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Summary of reviewsHotel Piccolo is lauded for its tranquil and conveniently located setting amidst stunning natural beauty, making it an ideal spot for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. Situated just a few kilometers from the A9 highway, it provides easy access for those passing through on long journeys while maintaining a peaceful and quiet atmosphere perfect for nature excursions. The Saale Cycle Path, a mere 400 meters away, is a particular highlight.
The breakfast offerings at Hotel Piccolo receive consistent acclaim, featuring a diverse and delicious selection that ensures a satisfying start to the day. Guests praise the variety, quality and the charming presentation of the breakfast buffet, although minor mentions of temperature fluctuations and occasional gaps in selection do exist.
Their in-house restaurant is equally celebrated, especially for its excellent cuisine and cozy ambiance. The dishes, including the highly recommended steaks, are enjoyed in a lovingly furnished setting that also features a cozy beer garden. Diners with dietary restrictions appreciate the accommodating service, making for a memorable dining experience.
Guest rooms at Hotel Piccolo are beautifully and stylishly furnished with Mediterranean touches, ensuring comfort and cleanliness. While some rooms face challenges like low ceilings or street noise, the overall impression remains positive with most guests highlighting spaciousness, modern amenities and impeccable cleanliness. Special features like room upgrades and balconies further enhance the guest experience.
In terms of cleanliness, the hotel exceeds expectations with many reviews noting the impeccable state of both shared spaces and individual rooms, contributing to a comfortable and hygienic stay. The hotel staff also receive high praise for their friendliness, competence and willingness to cater to guest needs. Descriptions of "warm welcome," "super friendly," and "attentive" are common, underscoring exceptional service that makes guests feel at home.
Hotel Piccolo is notably family-friendly, providing a cozy, wintry atmosphere in its restaurant and ensuring comfort for families and children. The pet-friendly policy adds to the convenience for family vacations, particularly for cyclists and hikers. Spacious double rooms cater well to family needs and the hotel serves as a convenient stop for southbound travelers.
The beds are another highlight, frequently praised for their comfort with good mattresses that promise a restful night’s sleep. Despite some noise issues reported by a few, the overall sentiment remains largely positive, reinforcing the hotel’s reputation for offering cozy and comfortable accommodations. Show more
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Room Types
Piccolino - Single RoomOffering free toiletries and bathrobes, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Boasting a balcony with an inner courtyard view, this single room also offers a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.
Sole - Double RoomProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor as well as a quiet street view. The unit offers 1 bed.
Fiore - Double RoomFeaturing free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor as well as a quiet street view. The unit has 1 bed.
Bosco - Double RoomProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.
Passione - Double RoomProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as a quiet street view. The unit offers 2 beds.
Romanza - Double RoomProviding free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The spacious double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a carpeted floor, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double RoomThe double room has an inner courtyard view. The unit has 1 bed.
Double RoomThe double room features an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.
Guest Reviews
8.7
Very Good
Location
Nestled in stunningly beautiful surroundings, Hotel Piccolo offers a tranquil escape while being conveniently connected to major roads, including the A9 highway just a few kilometers away. The hotel's location makes it an ideal starting point for outdoor enthusiasts, whether it's hiking in the picturesque countryside or cycling along the Saale Cycle Path, which is a mere 400 meters away. Situated outside of Schleiz, Hotel Piccolo provides a peaceful and quiet atmosphere despite its proximity to the main road, making it easily accessible by car and perfectly suited for overnight stays during long journeys, such as trips between Denmark and the Alps. The hotel is highly recommended for its scenic beauty, offering great opportunities for nature excursions and providing a cozy, welcoming environment.
Breakfast
Nestled in a welcoming ambiance, Hotel Piccolo impresses its guests with an array of breakfast options that consistently receive high praise. Guests repeatedly highlight the delicious and rich offerings, describing them as excellent, plentiful and very good. The breakfast buffet is noted for being lovingly arranged with a great variety, ensuring a satisfying start to the day. Several reviews mention the delightful selection of alternative bread options and the overall excellent gastronomy of the hotel. Adding a touch of charm, the notion of a "breakfast fairy" conjuring up meals adds to the whimsical and pleasant experience. Although there are minor mentions of a cold breakfast room and occasional gaps in the fruit and bread selection, the emphasis remains strongly on the positive with the majority of guests delighted by the quality and variety of the morning fare.
Dinner
Hotel Piccolo's in-house restaurant consistently receives praise for its excellent cuisine and cozy atmosphere. Guests are impressed by the delicious, tasty dishes with many singling out the super delicious steaks as a highlight. The restaurant is described as particularly recommendable with visitors enjoying the lovingly furnished and cozy setting, including a super cozy beer garden. Diners appreciate the good cuisine and generous portions and those with dietary restrictions find the assistance in choosing dinner very helpful. Overall, Hotel Piccolo's restaurant is highly recommended for its great food, culinary delights and delightful menu, making it a memorable dining experience during any stay.
Rooms
Hotel Piccolo offers a delightful array of room experiences that cater to various preferences and needs. Many guests praise the accommodations for being beautifully and lovingly furnished, evoking a charming ambiance with cozy, stylish and clean interiors. The rooms are described as spacious, modern and equipped with comfortable amenities, often adorned with a distinctive Mediterranean touch.
Several reviews highlight the impeccable cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, which are frequently cited as being very clean, comfortable and spacious. The Italian style furnishing adds an additional layer of aesthetic appeal, creating an inviting atmosphere for guests.
However, there are mentions of some drawbacks to certain rooms. A few guests noted that rooms under the roof had low and angled ceilings, while others found rooms facing the street or with sloping walls to be noisy or challenging for navigating comfortably. Room 5, in particular, was reported to be too warm and noisy during the summer months and another room was described as ice cold and damp.
Despite these occasional issues, the overall sentiment towards the rooms at Hotel Piccolo is positive with many guests emphasizing the comfort, cleanliness and stylishness of their accommodations. The hotel also offers nice touches like room upgrades and rooms with balconies, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Beds
Hotel Piccolo receives notable acclaim for its beds with many guests highlighting the exceptional comfort. The beds feature good mattresses, contributing to a restful sleep. The rooms themselves enhance the experience with a cozy, comfortable ambiance. While a few guests reported some noise issues with squeaky and creaky beds, the overall sentiment remains positive with the majority of visitors praising the softness and overall comfort of the beds.
Cleanliness
Hotel Piccolo consistently impresses guests with its outstanding cleanliness. The hotel and rooms are described as very clean, extremely clean and impeccably clean, ensuring a comfortable and hygienic stay. Guests frequently mention that everything fits perfectly and as described, contributing to the overall well-maintained and welcoming ambiance. The rooms are not only clean but also spacious, cozy and comfortable, leaving visitors with a positive impression of their accommodations. Whether in shared spaces or individual rooms, the cleanliness at Hotel Piccolo remains impeccable, providing a super clean and pleasant environment for all.
Staff
Hotel Piccolo has garnered high praise for its exceptional staff with numerous reviews highlighting their friendliness, competence and accommodating nature. Guests frequently mention the warm welcome they receive, noting the staff's willingness to fulfill their wishes and provide individual, personalized service. Descriptions such as "super friendly," "incredibly nice," and "attentive" are common, reflecting a consistent level of care and hospitality.
The reception and departure experiences are smooth and pleasant, thanks to the friendly and helpful demeanor of the staff. Many guests have also commended the hotel's owners and management, describing them as sweet, welcoming and obliging. Overall, the personnel at Hotel Piccolo are characterized by their exceptional dedication to making guests feel at home and ensuring a comfortable stay.
Family
Hotel Piccolo is an acclaimed family-friendly accommodation, often praised for its cozy restaurant and wintry atmosphere. It is highly recommended for family getaways and traveling with children. Guests appreciate the warm welcome and familial atmosphere, which enhances the overall comfort of the stay. Additionally, the hotel is pet-friendly, ensuring that all family members, including pets, can enjoy the visit. The spacious double rooms receive positive mentions, catering well to family needs. Ideal for those vacationing, especially for cyclists and hikers, Hotel Piccolo is also a convenient stop for travelers heading south.
No, Hotel Piccolo doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hotel Piccolo.
Yes, Hotel Piccolo welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Hotel Piccolo.