Setting the Scene 

In Northern Italy’s South Tyrol, surrounded by Dolomite peaks and vineyard-lined valleys, the Dolce Vita hotels sit around Merano in Lana and Naturno. Guests choose a “home base,” then tap hotel-hopping perks across the collection—rooftop Sky Spas, panoramic pools, and alpine-to-Mediterranean dining—while waking to breathtaking mountain views and miles of trails right on the doorstep.

Who’s Checking In? 

Wellness seekers, active families, couples, and solo travelers who want mountain serenity paired with holistic hospitality. Guests value the hotel-hopping model that allows variety in spa, dining, and activities. 

Group Highlights 

• Hotel-Hopping Access: Cross-use pools, saunas, Sky Spas, and daily programming across the hotels.
• Sky-High Wellness: Signature Sky Spas with mountain panoramas and hydrothermal circuits (5 Sky Spas, 41 indoor or outdoor pools, 35 saunas across the collection).
• Family-Run Hospitality: Independent, owner-led properties near the Dolomites.
• Active Playground: Direct access to valley cycle paths, lift-served hikes, and scenic passes.
• Culinary Range: Regional South Tyrolean flavors to gourmet tasting menus across the collection.

Destination Snapshot 

• Alpine landscapes: Vineyards, orchards, forested valleys, and Dolomite peaks.
• Mild climate: Pleasant temperatures from spring to autumn without extreme summer heat.
• Outdoor adventure: Waymarked trails, cycling routes, and panoramic cable cars.
• Culture & wellness: Castles, museums, and a strong thermal/spa tradition.
• Food & wine: Alpine-meets-Mediterranean flavors, local wines, and farm produce.

Top 5 Experiences 

1. Dolomites Day Hike: Cable-car up for ridge walks and wide-angle peaks.
2. E-Bike the Adige Valley: Gentle riverside cycling between villages and vineyards.
3. Sky Spa Circuit Day: Rotate through saunas, pools, and relax zones across participating hotels.
4. South Tyrol Wine Tasting: Cellars featuring local varieties (Lagrein, Gewürztraminer).
5. Castles & Gardens: Tirol Castle + Trauttmansdorff for culture with mountain views.

Top 5 Places to Visit 

1. Texel Gorge & Dolomites: Striking alpine landscapes.
2. Merano: Historic center with gardens, shops, and thermal baths.
3. Naturno & Laces: Villages with orchards, castles, and markets.
4. Lake Resia (Reschensee): Iconic submerged bell tower and lakeside paths.
5. Stelvio Pass: One of Europe’s highest mountain roads with dramatic viewpoints.

How to Get There 

• Closest Airports: Bolzano (45 min); Verona (2 hrs); Venice, Munich or Innsbruck (3 hrs)
• Closest Train Stations: Naturno or Merano