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Hotel Ochsen

3.5 star property
Hotel in Merklingen with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Banquet hall
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Haupstraße 12, Merklingen, BW, 89188
  • Place, Pony and Fairytale Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Laichingen Vertical Cave
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Ulm University
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Stuttgart (STR)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Single Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Single Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Basic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Merklingen

Located 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Pony and Fairytale Park, Hotel Ochsen is within a 10-minute drive of Laichingen Vertical Cave. This 3.5-star hotel has 31 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Pony and Fairytale Park - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Laichingen Vertical Cave - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Botanical Garden of the University of Ulm - 14 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • Ulm University - 15 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Blautopf - 16 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Urspring Station - 14 min drive
  • Stuttgart Airport (STR) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪H-ALBZEIT - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Fellows - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Artos Pizza, Kebab, Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Albhof - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Hotel Ochsen

Hotel in Merklingen with free breakfast and a restaurant
Hotel Ochsen features free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and express check-in. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars, coffee makers, and safes are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Property is also known as

Hotel Ochsen Hotel
Hotel Ochsen Merklingen
Hotel Ochsen Hotel Merklingen

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel Ochsen?

Hotel Ochsen offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Hotel Ochsen?

This hotel is located in Merklingen, close to Laichingen Vertical Cave, Ave Maria Monastery, and Pony and Fairytale Park. You'll also find Burgruine Hiltenburg and Todtsburger Höhle nearby.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Ochsen?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Hotel Ochsen have a casino?

No, Hotel Ochsen doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Ochsen?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Ochsen a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Ochsen?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Ochsen have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Ochsen serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Ochsen allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel Ochsen for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Ochsen?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel Ochsen?

The closest major airport to Hotel Ochsen is Stuttgart Airport (STR), which is about 28.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Ochsen?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Ochsen.

Hotel Ochsen Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly efficient and welcoming front desk staff. Room was beyond expectations, very roomy and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harvey, Kenosha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Modern facilities. Outstanding breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seonaid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely smart modern hotel, very comfortable stay. Friendly helpful staff. Breakfast very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
W
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sehr nettes Hotel und sehr nettes Personal, auch das Restaurant ist zu empfehlen.. der Salat war, mmh…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anja

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gepflegtes Gebäude, sauberes und angenehmes Zimmer, nettes Personal, sehr gutes Abendessen im Restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

jørgen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jonas

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Für eine Übernachtung zur Durchfahrt super geeignet. Zimmer etwas verwohnt. Badezimmer könnte mal renoviert werden. (Schimmelflecken Silikonfugen) Lobenswert und das Beste am Hotel ist das Restaurant (abends) und die Freundlichkeit vom Mitarbeiter, der die Gäste zum Platz begleitet (auch zu den Kindern). Insgesamt sehr Familienfreundlich und Hundefreundlich. Frühstück okay, leider etwas abgestanden zum Ende des Frühstückszeitraums (Käse, Wurst)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koen, Oud-Turnhout

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideale tussenstop op onze jaarlijkse vakantie.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rigtig fin morgenmad. Værelset lå i den gamle del af hotellet og bærer præg af at det er af ældre dato. Værelset var ubehageligt varmt at komme ind i (26 gr) så de første 3 timer blev brugt på at lufte ud. Meget venligt personale.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Celine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Bonjour La fermeture du restaurant aurait dû être signalé et la climatisation dans la chambre orientée sur un lit n’a pas pu être utilisée … sinon tout s’est bien passé.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tho

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel 10

El hotel excelente. Buen trato. El desayuno buenisimo. El restaurante estaba de vacaciones una oena
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mechthild

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Für eine Übernachtung auf der Durchreise haben wir hier einen sehr angenehmen und unkomplizierten Aufenthalt verbracht. Die Kinder haben sich sehr über die Badewanne gefreut, für ältere Personen könnte der Einstieg etwas schwierig sein.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trevlig personal och bra frukost.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wirklich kleine Zimmer, die auch mal wieder einen Face-Lift bräuchten und relativ laut...
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles top!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ochsen ist TOP !

Alles wunderbar, warm, gute Matratze, agenehmer Aufenthalt
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Geweldig hotel

Geweldig hotel, gastvriendelijk, uitstekend restaurant en veel parkeerplaats. Mooie kamers en lekker ontbijt. Aanrader.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024