Italien ∙ Trentino und Südtirol ∙ Meran

Smart Hotel Prinz Rudolf ****
Tour operator category

BZO107
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Location

Located at an altitude of 600 m in a quiet area, approx. 3.5 km from the Merano city center, situated slightly above in the Obermais district. An ideal starting point for the popular Merano 2000 hiking and mountain biking area (cable car valley station 300 m away) and the Trauttmansdorff Castle with its gardens approx. 1 km away. Local bus connection every 20-30 minutes. About 8 minutes to the center of Merano.
Modern hotel with green roof and pool, surrounded by vineyards and mountains.
Modern hotel illuminated amidst forested mountains at dusk
Modern hotel complex with rooftop pool, surrounded by dense forest and vineyards.

Facilities

Modern hotel restaurant with wooden tables, gray chairs, and yellow wall cushions
Modern restaurant with elegant chandeliers, wooden tables, upholstered chairs, and large windows with a view.
Modern pool with glass facade in front of a forested mountain backdrop.
Modern hotel lounge with comfortable chairs and round tables in a stylish nighttime setting.
Pool with swan float in front of mountains under cloudy sky
Modern relaxation room with loungers and large windows providing ample daylight.
Modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and terrace view.
Modern "Smart Hotel" built in 2020 with 80 rooms, lounge with garden, outdoor pool, lawn with sun loungers and parasols, cocktail bar, wine bar, restaurant, pizzeria, event hall, Wi-Fi, and parking.

Accommodation

Prinz Garden Double Room

The double rooms are approx. 26 m² and feature a bathroom with toilet, "show" shower, terrace, hairdryer, satellite TV, room safe, minibar (for a fee), complimentary Wi-Fi, seating area, box spring bed (180x200 m), divan by the panoramic sliding glass door, wooden floor, table, and a private garden (15 m²). Wellness bag provided.

View of a modern room with a large bed through an open glass facade, green plants in the foreground.
Bright hotel room with double bed and large window seat overlooking vineyards.
Modern hotel room with yellow wall lighting and view into the bathroom.

Prinz Nido Double Room

The double rooms are approx. 26 m² and feature a bathroom with toilet, "show" shower, hairdryer, satellite TV, room safe, minibar (for a fee), and complimentary Wi-Fi. Located on the upper floors, they feature either a box spring bed (180x200 m) or two separable beds, as well as a divan or armchair by the panoramic sliding glass door, wooden floor, and table. Wellness bag provided.

Chalet

Built in 2024, the chalets are located directly at the Prinz Rudolf. At 39 m², the chalets offer an exclusive retreat with stylish wooden flooring and a private sauna. Further amenities include a bedroom with a freestanding bathtub, a bathroom with toilet and shower, minibar, coffee machine and kettle, room safe, air conditioning, wardrobe, wellness bag, and Smart TV. A private garden with sun loungers and a terrace with a designer hanging lounge chair offer views of the surrounding nature. A dedicated parking space is available at the chalet.

Modern balcony with hanging chair and mountain backdrop under cloudy sky
Modern hotel bathroom with greenish walls, oval mirror, and separate shower.
Modern hotel room with freestanding bathtub and panoramic windows overlooking mountains and lake.
Round blue hot tub on a terrace overlooking mountains and green landscape.

Meals

Half board

Breakfast buffet with a station (freshly prepared egg dishes), cold cuts and cheeses, homemade bread, and jams. In the evening, a 5-course gourmet menu (choice possible; dinner can only be taken in the indoor area) and restaurant à-la-carte/pizzeria.

Modern restaurant with elegant chandeliers, wooden tables, upholstered chairs, and large windows with a view.

Sports for a fee

E-bike rental (including full-suspension bikes) subject to availability, E-Smart Cabrio rental (subject to charges).

Wellness

Modern sauna with multi-level wooden benches and ambient LED lighting
Modern relaxation room with loungers and large windows overlooking mountains and lake.
Modern pool with glass facade in front of a forested mountain backdrop.
Modern entrance to a Bio Gold sauna with wooden walls and soft lighting.
Wellness area (800 m²) on the top floor with infinity pool (85 m²), 2 roof pools, Finnish sauna (80 degrees), bio sauna (60 degrees), ice waterfall, showers, and three relaxation rooms with sofas and sun loungers. Spa opening hours: 9 am – 7 pm. Spa buffet with tea, water, juices, and fruit. Beauty treatments and massages are available for a fee.

Hotel service

Guest card with discounts for cable cars and use of all public transport in South Tyrol.

Note

Pets/dogs are allowed on request for a fee of 17 € per day.
Local tourist tax for guests aged 14 and over; additionally, a mandatory Guest Pass with an extra mobility levy for ages 6 and up, payable locally. With the Guest Pass, all public transport as well as certain lifts or cable cars in South Tyrol can be used.
CIN Code: IT021051A1ZINW4CU2

Note

In the "Sun Destinations" catalog, Summer 2026, on page 82.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

4 Sterne
Last updated: 18.09.2026 12:44