There’s history here, where this unique and near perfect hotel has been in the Pizzinini family for over 70 years. And in this beautiful Unesco Heritage site of the Dolomites, lies a tiny village called San Cassiano, in Alta Badia, where the Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa with its 52 rooms and suites, including a penthouse, takes pride of place.

There is also a private residence, Chalet Zeno, which is contemporary in style and sleeps up to eight guests. It has a large living area, fireplace, a private garden and an outdoor Finnish sauna and jacuzzi. And if shopping’s your thing, the little hotel shop, Novum, has some delightful locally made gifts, including beautiful Venetian tumblers.

The hotel features a beautiful spa with bio products; a sauna and hammam; a child friendly pool with a hot tub and play area; a well-equipped Technogym gymnasium; a snooker room; a library; and a private cinema. Even better, there are four restaurants frequented by guests and locals alike.

If you are looking for a K2 in Courchevel experience, forget it; this is not what this hotel is about. It’s a charming South Tyrolean property, very Alpine in feel, brilliant for couples as well as families. Here, you’ll find a cosy, family atmosphere, great food, incredible service and wonderful staff who are happy to meet your every need. Plus, there’s as much to do around here in the summer, as there is in winter. Obviously, skiing in winter is the main attraction, the area being extensive, good for both beginners and advanced skiers, with access to skiing the circular ski route of the Sella Ronda which take you through Val Gardena, leading around the mighty Sella massif and offering 26 km of downhill trails in a single day. In the summer you can mountain bike that route, as well as paraglide, ride, raft, hike with experienced mountain guides, and play golf at a course 1700m above sea level. After all that, you’ll be glad there’s regular Hatha yoga and pilates classes, offered in-house.