Family-run hotel between Bolzano and Laives, with garden, restaurant serving Tyrolean and Mediterranean cuisine, panoramic balconies and free parking for cars and buses.
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Hotel Raffl is a 3-star hotel located between the centre of Bolzano and Laives, just steps from the cycle path connecting Bolzano to Lake Garda.
The property is designed for those travelling as a couple, with family or for work who want a convenient base to explore South Tyrol without giving up the tranquillity of a private garden. The rooms, with wooden floors and simple furnishings, almost all feature a balcony, some with garden or mountain views, a flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom with courtesy set. Room types range from the budget single room up to the 45 sqm Deluxe Family Suite with sofa bed.
On the ground floor, the restaurant serves traditional Tyrolean and Mediterranean dishes, closed on Sundays. The hotel also offers free parking for cars and buses, buffet breakfast with gluten-free options and free WiFi throughout the property. Trento and Merano are about 30 minutes away by car, while Bolzano airport is just 650 metres away.
The seven room types at Hotel Raffl cover different needs, from the simplest single accommodation to the suite designed for families. All share wooden floors, a private bathroom with hairdryer and courtesy set, flat-screen TV and free WiFi, while most also have a private balcony and air conditioning.
The main differences concern size, ranging from the 12 sqm of the Standard Single to the 45 sqm of the Deluxe Family Suite, and exposure: some rooms face the street and may experience some noise, others look onto the inner garden or offer mountain views. The Deluxe Room with garden view adds a walk-in wardrobe and a rain-shower, while the Deluxe Family Suite, the only one designed to welcome children, has soundproofed walls and a walk-in shower.
Modern room with a balcony overlooking the garden, ideal for those seeking a peaceful view without street noise. Equipped with a 22-inch satellite TV and en-suite bathroom, with bed type to be specified at the time of booking.
Among the largest of the entry-level rooms, this triple is designed for groups or families needing more beds. The balcony overlooks the street, so it may experience some traffic noise, but it offers two bathrooms instead of one.
The simplest and most affordable option for two people, with no possibility of adding an extra bed. Facing the street, it is suited to those seeking a practical, no-frills stay at an accessible price.
The smallest in the range, designed for solo travellers. It still has a private balcony and cable TV, although it faces the street and does not offer air conditioning like the other room types.
Much more spacious than the standard Double rooms, this Deluxe room adds a walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom with a large rain-shower. The balcony offers a relaxing view over the property’s garden.
The largest room type in the property and the only one designed for families with children, with soundproofed walls and a walk-in shower. The balcony overlooks the garden, offering good sound insulation compared to the street-facing rooms.
Hotel Raffl offers a large garden with outdoor furniture and a sun terrace, along with a restaurant serving Tyrolean and Mediterranean dishes, complemented by an on-site bar and café with menus for special diets available on request.
For those who like to move around actively, bicycle rental and cycling excursions are available, with transport tickets purchasable directly at the property. Free parking also includes an electric vehicle charging station, while access is designed for guests with disabilities, with dedicated rooms and facilities.
General facilities include a lift, heating, luggage storage, a safe and a common area with a TV lounge. Pets are allowed and bowls are available, while families with children can rely on dedicated rooms and meals designed for younger guests.
Hotel Raffl is located in the St.-Jakob-Str. area, between the centre of Bolzano and the town of Laives, a green residential area characterised by its proximity to the cycle path connecting Bolzano to Lake Garda. The neighbourhood alternates private homes with small shops and local restaurants, in a quiet setting away from the traffic of the historic centre.
Bolzano airport is just 650 metres away, while the Laives-Leifers and Bolzano Sud-Bozen Süd railway stations are about 2-2.6 km away, convenient for those arriving by train. Trento and Merano can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Nearby, within 400 metres-1.1 km, there are several venues such as the Würstlhof restaurant and Pizzeria St. Jakob, useful for casual dinners without needing a car.
Guests staying here can reach Lake Monticolo, about 4.7 km away, by bicycle thanks to the rental service available at the hotel, ideal for a summer day of swimming and walks in the woods. The Messner Mountain Museum Firmian, dedicated to mountaineering and mountains, is about 4 km away, while the historic centre of Bolzano, with the Museion and the South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology (Ötzi), is about 5 km away and easily reachable by bike along the cycle path. In winter, the proximity to the Mendel Pass makes the area a good starting point for those wishing to dedicate a day to the snow.
Guests especially praise the staff, rated 9.1, and the cleanliness of the facilities, appreciated with a score of 8.7. Comfort and location also receive good ratings, while the value for money, although solid at 8.0, remains the most modest score among the categories.
Yes, Hotel Raffl accepts pets throughout the property, although a surcharge may apply; pet bowls are also available.
Yes, Hotel Raffl has private free parking reserved for guests, suitable for both cars and buses, with an electric vehicle charging station.
Yes, Hotel Raffl includes breakfast in the stay: it is served buffet-style with continental, Italian and gluten-free options.
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Hotel Raffl is located about 5 km from the historic centre of Bolzano, easily reachable by bicycle along the cycle path that starts right in front of the property.
Yes, Hotel Raffl has a restaurant serving traditional Tyrolean and Mediterranean dishes, closed on Sundays and between late December and late January.
Hotel Raffl does not offer extra beds in the rooms, while cots are only available depending on the room type chosen and availability at the time of booking.
