La Maiena Meran Resort

A family-run five-star resort above Merano in Marling with indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, tennis and a gourmet restaurant.

Why people love it

• Food. Guests call the cuisine outstanding, and one reviewer joked about gaining weight. Breakfast is described as deluxe and varied.
• Views and grounds. Rooms with views over Merano and well-maintained grounds are mentioned in several 2026 reviews.
• Pools and spa. Guests single out the outdoor pools, and say they found a spot by the pool most days, so it was not overcrowded.
• The family. The Waldner family is thanked by name, and guests say the owners are actively involved.

Why they come back

"Our second home above the rooftops of Merano. We've been regular guests here for years and feel right at home from the moment we arrive."

The worst thing guests say

Service and expectations are the recurring complaints. A July 2026 guest booked a junior suite and found the reality below what the website suggested. A June 2026 guest took 15 minutes to reach the room by a convoluted route. In November 2025 a guest listed several blunders, including an expired Coke and a table given to others at breakfast. In October 2026 a guest had to refill their own water.

Insider tips

• Check the room type and location on the property when you book, since a junior suite in the annex is a different experience from the main building.
• Dinner is a multi-course menu, so mention allergies or preferences early.
• Ask about your route to the room on arrival, since it can be confusing.

How we rated this: Google rating 4.7 from 595 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 Tramontana, 15, 39020 Marlengo BZ.