The Alps are spangled with luxury hotels of every variety: spa and wellness, boutique, design, gourmet, adults-only, and family-friendly. Much of the joy of traveling in the Alps is sampling the wondrous hotel offering.
As a rule, the best hotels in the Alps are located in ski towns and villages. Naturally, prices are at their highest in the winter months (December – March). If you visit in summer and autumn, room rates are typically lower, especially during shoulder season months (June and October).
An extraordinary facet of alpine hospitality is the food. In other parts of the world, hotel restaurants are to be avoided at all costs. In the Alps, many of the best, award-winning restaurants are located inside hotels.
The greatest advantage of on-site half board dining is the ease. You don’t have to waste precious time and energy researching restaurants, making reservations, and navigating to/from external restaurants. When we ski, or hike all day, we rarely want to leave our hotel in the evening. Indeed, our time is better spent in the hotel spa (always complimentary in the German-speaking alpine realm).
Kati and I love contemporary alpine hotels with gourmet restaurants and wellness facilities. If you’re like us, I’m confident that you will love the featured hotels in this guide. If you want to learn more about a specific hotel (# of rooms, amenities, parking situation, etc…), read the corresponding hotel review.

Good to Know
- Half board: breakfast and dinner are included in the room rate.
- Full board: breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the room rate.
- All Inclusive: While half board is quite common, all inclusive hotels like Sensoria Dolomites are rather rare in the Alps.
- Traditionally, in-room kettles and coffee machines are not a common fixture in hotels.
- Beds are typically made with two folded comforters, rather than one large draping comforter. Like most Americans, I thought this was absurd. But, I have since converted.
- There are two main holiday seasons in the Alps: winter (December – March/early April) and summer (June – September/October). Many hotels close in between seasons.
Map: Best Luxury Hotels in the Alps
This is our personal map of best hotels in the Alps. I always consult this map, when planning a trip to the Alps.
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French Alps
Swiss Alps
Bavarian Alps
Austrian Alps
Italian Alps
Slovenian Alps
Nidum Casual Luxury Hotel in the Austrian Alps

Nidum Casual Luxury Hotel redefines alpine elegance with its striking design, sumptuous rooms, and refined cuisine.
Perched on the serene Seefeld Plateau in Mösern (30-minute drive from Innsbruck), this Tyrolean retreat offers uninterrupted views of the Inn Valley and surrounding peaks, fostering a profound sense of exclusivity and tranquility.
Open year-round, Nidum invites guests to unwind in its panoramic spa, comprising an indoor-outdoor pool, a whirlpool, and 4 saunas. Spa treatments are available.
We especially loved the half-board dining experience. The food was superb as was the service.
If you’re looking for a secret getaway in a gorgeous setting in the Austrian Alps, stay here. Check rates and availability.
Insider Tip | One of our favorite hikes in Tyrol starts in the nearby Gaistal Valley and leads to Rotmoosalm, Wangalm, and Wettersteinhütte in the Wetterstein mountains.
More excellent hotels in the Austria | Best Hotels in the Austrian Alps including Seehotel Einwaller in Pertisau, Lake Achensee.
Learn More: Nidum Casual Luxury Hotel Review
Hotel Milla Montis in the Italian Alps

A masterpiece of contemporary alpine design, Hotel Milla Montis is a Michelin Key retreat in the tranquil village of Meransen in South Tyrol, overlooking Val Pusteria and the Dolomites.
Designed by the acclaimed Peter Pichler Architecture Studio, the hotel’s striking façade—an artistic homage to the region’s wooden barns and pitchforks—sets the stage for an experience defined by thoughtful luxury, inspired cuisine, and unspoiled serenity.
With its intimate atmosphere and connection to nature, Hotel Milla Montis is the perfect escape for design-conscious travelers seeking a refined yet restorative stay in the South Tyrolean mountains.
In winter, guests are well-positioned for skiing in the Gitschberg-Jochtal ski area, which is part of the Dolomiti Superski network. In summer and autumn, there are numerous trails that lead into the local Pfunderer Mountains. It’s feasible to explore Val di Funes, the most enchanting valley in the Italian Dolomites, as a day trip.
Learn More: Hotel Milla Montis Review
My Arbor – Plose Wellness Hotel in the Italian Alps

Perched above Bressanone/Brixen in South Tyrol, My Arbor is an adults-only hotel (ages 16+), which offers a distinctive treehouse-inspired stay with sweeping views of the Eisack Valley and Sarntal Alps.
Elevated on stilts, this striking 5-star hotel stands out for its innovative design, exceptional wellness area, gourmet half board dining, polished service, and direct access to the Plose ski and hiking area.
Plose flanks Valle di Eores (Aferer Tal in German) to the north, and thus stands opposite the Odle/Geisler Group of the Dolomites.
Days begin with a lavish breakfast buffet and end with multi-course dinners showcasing South Tyrolean and Mediterranean flavors. The extensive spa facilities, measuring 2,500 m², include multiple saunas, relaxation areas, and pools, all with panoramic alpine views.
This hotel is perfect. If you have the opportunity to stay here, do not hesitate to book. Check rates and availability.
Learn More: My Arbor Hotel Review
Dorfhotel Beludei in the Italian Dolomites

Dorfhotel Beludei, a 4-star superior boutique hotel with 24 rooms in Val Gardena, is a true hidden gem in the Italian Dolomites.
Owned and managed by locals who care about each and every guest who passes through their door, staying at Dorfhotel Beludei feels uniquely special.
Beyond the warm hospitality, guests enjoy spacious suites with fragrant larch flooring, an inviting spa, and an exceptional culinary program—including a generous breakfast buffet, afternoon snack, and a multi-course dinner—all included in the stay.
A standout feature is the complimentary guided hikes, available exclusively to hotel guests. Led by knowledgeable locals, these excursions provide a unique opportunity to explore the Dolomites and gain insight into Ladin culture.
In winter, guests enjoy a free ski shuttle service to the Val Gardena Ski Resort.
Having stayed here twice, we confidently rank Dorfhotel Beludei among the finest hotels in the Alps. Check rates and availability.
More amazing hotels in the Dolomites | Best Hotels in the Dolomites including Casa al Sole in Ortisei, Badia Hill in Badia, Naturhotel Leitlhof in San Candido, Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort in San Vigilio di Marebbe, Hotel de Len in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Camina Suite & Spa in Cortina d’Ampezzo, and Locanda degli Artisti Art Hotel in Canazei,
Learn More: Dorfhotel Beludei Review
Plan Your Trip to the Alps
Road Trip Itineraries:
- Italy: 7-Day Dolomites Road Trip
- Italy: 5-Day Dolomites Road Trip
- Italy: 10-14 Day Dolomites Road Trip
- Germany & Austria: 10-Day Bavarian Alps & Tyrolean Alps Road Trip
- Austria: 2 Week Austria Road Trip
- Austria: 1-Week Austria Road Trip
- Slovenia: 2-Week Slovenia Road Trip
- Slovenia: 5-Day Slovenia Road Trip
Hiking in the Alps:
Skiing in the Alps:

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