Let’s get straight into the South Tyrolean spa town of Merano, which has changed a lot in recent years. There are a number of new restaurants and shops, and there are places like the Ottmanngut. This place is not only a real gem in Merano’s hospitality industry but in the entire Alpine region: The Ottmanngut is one of the most beautiful, authentic, and charming hotels there is.
The rooms
Nestled in a tranquil corner with its own vineyard, the Kirchlechner family have created a magical place. The rooms are bright and full of antiques, the Orangery feels like a stage taken from a 1920s movie. But everyone falls in love with the sunny garden – with its lemon trees, and cypresses – and the good vibes.
Culinary
Once a week (every Tuesday), a communal dinner takes place at a large table under the pergola in the garden. All the guests of the house and locals mingle in the garden for a great dinner experience. Currently, the well-known chefs Jakob & Ethel, who previously worked at the 2-star restaurant Fäviken and later ran the Klösterle restaurant in Lech, are part of the Ottmanngut team and take care of breakfast and the dinner.
The whole team are great fans of “slow food” and they focus on baking bread, making their own jam, and using many local ingredients. The sourdough bread prepared at the Ottmanngut is a science in itself and contains no yeast. This detail, among others, ensures that the breakfast is truly special.
The Region
Merano is the perfect starting point to experience a good mix of mountain vacation and urban flair. Enjoy the magnificent breakfast in the morning, then take a trip to one of the nearby mountains (the OMG has all the tips ready, just ask) and afterwards, go for a small shopping tour through the old town or in the Monocle store. Also recommended is a dinner at Meteo, a dinner at 1477 Reichhalter, and one at the Gasthof Zur blauen Traube. Therefore, you need to stay at least four nights at the Ottmanngut.
Ideal for
People with good taste, searching for a calm place, that gives them a feeling of a second home in a wonderful area.
Best time to travel
Spring and of course autumn, when the grapes are being harvested.
Prices
From 110 euros per person and night.
Contacts
Suite & Breakfast Ottmanngut
Giuseppe Verdi Straße 18
Merano / Alto Adige
+39 0473 449656
