Residence Desiree

Italy , The Dolomites , Merano

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Facilities

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Spa Facilities
  • Hot Tub
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
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Merano at a glance

  • Italian, German
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick, London Stansted, Manchester Int., Newcastle, Belfast Int., Bristol, Edinburgh
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  • More choice. New experiences. That's a real breath of fresh air
  • Destinations in depth – nobody knows them better
  • Award-winning service and 24/7 support on holiday
  • All at your own pace. Do as much (or as little) as you'd like
  • Travel, transfers and accommodation included

Included in your holiday to Merano

  • Inghams Guided Walks from 10 May - 8 Oct 27 (excluding Aug). Subject to availability.
  • Free Südtirol Alto Adige Guest Pass which includes; regional trains, buses, cable cars and more in the South Tyrol
  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Merano
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, walks and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation
Kids fly free in 2027

One child flies FREE with every adult on selected routes in May, July & August school holidays. Prices shown include discount. T&Cs apply

Free summer card

Sudtirol Alto Adige Guest Pass included for all hotels with free use of regional trains, buses, some cable cars and more in the South Tyrol

Inghams Guided Walks included in Merano

Two guided walks per week included on holidays between 10 May - 8 Oct 27 (excluding Aug). Subject to availability. 

About Residence Désirée

Residence Désirée is the ideal summer holiday spot for families- stay in self-catered apartments and enjoy some quality time together, just minutes away from the centre of Merano.

The hotel's run by the Amort family who also run the stunning 5* Park Hotel Mignon, so you can be sure the service and quality of the apartments will be of an excellent standard.

Staying in an apartment is a fantastic opportunity to experience the delicious food scene Merano has to offer, or you can spend some quality time, cooking, chatting and eating together in the apartment. We love going to a patisserie or café in the morning and having a coffee and pastry amongst the locals.

Spa & wellness facilities:

The hotels Désirée SPA is open daily from 2pm - 8pm. 

  • Outdoor pool
  • Whirlpool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Ice fountain and relaxation room
  • Pool towels are provided 

Additional facilities:

  • Garden with sun loungers and terrace
  • Communal washing/drying machine is available for a charge of €10 per use (payable locally)
  • Lounge
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 300 metres to the centre of Merano
  • 100 metres to the nearest bus stop
  • 1km to the Café Bistro Lissi Royal

These apartments are self-catered, giving you the freedom to cook your own food or experience the local cafés and restaurants in Merano.

Each apartment comes equipped with a kitchen which will have the following facilities:

  • Oven (some classic apartments have a microwave instead)
  • Hob with four cooking rings
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

If you're staying for a minimum of seven nights you'll be welcomed with some basic food supplies, including, milk, bottled water, jam, butter, bread and a 75cl bottle of wine.

Board basis available: Self Catering

  • Classic Apartment
  • Design Apartment

Classic apartments are around 45m² and sleep up to four people. They're decorated in a more traditional style and have one bedroom with a double bed, a lounge/kitchen area with a double sofa bed and a dining table. They also have a balcony.

Design apartments are between 38m²-47m² and sleep up to four people. They're decorated in a modern style and have one bedroom with a double bed, a lounge/kitchen area with a double sofa bed and a dining table. They also have a balcony or patio. A fifth bed can be added to the apartment on request for an additional charge of €21 a night.

Accessible rooms are available on request. Please call to book.

Apartments are located in one of two buildings, which are connected by an internal corridor.

Kitchen facilities:

  • Oven (some classic apartments have a microwave instead)
  • Hob with four cooking rings
  • Fridge
  • Coffee maker
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

All rooms have:

  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
  • TV
  • Hairdryer

Additional information:

  • Cots are available for €10 a night (bookable and payable locally).
  • Linen and towels are provided and changed weekly.
  • Self-check-in and self-check-out system; an entry code will be provided by the hotel on arrival.
  • No. of rooms: 26
  • Lift accessible: Yes
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • No. of steps into property: 6
  • Access ramp: No (there is a lift available) 
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Travel to Merano

Depart on: Saturday or Wednesday 

Fly into: Verona or Innsbruck airport 

Transfer time: approx. 2 hours 15 minutes from Verona or approx. 2 hours 45 minutes from Innsbruck

Travel by air

Flights to Verona depart on Wednesday and Saturday, and flights to Innsbruck depart on a Saturday between 01 May - 16 Oct 27.

Fly from:

  • Manchester, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, London Stansted, Belfast, East Midlands and Edinburgh 

Transfer time:

  • Verona airport: 2 hours 15 mins by coach
  • Innsbruck airport: 2 hours 45 minutes by coach

Between 01 May - 22 May 27 & 29 Sep - 09 Oct 27 all transfers are by private taxi. On other dates, private transfers are available on request, for a supplement.

Inghams Rating: 3.0/5

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

Walks and hikes

Walking Trails:
100km of trails to explore
Terrain:
Varied terrain from leisurely walks to high-altitude hikes
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Discover Merano

  • Sip local wines in centuries-old vineyards overlooking the mountains
  • Longer cycling season, thanks to a milder climate
  • Spend warm summer evenings enjoying live music in the elegant Kursaal concert hall

On the edge of the Dolomites in South Tyrol, Merano pairs alpine scenery with a surprisingly Mediterranean feel. It's easy to see why Merano has been a favourite holiday destination for centuries. Once a fashionable summer retreat for Europe's elite, the town still wears its history proudly, with elegant hotels, grand architecture and beautifully maintained gardens.  

In summer, colourful wildflowers blanket the hillsides, palm trees line the promenades and vineyard-covered slopes stretch towards the peaks beyond. Cycle paths weave through vineyards and orchards while other scenic rides connect charming villages and castles and gardens. Or simply settle into a sunny café terrace, order a glass of local wine and watch the world go by. 

Known for its thermal springs and spa culture, Merano invites you to slow down and savour the relaxed pace of life. Yet the dramatic heart of the Dolomites is never far away, with Selva and the striking Sella mountains just over an hour's drive away via Bolzano, making it easy to swap vineyard views for some of Italy's most spectacular mountain scenery – why not join a guided mountain experience?

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Things to do in Merano

Merano's thermal baths are the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day of walking in the mountains. At the spas you'll find everything from Finish saunas to steam rooms, plus 25 pools, each unique in it's own way. Be sure to make use of the outdoor pools, some of which have wonderful mountain views- dreamy!

In the summer Merano's full of live music concerts and entertainment, which liven up the streets. There's a programme of classical, traditional, pop, jazz and more taking places throughout the sunny months, in some fantastic locations. Many concerts are held al fresco in the Trauttmansdorff Botanical Gardens, or you may stumble across musicians in the main square. For a more glamorous concert, why not book one at the Kursaal, Merano's beautiful main concert hall and treat yourself to a glass of local sparkling wine to enjoy before the concert.

This region is well known for its wine thanks to its Mediterranean climate. Orchards and vineyards line the mountains and stretch down to the town. We recommend visiting Castel Rametz, a wine museum where you can take a guided walk around the ancient Roman wine cellar and try the delicious wine. 

Cycling is a great way to see the area. Dedicated bike paths make it easy for families to head out exploring. Be sure to take your camera to capture the amazing scenery as you go.

Discover the spectacular Trauttmansdorff Gardens, where 12 hectares are filled with plants and flowers from around the world across more than 80 garden landscapes. They’re easy to reach from Merano on foot via Sissi’s Path, making the journey part of the experience.

The path follows in the footsteps of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Sissi, who spent summers at Trauttmansdorff Castle and enjoyed long walks through the surrounding countryside. The 3.2 kilometre route is divided into 11 stages, each with its own story, winding from the castle down towards the gardens. Look out for the statue of Sissi along the way, a fitting tribute to the empress who gave the path its name.

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