Hotel Maximilian

A 30-room, three-star family hotel in a quiet part of Merano near the botanical gardens, with indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna and half-board dinners.

9.4
Honest Score · Exceptional
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→Holding steadyRecent vs. all-time reviews
↻20% come backRepeat guests
♥4% plan to returnSay they will be back

Why people love it

  • Dinner. Guests describe multi-course dinners, a salad buffet, and varied breakfasts.
  • Quiet and spacious. Guests mention a quiet location, spacious rooms, large bathrooms and balconies with panoramic views.
  • The owners. Two owners are described as welcoming. One long-term guest has been coming for over 15 years.
  • Practical touches. Secure parking, a dog allowed in an adjoining room, and an early check-in at 10 a.m. are mentioned.

Why they come back

"We've been coming here for over 15 years and have always been delighted. The staff is friendly and very attentive, and the two owners are also very welcoming."

The worst thing guests say

In August 2024 a guest felt first-time visitors lacked information while long-time regulars were addressed by name. A 2018 guest could not park a larger vehicle nearby. No other complaints about stayer experiences appear in 2025 or 2026.

Insider tips

  • The centre of Merano is about 2 km away on a steep climb, and there is an electric bus.
  • Larger vehicles may struggle with parking.
  • Ask for a room with the panoramic balcony.
Who it's for: couples and returning guests who want a quiet, family-run hotel with good dinners.
Skip it if you want to walk to the centre or have a large vehicle.

How we rated this: Google rating 4.8 from 230 reviews. We read the newest and the lowest-rated guest reviews (25 recent guest reviews with text) and set aside reviews from restaurant or bar visitors who did not stay. Address: Via Castel Gatto, 3, 39012 Merano BZ.

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