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 in particular 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 queen bed
1 twin bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've 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
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Earthdweller
    Belgium Belgium
    Very charming family-owned hotel with nice clean rooms. The bathroom was pretty small, but comfortable enough. Quiet neighborhood, though a few minutes drive from highway 8. Friendly staff, great breakfast with an extensive choice. The restaurant...
  • Bruce
    Germany Germany
    Great location just off the highway. Air conditioned. Nice breakfast. Tasty restaurant and many dining choices in walking distance.
  • Jessica
    Germany Germany
    Nice to have private air conditioning units in the room. Friendly and helpful staff.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

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

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (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 available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Baggage storage
    • Wake-up service
    • Packed lunches
    • Express check-in/out
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    • Room service
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • Safe
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Elevator
    • 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 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

    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
    Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

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

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

    FAQs about Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant

    • 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

    • Check-in at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant is 650 feet from the center of Merklingen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

    • The prices at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Playground

    • Room options at Hotel Ochsen & Restaurant include:

      • Double
      • Single