Parkhotel Mondschein - Gentle Traveller

When one arrives at the Parkhotel Mondschein, the first thing that catches the eye is the ivy-covered façade with its Art Nouveau balconies and white shutters. But its interior is no less impressive.

Cozy hotel room with a bed, wooden furniture, and a large window revealing mountain views.

The location

Located in the city’s oldest arcade streets, Parkhotel Mondschein is surrounded by a large park, just a few minutes’ walk from Bolzano railway station. Mountains and hills rise on the horizon, while museums, shops and restaurants line the street. It’s only a 10-minute drive to the airport.

Historic buildings with ornate facades line a street, set against a backdrop of a mountain under a blue sky. — In the old town of Bolzano, one historic building after another lines the streets.
© Photo: Marlene Mauer

Backstory

There was a time when nobles, artists, farmers, resistance fighters and travellers from near and far used to stay here. At that time, it was the first inn in the town. The oldest part of the building dates back to 1320. Then as now, the hotel is an important part of Bolzano.

Historic building covered in greenery, featuring a balcony and palm trees, captured at Parkhotel Mondschein. — The hotel’s green façade with Art Nouveau balconies.

Two men pose in a stylish hotel room, one standing beside a modern chair while the other sits casually. — Klaus and Moritz Dissertori.

Brothers Klaus and Moritz Dissertori opened their fourth hotel in South Tyrol with the Parkhotel Mondschein. Their other three hotels are the 1477 Reichhalter, Villa Arnica and Schwarzschmied in Lana.

Architecture & interior

The family-run hotel was extended in 1860 in the Belle Époque style: wide terrazzo corridors, high ceilings and magnificent floors now grace the interior. The lift and lobby bear witness to modernisation measures carried out in the 1950s and 1960s.

Modern hotel room with a sloped ceiling, featuring a double bed, orange accents, and a cozy seating area.

The distinctive style of interior designer Christina Biasi-von Berg, who was also responsible for the interior design of the three other buildings, runs throughout the hotel, although she took care to preserve the history of the building. She subtly combines the three different eras of the building.

Elegant hotel room featuring a vintage white bathtub, green walls, and soft lighting, with a cozy bed in the foreground.

Modern bathroom with a double sink, two mirrors, and neatly stacked towels on a wooden shelf.

While the rooms and suites differ, they all share the same colour scheme. In addition to original details, the hotel also features many new pieces of furniture designed by her office. Delicate pink stools in the Luna Bar, for example.

Elegant beige sofa with a small black table holding a book and a vase of flowers, set against a muted wall. — A cohesive colour scheme is not only used in the rooms, but throughout the entire hotel.

Artworks by Fernández Arcas and Karla Hiraldo Voleau adorn the walls. The hotel invited them to spend a summer as artists in residence at the Parkhotel. Inspired by the rooms, they created their works. To this day, artists regularly visit the hotel and provide new inspiration. One of them is Nicolas Polli from Switzerland, who combined everyday objects from the hotel with local products in his still life-like photographs, questioning consumer standards.

Elegant hotel room featuring a plush bed with white linens, a rust-colored headboard, and wooden accents.

Cozy hotel room featuring a sofa, desk, and patterned rug, with natural light from large windows.

High ceilings with stucco decorations, dark real wood floorboards, crystal chandeliers and solid wood furniture adorn the 60 rooms and 16 suites. A glance outside reveals the spacious hotel park with sun loungers, rose garden and kiosk.

Mirror and striped bench against a green wall, with a bed and framed artwork visible in the background. — Historical elements blend harmoniously…

Modern wooden wardrobe with open shelves, a hanging space, and a closed section, set in a light-colored room with herringb... — …with newly designed pieces.

The garden, which resembles the size of a city park, is surprising. Here, guests can relax on cushioned teak beach chairs and in the outdoor area while enjoying a gin fizz or South Tyrolean wine.

Vases with various flowers arranged on wooden shelves in a warm-toned interior setting.

Lush garden at Parkhotel Mondschein featuring palm trees and green chairs around small tables.

Cuisine

In the morning, the hotel serves a rich breakfast buffet with cakes, pastries, bread, eggs, jams, juices and hot drinks such as coffee and tea from small local producers.

A top-down view of a breakfast spread featuring coffee, pastries, fruits, and various condiments on a wooden table. — Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

Right next to the Parkhotel Mondschein one will find the Luna restaurant, which is one of the oldest taverns in Bolzano. Original decorations adorn its ceilings. Classic Italian dishes and fine wines are served.

Elegant restaurant interior with wooden floors, tables set with white linens, and a stained glass ceiling. — Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

Here guests will find handmade pasta and other dishes with fresh fish from the Adriatic coast, high-quality meat from regional butchers, fresh vegetables and fruit.

Chef in a white uniform and red apron stands confidently with arms crossed, against a textured green wall, apples on a tab... — Chef Mathieu Domagala.
© Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

A person in a green sweater is enjoying a salad with poached egg, accompanied by bread, in a restaurant setting. — Sometimes international, sometimes Italian: Luna Restaurant.
© Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

These ingredients are transformed into delicious dishes by chef Mathieu Domagala, who also serves international classics. But not only hotel guests enjoy his cuisine, locals do as well.

Elegant restaurant interior with wooden tables, chairs, and large windows letting in warm light. — Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

Waitstaff in a white jacket with "LUNA" embroidered, setting a table with folded napkins and a plate. — Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

In the afternoon and evening, the Luna Bar serves light snacks by the pool or in the garden. And with a Gin Basil Smash, homemade lemonade or a glass of South Tyrolean natural wine, guests can relax in the evening and enjoy the last rays of sunshine as the shadows in the park grow longer.

Elegant lounge area with soft lighting, featuring stylish seating and a bar in the background at Parkhotel Mondschein.

As part of its ‘À Table’ label, the hotel invites international guest chefs to prepare dinner in the bar or garden. And every Friday evening, DJs play their beats during ‘DJ’n’Drinks’. Fresh drinks ans small snacks can be found at the hotel’s small kiosk, which is located right next to the Luna Bar.

Lush garden area at Parkhotel Mondschein with palm trees and outdoor tables arranged on a stone patio. — Sipping drinks right underneath palm trees: Luna Bar.

Wooden kiosk with shelves displaying brochures and magazines, surrounded by greenery at Parkhotel Mondschein. — Right next to Luna Bar: the hotel’s own small kiosk.

The tasty scent of fresh dough fills the air at Alto Pizza. At this restaurant, the focus is on simple yet tasty cuisine.

Table setting at Parkhotel Mondschein with two menus, cutlery in pouches, and two glasses on a wooden surface. — Photo: Konstantin Mirbach

Delicious pizzas are baked here using flour from the region, water from the well, buffalo mozzarella from southern Italy, spicy salami from Naples, ham from South Tyrol and juicy tomatoes.

Pizza topped with red sauce, mozzarella, peppers, and olives on a wooden table with menus in the background. — Traditional Italian pizza…
© Photo: Konstantin Mirbach

Cozy restaurant corner with a round marble table, wooden chairs, and a mural of horses on the wall. — …served in a historic rustic setting.
© Photo: Konstantin Mirbach

Wellness & Relaxation

At the hotel’s own Arise studio, relaxation comes first. From classes in a variety of yoga styles to monthly specials, cocoa ceremonies and sound baths, all of these are available to both hotel guests and locals from Bolzano.

Yoga studio with wooden floor, white cushions, and blocks arranged on mats under arched ceilings. — This 80-square-metre studio is also open to those who are looking for relaxation outside of classes.

The Arise studio is ideal for anyone who wants to continue their relaxation practice while on holiday, as well as newbies who want to try it out for the first time.

A woman with long hair tied back reaches up against a smooth, curved wall in soft lighting.

Person lying on a yoga mat with the word "arise," hands extended forward, in a serene indoor setting.

Lined with terracotta and tiled with dark green tiles, the pool offers the perfect refreshment on hot summer days.

Aerial view of a pool area at Parkhotel Mondschein, featuring lounge chairs and a person relaxing on a float. — Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

With a pleasant water temperature of 30°C, the pool is open from March to October for a refreshing dip. Book lovers can relax on the comfortable sun loungers by the pool and let their gaze wander across the blue sky.

Feet submerged in a pool, with sunlight reflecting on the water's surface, creating a serene atmosphere.

Woman in sunglasses sipping a drink by a pool, surrounded by lounge chairs and greenery at Parkhotel Mondschein. — Photo: Letizia Cigliutti

With training equipment from Nohrd and Rogue, such as treadmills and rowing machines, the fitness room can be used to exercise and improve endurance.

Brown punching bag hanging in a well-lit room with large windows and a mirror, reflecting the space. — Working out with a punching bag…

Brown leather boxing gloves and a rope resting on a ledge, with sheer curtains in the background. — …or with weights.

And afterwards, at a steamy 90°C in the sauna, switching off is made easy. From there, one can admire the view over the hotel garden.

Bright bathroom with a sink, mirror, wooden cabinet, and radiator, framed by an arched doorway.

Wooden seating in a minimalist sauna with soft lighting and textured walls at Parkhotel Mondschein.

Surrounding area

In Bolzano, in northern Italy, tourists can see the glacier mummy ‘Ötzi’, which is on display in the Archaeology Museum. Not far away is Maretsch Castle, which was built in the 13th century.

Mountain landscape at dusk with peaks and valleys, captured from Parkhotel Mondschein. — At the foot of the Dolomites, surrounded by rolling vineyards, lies Bolzano, the capital of South Tyrol.
© Photo: Marlene Mauer

Activities

The Foto Forum in Via Weggenstein focuses solely on photography, promoting visual cultures from far and wide. Disruptive, expressive exhibitions of contemporary art can be seen at the Fondazione Antonio Dalle Nogare.

Historic building with ornate architecture, featuring balconies adorned with flowers, located in a city square. — Culture lovers won’t be disappointed in Bolzano.

Several valleys meet in Bolzano, offering some of the most beautiful cycling tours in South Tyrol. With a day trip on a racing or mountain bike, cyclists can reach Lake Kaltern, the Montiggler Lakes, Eppan or Merano, the Ritten or several mountain passes. Guests can rent bicycles and e-bikes right at the hotel.

To admire the vista of the Dolomites from the Ritten mountain station, visitors can take one of three cable cars, which ascend the 950-metre difference in altitude within 12 minutes. From here, hikers can continue on to the Ritterhorn at 2,260 metres or to the earth pyramids.

Cyclist in black attire riding a road bike on a tree-lined path near Parkhotel Mondschein. — Up the mountain, whether by bicycle…

Cable car descending over lush green hills and a winding path, with mountains and a lake in the background. — …or with one of the cable cars.

Past palm trees, shady forests, lush green meadows and alpine pastures up to the mountain peaks: a multitude of hiking trails criss-cross the Bolzano landscape, offering varied tours at different altitudes.

For those who prefer to swing a golf club, six nearby golf courses offer a wide range of options for professionals and beginners alike.

A total of 26 ski resorts exist in South Tyrol. Rittner Horn, Carezza, Obereggen, Jochgrimm, Gröden, and Seiser Alm are particularly popular, due to their convenient proximity to the Dolomites and Bolzano, which can be easily reached by car.

Snow-covered mountain peaks rise above a layer of clouds, with a soft blue sky in the background.

Serene lake surrounded by autumn foliage, reflecting trees and clear blue sky.

Lake Caldaro, the Monticolo Lakes near Appiano and Lake Wolfsgrubner on the Renon plateau are located close to the Parkhotel Mondschein. With excellent water quality and beautiful surroundings, they offer a unique swimming experience.

Details

Rooms

Simple
Double balcony
Deluxe
Junior Suite
Suite
Grand Suite

Culinary

Restaurant Luna

Opening hours

Breakfast: daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Lunch: Monday to Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Dinner: Monday to Saturday from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Open daily from 5 April.

Luna Bar

Opening hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to midnight.

Alto Pizza

Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Wellness & relaxation

Opening hours

Gym: Daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sauna: Daily from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Pool: Daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.