Merlin, StuttgartMerlin in Stuttgart, Germany has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 37 of 128 hotels we score in Stuttgart. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.8, Tripadvisor 3.2. Rooms from about $84 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hotel Merlin is a family-run establishment located in Filderstadt-Bernhausen, a southern suburb of Stuttgart. It sits a three-minute walk from the Filderstadt S-Bahn station and is close to Stuttgart Airport. The rooms feature a modern interior with Mediterranean-style furnishings, Smart TVs, and multiple power outlets. Guests can access an on-site restaurant, a spa, and tennis courts. The hotel provides free parking and wheelchair access to public areas. It suits travellers needing easy transit links or proximity to the airport. While the facilities are clean and contemporary, the guest rooms and beds are small.What stands out

Near Filderstadt S-Bahn station

Free on-site parking

Modern room design

On-site spa and tennis courts

Watch out for

Small rooms and beds

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