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GOURMETHOTELS

1. HOTEL CASTEL

39019 Dorf Tirol, hotel-castel.com
Points: 98

For 30 years now, Gerhard Wieser has brought the Castel finedining restaurant (formerly Trenkerstube) high-ranking awards, including two Michelin stars. Guests at the restaurant, which has only five tables, enjoy not only a magnificent panorama but also harmonious flavors of the Alpine-Mediterranean cuisine that Wieser prepares from the best ingredients.

©Königshofer Michael

2. HOTEL & SPA ROSA ALPINA, AN AMAN PARTNER HOTEL

39036 San Cassiano, rosalpina.it
Points: 98

Gourmets can't go past the Rosa Alpina in Alta Badia. From breakfast on the sunny terrace of the Limonaia with a view of the forest to the family-style dishes in the Wine Bar & Grill and the fondue offer to the cuisine in the Restaurant Hubertus, which has been awarded three Michelin stars and a green star for sustainability: Here you live pleasure.

©Alex Moling

3. LA PERLA

39033 Corvara In Badia, laperlacorvara.it
Points: 96

The Stüa de Michil, the gourmet restaurant of the Hotel La Perla, has always been committed to tradition and innovation. Best ingredients and fine craftsmanship brought "the Stüa" with its original South Tyrolean parlors made of antique wood a Michelin star already 20 years ago. Chef Simone Cantafino, who has been on board since the end of 2021, is consistently pursuing this path.

©Gustav Willeit

4. TERRA THE MAGIC PLACE - RELAIS & CHATEÂUX

39058 Sarntal, terra.place
Points: 93

"The Magic Place" spoils as the highest two-star restaurant in Italy with a modern, grounded cooking style. Chef Heinrich Schneider creates his dishes from fresh, local mountain products, and diners eat from handmade plates in a cozy kitchen-living room atmosphere. The wine cellar with more than 1,000 positions hangs as a cube from the ceiling.

©Stefano Scatà

5. PARKHOTEL HOLZNER

39054 Ritten, parkhotel-holzner.com
Points: 92

Numerous awards, including a Michelin star and three Falstaff forks, prove what guests have always known: Chef Stephan Zippl really knows his craft masterfully. He processes the best local products and brings down-to-earthness to the kitchen, where value is placed on supporting small, local cycles.

©Hannes Niederkofler

SPAHOTELS

1. SAN LUIS RETREAT HOTEL & LODGES

39010 Hafling, sanluis-hotel.com
Points: 99

The light-filled bathhouse is one of the many favorite spots at San Luis, thanks to its open fireplace crackling with logs. From here, head out to the heated outdoor pool and the warm bubble bath in the middle of the lake. Additional relaxation is provided by cozy relaxation rooms, saunas and an extensive range of treatments using local products.

©Stefano Scatà

2. AMONTI & LUNARIS WELLNESSRESORT

39030 Steinhaus in the Ahrntal Valley, wellnessresort.it
Points: 96

From the exclusive sauna experience on the roof terrace to varied water worlds and relaxing treatments: guests seeking peace and quiet will want for nothing on more than 6,000 square meters of spa space. Separate family and adults-only areas ensure that all guests feel completely at home. Top: the sunset sky pool with a view of the Ahrntal valley.

©Michael Huber

3. HOTEL CHALET MIRABELL

39010 Hafling, residence-mirabell.com
Points: 96

Luxury days in a luxury location - that's what the hotel above the rooftops of Merano promises. In fact, every guest has more space here than in any other South Tyrolean hotel, from the Adults-Only Premium Spa to the Family Spa. So you relax at the longest heated natural bathing pond in the region. The treatments with exclusive care products from Dr. Joseph and QMS are also top.

©Michael Huber

4. WEINEGG WELLVIVA RESORT

39057 Girlan/Eppan, weinegg.com
Points: 96

Inspired by the power of nature, guests rediscover their inner balance at the Wellviva Spa. Deep-acting massages release tension, while beauty treatments with Dr. Joseph's exclusive products enhance natural beauty. Special saunas for the whole family and Adults-Only areas allow all guests to relax.

©Armin Terzer

5. ALPINE TESITIN PANORAMA WELLNESS RESORT

39035 Taisten, alpentesitin.it
Points: 94

Quietly situated in a panoramic position of the Dolomites, the hotel is a place of strength for those seeking peace and quiet. While the imposing mountain scenery is reflected in the pools, everyday life seems particularly distant. Guests enjoy the pleasant warmth of eight saunas and professional treatments with high-quality local natural cosmetic products. Special treatments are available for kids and teens.

©www.wisthaler.com - Harald Wisthaler

DESIGNHOTELS

1. MIRAMONTI BOUTIQUE HOTEL

39010 Hafling, hotel-miramonti.com
Points: 95

The striking retreat at an altitude of 1,230 meters scores with its exceptional design, which always focuses on the panorama. Built on porphyry stone, the hideaway offers 44 distinctive rooms in five styles, from which the view always falls on nature thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows. Beautiful onsen and three restaurants included.

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2. SCHGAGULER HOTEL

39040 Castelrotto, schgaguler.com
Points: 93

The contemporary architecture of this house attracts all eyes already from the outside. Inside it continues: with spacious rooms that invite you to relax, with straightforward design that focuses on nature and with an interior that represents the charming restraint and reduced aesthetics of an alpine hut.

©Martin Schgaguler

3. ARUA PRIVATE SPA VILLAS

39019 Dorf Tirol, arua-villas.it
Points: 93

Architecture, design and nature enter into an impressive symbiosis in a secluded location above the spa town of Merano. The result is six stylish, luxurious and at the same time characterful accommodation units surrounded by vineyards, forest and olive trees. Personal service, variety and quality with plenty of privacy - that's what the Arua stands for.

©Daniele Paternoster

4. VIGILIUS MOUNTAIN RESORT

39011 Lana, vigilius.it
Points: 91

Designed by renowned star architect Matteo Thun, the Vigilius on the Vigiljoch is Italy's first Klimahaus-A-Hotel, built according to the maxim: "eco, not ego". Wood, lots of glass and flowing transitions between indoors and outdoors characterize the design of the sustainable hotel. One of the highlights: In the infinity pool, you swim toward the forest.

©Florian Andergassen

5. AEON HOTEL - ADULTS ONLY B&B

39054 Ritten, aeon.it
Points: 90

The Aeon is an architectural statement. The honeycomb-shaped building, which houses 15 exclusive rooms and suites as well as a panoramic spa and a bistro, combines modern aesthetics with the traditional hospitality of the Ramoser family. Small, charming and local: the hosts' vision for the future of tourism is "local luxury".

©Hannes Niederkofler

Family hotels

1. SONNWIES DOLOMITES

39040 Luson, sonnwies.com
Points: 95

The hotel's own organic farm, a huge natural playground and a spacious spa offer discerning families everything they need for their time away. This also includes 70 hours of childcare, extra-large family rooms and suites, indoor playrooms and a petting zoo complete with ponies. Top location directly on the slopes and in a hiker's paradise.

©Helmuth Rier

2. QUELLENHOF LUXURY RESORT PASSEIER

39010 St. Martin near Merano, quellenhof.it
Points: 95

If the children are happy, so are the parents. In this regard, there is no need to worry at the Quellenhof. Because here the youngest guests are attentively cared for. Age-appropriate activity and creative programs are just as much a part of it as wellness for the whole family. Especially popular: the Acqua Family Parc with slides, pirate ship and baby pool.

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3. FLINT NATURE FAMILY RESORT

39041 Brenner, flint.info
Points: 95

Great vacation for small guests: The Feuerstein makes it possible. Surrounded by impressive nature, the mountain spa offers relaxation for the adults, while the kids find new friends in the play barn and childcare. From the woodwork launch to the horse farm, from the varied weekly program to the culinary delights: everything is just right here.

©Carmen and Ingo Photography

4. HOTEL WINKLER SPORT & SPA RESORT

39030 St. Lorenzen, winklerhotels.com
Points: 94

Families will find their vacation happiness in this refuge at Kronplatz. The stylish suites are cozy retreats after varied days outdoors, in the children's playroom, swimming, horseback riding and in the fun sports hall including indoor climbing wall. Adults relax in the Adults-Only Spa, and special treatments are offered for kids and teens.

©Florian Andergassen

5. HOTEL PARADIES - FAMILY & SPA

39021 Laces, hotelparadies.com
Points: 92

Nomen est omen: Away from the mundane, the "Paradies" is a retreat for families in need of relaxation. No matter if you bring babies, kids or teens: The host family Pirhofer knows how to meet the wishes of all age groups. A colorful program, lots of time together, but also retreats for the adults guarantee vacation fun.

©Photo Atelier Wolkersdorfer

 

SUSTAINABILITY & INNOVATION

ECO HOTEL SALTUS

39050 Jenesien, hotel-saltus.com
Points: 92

Sustainability that goes one step further - that is the promise behind the Saltus. Environmental considerations were central right from the planning stage, so the choice of larch wood for the façade and lime for the floors and walls was an obvious one. "Architecture must understand the spirit of the place in order to serve it," says architect Andreas Zanier, who is responsible for the hotel's design together with his colleague Heike Pohl. The result of these considerations is a building that sees itself as a framework for nature as a work of art and protects it with many measures: From the 99 percent chemical-free Forest Spa to reduced room rates when arriving by train to the use of renewable energies, adherence to short supply routes and participation in reforestation projects.

©Nectar and Pulse

SKIHOTELS

1. ALPINA DOLOMITES

39040 Alpe di Siusi, alpinadolomites.it
Points: 98

Situated on perhaps the most beautiful, but in any case the largest high plateau in Europe, the luxurious domicile offers a variety of possibilities for an active vacation at any time of the year. In winter, it scores with its ski-in & ski-out location. Relaxation-seekers also have access to an extensive range of wellness facilities. Gourmets appreciate the regional cuisine.

©Andrea Cazzaniga

2. HOTEL GRANBAITA DOLOMITES

39048 Selva di Val Gardena, hotelgranbaita.com
Points: 94

Located in the center of Selva Gardena, the luxurious hotel is the ideal starting point for winter sports fans. For more than 50 years, the hotelier family Puntscher-Perathoner cares for their guests with a lot of heart. Surrounded by the Unesco World Natural Heritage Dolomites, they enjoy relaxing moments in the spa and upscale hospitality in the fine dining restaurant.

©Andreas Senoner Photography

3. HOTEL GARDENA GRÖDNERHOF

39046 Ortisei, gardena.it
Points: 98

Spa Awards, Michelin star, four toques, three forks and many other awards: Guests and critics agree that at the Grödnerhof you have not only found a special starting point for winter and summer sports activities, but you also eat excellent food here. The spa and wellness offer can compete with the best of the best.

©Beatrice Pilotto

4. FALKENSTEINER HOTEL KRONPLATZ

39031 Reischach/Bruneck, falkensteiner.com
Points: 94

The AdultsOnly active hotel from the pen of design star Matteo Thun scores - in addition to its immediate proximity to the Kronplatz valley station - with 7Summit slow food cuisine, 97 light-flooded rooms and suites, a rooftop pool, the Acquapura Mountain Spa and a varied range of activities, including customized ski tours.

©Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz

5. EAGLE SPA RESORT DOLOMITI

39046 Ortisei, adler-resorts.com
Points: 93

Not only the location in the vacation region Val Gardena - always a hotspot for winter sports enthusiasts - makes the hotel extraordinary. Also the spacious, holistic wellness oasis, the family hospitality and the refined cuisine of Leonhard Rainer and his team ensure that guests quickly become enthusiastic regulars.

©Adler Spa Resort Dolomiti

 

HOTELIERS OF THE YEAR 2022

TERESA UNTERTHINER AND STEFAN HINTEREGGER, FORESTIS

39042 Bressanone, forestis.it
Points: 100

The two learned the hotel business from scratch. Teresa Unterthiner and Stefan Hinteregger gained experience in hotels all over the world - and thus gained a new perspective on their South Tyrolean home. Here they fulfilled their long-held dream of owning their own hotel. The couple combined the experiences of their private travels and professional insights and took seven years to develop the FORESTIS concept. This in turn stands for a new kind of
Hotel business: one that allows itself the luxury of doing without the unnecessary and focusing on the essential, nature. The young South Tyroleans renovated Hinteregger's father's existing hotel, designing everything themselves from the chairs to the lamps. It is precisely this passion of the two that you feel as a guest every day anew.

©Forestis

CHALETS

1. PRIVATE LUXURY CHALET PURMONTES

39030 St. Lorenzen, winklerhotels.com
Points: 95

Natural, sustainable, contemporary and at the same time timeless: this is how the luxurious Purmontes chalets present themselves. Guests enjoy a private pool in the suite and access to the private spa with natural bathing pond. Dinner and spa facilities are available at the three nearby Winkler hotels, and breakfast and dinner can be served in the chalet on request.

©Private Luxury Chalet Purmontes

2. HOTEL MONTCHALET

39046 Ortisei, montchalet.it
Points: 94

Built in 2016, the five-star Montchalet is the epitome of the idyllic mountain chalet. Guests enjoy privacy, elegant suites and an excellent restaurant. Relaxing moments are provided by the spa with sauna, pool, steam room, gym and treatments. The interior is a high-quality elegant combination of tradition and modernity.

©Hannes Niederkofler

3. TENNE LODGES

39040 Racines, hotels-ratschings.com
Points: 92

Located directly next to the valley station of the Ratschings-Jaufen hiking and skiing area, the Tenne Lodges with their incomparable feel-good atmosphere await guests. Those who want can cater for themselves in their lodge. Those who fancy South Tyrolean delicacies can enjoy them in the hotel restaurant. Relaxation is provided by a spa with a spectacular infinity pool.

©Redwild Bressanone

4. MI CHALET

39036 Star, michalet.it
Points: 88

The architectural reinterpretation of a typical chalet attracts with seasonal outdoor pool, gym, a garden and a modern kitchen. With only one bedroom, it is ideal as a romantic hideaway in the middle of the Dolomites. On request, the chef and massage professional can come to the chalet, which boasts a particularly stylish interior.

©Ugo&Luca Visciani

5. OBOMILLA FOREST CHALETS

39037 Meransen, obomilla.com.
Points: 82

The three contemporary chalets are located in the ski and alpine region Gitschberg-Jochtal, surrounded by forest and impressive mountain panorama. Light wood and large glass fronts make them light-filled retreats for the whole family. A communal sauna is available for all guests. Bread and eggs are available from the own farm.

©Scherzer Wolfgang

 

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