Sorry for others but the mountains and the mountain views The Dolomites they really have no equal in the world. UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the peculiar profile of the mountains and the pink color of the granite, the Dolomites are absolutely unique. If you add to this state-of-the-art sports facilities, top-notch hospitality and 3-star gastronomy.. there really is none for anyone!
What could be more beautiful, after a tiring day on skis, snowboard or snowshoes, than a sauna, a massage, or a dip in an outdoor swimming pool with heated water and a super view of the mountains? The tradition of spas and wellness centers in the Dolomites is well rooted (just think of the Merano thermal baths inaugurated in 1874 by Princess Sissi) and the hotels with Spa and wellness center in these areas are in fact of the highest level. Super romantic hotels surrounded by nature and overlooking the mountains where you can indulge in relaxation and luxury for a weekend or a holiday of true principles. The choice is very wide but here you will find my very personal one selection of the 10 most beautiful and romantic hotels with Spa in the Dolomites.
10 beautiful hotels with Spa in the Dolomites for a romantic weekend
1.Forest Dolomites (Bressanone)
I begin this review on the most beautiful hotels with Spa in the Dolomites with a newly renovated hotel that is located in Plancios, 20 km from Bressanone. The Forestis Dolomites it is located at 1800 meters above sea level, right on the slopes, and its architecture is inspired by natural elements (water, air and sun). Magnificent the Suite Penthouse di 200 m² with bedroom, living room with fireplace and terrace on one floor and private swimming pool with deck chairs, fir wood sauna with views of the Dolomites and shower upstairs. The Forestis is a hotel adults-only it also features an outdoor hot tub, bio herbal sauna, steam room, excellent bar and restaurant.
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2.Miramonti Boutique Hotel (Avelengo - Merano)
I already told you about this magnificent hotel in mine article about Merano and I could not not include it here too. The Miramonti is a beautiful boutique hotel impeccably managed by the owners (Carmen and Klaus) with a very high level of personalized service. The exterior architecture is typical alpine, while inside you will be amazed by the modern design that uses all natural materials such as wood and glass. The hotel is located at 1230 meters, immersed in 30 hectares of forest and with a spectacular view over the Val d'Adige, the Vigilio pass and the Dolomites. In the wellness area they certainly stand out the infinity pool of boiling water and the sauna in the woods. The restaurant that follows the slow food creed is also excellent. I am literally crazy!
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3.Alpina Dolomites (Alpe di Siusi)
THEAlpina Dolomites It is in the fairy-tale plateau of the Alpe di Siusi, surrounded by a natural scenery of rare beauty and the spectacular panorama of the Dolomites. It is a 5-star retreat designed with a carefully ecological spirit and harmoniously integrated into the surrounding environment. It is the perfect location for those who love sports and outdoor activities but do not disdain relaxation surrounded by nature. In fact, the Alpina Dolomites offers a wide choice of spa and wellness proposals, largely inspired by nature, with a series of saunas and relaxation areas, a gym and a beauty farm. The refined cuisine is also excellent Mountain Restaurant & Stuben which mainly uses local and regional products.
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4.Alpin Panorama Hubertus (Valdaora- Brunico)
The Brunico area, with Plan de Corones and Valdaora, is another of my favorites in the Dolomites. I spent many white weeks there and it is truly magnificent, both for the slopes and for the views and facilities. Therefore, among the 10 most beautiful hotels with Spa in the Dolomites, I could not fail to include theAlpine Panorama Hubertus that thanks to spettacolare Sky pool outdoor has become one of the most instagrammed hotels in the Dolomites. The Hubertus Hotel in fact boasts 6 swimming pools (both indoor and outdoor) including this magnificent infinity pool of 25 meters suspended between heaven and earth, with a part of the glass bottom, heated all year round to 32 °, and a view spectacular in the mountains.
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5.Relais & Chateaux Hotel Castel Fragsburg (Merano)
Now let's go back to Merano to tell you about one of the most romantic hotels in the Dolomites, the Fragsburg Castle, which occupies an elegant hunting lodge that dates back to 1600. It is the smallest 5-star hotel in South Tyrol, however, immersed in a private park of 10000 square meters. It is a real golden refuge with a magnificent panoramic terrace and a very particular wellness center, an Alchemical Spa as they like to define themselves, which draws its inspiration from the ancient knowledge of medicinal medicine as well as from the alchemical doctrine. The therapeutic preparations that are used in the Spa Castellum Natura they are in fact made at the moment with elements collected manually directly from the South Tyrolean flora. Castel Fragsburg also offers verandas and terraces with panoramic mountain views and a gourmet restaurant.
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6.Vigilius Mountain Resort (Lana)
Among the most beautiful hotels with Spa in the Dolomites, the progenitor of the eco luxury resort designed by the architect Matteo Thun (who has designed several of the finest hotels in these areas), the Vigilius Mountain Resort. Wood and glass are the constructive elements of this first A-class CasaClima hotel in Italy, a low environmental impact resort located at an altitude of 1.500 meters and reachable only by cable car. This magnificent 5-star hotel fits into the landscape in a completely natural way and the water that flows in every pipe of the structure is very pure, coming directly from the source of the Bärenbad on Monte San Vigilio. The hotel has a spa and 2 restaurants: the 1500 restaurant, inspired by the shape of a barn, and the Stube Ida in centuries-old wood.
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7.Hotel Chalet Mirabell (Avelengo)
Also in the surroundings of Merano there is also the Chalet mirabell, a beautiful 5-star Spa hotel, with a 10.000 m² garden and a very large wellness center divided between adults-only e family Spa. In the Premium Spa for adults you will find various saunas, an outdoor infinity pool and panoramic rooms of silence, while in the Family Spa, families can instead explore the aquatic world with an indoor / outdoor pool, a panoramic indoor pool and a kids & baby pool. Among the elegant rooms and luxury suites there are also some very romantic ones themed rooms for couples, such as the Mountain Love chalet suite for example, with a relaxing swing for two on the terrace and the designer bathtub in the open bathroom; all the windows in the rooms offer a wonderful view of the mountains.
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8.Hotel Seehof Nature Retreat (Bressanone)
Open a few years ago, the Seehof Nature Retreat it is a gem among the hotels with Spa in the Dolomites. It is located at 900 meters above sea level, in Naz Sciaves a few kilometers from Bressanone, in the heart of the Isarco Valley. The location of the hotel is enchanting to say the least it develops around a lake (swimming) surrounded by Scots pine and apple trees. All rooms / suites overlook the lake or the garden: nature and design are in perfect balance here. The Seehof has a 10.000 m² garden, a heated outdoor swimming pool, a bio sauna, a restaurant with seasonal ingredients and a library with over 200 volumes.
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9.Adler Lodge Ritten (Soprabolzano)
THEAdler Lodge Ritten it is less than 20 km from Bolzano and is the ideal destination for all those who want casual luxury, freedom and contact with nature. Surrounded by the magic of the Dolomites, the Adler consists of 20 wooden chalets black and glass that fit perfectly into the landscape, at the edge of the forest, around the central body or the pond. To these are added 20 Junior Suites, housed in two side wings, always with spectacular views. Magnificent the panoramic heated infinity pool, as well as the wellness center characterized by the aromas of the forest and the purest water of the Dolomites. In the evening, the glass facades of the panoramic restaurant invite you to get lost in the starry sky, what more could you ask for?
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10.San Luis Retreat Hotel Lodge & Spa (Avelengo)
To close this review of the most beautiful and romantic hotels with Spa in the Dolomites, one of the most chic structures in the area, the San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodge in Avelengo. The San Luis is a magnificent property with 42 between tree houses and chalets located around a lake and surrounded by an alpine forest of 40 hectares. Here nothing is left to chance, there is an obsessive attention to detail to meet every customer need. The wellness center includes a large indoor pool where you can swim next to the lit fireplace, an outdoor heated pool, one with whirlpool in the middle of the lake, sauna and steam bath and bright relaxation rooms. If you are looking for a unique location for a special occasion this is definitely the right one!
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