Hotel Bären
A family-style base in Mellau's village centre, slopes and trails close by
A place to stay in Mellau
Hotel Bären is a 3-star hotel in the centre of Mellau, a village in Austria's Bregenzerwald. It holds a 9.0/10 guest rating across 160 reviews, with staff, location and cleanliness the strongest themes. Rooms come with mountain views, and the property runs an on-site restaurant and bar, a spa and wellness centre, and a sun deck and garden for the warmer months. Free parking, free wifi and pet-friendly rooms are part of the deal, and there's ski storage and a shuttle service in winter.
Who it's a good fit for
A straightforward, well-kept village hotel with a spa, solid food on site and easy access to skiing in winter and hiking in summer.
Best for
- skiers who want village-centre convenience
- couples after a spa weekend
- families needing a kitchenette room
- travellers bringing a dog
Village-centre setting in Mellau
The hotel sits in the middle of Mellau, so restaurants, shops and the lift station are reached on foot rather than by car. Rooms face the mountains, and the terrace, sun deck and garden give outdoor space without leaving the property.
Spa and wellness centre
The on-site spa and wellness centre is one of the hotel's most-used facilities, open to guests after a day on the slopes or the hiking trails. It's a genuine draw for a 3-star property of this size.
Rooms with mountain views
Both room types look out over the mountains. The double room adds a balcony and terrace; the family room swaps that for a private kitchenette and a bunk bed alongside the king. All have free wifi, a TV, bathrobe and hairdryer.
Outdoor space and garden
A garden, terrace and sun deck with outdoor furniture wrap the building. In summer these become the natural spot to sit after hiking or cycling; in winter they're the quiet edge of a village-centre stay.
Rooms & rates
Double Room with Balcony
25.0 m² · 1 king bed
- Mountain view
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
Family Room With Kitchenette
29.0 m² · 1 king bed and 1 bunk bed
- Private kitchenette
- Mountain view
- Free Wifi
The highlights
Inside Hotel Bären
Amenities at Hotel Bären
Most popular facilities
- Spa and wellness center
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Room service
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Spa and wellness center
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Towels
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
View
- Mountain view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Ski
- Ski-in, ski-out access
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski school Additional charge
- Ski storage
Winter and summer at Mellau
Ski season
Summer season
Where it is
5 sights nearby, the closest being Pfarrkirche Mellau at 100 m; the nearest station, Bergbahnen Mellau, is 710 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Pfarrkirche Mellauplace of worship100 m
- Kapelle Oberfeldplace of worship640 m
- Gopfbergpeak1.5 km
- Spitzpeak1.8 km
- Bärenhöhlecave2.3 km
Getting around
- Bergbahnen Mellaustation710 m
- Mellaubahnstation2.5 km
As-the-crow-flies distances from the property · © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 160 reviews, Hotel Bären holds a 9.0/10 guest rating. Staff are the standout theme, with location and cleanliness close behind — the combination suggests a well-run house where the team and the village-centre position carry the experience. Reviewers rate it well above average for a 3-star property in the region.
- Staff9.7
- Facilities9
- Cleanliness9.2
- Comfort9.2
- Value For Money8.4
- Location9.5
- Free Wifi8.1
Reviews scoring 9–10: 23 · average 9.5
They wrote about: location, breakfast, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 7 · average 7.9
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
None of the reviews scored within this range.
This is a summary of reviews left by guests on Booking partner sites.
Worth knowing
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 23:00 and 07:00
- Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
Questions & answers
Where is Hotel Bären located?
In the centre of Mellau, a village in Austria's Bregenzerwald region. The location is one of its strongest-rated aspects, with shops, dining and the local lifts reachable on foot.
What room types are available?
Two: a 25 m² Double Room with Balcony (one king bed, from €258) and a 29 m² Family Room With Kitchenette (one king and one bunk bed, from €234). Both have mountain views and free wifi.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is served at the hotel, and there's an on-site restaurant and bar for other meals. Room service is also available if you'd rather eat in.
Is there parking?
Yes, the hotel has free on-site parking for guests. That makes it practical if you're driving in from elsewhere in Austria or neighbouring Germany and Switzerland.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, there's a spa and wellness centre on site, listed among the hotel's most popular facilities. It's a notable extra for a 3-star village property.
Is it good for a ski trip?
The ski season in Mellau runs early December to early April. The hotel has ski storage, and its village-centre position puts you near the lifts.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, the hotel is pet friendly and offers pet-friendly rooms. Mention your pet when booking so the right room is allocated.
Is it suitable for families?
Yes. The Family Room With Kitchenette sleeps a family with a king bed plus bunk bed, and the kitchenette helps with children's meals. Family rooms and facilities for disabled guests are available.
What is there to do in summer?
The summer season runs mid-June to late September. Hiking and cycling are the main draws, and the hotel rents bicycles. Walking tours, bike tours and off-site horseback riding and canoeing can also be arranged.
How much does a night cost?
Rooms start from €234 per night for the Family Room With Kitchenette; the Double Room with Balcony starts from €258. Rates vary by season, with winter ski weeks and summer peak typically higher.
How do I get there and around?
The hotel runs a shuttle service and sits in the village centre, so most of Mellau is walkable once you arrive. Free parking covers those arriving by car.
How do I book?
Book through the major online travel platforms or contact the hotel directly. Booking ahead is sensible for the December-to-April ski season, when village-centre rooms in Mellau fill quickly.