Located in the heart of the oldest town of South Tyrol, Brixen, the 15th-century building of the former "Goldener Adler" underwent a total transformation. Christoph Mayr, son of restaurant owner and hoteliers Maria and Hermann Mayr, and his partner Silvana Messner took over the historic house in the second generation. Nowadays, the Adler Historic Guesthouse is an architectural jewel with a minimalistic design, a magnificent rooftop terrace and superb cuisine.

This medieval building in the heart of the capital Bolzano is almost 700 years old, and the orange facade with its big garden in front is a magical little place. The mix of ancient trees, palm trees, sunbeds, and the terrace feels calming, and there is always a cute crowd — a healthy mix between locals and hotel guests". Just in time for the summer season, the Dissertori family extended their gardens with a with a new beautiful poolside, and it has now quickly become the talk of the town.

Set in an 11th-century farmhouse in Villanders, this private lodge sits at 1,200m and has breathtaking views of the surrounding Dolomiti peaks. Felder’s Land Rover is on standby to ferry you to the nearby sights, including Seiser Alm, Europe’s largest mountain pasture, and the Gardena and Villnöss Valleys. Inside there are cozy bedrooms, a stube for intimate dinners cooked by the private chef, and a smoked oak Finnish sauce for sweating it all out after a day exploring the great outdoors.

One of Europe’s few carbon-neutral hotels, the Leitlhof generates all of its power and heat, as well as has its herd of Angus cattle. Set in the village of San Candido close to the 3 Zinnen Dolomites, this hotel is a gastronomic delight from dawn until dusk: from breakfast served alfresco on the terrace, to marinade (a traditional South Tyrolean late afternoon snack) and a farm-to-fork dinner, paired with local wines.

The first eco-hotel to open in the region. Saltus is nestled on the edge of a forest, perched high in the remote mountain village of San Genesio. Arrive by train and make the most of its Forest Spa, which sits deep in a spruce forest, and its outdoor Sky Pool with its panoramic views of the Dolomites. There are daily yoga and meditation sessions, as well as 800km of hiking trails in the Monzoccolo area.

The Schgaguler Hotel sits in Castelrotto, a pretty village at the foot of the Alpi di Susi. Designed by local architect Peter Pilcher in a sleek, modern Nordic style, it has magnificent views of the Dolomites from each of its vast, peak-like windows. Owner Tobias is on hand to dish out the best tips for the area, while his sister, Sandra, is an expert sommelier who will recommend wine pairings for dinner — and the best small wineries to visit nearby.

Once a small guest house for hikers, today one of the most renowned hotels in South Tyrol's beautiful Val Venosta. The Garberhof underwent significant renovation at the end of 2022 and is a popular destination among winter sports enthusiasts, lovers of holidays dedicated to well-being and every kind of connoisseur.

Ansitz Steinbock is a castle-like building amid a rural idyll dating back to the 15th century. Offering twelve contemporary suites and two exceptional restaurants, the Ansitz Steinbock is located in picturesque Villandro in the very heart of South Tyrol. It is a perfect base to explore some of the best wineries, architecture, and natural beauty of the surrounding area.

A traditional South Tyrolean inn, the Hanswirt is run by three generations of the Laimer family who have owned it since the 16th century. Sitting prettily in Rabland with its recognizable red shutters, this is a dedicated summer hotel with beautiful gardens, a ‘wellness park’, and an award-winning restaurant powered by the family’s own farm and orchard. Artistic and charming Merano is close by, too.

Forestis is in a class of its own when it comes to location. At an altitude of 1,800 meters, it seemingly floats amid the clouds, overlooking snaggle-toothed peaks, including the sensational Geislergruppe massif, while being only a few parallel turns away from Plose mountain’s ski lifts. Every element of the hotel, from the zero-waste kitchen to the extraordinary spa, is fiercely rooted in a sense of place—thanks to Stefan Hinteregger and Teresa Unterthiner, who run run the show.