Palace Merano
Merano, Italy
Overview
When to go
What we love
- Weekly cookery classes where you can discover new cooking methods and nutritional principles to create some super healthy foods at home
- You will get a post retreat support kit to take home which contains freeze-dried dishes based on fruit, vegetables and functional foods
- The lush tropical gardens and the charm of the historical spa town easily discovered by foot or using the e bikes
Who should go
- Those who are looking to seriously invest in their health and be guided by specialists
- Anyone who needs a proper detox targeting physical, mental and emotional aspects of their lives
- Travellers looking for a health focused break in elegant and traditional surroundings
Offers
- Complimentary room upgrade (one room type higher, subject to availability at the time of booking)
- 2 Complimentary treatments per person at the spa for any first time client (to be chosen upon arrival, not valid on medical sessions) for stays until 13 Jan 24
- Repeat client - for those who stayed at Palace Merano for 4 times in the past - please contact us for details
Wellness
Palace Merano has created an unique concept which they call 'The Revital Method'. The experts at Palace Merano are true pioneers of proactive and preventative health, and Detox, Prevention and Healthy Ageing are the foundation of their method. There are five departments at Palace Merano working in synergy to create bespoke and result driven programmes:
1. Health & nutrition
2. Bio-energetics
3. Hydro-mud therapy
4. Spa & Fitness
5. Research & Development
The method is not a one size fits all approach and each guest has their various treatments and activities adapted to their individual needs. The goal of all the programmes is to:
- Improve quality of life- Enhance physical and mental performance
- Boost immunity
- Support healthy weight loss
- Ease the ageing process
This is done by using Western medical practices which are combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine. Palace Merano has an in-house laboratory with the cutting edge diagnostics tools and various tests are available. There is an ongoing investment in medical equipment to ensure that the offering keeps up with the latest developments in the health prevention arena.
The spa has recently undertaken a significant refurbishment in 2023 offering greater comfort, larger and brighter treatments rooms. A large, heated, outdoor pool operates between May and October. The heated indoor pool is available for use all year long. There is a well equipped 162 SqM gym overlooking the park and an array of outdoor activities are also available.
There is also a hairdresser corner at the spa.
*Please note that each programme needs a medical visit. This is not included in the cost of the programme and will be paid directly at the resort*
- Evaluation of the level of organic toxicity
- Biological analyses (in-house laboratory)
- Bone and body densitometry (DEXA Scanner)
- Nutritional advice
- Colonic irrigation
- Osteopathy
- Massage and physiotherapy
- Recovery therapy (IV drip)
- Oxygen-ozone therapy
- Help with Long Covid syndrome
Activities
- Spa
- Fitness
- Cooking class
- Swimming
- Pool
- Tea lounge
- Evening musical entertainment
- Visit Merano town
- Shopping
- Walking and hking
- Cycling
- Exploring the mountains
- Visit Castle Trauttmannsdorff and its famous botanic gardens
Typical Group Classes
- Hatha yoga
- Face yoga
- Water aerobics
- Group gymnastics
- Outdoor activities
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
Size of the room is 22 SqM. Rooms are facing surrounding mountains.
Marble bathroom has a shower and a separate toilet.
Facilities include air conditioning, TV, wifi, hairdryer, weight scale, slippers and a bathrobe.
Size of the room is 25 SqM. Rooms are facing beautiful hotel gardens and have private balconies.
Marble bathroom has a shower and a separate toilet.
Facilities include air conditioning, TV, wifi, hairdryer, weight scale, slippers and a bathrobe.
Size of the room is 32 SqM. Rooms are overlooking the Merano town and surrounding mountains.
Marble bathroom has a shower and a separate toilet.
Facilities include air conditioning, TV, wifi, hairdryer, weight scale, slippers and a bathrobe.
Size of the room is 30 SqM. Rooms are overlooking private parkland and have private balconies.
Marble bathroom has a shower and a separate toilet.
Facilities include air conditioning, TV, wifi, hairdryer, weight scale, slippers and a bathrobe.
Size of the room is 35 SqM. Rooms are overlooking private parkland and have private balconies.
Marble bathroom has a shower and a separate toilet.
Facilities include air conditioning, TV, wifi, hairdryer, weight scale, slippers and a bathrobe.
What’s on the menu
The team of expert chefs guarantee that all ingredients are top quality and local and seasonal produce are used when possible. Thanks to the delicate preparation and innovative cooking methods, the nutritional elements in foods are preserved, together with all their flavour.
There are two diets available - The Revital Detox diet - where the goal is to purify and rebalance the body functions and eliminate toxins and excess fluids. This is a mainly vegetarian meal plan and the menu is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and fibres. After the medical consultation, this plan can also include a liquid diet day based on fresh vegetable juices. This diet plan is suitable for everyone. Weight loss might be a side effect but not the main goal of this diet.
The Bio light menu offers healthy and light dishes taking inspiration from the Mediterranean tradition but using innovative and healthier cooking methods. This diet can serve as a model for you and can be adopted in your daily life after the retreat.
Palace Merano also runs a weekly cookery classes so you can learn and apply these healthy practices at home.
There are two Restaurants respectively named “Table du Palace” and “Terrasse Dietetique” and during the summer months, meals can be served on the terrace. There is also The Tea Bar and a Lounge bar with evening musical entertainment.
Location
Merano benefits from an unique microclimate as it’s located in the most northerly part of the alps. The temperature is generally warm throughout the year and rarely sees snow despite being surrounding by lofty mountain peaks.
Nearest airport
Nearest airport is Bolzano and the transfer takes approximately 30 minutes. You can also fly to Verona or Innsbruck, which are located approximately two hours from Palace Merano. Venice airport is also accessible with the transfer taking approximately three hours,
You can also arrive by train to Merano station.
There are plenty of low cost flights to Verona or Innsbruck from all major UK airports.
Palace Merano offers a shuttle transfers from/to Venice airport on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays with 7:30am departure from Merano to Venice airport and 1pm departure from Venice airport to Merano.
Max 5 passengers
Families, Children & Infants
Palace Merano does accept children, however due to the nature of this hotel we do not recommend taking kids with you. Ball and noise generating games are not allowed.
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