The Best Hotels In The Italian Dolomites

Sister to the iconic La Perla, the Ladinia is the quintessential mountain inn and Corvara’s first. Opened in 1930 in one of the oldest properties in this Dolomiti village, it still has the same beautiful views of Mount Sassongher and traditional interiors that hold centuries of stories in its beautifully aged walls.

My Arbor is a tree hotel, built on stilts, high up in the tops of the surrounding trees. A refuge on the tree-covered mountainside of the Plose, in the middle of nature and just 10 minutes from Brixen (Bressanone) in South Tyrol. As the hotel name suggests, the My Idea plays an essential role. My Arbor guests are invited to find what often comes up short in hectic everyday life: time for themselves and the greatest possible freedom for their own rhythm. Guests can design their time individually: Breakfast until noon. Swimming after sunset. Yoga or hiking. Massage or skiing. Culture in the bishop's town of Brixen. Biking or shopping.

Forestis is located in a densely wooded area, 1,800 m above sea level, with an unparalleled view of the Dolomites. The area’s unique and outstanding natural character had already prompted the Austrian monarchy to establish a tuberculosis sanatorium at precisely this special site. Read on below about the vibrant culinary offerings, the medicinal history of the site, and what not to miss at the property.

Atto Suites is a feast for architect lovers: Warm, reduced to the essentials, and very woody. Equipped with the best the region has to offer and a unique Farm-to-table concept, this property is not to be missed in summer or winter. The designs, craftsmanship, and facade are unlike any other property in the area, yet fit seamlessly into its setting - one that you won't forget with the mesmerizing mountain views.

Amongst the most striking peaks in the Alps, the Dolomites in South Tyrol are top contenders with their '3 Zinnen' mountains (otherwise known as 'Three Peaks' or 'Tre Cime di Lavaredo'). In 2009, they became a UNESCO World Heritage site receiving further protection for their beauty and rich climate (wine and agriculture are competitive with Provence). Right in the heart of this mountain paradise, you will find one of Europe’s rare carbon-neutral hotels, generating all of its power and heat. Sustainability at its peak. The property even has its farm at Mühlhof with a herd of Angus cattle.

On 1st December 2022, the 33-key boutique hotel overlooking the Tofane massif in the Ampezzo Valley opened its doors under new ownership. Whilst the property will retain its existing contemporary aesthetic, guests can expect a new and dynamic hospitality style – in both the hotel’s spaces and experiences. The design of Rosapetra Spa Resort is a unique combination of a typical Alpine chalet with a dolce vita style. Refined yet comfortable and welcoming, stone and local wood feature throughout the property, tastefully partnered with leather, steelwork, mirrors, and ambient lighting that creates an intimate and seductive atmosphere.

In the middle of the UNESCO World Heritage Site stands the ICARO, a retreat and energy oasis. Since 1936 ICARO has overlooked and lovingly guarded the Seiser Alm/Alpe di Siusi at 1,900m above sea level. From the Cir peaks over the Langkofel/Sasso Lungo to the Kesselkogel/Catinaccio d’Antermoia and on to the Schlern/Sciliar. The interior of the new ICARO convinces with contemporary, inspiring, and surprising elements. In the rooms and the suites, in the restaurant and at the bar, as well as in the pool and spa areas, unexpected new designs come as a surprise.

Hotel Petrus at Plan de Corones is a true family business: it’s run by three sisters, Christina, Brigitte, and Daniela, alongside their parents, Gerti and Hans. The perfect base for exploring South Tyrol, whether you want to mountain bike, hike, or ski. Set in the pretty town of Riscone, the hotel has an emphasis on health and well-being — pampering their guests, in short.

Located in the UNESCO World heritage site of the Dolomites, the boutique Schgaguler hotel is the centrepiece of town in Castelrotto (Katelruth), one of the five villages that make up the Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm), Europe’s largest mountain plateau. After extensive renovations, Tobias and his family reopened in 2020.

The Armentarola enjoys one of the most magical settings in the Dolomites, set in the idyllic village of San Cassiano at the foot of the Lavarello, Conturines, and Lagazuoi mountains. Family-run, it started as a guesthouse in 1938 before transforming into one of Alta Badia’s most beautiful hotels.

Surrounded by a ring of mountains known as the Sella Massif, La Perla is a jewel in the crown of Alta Badia, a unesco-rated region of the Italian Dolomites. Tucked away in the picturesque village of Corvara, this family-run hotel has been renowned for its exceptional service and for being a slice of la dolce vita in the mountains since it opened in the fifties.