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After sea boat destinations here is our list of resorts surrounded by nature, with scenic views of the Alps, where you can make peace with yourself, find dreamy spas with unique treatments or sleep under the stars. And there’s even an Eden for kids.
Austria. The Stanglwirt Bio Hotel (and its pool).
Just a stone’s throw from Kitzbühel, the Stanglwirt is an extraordinary place for its uniqueness, so much so that it was included, Austria’s first and only hotel, in Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List of the 140 best hotels in the world. In the more than 12,000 square meters dedicated to wellness, which include Europe’s largest private saltwater pool, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and an exclusive Detox Lounge where stabilized natural lichen walls bestow psychological and physical well-being, the Green Herbal SPA is a treasure chest of pleasure. Where it’s hard to choose between treatments based on local plants, some of which are grown at the resort, and the medical wellness treatments, so beloved by Hollywood stars, signed by beauty guru Barbara Sturm. The Kardashians and Ellen Pompeo are admirers of Hollywood Secrets, based on molecular cosmetics that can activate the enzyme of immortality and make skin young, firm and healthy. 90 minutes of pure pleasure with long-lasting results.
South Tyrol. Villa Eden, a spa retreat in Merano.
A place of peace and well-being where you can regenerate and rediscover the pleasure of being in your own skin. Villa Eden Leading Park Retreat in Merano, part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the first hotel in Europe classified as a Covid Safe Hotel, is also and above all a Spa Retreat and one of the best longevity centers in Europe. And it is thanks to the Medical Spa’s team of specialists that it is now possible to choose, among the many proposals, the Covid Immunoplus program, which aims to strengthen the immune system with Oxygen Ozone therapies, vitamin C drips, as well as IV Energy therapies, i.e., intravenous injections of a customized multivitamin complex.
South Tyrol. Adler Lodge Ritten, the lodge in the woods.
A retreat in the enchantment of the Ritten, a mountain vacation classic among fragrant trees, forest spas and lakeside chalets, where nature sets the pace. The Adler Lodge Ritten is built entirely of green construction, with mostly local natural materials, becoming itself part of the landscape. A relaxing place, perfect as an escape from it all, where the suites and chalets, equipped with biosauna, fireplace and large windows open to the peaks of the Dolomites and the natural pond, blend into nature. An interior that speaks of African and Native American Art, Alpine-style touches, classic furnishings and local craftsmanship, an eclectic and unique style that you will fall in love with.
Trentino. Lefay Dolomites, a mountain-view spa suite.
Twin to the Lefay Resort & Spa Lago di Garda, the Lefay Dolomites in Pinzolo is where nature, luxury and unspoiled beauty coexist harmoniously. Among the various suites made with natural fabrics, oak, chestnut wood, and local stone, the SPA Suites are the ultimate in privacy thanks to an entire private spa area with whirlpool tub, shower, and sauna. And the Royal Pool & Spa Suite also features a heated infinity. A temple of wellness where you can rejuvenate your senses and soul with a Spa spread over four levels, here Signature treatments include energetic facial and body aesthetic rituals and especially the Scents of the Forest, a sensory journey in which the scents of forest, evergreen essences and alpine flowers are released.
South Tyrol. At the Forestis Dolomites with eyes on the starry sky
Opened just a few days ago, the Forestis Dolomites part of Small Luxury Hotels of the world, is a place of peace and harmony surrounded by the scent of the forest and is already a summer 2020 highlight. Surrounded by dense coniferous forests, at an altitude of 1,800 meters above sea level, the luxury retreat, all in the name of natural and precious materials such as stone, glass, soft fabrics and wood, also has spectacular views of the Dolomites. Of the 62 suites, some are located in the three wooden towers.
