Family-run hotel in Merano, one kilometre from the centre, with an outdoor pool, wellness area and views over the surrounding vineyards.
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Hotel Sonnenhof is a 3-star property in Merano, just 1 km from the city centre and 2 km from the Merano 2000 ski area. The hotel combines classic alpine style with a full range of wellness facilities, designed for guests seeking relaxation as well as those who want to stay active among the mountains of South Tyrol.
The rooms, furnished with wooden furniture and parquet floors, feature free WiFi, a flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar; some room types also offer a balcony and mountain views. The buffet breakfast offers a mix of sweet and savoury options, with homemade cakes, cured meats, eggs, yoghurt and cereals, ideal for starting the day before a hike or a day of skiing.
The free wellness area includes a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, whirlpool tub and a fitness centre, while the outdoor pool is a highlight during the warmer months. Private parking is free, and the bus stop for Merano and Scena is 100 metres away, as is the public ski bus at 200 metres. A good choice for couples and families who want to combine mountains, culture and wellness in a single holiday.
The rooms at Hotel Sonnenhof follow a classic style, with wooden furniture, parquet floors and particular attention to thermal comfort thanks to air conditioning in all room types. Every room has a private bathroom, free WiFi, a flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar, shared features that ensure a practical stay whether for short breaks or longer periods.
The range goes from the 20 sqm Single Room, designed for solo travellers, to the 25 sqm Double Room with Twin Beds with an extra-large double bed, up to the 40 sqm Suite with Balcony, the most spacious option, with a lounge area, mountain views and a bed configuration that also includes a sofa bed for a third guest. This last option stands out for its private balcony and solid wood flooring, details that make it the ideal choice for those who want more space and a scenic stay.
The most compact of the available room types, designed for solo travellers or those who want an essential space. Furnished in classic style with wooden furniture and parquet flooring, it offers free WiFi, a flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar in a 20 sqm setting.
Larger than the Single Room, with 25 sqm of space and an extra-large double bed. It keeps the same classic style with wooden furniture and parquet flooring, suited to couples looking for more space without giving up free WiFi, satellite TV and a minibar.
The largest room type in the property, at 40 sqm, and the only one with a private balcony and mountain views. It features a separate lounge area and solid wood flooring, ideal for families or groups thanks to the sofa bed that brings capacity up to 4 guests.
Hotel Sonnenhof places strong emphasis on its wellness area: Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, whirlpool tub and fitness centre are available free of charge to guests, along with an outdoor pool for the warmer months. The garden with sun terrace completes the outdoor common spaces designed for relaxation.
Those who love being active in the mountains will find bicycle rental, opportunities for hiking or cycling, horse riding and easy access to the area’s ski lifts. Private parking is free, and the property also offers a valet parking service for those who don’t want to deal with their car during the stay.
Every room is equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and a minibar; family rooms and non-smoking rooms are also available. Concierge service, luggage storage and private check-in complete an offer designed for a worry-free stay, while the on-site bar and coffee shop are handy for a break at any time of day.
Hotel Sonnenhof is located in a residential area north of Merano’s centre, just steps from vineyards and the greenery that characterises the surroundings of the city. The neighbourhood is quiet but well connected, with shops, bars and restaurants reachable within a few minutes on foot, including Café Bistro Kolping at 300 metres and Cafe’ Prantl at 250 metres.
Merano’s historic centre is about 1 km away, while the Merano 2000 ski area is 2 km away. The bus stop with connections to Merano and Scena is 100 metres from the hotel, and the public ski bus is at 200 metres, convenient for those who want to reach the slopes without a car. Merano railway station is 2.2 km away, while Bolzano Airport is about 25 km away.
Merano is known for its gardens and its spa tradition: the Trauttmansdorff Castle Gardens, among the most visited in Italy, are 1.1 km away, while the Sissi Gardens are 950 metres away. For history lovers, the Princely Castle is 1.3 km away and the Powder Tower is 800 metres away. In summer you can stroll along the riverside promenades or visit the Touriseum, at 1 km; in winter the proximity to Merano 2000 makes the area convenient for skiing, while the thermal baths of Merano remain an attraction all year round.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.9, and cleanliness at 9.8: a sign of a family-run management attentive to detail. Comfort and location also receive very high scores, confirming Hotel Sonnenhof as a solid property, well cared for in every aspect.
No, Hotel Sonnenhof does not allow pets during the stay.
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Yes, Hotel Sonnenhof has an outdoor pool available free of charge to guests.
Yes, a stay at Hotel Sonnenhof includes a continental and Italian buffet breakfast, with homemade cakes, cured meats, eggs, yoghurt and cereals.
The minimum age for check-in at Hotel Sonnenhof is 18, except for minors accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Hotel Sonnenhof is about 2 km from the Merano 2000 ski area, also reachable via the public ski bus, 200 metres from the property.
Yes, Hotel Sonnenhof has a free wellness area with a Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, whirlpool tub and fitness centre.
