hotel
Le Massif
Courmayeur, Italy
On the slopes of Mont Blanc, Le Massif Courmayeur is the latest modish hotel in Italy's Aosta valley. Each room combines the sleek tones typical of an alpine chalet - think snow whites, dove greys and natural wood on the walls - with a Brunello Cucinelli aesthetic. Cashmere blankets draped haphazardly over the beds, plush pillows and massive mirrors make for a seductively cosy stay. Alternatively, the hotel also owns a chalet on the slopes, La Loge du Massif, so you can stop for a midday break by the fire or some après-ski aperitivo. You can forget heavy rösti while you're here - La Loge's restaurants offer mountain fare with an Italian twist, so substitute schnitzel and hot chocolate for caprese and Aperol.