Hotel Portavescovo, Arabba
If you're looking for a hotel with easy access to the slopes, the Hotel Portavescovo is perfect. You are close to the village centre and the ski lifts plus, after skiing you can make the most of the small wellness area and a delicious evening meal. With a great location at the foot of the piste, getting onto the Dolomites Ski Area couldn't be easier. The nearest lift is the Burz chairlift, head up here to access some of the lovely slopes around Passo Campolongo, and access to the Alta Badia region. If you are after some more challenging runs, make your way over to the Porta Vescovo area, or for some of the best views in the area, the Marmolada is easily accessible from Arabba. When the snow is good, you can ski back to the hotel's ski room at the end of the day.
Sport Hotel Arabba, Arabba
With its warm hospitality, and its perfect mix of classic alpine décor and modern comforts, you'll instantly feel at home at the Sport Hotel Arabba. With a great location in Arabba, you can easily get on and off the slopes each day and when you return a lovely wellness area awaits. The hotel has a long tradition of welcoming British skiers. The hotel is in a prime location for accessing the Dolomites, with the Burz chairlift just over the road and the Porta Vescovo lift a short walk away. Head up the Porta Vescovo lift for the challenging runs in Arabba, Val d' fassa and the renowned Marmolada glacier. Whichever way you choose to go fantastic skiing is on your doorstep, and when you return, it’s easy to ski back close to the hotel, where you'll have your own heated ski locker to store your equipment. It's also a short walk from the centre of town if you want to explore more of the resort.
Hotel Evaldo, Arabba
Hotel Evaldo is a family-run hotel. It's a popular base with guests wanting to hit the Sellaronda. Set back from the centre of Arabba, you can enjoy the peaceful views of the surrounding Dolomiti mountains while still having convenient access to the slopes. The hotel's about a five-minute walk from the centre of Arabba,a charming village with fantastic access to the ski area and the highest point in the Dolomites- the Marmolada. The lifts are a little further away from the centre, with the Portavescovo lift being the nearest, the hotel runs a daily shuttle service in the mornings and afternoons so getting on and off the slopes couldn't be easier. Arabba benefits from having excellent connections to the 'must do' areas of the Dolomites including the Marmolada glacier, the Sellaronda and the Hidden Valley, be sure to ask the team for their recommendations for a lunch stop.
Hotel Pralong, Selva
Hotel Pralong is a real gem, especially for couples as the hotel does not cater for group bookings. It's located opposite the slopes at the top of Selva with spectacular views over the mountains and forests. The hotel has put a lot of effort into the attention to detail, design and decorations of the hotel. Nature plays a part in all of this, which can be seen throughout the property with candles surrounded by fur cones in the bar area, beautiful, embroidered cushions in the dining room and flowers in reception. The hotel offers a cosy retreat for your Italian ski holiday - each of the rooms are furnished in a Tyrolean style with wood and cosy furnishings, plus they are equipped with everything needed for a comfortable week including internet access and a TV.
Hotel Stella, Selva
With a ski-back location, the Hotel Stella allows guests to make the most of their time in the Dolomites. A warm welcome from staff and great wellness facilities makes the hotel a hidden gem in Selva. With a prime location, the Hotel Stella provides easy access to the Dolomites' renowned ski slopes. Make your way up the Costabella chairlift each day for access to the lovely slopes at the top of the Dantercepies where you have incredible views of the Sassolungo, or head over to the Alta Badia region where you can follow the Sella Ronda ski circuit. At the end of the day, you can virtually ski back to the hotel from the sunny slopes of Plan d'Gralba. The Ciampinoi gondola is just a five-minute walk away, where you'll have access to the sunny slopes of the Val Gardena, and the green Sella Ronda route. The centre of Selva is just 200 metres away, where you can find a selection of sport shops, bakeries, bars and the supermarket.
Hotel Somont, Selva
The family run Hotel Somont benefits from having a great location, snap on your skis and cruise down the short blue run into Selva which gives you access to the wider Dolomites Ski Area, alternatively it is just a 300 metre walk to the centre where you can find a range of shops, bars and cafes. Many of the rooms feature a balcony with a mountain view, so you can enjoy fabulous views of the Sassolungo and the nearby slopes. The charming hotel benefits from having a piste side location, start your day by heading down the short Freina piste down into the center of Selva and take your pick between heading up the Costabella chairlift for access to Alta Badia including Covara & Colfoso, and La Villa and or head up the Ciampinoi gondola for access to Ortisei, Alpe d'Suisi and Val di Fassa.
Hotel Rodella, Selva
The Hotel Rodella's has a stunning location on the outskirts of Selva, with amazing views over the valley and mountains. The family have run the hotel for generations and are extremely welcoming and informative. Set on a hill on the outskirts of Selva, the hotel enjoys a peaceful location with incredible views of the Val Gardena - look out for the Sella massif to the east, the spectacular Sassolungo to the south and the Pic to the north. The centre of town is about a kilometers away but there are plenty of options available to get you there and back. Jump on the hotel's free shuttle to and from the lifts or use the free local bus which runs every half an hour at peak times. If the conditions are good, you can even ski straight to the Santa Cristina lift.
Hotel Pralong, Selva
Hotel Pralong is a real gem, especially for couples as the hotel does not cater for group bookings. It's located opposite the slopes at the top of Selva with spectacular views over the mountains and forests. The hotel has put a lot of effort into the attention to detail, design and decorations of the hotel. Nature plays a part in all of this, which can be seen throughout the property with candles surrounded by fur cones in the bar area, beautiful, embroidered cushions in the dining room and flowers in reception. The hotel offers a cosy retreat for your Italian ski holiday - each of the rooms are furnished in a Tyrolean style with wood and cosy furnishings, plus they are equipped with everything needed for a comfortable week including internet access and a TV.
Hotel Aaritz, Selva
Hotel Aaritz has an unbeatable location right in the centre of Selva directly opposite the Ciampinoi gondola. The hotel offers elegance - a grand staircase leads down to the lounge with a log-burning fireplace and comfy sofas. The rooms are beautifully decorated, and they all come with a balcony and views over the valley or the village. You couldn't ask for a better location. Set on the main high street of Selva, the Ciamponoi gondola station is just opposite the hotel so you can easily get onto the fabulous Dolomiti Ski Area. If you want to ski on the clockwise circuit of the Sella Ronda, the Costabella chairlift is around a five-minute walk which takes you to the Dantercepies run - from here you have access to the lovely red run heading back towards Selva or can drop down into Colfsco and Covara.
Hotel L’Eterlou, Méribel
The Hotel L'Eterlou offers comfortable accommodation, great facilities, excellent cuisine and is located opposite the Hotel La Chaudanne, connected by an underground corridor. After a day of exploring the extensive Three Vallys Ski Area, you'll have plenty of opportunity to recharge and refuel at the wellness area and bar. Experience the tastes of hearty mountain food in L’Eterlou’s mountain restaurant. Featuring a warm, cosy wooden interior, the Grange Restaurant specializes in family cooking, fresh seasonal products and Savoyard specialities. The restaurant offers cuisine to suit all tastes and has a terrace that provides fantastic views of the mountains.