Welcome to our hotel
Your Hofer Family
Hoteliers with heart and passion
For over 50 years, the Hotel Pienzenau am Schlosspark****S has been an elegant refuge that welcomes travelers from all over the world. The Hofer family has made it their heartfelt mission to fulfill your individual vacation wishes and to give you unforgettable moments.
Senior manager Ingrid Hofer embodies a remarkable love for detail and roses. Her passion for the rose garden on the panoramic terrace shines through in every bloom and leaf. Her pronounced sense of aesthetics gives the house a special charm as she decorates the rooms, lobby, terrace, and fireplace room with great sensitivity. In addition to her office commitments, she also dedicates herself to volunteer activities for the city of Merano, underscoring her versatile involvement.
Senior manager Robert Hofer is a true all-rounder, skillfully taking on numerous tasks with dedication. His open ear for the concerns and wishes of the guests creates a warm atmosphere where everyone feels welcome and appreciated.
From guesthouse to 4-star superior hotel in Merano
Looking back
1394
The history of Pienzenau is closely linked to the Bavarian noble family that had great influence in the Middle Ages. Hans von Pienzenau, the most famous representative of this family, shaped the region through his political and economic activities.
Over time, however, the vineyards and properties belonging to Schloss Pienzenau were gradually sold off, leading the once-flourishing lands to change hands. These changes reflect the evolution of the times and contribute to the present history of the place, which continues to be shaped by the historical significance of the castle and its surroundings.
1971
The Ernst and Helene Hofer family from the Passeiertal acquire one of these properties, laying the foundation for their own life's work.
With much love and dedication, they shape the estate and transform it into an inviting place for guests from near and far. Their vision is to create an atmosphere of hospitality and well-being.
1972
A charming and elegant hotel unfolds, inviting guests to relax and linger with an inviting indoor pool.
1975
Robert Hofer, the oldest son of the couple, takes over the lease of the hotel together with his wife Ingrid, bringing fresh ideas to the family business.
1979-2000
Robert and Ingrid Hofer expand their life's work by acquiring another property opposite the picturesque Schloss Pienzenau, where they build the charming "Garni Hofer."
In the midst of this exciting time, their first daughter, Patrizia, is born. Seven years later, their family is enriched by the arrival of her sister, Sabrina.
The couple passionately devotes themselves to managing both the hotel and the Garni, creating a place of hospitality and well-being.
2001
The "Garni Hofer" transforms into the elegant 4-star superior hotel "Pienzenau am Schlosspark." The dreamlike panoramic roof terrace, adorned with countless roses, offers a breathtaking view of the picturesque Etsch Valley and the charming spa town of Meran.
Today
In 2016, daughter Sabrina returned home full of energy after completing her studies in Vienna. A year later, her husband Armin followed, and together they began writing new chapters in the family’s life.
In 2018, their first son, Arno, was born, followed by their daughter Clara in 2021 – the youngest members of the family, whose smiles and joy for life win the hearts of everyone around them.