Paradies

I've spent here a couple of days with colleagues to attend business-related meetings. The hotel receptionists were well-informed and very helpful. The rooms in the rotunda are large, compared to other hotels. The furniture is a bit old, but everything was clean and tidy. The view is relaxing from the rooms on the west - green, forested hills without traffic and noise. The bar is fair priced and the service is attentive. The restaurant offers traditional styrian dishes on a short menu. The in-house tennis court is cheap, and buying sports equipment is possible in the hotel's own store - next to many other local specialities.

I recently visited Hotel Paradies with my dad to see the MotoGP in Speilberg. When we arrived in Graz we went to the tourist information to ask ho to get to the hotel. The lady there recommended the bus and told us where to catch it. We took the bus and luckily the stops are clearly announced on the screen. We got off at the correct stop. It is a further five minute walk up to the hotel. There is no pedestrian pathway so you need to be careful. The checking in process was quick and easy. The hotel has an elevator which took us to our room on the 3rd floor. We had a room with a balcony which had lovely forest views. The room was clean and the room facilities were good. The room has a vintage feel and perhaps could be doing with being updated but I think that's what gives it some charm. There are bizarre mirrors on the roof which allows you to see the other single twin bed from yours. Which was slightly weird considering I was sharing with my dad. There is no air conditioning at the hotel and the room was very hot at times, especially through the night, but the staff provided a fan to try and cool it down. We tried the food at the restaurant the first night which was not that good in my opinion. I had the spaghetti carbonara which was covered in spring onions/chives which gave it a horrific taste. My dad has the steak which he enjoyed tremendously. Breakfast was served at 6.30am which was ideal for going to the MotoGP as we had a very early start. I am not very fond of continental breakfasts but for those who are there is a good selection of items to choose from. The dining room was not too busy and I think there is the option to sit outside on the terrace which I am sure was lovely. I have to mention that the staff were very friendly. Especially Barbara who went above and beyond her duty to help us. I don't think our trip would have gone so smoothly without her. We were just passing through Graz and spent very little time in the hotel so did not see the sauna, outdoor pool or fitness centre. But going by everything else we saw, I am sure these would be worth a visit. If you are travelling to the MotoGP next year, I would recommend this hotel if you are driving as there is ample parking. If you are taking public transport, it takes slightly more coordination with being outside the city. If you are visiting this hotel purely for leisure then I am sure you will enjoy your stay.

I stayed here for a couple of nights with some colleagues, despite a very late arrival and trying to get a late breakfast the staff were friendly and helpful The front of the hotel seemed to be in a large building site however the rear is in wonderful countryside with great views.