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Travellers planning a holiday in the Dolomites focused primarily on hiking know that staying close to the trails means spending more time outdoors and less time travelling. On the Seiser Alm and in other mountain destinations across South Tyrol, several high-end hotels combine comfortable facilities and services with easy access to nature.
1. Seiser Alm Plaza: hiking on the plateau
The Seiser Alm Plaza, located in Compatsch, is a convenient base for exploring the Seiser Alm, thanks to its position directly on the plateau. Its location allows guests to enjoy the hiking opportunities of the area without having to travel up from the valley each morning.
The hotel also offers a wellness area where guests can unwind after a day spent outdoors, adding a relaxing element to an otherwise active mountain holiday.
It is worth considering for travellers who want to stay on the Seiser Alm and explore its hiking trails while enjoying the convenience of accommodation in Compatsch.
2. Hotel Sonnalp: discovering the Latemar
The Hotel Sonnalp, in Obereggen, offers direct access to several hiking trails.
The Latemar area features routes through forests and mountain scenery. The hotel’s cuisine is another distinctive feature, having received three toques from Gault&Millau.
It is an alternative for travellers who want to explore a different mountain destination within the Dolomites.
3. Cyprianerhof Dolomit Resort: at the foot of the Catinaccio
The Cyprianerhof Dolomit Resort, in Tires al Catinaccio, is a high-end resort surrounded by the Dolomites.
The hotel also helps guests prepare for their excursions by providing equipment such as backpacks, telescopic trekking poles and hiking maps.
It is particularly suitable for travellers who want to combine mountain hiking with practical support for planning their outdoor activities.
4. Sonnenberg Alpine Spa Resort: nature and wellness in Maranza
The Sonnenberg Alpine Spa Resort, in Maranza, is a hotel featuring a panoramic spa.
The surrounding area offers numerous hiking routes in the Gitschberg Jochtal region, providing opportunities to discover the alpine landscape during the warmer months. The hotel’s facilities make it an option for travellers looking to connect active days outdoors with moments of rest.
5. Hotel Alpenblick: hiking in Sesto
The Hotel Alpenblick, in Sesto, is located in a part of the Dolomites known for its hiking routes and mountain scenery.
The hotel offers four free guided hikes per week, allowing guests to explore the surrounding mountains with expert guidance. Free rental backpacks and trekking poles are also available.
How to choose hotels on the Seiser Alm for a hiking holiday with trails starting right at the door
Before booking any of these hotels, it is worth considering a few practical aspects:
- Trail access: check whether routes start directly at the hotel or require a transfer;
- Trail difficulty: choose routes that match your experience and fitness level;
- Wellness facilities: consider the options available for relaxing after a day of hiking;
- Location: assess access to mountain lifts and local transport connections.
For exploring the Seiser Alm on foot, staying directly on the plateau is particularly convenient. Other destinations offer the opportunity to discover different hiking areas across the Dolomites.
