When you check in to the Kohlern guesthouse on a lovely autumn day and admire the South Tyrolean mountains before occupying the room, then you probably fall in love with this place quite fast.
The Kohlern guesthouse is one of these inns with a great history. Especially the cable car, which takes passengers to this village. It was established in 1908 and the people over here say that it was the first suspension cable car in the world. However, the opening of the Kohlern Guesthouse was even nine years previous to this.
Kohlern Guesthouse
When we visited we were shown through the house by Josef Schrott and his mother Paula. The Schrotts just celebrated more than 50 years of Gasthof Kohlern, and in the recent years they turned it into a real “hideaway.”
One of the highlights is of course the outdoor pool, which is heated to 28 degrees celsius in winter (and autumn) and is especially attractive to the younger couples. On top of this you may enjoy some wellness in a Finnish sauna and herbal steam bath.
But the centerpiece of this place is definitely the large dining room, which seats 120 guests.
The rooms
Altogether there are 16 rooms and suites plus four new “rifugios”: We have slept very often in one of these rooms and we can recommend them all. Some of them are a bit more modern, which especially for this house is very positive. The suites on the top floor face south west, which provide this magnificent view. Televisions are only available on request, mini bar and telephones are not, but Wi-Fi is accessible at no cost within the whole house.
Ideal for
All kinds of couples or singles in love with the mountains. It’s only a three hour drive from Munich. Quite a few guests also bring their children. During the day wonderful hiking tours can be started directly from the house. E-mountain bikes are also available for a little fee.
Special
There is even a tennis court in the village, which can be used by guests staying at the guesthouse.
Special II
In May 2023, the Schrott family opened new retreats below the house with a somewhat more modern approach. The rifugios are very spacious and bright. The interior design was done by biquadra, which has already furnished several other Pretty Hotels member houses such as the Villa Arnica or the 1477 Reichhalter.
Dining
Is a must up here. Boss Josef Schrott sets great value on regional dishes. We tried the rack of lamb and the Knödel variations. He also makes sure that the appropriate wine is provided. A grand selection is to be found in the wine cellar. This is why we recommend that you book the half-board arrangement.
Prices
In winter from 80€ per person, Summer from 90€ per person for bed and breakfast.
Contact
Gasthof Kohlern / Albergo Colle
Familie Schrott
Dorf Kohlern 11
South Tyrol / Italy
