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With direct flights from London and a flurry of new boutique hotel openings, this gourmet ski region has never been cooler.
25 February, 2022
Unsurprisingly, Italians know how to do ski holidays in style. "Dress to impress" is the rule of thumb in the Dolomites, with locals thinking nothing of carving down a black run in a fur-trimmed ski suit and designer sunglasses. What's more, no one overdoes the skiing: think leisurely breakfasts, long slopeside lunches, accompanied by a few glasses of South Tyrolean wine, before some sunny afternoon descents, all rounded off with a lavish Michelin-starred dinner. It's paradise for the fair-weather winter sports fan, with wide, gentle pistes and plenty to do in the villages. Dolomiti Superski is the largest ski area in the world, offering 1,200km of perfectly bashed snow. Hit the pistes early or ski over lunch, and you'll find them blissfully deserted.
Until recently, the region has been largely out of reach for all but the most intrepid of UK travellers, with the closest airport, in Venice, being a three-hour drive away. With the launch of a direct flight from Gatwick to Bolzano with Sky Alps this season, however, the untouched snowy terrain and gourmet credentials we've long dreamed about are suddenly within tantalising reach.
Luckily, there's a flurry of new boutique hotels and wellness offerings joining the time-honoured rifugios and family farm stays. Read on for our pick of the best.
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A relative newcomer in the Dolomites, Forestis is all steaming infinity pools and minimalist luxe - a welcome break from too many log fires and reindeer-hide rugs. Set on the south-facing slope of the Plose mountain, the independent hotel is surrounded by dense forest, with all 62 bedrooms offering panoramic views of the Dolomite massif. The Plose is home to some of the world's purest spring waters - a fact the Forestis founders have cleverly worked into every element of their wellness programme. In keeping with the pristine mountain air and unspoilt surroundings, the property is a CO2-neutral construction, with a commitment to using 100 per cent renewably sourced energy. Aside from some of the most picturesque skiing in the Dolomites, you've got toboggan runs, winter hiking trails for non-skiers and mountain tour routes on your doorstep.
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