Tenne Lodges

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Small wooden panels adorn the façade, while the wood and stone architecture exudes traditional charm. The Tenne Lodges are located in the middle of the village of Ratschings with its 600 inhabitants, just a stone's throw from the mountain station: a peaceful place of energy where rustic design meets a touch of luxury, and is always in harmony with nature. Thanks to its location, the five-star hotel is the starting point for a whole range of outdoor activities. Relax in the wellness area, which boasts an infinity pool, whirlpool, saunas and fantastic panoramic views. The combination of warmth and space is a blessing for the mind. The beautiful mountain landscape can be tasted in the Tenne Lodges: chef Mike Bräutigam focuses on sustainability and creatively serves up local produce and Alpine classics. 

Tenne Lodges
Bichl 51, 39040 Ratschings, Italy
Tel.: +39 0472 433300
Web: tenne-suedtirol.com
Price: Lodge from € 198 per person

Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz

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Inspired by the passion of South Tyrolean mountain sports legends and the breathtaking backdrop of the Dolomites, an Eldorado for design lovers seeking relaxation has been created at Kronplatz. The rooms of the five-star Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz, designed by Matteo Thun, feature a harmonious mix of natural colors and materials as well as modern design details. The Acquapura Mountain SPA measures 1400 square meters, where sauna infusions provide tingling moments and you can swim towards the mountains in the rooftop pool. Deep relaxation is guaranteed with spa treatments based on the four mountain elements. Chef Federico Carsili rounds off special vacation moments with his culinary highlights. Tip: You can round off the evening with cocktails from the On the Rocks Bar! 

Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz
Cableway 1c, 39031 Reischach/Bruneck, Pustertal
Web: falkensteiner.com
Tel.: +39 0474 862400
Price: from € 359

Plantitscherhof

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The flowers and sweet plants that line the garden are wonderfully fragrant and the buzzing of the bees lulls the soul like a sweet melody. This green paradise is the heart of the Ansitz Plantitscherhof, a Mediterranean oasis in the villa district of Merano. It's this heart-warming just like home feeling that touches you. You arrive and want to stay. The power zones include the outdoor pool with a magnificent view of the mountains, while indoors you can relax in the marble salt water pool, in the saunas or with treatments in the Golden Spa. You can find your inner center during mental wellness coaching sessions or in the artistic studio. Connoisseurs can also enjoy the finer things in life at the Plantitscherhof: Fine wines and full-bodied spirits, spicy cigars and stylish vintage cars await you here.

Hotel Ansitz Plantitscherhof
Dantestraße 56, 39012 Meran, Italy
Tel.: +39 04732 30577
Web: plantitscherhof.com
Price: Doubles incl. breakfast from € 320

Mirabell Dolomites

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Proud three-thousand-metre peaks tower over the Rieserferner-Ahrn Nature Park and lush green alpine pastures unfold against the backdrop of the Dolomites World Heritage Site. This is a true natural spectacle. Here, the Mirabell enchants guests with a special five-star feel-good time. The hotel is the ideal starting point for countless nature experiences in this alpine paradise - and the award-winning gourmet cuisine at the Mirabell offers a culinary feast for the senses. The hotel's supreme discipline has long ceased to be an insider tip: the traditional Indian healing art of Ayurveda. Guests are in the best of hands here, looked after by highly qualified staff, and achieve a new balance of body, mind and soul. Individual constitution checks and analyses are used to put together a personalized treatment package. It's a special place for special encounters for special people!

Mirabell Dolomites Hotel
Hans-von-Perthaler-Straße 11, 39030 Olang-Pustertal, Italy
Tel.: +39 0474 49 61 91
Web: mirabell.it
Price: on request

Grand Hotel Fasano

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The history of the yellow signature building on the western shore of Lake Garda is centuries old - it was built in 1888 as a hunting lodge for the Habsburgs and is now home to the Grand Hotel Fasano. To celebrate its 135th birthday, the old castle was given a new spa: the AQVA SPA, where guests can relax like royalty now. While a refreshing pool connects the indoor and outdoor areas, the saunas and herbal steam bath take up a lot of space. The tepidarium and Ayurvedic treatments are a wonderful place to relax. In addition to the spa, the magnificent hotel park, lined with banana plants, and the romantic guest rooms are also stately. The ornate interior reflects Alpine chic alongside golden ornaments. The dishes are more Mediterranean, combining the best of Italian cuisine. No matter where you are in the hotel, you'll be enchanted by the unique lake view. 

Grand Hotel Fasano
Via Zanardelli 190, 25083 Gardone Riviera, Italy
Tel.: +39 0365 290220
Web: ghf.it
Price: Doubles from € 368

Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti

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Surrounded by forests and mountains, the Lefay attracts guests with natural materials such as wood and stone. The spa provides relaxation - at 5,000 square meters, it's one of the largest of its kind in the entire Alpine region. Relaxation seekers will find a year-round heated indoor and outdoor pool as well as a family sauna on four levels. The signature massages and wellness treatments not only impress with their professionalism, but are also modern and inspired by nature. One level is reserved exclusively for adults; they can float in the indoor pool made entirely of tonalite and enjoy the innovative Lefay spa method in various saunas, with physio and aromatherapy and in the whirlpool. Another highlight is the healthy cuisine, which is based on local ingredients. 

Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti
Via Alpe di Grual 16, 38086 Pinzolo, Italy
Tel.: +39 0465 768800
Web: dolomiti.lefayresorts.com
Price: Doubles from € 390

Forestis

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Nestled at 1800 meters above sea level in the dense wilderness of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites, the location in the middle of the climatic health resort alone is good for body and soul. The 62 elegant suites of the design hotel surprise guests with incredible panoramic mountain views. Natural materials such as stone, glass, air and wood have come together in the architecture. This can be seen and felt. For example in the spa with its healing woods, which leads to natural regeneration with Plose spring water as well as the tree circle active forces of mountain pine, spruce, larch and Swiss stone pine. Five saunas, a brine steam bath and a pool that leads from the inside to the outside provide the ideal place to relax. Private treatments and courses are also available. The creative forest cuisine - a holistically thought-out, nature-based concept - promises great enjoyment.

Forestis
Palmschoß 22, 39042 Brixen, Italy
Tel.: +39 0472 521008
Web: forestis.it
Price: Suite from € 620

Quellenhof See Lodge

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The new adults-only hotel is one of the smallest five-star hotels in Northern Italy, with 26 accommodation units directly on a 4,500 square meter lake that surrounds the resort. When it comes to sport and spa, the hotel focuses on balance and a balance between being active and relaxed: The BalanceSPA offers show infusions in the Finnish event sauna to work up a sweat, but also gentle cooling off in the indoor pool with a sluice to the outdoors. In addition to hiking and horse riding, golf is also on the program, plus there are five treatment rooms and a luxurious private spa suite where massages, cosmetic treatments and high-tech spa treatments can be booked. The luxury villas with their own pool promise privacy.

Quellenhof See Lodge
Falzebener Straße 112, 39010 Hafling, Italy
Tel.: +39 0473 279300
Web: quellenhof-seelodge.it
Price: Suites from € 550

Hotel Chalet Mirabell

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The Chalet Mirabell in Hafling looks proudly over the sea of rooftops of Meran - plenty of space for relaxation is created in the Luxury Relax & SPA on 6000 square meters. In addition to the adults-only premium spa with seven saunas, steam baths and countless relaxation rooms, there's also a family spa with pools and dress-on saunas. Swimming enthusiasts will find plenty of opportunities to dive in and out: The new indoor-outdoor chalet-style pool was opened in 2021, which leads 25 meters out into the open air. The sunset infinity pool and the hot and cold pleasures of a natural Alpine Kneipp course await. If you want to get your circulation going even more, you can work out in the gym. A unique feature is the natural bathing pond, which at 25 meters, is the longest in Northern Italy.

Hotel Chalet Mirabell
Falzebener Straße 112, 39010 Hafling, Italy
Tel.: +39 0473 279300
Web: residence-mirabell.com
Price: Doubles from € 456

Sonnwies

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At the foot of the Dolomites, you'll find a unique retreat where the beauty of nature merges with first-class wellness offers and warm family friendliness. Here lies the Sonnwies with its own organic farm and a unique children's program. The little ones are introduced to nature in a holistic way from an early age: They learn about the agricultural cycle, enjoy up-close contact with the animals and paint in the great outdoors. Little mermaids can let off steam in the pools with mountain views or on the slides, and special spa treatments are also suitable for sensitive children's skin. Adults longing for peace and quiet can immerse themselves in the adults-only spa or enjoy the retreat options in the spacious garden and private forest. 

Hotel Sonnwies
Alter Runggerweg 20, 39040 Lüsen, Italy
Tel.: +39 0472 413 533
Web: sonnwies.com
Price: Family room with half board from € 800

Das Dorner

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An oasis of peace is hidden between apple orchards and the massive mountain ranges on the horizon on the outskirts of the spa town of Merano: Das Dorner. The palm-fringed garden with the large pool is the centerpiece - here, you can immerse yourself in the pleasant climate of northern Italy and the absolute tranquility of nature. The wellness factor is even more profound with beauty treatments and Ayurvedic massages, which have a beneficial effect on the skin, muscles and fasciae. Haki treatments are ideal for top-heavy people, as they gently and lastingly relax the head, shoulders and neck. The focus is on mental health with Pilates, yoga and meditation, but the highlight of the wellness area is located on the roof: The large infinity pool is a popular photo motif and the mountains seem close enough to touch.

Hotel Das Dorner
Josef-Weingartner-Straße 40, 39022 Algund, Italy
Tel.: +39 0473 443309
Web: dasdorner.com
Price: Junior Suite incl. half board from € 167 per person

San Luis

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The five-star hotel is quietly situated between spruce trees and a 5,800 square meter swimming pond, in the middle of which you can find a bubbling whirlpool. Guests stay in the San Luis in seven categories, the chalets and tree houses made of moon wood all have their own sauna, hot pots and direct access to the water. Breakfast is served directly to the door in the morning. A large swimming pool with a crackling open fireplace awaits in the indoor pool. The spa menu includes numerous saunas, elegant relaxation rooms and a gym, as well as treatments with essential oils and local herbs, hair styling and sports classes. Dishes are prepared using original produce from the hotel's own farm, forest and fields. The uniquely designed indoor pool is a feast for the eyes.

San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodges
Vöranerstraße 5, 39010 Hafling, Italy
Tel.: +39 0473 279570
Web: sanluis-hotel.com
Price: on request

Adler Lodge Ritten

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The ADLER Lodge RITTEN combines effortless luxury and a strong connection to nature to create a successful vacation concept. The 22 suites and 20 chalets made of black wood and glass are partly located directly on the lake between meadows and forests and look down on Bolzano. After guided alpaca hikes, yoga courses or helicopter flights, there is nothing better than exploring the wellness area, which beckons among the treetops. The infinity panorama pool offers the best views, but the relaxation area with treetop views is also worth a visit. The chalets by the lake are not the only top features, but also the steam sauna in the Main Lodge and a herbal sauna in the middle of the forest.

ADLER Lodge RITTEN
Lichtenstern 20, 39054 Oberbozen, Italy
Tel.: +39 0471 1551 700
Web: adler-ritten.com
Price: Suite from € 562

Cyprianerhof

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The Cyprianerhof Dolomit Resort is situated in an almost enchanted and secluded location at the foot of the imposing peaks of the Rosengarten. Lush green meadows and forests surround the five-star hotel, which has made a name for itself as a luxurious place of energy. The scent of Swiss stone pine and oak wood wafts through the lovingly furnished alpine hideaway, allowing guests to relax in absolute comfort. The location in the middle of the hiking area and the direct train connection to the ski area also magically attract adventurers. Active vacationers can fortify themselves for the day with a hearty mountaineering breakfast before heading out into nature; The Tiers cable car takes you up to lofty heights in no time. The Similde SPA with pools, saunas and relaxation zones is the perfect place for a breathtaking view of the mountains and deep moments of well-being. At the end of the day, chef Monika Damian cooks for guests with new interpretations of Tiers recipes, refined with Mediterranean flavors. 

Cyprianerhof Dolomit Resort
St. Zyprian 69, 39050 Tiers am Rosengarten, Italy
Tel.: +39 0471 642143
Web: cyprianerhof.com
Price: double room from € 185 per person

Alpenflora

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The Hotel Alpenflora, which is located not far from the Schlern-Rosengarten Nature Park, is as colorful and Mediterranean as the flora of the southern foothills of the Alps. The four-star hotel is a meeting place for connoisseurs and those seeking relaxation, with a focus on living tradition and relaxing moments of well-being. Nowhere do the cultures of Northern Italy blend better than here - in the kitchen, traditional regional specialties are cleverly complemented by international and Mediterranean flavors as well as vegetarian options. As soon as you approach the soothing natural saunas, there's a wonderful scent of herbs in the air. In the Stillen Alm, guests can even feel the flora - here, you can enjoy absolute tranquillity bedded on flowers. You can become one with the mountains in the outdoor infinity pool.

Hotel Alpenflora
Oswald-von-Wolkenstein-Straße 32, 39040 Kastelruth, Italy
Tel.: +39 0471 706 326
Web: alpenflora.com
Price: Doubles from € 160 per person

Alpin Panorama Hotel Hubertus

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If you are looking for heaven on earth, the Alpin Panorama Hotel Hubertus is definitely the right place for you. The hotel on the Geiselsberg in Olang has already gained international renown thanks to its outstanding modern architecture, its natural, contemporary rooms and a stone-look façade and curved shapes that blend seamlessly into nature. Here, you can get a little closer to heaven in the spacious wellness area: The Alpenreych spa impresses with 7000 square meters. And you can head towards infinity in the 32 °C infinity sky pool; once you've done your laps against the backdrop of the surrounding sea of peaks, choose from the select spa menu with balancing massages as well as Ayurveda and Alpine herbal treatments. The brand new Heaven & Hell spa with its unique design is breathtaking.

Alpin Panorama Hotel Hubertus
Furkelstraße 5, 39030 Olang, Italy
Tel.: +39 0474 592104
Web: hotel-hubertus.com
Price: Doubles from € 406