Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel
9.0
Exceptional(55 reviews)
Höhstraße 2, 66978 Merzalben, Germany
+49 1515 6016588
Hotel Description
Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel, located at Höhstraße 2, 66978 Merzalben, Germany, offers a serene and charming stay in the heart of the Palatinate region. The hotel is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including the Palatinate Forest, a low-mountain region known for its unique rock formations, scenic trails, and historical sites. Guests can explore nearby attractions such as the Gräfenstein Castle, located just a 4-minute drive away, or enjoy the peaceful Clausensee, which is a 14-minute drive from the hotel. The charming atmosphere of Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel is enhanced by its rustic yet cozy design, ideal for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet retreat.
The rooms at Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel are designed to ensure a relaxing and comfortable experience. Each room is spacious, featuring cozy furnishings that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The hotel prides itself on providing clean, well-maintained rooms, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. While there is no fitness center or spa, the hotel does offer a sauna for relaxation.
Special amenities at the hotel include pet-friendly accommodations, making it an ideal choice for travelers with pets, including dogs and cats. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi, parking, and a delicious breakfast for guests to start their day off right. Although there is no hot tub or pool, the sauna provides a unique relaxation option.
In terms of transportation, the hotel is conveniently located with easy access to public transport options, including the nearby Merzalben, Forsthaus bus stop, which is just a minute’s walk away. Guests can also reach airports such as Hahn Airport in approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes by taxi. Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel is committed to guest safety, following health and safety guidelines to ensure a worry-free stay for all.
Guests staying at Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel can enjoy a variety of activities and experiences, such as hiking and sightseeing. The nearby Palatinate Forest offers beautiful hiking trails, while the region’s castles and scenic viewpoints provide ample opportunities for exploration. In addition, guests can visit cultural sites like the Trifels Castle, just a short 32-minute drive away, to immerse themselves in the region’s rich history.
Some of the nearby top sights include the Gräfenstein Castle (4 minutes away), Clausensee (14 minutes away), Rodalber Felsenwanderweg (9 minutes away), and the Palatinate Forest (29 minutes away). For dining, there are several options in the vicinity, including local restaurants offering traditional German cuisine. Whether you're looking for a hearty meal or a light snack, there are plenty of places to satisfy your culinary cravings. Overall, Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel is a fantastic choice for those seeking relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration in one of Germany's most picturesque regions.
We invite you to experience the comfort, convenience, and hospitality that Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel has to offer, making it an ideal destination for your next getaway.
The rooms at Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel are designed to ensure a relaxing and comfortable experience. Each room is spacious, featuring cozy furnishings that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The hotel prides itself on providing clean, well-maintained rooms, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. While there is no fitness center or spa, the hotel does offer a sauna for relaxation.
Special amenities at the hotel include pet-friendly accommodations, making it an ideal choice for travelers with pets, including dogs and cats. The hotel also offers free Wi-Fi, parking, and a delicious breakfast for guests to start their day off right. Although there is no hot tub or pool, the sauna provides a unique relaxation option.
In terms of transportation, the hotel is conveniently located with easy access to public transport options, including the nearby Merzalben, Forsthaus bus stop, which is just a minute’s walk away. Guests can also reach airports such as Hahn Airport in approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes by taxi. Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel is committed to guest safety, following health and safety guidelines to ensure a worry-free stay for all.
Guests staying at Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel can enjoy a variety of activities and experiences, such as hiking and sightseeing. The nearby Palatinate Forest offers beautiful hiking trails, while the region’s castles and scenic viewpoints provide ample opportunities for exploration. In addition, guests can visit cultural sites like the Trifels Castle, just a short 32-minute drive away, to immerse themselves in the region’s rich history.
Some of the nearby top sights include the Gräfenstein Castle (4 minutes away), Clausensee (14 minutes away), Rodalber Felsenwanderweg (9 minutes away), and the Palatinate Forest (29 minutes away). For dining, there are several options in the vicinity, including local restaurants offering traditional German cuisine. Whether you're looking for a hearty meal or a light snack, there are plenty of places to satisfy your culinary cravings. Overall, Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel is a fantastic choice for those seeking relaxation, adventure, and cultural exploration in one of Germany's most picturesque regions.
We invite you to experience the comfort, convenience, and hospitality that Forsthaus Merzalben Hostel has to offer, making it an ideal destination for your next getaway.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. 4 min drive to Gräfenstein Castle
2. Guests praised the service
3. One of the few hotels in the area with a sauna
4. Pet-friendly accommodations (dogs and cats allowed)
5. Convenient access to nearby public transportation
6. Free Wi-Fi and parking
7. Delicious breakfast included with stay
8. Close proximity to Palatinate Forest and other natural attractions
9. Close to popular cultural sites like Trifels Castle
10. Ideal for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation
6.6 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Palatinate Forest
29 min
Gräfenstein Castle4 min
Clausensee14 min
Rodalber Felsenwanderweg9 min
Trifels Castle32 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 10:00 |
| Location rating | 6.6 |
| Nearest airport | Saarbrücken Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 50 min |
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Location
Höhstraße 2, 66978 Merzalben, Germany
Airports:
Hahn Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 39 min
Transit: 5 hr 21 min
Saarbrücken Airport
Taxi: 50 min
Transit: 3 hr 30 min
Karlsruhe / Baden-Baden Airport
Taxi: 1 hr 24 min
Transit: 2 hr 33 min
Transit:
Münchweiler (Rod)
Taxi: 4 min
Walking: 56 min
Merzalben, Forsthaus
Walking: 1 min
Merzalben, Grundschule
Walking: 11 min
Merzalben, Rathaus
Walking: 6 min
Nearby locations
6.6
Good Location
Amenities and Facilities
Pets
Pet-friendly
Dogs allowed
Cats allowed
Parking & transportation
Parking
Policies & payments
Cash
Food & drink
Breakfast
Wellness
No fitness center
Sauna
No spa
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
7.6
10 reviews
Wonderful
6
Excellent
1
Good
0
Below Average
1
Not Good
2
Noah Steur
5/5
We booked a room in Forsthaus Merzalben and within an hour we got a personal response from the owner. Everything, from checking in to checking out, went smoothly and with lots of love! The owner is a very nice man with a good and happy vibe around him. This was definitely the best stay so far in Germany and I would definitely come back again. The area is beautiful, the rooms clean and comfortable, the owner is very nice and the information given is spot on! Thanks so much for this experience!!
ineke favero
5/5
Nice, cozy and friendly. Well organised. Perfect for groups of friends or families.
Room 4
Service 5
Location5
Sandroz Alea
5/5
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Selina Setzlach
1/5
0 starsUnfortunately, our stay at the Forsthaus in Merzalben was a total disappointment. As soon as we arrived we were greeted by a full ashtray - not a nice first impression. The courtyard looks like a garbage dump. The accommodation was dirty and in very poor condition.The kitchen was hardly usable: there were only old, dilapidated stoves, hardly any dishes and not even enough spoons for the number of people we had. There was no proper oven or baking tray and the trash cans were already completely overflowing when we arrived. Kitchen towels? None! This “kitchen” really couldn’t be called that.The bedrooms were very sparsely furnished, with uncomfortable mattresses and stained fitted sheets. You couldn't feel comfortable here.The sanitation facilities were the height of unhygiene. The ceiling was hung with a cloth that already had mold on it. When I showered, the water ran onto a carpet, which became completely soaked - it was absolutely unhygienic.We didn't have high expectations, but what we were offered was simply unacceptable. It's a mystery to me how this property got such good reviews. You shouldn't offer something like that to anyone.
Kira Naas
1/5
I would have preferred to go straight back.We walked into the room and the first thing we saw was dirt. The beds are full of hair and stained, the trash cans haven't been emptied and when was the last time they were vacuumed is another question.I didn't even dare to go into the downstairs bathroom with shower after I saw the toilet upstairs. The toilet is full of hair, the toilet brush is full of shit and the drain is already completely green.The coffee machine in the hallway is also not recommended. Some of the cups that were there were also full of mold.I absolutely cannot recommend the Forsthaus and found the stay simply unpleasant.
Pit Eisenstein
4/5
The hostel is recommended. Is self-catering. Coffee machine is available. Beds are okay. Sauna area in the basement is nice. Shared toilet
Stefan Reutter
5/5
Recommended for one night as a stopover or a group. Contrary to fears, WiFi and TV reception were great. There was a coffee machine, hot water, tea and jam (no breakfast) right outside the rooms.In the basement there was a functional kitchen with seating and a spacious sauna plus two showers and two sinks.Allergy sufferers should ask for an allergy-friendly pillow and blanket.
Sebastian Grom
5/5
All in all, we are very satisfied with our spontaneous trip to the Palatinate. The old forester's house is lovingly furnished and the rooms are really spacious. And the host family is accommodating, friendly and helpful. That was extraordinary.It was clear to us that there was "only" one shared toilet or bathroom and that's completely fine.The sauna cellar is great and the small dining room with a kitchenette is also nice. With the old oven, which you have to heat with wood like before, it's a really nice atmosphere.If you want to cook for yourself on site, you should probably bring your own kitchen knife and a large pan. That definitely helps. :-)
Heidrun Hausch
5/5
The Palatinate Forest Trail stage hike becomes a wellness holiday. Definitely the best accommodation when hiking in the Palatinate Forest. Definitely recommended, even for a stay for a few days.Heidrun Hausch, hiking leader - DAV Karlsruhe section
Ann-Kathrin Schlüter
2/5
We followed the good reviews from Google and Booking, unfortunately I cannot share the outstanding reviews.When you arrive at Hausa, the first thing you enter is the unkempt courtyard. This area urgently needs to be cleaned up. Inviting is different.Typical old building style in the entrance area, the rooms are very noisy, but the facilities are sufficient. Attention allergy sufferers: pillows and blankets made of downUnfortunately, I have to rate the bathroom as the worst, both the toilet upstairs, which is not separated for men and women, but also the shower area in the basement really leaves something to be desired. The ceiling in the basement is stretched with cloths, which have mold stains everywhere. The floor in the bathroom is made of wooden tiles, which cannot really be cleaned and are quite unhygienic. Cobwebs and dirt everywhere, the shower head needs to be cleaned. Sorry, the idea of a sauna and relaxation area is nice but under the conditions I don't want to use it. It's a shame, the house had potential