In Italy we can find among the most beautiful mountains in the world, and nothing can give greater satisfaction in the winter season than to choose a splendid resort in which to reconcile one’s desire to ski with the need to relax and enjoy the silence of the mountains. Let’s look at the 15 best ski resorts in Italy.

Josef Mountain Resort

Falzebener Straße 225, 39010 Avelengo.

At Josef Mountain Resort, from € 340, there are many services: parking on the property, fitness center, swimming pool, babysitting, bicycle rental and restaurant. All rooms, rated by guests as spacious and comfortable, have room service, mountain views and large, beautiful terraces.

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Superior double room at the Josef Mountain Resort

Superior double room at the Josef Mountain Resort

Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort

Valiaresstr. 44, 39030 Marebbe.

The Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort, with rooms from € 191, offers access to ski slopes in winter and nature parks in summer. The services are excellent, from the 64 rooms in fine natural materials, to the panoramic restaurant, to the wellness areas. Another gem is the Dolomites Lodge: a design facility nestled in the Dolomites.

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Relaxation room with a view of the Dolomites at the Hotel Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort

Relaxation room with a view of the Dolomites at the Hotel Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort

Romantik Hotel Cappella

Via Pecei 17, 39033 Corvara in Badia.

This hotel surrounded by greenery, with rooms from € 150, offers direct access to the ski slopes, with the option, once the day is over, to relax in the wellness center, with saunas, massages and heated pools. The hotel is furnished with design objects by Matteo Thun.

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Outdoor swimming pool at the Hotel Romantik Cappella

Outdoor swimming pool at the Hotel Romantik Cappella

Romantik Hotel Santer

Via Alemagna 4, 39034 Toblach.

This Trentino-South Tyrol hotel, with rooms from €106, stands out for its private parking, concierge attention and comfortable rooms. Here you can enjoy the lounge bar service, restaurant, spa and swimming pools, as well as ski equipment.

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Bar and bistro at the Romantik Hotel Santer

Bar and bistro at the Romantik Hotel Santer

Romantik Hotel Post Cavallino Bianco

Via Duca Tassilo 1, 39038 San Candido.

Just 200 m from this splendid € 150 hotel, a gondola connects skiers to the Carezza ski area. But that’s not all: the hotel has a private riding stables, which allows riding along the mountain slopes. As for additional facilities, you will find swimming pools, fitness center, and spa.

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Imperial Suite at the Hotel Post Cavallino Bianco

Imperial Suite at the Hotel Post Cavallino Bianco

Forestis Dolomites

Palmschoß 292, 39042 Funes.

The Forestis Dolomites Hotel-with prices from €450-presents an incredible location: a diamond set in the mountains, with enviable panoramic balconies. The services offered are excellent: pools of all kinds, whirlpools, yoga, fitness classes, sauna, spa, personal trainers, ski school, spa, and direct access to the ski slopes.

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Tower Suite at the Hotel Forestis Dolomitas

Tower Suite at the Hotel Forestis Dolomitas

Grand Hotel Paradiso

Case Sparse 51, 25056 Ponte di Legno.

Grand Hotel Paradiso, from €300, boasts mountain views, a pool to relax in, and room service. Located on the Tonale Pass, this hotel offers spacious rooms with balconies and comfortable beds. Access to the slopes is direct, and in order to relax your muscles, you can rely on the experienced staff at the wellness center.

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Room with double bed at the Gran Hotel Paradiso

Room with double bed at the Gran Hotel Paradiso

Principi di Piemonte Hotel

Via Sauze 3b, 10058 Sestriere.

Hotel built in 1930, in constant renovation, to date offers its guests -from € 100- the opportunity to fully experience the mountains, thanks to its strategic location in the Vialattea area. You are allowed to ski into the hotel, but also to use the spa, take a dip in the pool and enjoy Piedmontese cuisine.

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Lounge Bar at the Hotel Principi di Piemonte

Lounge Bar at the Hotel Principi di Piemonte

Hotel Residence 3 Gentlemen

Via Vedig 17, 23030 Santa Caterina Valfurva.

Priced from €45, the hotel features soundproof rooms with comfortable beds, large terraces, kitchenettes and minibars. It offers a direct connection to the ski slopes as well as a beautiful sun terrace. A dip in the wonderful pool or a massage in the spa is a must. Hiking enthusiasts can make use of mountain guides.
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Hotel Residence 3 Gentlemen

Hotel Residence 3 Gentlemen

TH Pila

Frazione Pila 76, 11020 Gressan.

The TH Pila hotel in Aosta Valley, with rooms from €80, offers a terrace overlooking Mont Blanc. Your vacation will be ski inclusive: ski rental with direct connection to the slopes, mountain hiking, babysitting service, ski instructors, swimming pool with a view, spa and sun terrace. Added to this is the excellent restaurant, which is highly appreciated by customers.

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TH Pila Hotel Restaurant and Bar

TH Pila Hotel Restaurant and Bar

Tiffany’s Hotel

Via Roma 48, 67037 Roccaraso.

Tiffany’s Hotel, with prices from €40, is located in Abruzzo. Located just a few kilometers from the ski slopes, it allows for a unique skiing experience. Its location is spectacular: between the limestone mountains of Majella National Park and Abruzzo National Park. Services are among the most varied: hearty breakfast, ski rental and heated storage.

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Tiffany's Hotel

Tiffany’s Hotel

Capricorn

Case Sparse 21, 10050 Sauze d’Oulx.

The family-run Il Capricorno hotel in Piedmont, from € 110, has attention to detail. In fact, the service was positively evaluated by users, who found the kindness of the staff and the possibility of direct access to the slopes to be an added value.

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Room with double bed at Hotel Il capricorno

Room with double bed at Hotel Il capricorno

Hotel The Stag

72 Preisnig Street, 33018 Tarvisio.

This hotel, with rooms from €185, stands on the border between Slovenia and Austria. Near the hotel are the snowpark and the Alpeadria Cycle Route. The services offered, which are highly appreciated by customers, are many: heated swimming pool, spa, direct access to the slopes, sauna, and spacious and cozy rooms. The hotel restaurant was then reported to be excellent.

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Superior Suite at the Hotel Il Cervo

Superior Suite at the Hotel Il Cervo

Eagle’s Nest Hotel

Fonte Cerreto Locality, 67100 Assergi.

Priced from €120, the hotel is connected to the ski slopes and offers 24-hour concierge service and room service. Parking is included in the price and is at the facility. In addition, bicycle rental service and excursion organization are offered. Additional facilities available include a sun terrace and a restaurant for assured relaxation.

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Eagle's Nest Hotel

Eagle’s Nest Hotel

Sapienza Shelter

Sapienza Refuge, 95030 Nicolosi

In Sicily, at the closest point to Etna at which to leave cars, is Rifugio Sapienza, with prices from €45. It probably lacks the many amenities typical of a resort, while providing excellent service, but the rooms are clean and spacious, the beds are comfortable, and the views are unparalleled, with direct access to the ski slopes. The reception and restaurant, which offers lunch, dinner, and breakfast, are appreciated.

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Hotel Rifugio Sapienza

Hotel Rifugio Sapienza