Bed'n'Backyard.
Welcome to our Bed'n'Backyard! Right in the middle of Malles, in the heart of the Upper Venosta valley, the FinanzKaserne has stood for 50 years, visible from afar and yet hidden behind bars and walls. After years of vacancy, it now reopens its doors as the FinKa hostel and becomes a worldly, inviting place and space for hospitality! Responsible use of resources and preservation of historical significance meets feelgood atmosphere and honest hospitality - and delicious pizza.
Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the FinKa offers opportunities for individual, unlimited fulfillment. Base camp for the fabulous mountain ranges and all kinds of sporting highlights? Starting point and guide to the rich history of the valley? Cozy retreat for rest and relaxation? This and much more can be discovered, by guests and locals alike - always framed by the famous Venostan hospitality.
Venture out and discover cultural and leisure activities just a stone's throw away. Retreat and enjoy the soothing tranquility of the idyllic backyard and terrace. Whatever you feel like: at the FinKa everything is possible, nothing is a must.
By the way: Of course, a safe holiday in South Tyrol is possible at the FinKa, despite the current situation. We are happy to comply with current safety regulations and offer enough space to guarantee the necessary distance at all times.
The rooms of your dreams
Cuddling into the soft beds after an action-packed day or simply sleeping in without a schedule. Our 18 lovingly furnished rooms will become a true vacation home for everyone!
Check In: 2 p.m. / Check Out: 10 a.m.
6 bed family-room
Online booking
Have you already found the perfect room in the FinKa for you? Here, you can book it quickly and easily online and your vacation planning can begin! We are happy to answer questions and special requests in the enquiry module further below.
Prices
The listed prices are per person, per night, including breakfast and all services if not otherwise specified. Half board and group rates on request.
Furnishings & ambience
Every detail of our FinKa is handpicked with care, to give you everything you'll ever need in our Bed'n'Backyard. In every corner you can unwind and leave your cares behind. The heart of our FinKa is without a doubt the Spaccio on the 1st floor, whose dining and lounge areas are filled with life day and night. What would you like today? Hours of conversation and a huge treasure trove of books in the reading room? "Hoangorten" in the backyard idyll with outdoor kitchen? Chilling out in the courtyard with fire bowl, and, thanks to sight and sound protection, party once in a while? Playing and laughing on the adventure playground with sand, water and many surprises? All this and much more is waiting for you! In addition, the FinKa also offers many more amenities, such as:
- Washing machine & dryer
- Ski depot with waxing corner and ski boot warmer
- Bicycle parking with washing area and repair corner
- Info material, tour tips & more
Food & drink
The dining area in the Spaccio, with wood-burning stove and Viennese coffee house furniture from the 60s, is our pride and joy. From the first coffee to the nightcap at the bar you can indulge here to your heart's content in cheerful company. Whether the varied, healthy breakfast buffet, a delicious pizza in the evening or the changing daily special. At lunchtime, we will gladly recommend insider tips from the surrounding gastronomy or prepare a healthy bag lunch for you! All of this, of course, from high-quality, regional ingredients.
But that's not all: in our Open Kitchen you can give free rein to your own cooking skills. In the FinKa, even the kitchen becomes an experience, and who knows – maybe our chef can be convinced to go shopping with you and conjure up something tasty in the evening, together?
Surroundings & location
Visible from afar, the elevator shaft designed by Esther Stocker rises up in a playfully geometrical manner as a guidepost and lighthouse. Around it, there is much to discover; the village center, for example, only 100m away. Or the famous hiking and skiing areas of the Upper Venosta valley, Watles, St. Valentin and Reschen, easily accessible in 15 minutes by bus. Even further, directly from the nearby train station, to Merano, Bolzano, Austria or Switzerland! Whether in the fascinating cultural and natural landscape of our unique valley or beyond, a vacation in our Bed'n'Backyard will delight everybody! We are happy to assist with advice and recommendations - or to organize a pleasant evening on site.
All highlights of our holiday region at a glance!
Sights, activities, guided tours, events, weather, timetables and much more.
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FinKa Basecamp
The Basecamp offers the ideal setting for accommodation of groups in the Finka who are looking for the great adventure. Among others, the Finka already works with the Caramba Kitesurf School, Südtirolbike and the organizers of the Snowcross World Championship. At the same time we are partners when groups plan activities and events in Vinschgau which we support locally in terms of organization. Take a look at our specials
SNOWSKATES HITS VINSCHGAU
Snowskating is fun from day one! It is easy to learn and is becoming a worldwide trend. Children, teenagers, adults and families who are looking for an uncomplicated introduction to winter sports are enthusiastic about snowskating. At the same time, snowskates offer a variety of experiences, from a fun day on the slopes, to professional freestyle or snowcross competition, everything is possible.
We as FinKa are committed to make this sport known and accessible in Val Venosta. At the same time FinKa is a hotspot and part of the worldwide snowskates community. Among other things, we organize in cooperation with Tomsensports - the inventor of the Snowskates - and with the ski area Schöneben the Snowcross World Championships (www.snowcross.org) that take place there. Racers from all over the world meet in the Upper Vinschgau to compete, but also to exchange and celebrate.
Become a part of the SNOWSKATES COMMUNITY!