This historic, 3-star hotel in Merklingen offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi via hotspot, 2 restaurants, and free private parking. It is surrounded by the Swabian Alb nature park. The family-run Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant has brightly decorated rooms with modern bathrooms. The Ochsen’s Kaminzimmer restaurant offers à- la-carte food for lunch and dinner. Guests can also relax in the country-style Tenne restaurant. Smoking is allowed in the Ochsen’s bar. Sports activities near the Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant include hiking, cycling, and cross-country skiing. There are about 2,500 caves in the region.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
9.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Claude
    Belgium Belgium
    Perfect stopover location on the way to Switzerland or Northern Italy. Comfortable, slightly dated rooms for an exceptional price and a big parking lot. As an additional bonus, an excellent restaurant and a cozy bar.
  • Sylvia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Smart. Clean. Convenient for an overnight stop on way to Dolomites
  • Lauren
    Netherlands Netherlands
    A quick exit from the freeway and a very comfortable night's sleep. Fabulous breakfast!

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly

Facilities of Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Children's playground
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Luggage storage
    • Wake-up service
    • Packed lunches
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Wake up service/Alarm clock
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    • Room service
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Lift
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English

    House rules

    Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Cot upon request
    € 10 per child, per night
    4+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 20 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    When booking [4] rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Please inform Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    FAQs about Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant

    • Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant is 200 yards from the centre of Merklingen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Buffet

    • The prices at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground

    • Check-in at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Room options at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant include:

      • Double
      • Single