Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort

San Vigilio, Kronplatz, Dolomites / Italy / Italy Ski

The Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort delivers on the two most important aspects needed from a skiing lodge: a prime location for getting to the slopes, and being a snug hideaway from the cold once the day’s mountain conquering is through. Sitting on the slopes of the Kronplatz Mountain and the Sellaronda ski circuit, this charming hotel is home to 65 elegant rooms with views looking out across the Dolomites and a host of leisure and spa facilities.

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What to love

With the gondola lift leading up to some of the best ski resorts on Kronplatz Mountain and the famous Sellaronda ski circuit located right on Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort’s doorstep – or at the cellar ski depot door, to be precise – there are no concerns about long walks to the slopes in your skiing equipment.
While the rooms at the Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort may vary in design, they all share a sense of modern elegance, created using natural materials and plush furnishings. Each room has its own private balcony, to get the most of those Dolomite and Alpine views.

What to know

There are a number of tutor-led fitness programmes available for guests to book on to, including special back fitness, stretching, pilates, yoga and tabata-hiit.
In addition to double rooms, the hotel also offers larger suites, which occupy two levels, feature a large living room, two double rooms, two bathrooms and are ideal for large groups or families.
The hotel’s kitchen serves a menu that mixes the essence of traditional Ladin and South Tyrolean cookery with Mediterranean cuisine.

Description

There’s nothing more essential when you’re out taking on the slopes day-in, day-out than a good evening’s rest once you retire from the cold for the day. And the Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort provides the perfect respite from tackling the mighty Dolomites.

With the majority of its interiors crafted using natural materials, the resort combines a traditional ski-lodge atmosphere with a crisp modernity. Each room has a unique design, complemented by the captivating mountainous scenery beyond your private balcony. In addition to modern furnishings and a plush double bedspread, each room is fitted with a luxury bathroom, while larger suites also include a spacious living area and extra room and bathroom, spread across two floors. Some rooms/suites even come with private sauna and Jacuzzi Whirlpool!

The Dolomites Lodge, built in 2019 to house 16 rooms and suites which comprise of the 'Living Dreams' concept, is connected underground with the other areas of the resort. The highlight of this new modern addition to the resort is the Adults Only Sky Spa with its Dolomites Panorama Infinity Pool on the roof of the Dolomites Lodge. as well as the new relaxation area with spacious panorama sauna, forest infrared sauna, indoor relax room, spa lounge, outdoor relax lounge with romantic fireplace and Fanes sun terrace - exclusively for adults.

When you’re not relaxing in your room, the hotel has plenty of communal spaces to unwind and get to know some of the other guests staying. Whether you decide on an after-dinner drink in the stylish bar, snuggle up in the fireplace room, socialise in the traditional cigar room or catch some winter sun on the wooden sun terrace, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. There is also the resort’s impressive dining room, surrounded by more spectacular scenery, and providing a menu that infuses Mediterranean cooking with local flavours.

In addition to its fantastic ski links – the gondola lift leading up to the Kronplatz Mountain and the renowned Sellaronda ski circuit is located just a stone’s throw from the resort – the resort also has its own gym suite, spa resort and organises a number of fitness classes. So plenty to keep eager guests occupied when not on the slopes.

When to Travel

The Excelsior is open year round. However the winter ski season generally runs from mid December to early April. From early June to late October guests can enjoy a summer break in the mountains. The mountain flowers usually start to bloom in late June. The resort also partners with the Mountain Bike Holidays group offering a perfect bike service daily mountain bike tours.

Location

The Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort is located at an altitude of 1,200m on the quiet fringes of San Vigilio di Marebbe in the Badia Valley, just five minutes walk from the village centre. Surrounded by Fanes-Sennes-Braies Nature Park in the South Tyrol Dolomites, the region has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Excelsior boasts skiing virtually to and from the doorstep on the Kronplatz, which connects by bus to Alta Badia and the superb Sellaronda ski area. In summer the area is a renown haven for mountain bikers offering trails to suit all levels. Hikers will also be spoilt for choice with a myriad of trails to choose from. Private or shared transfers take approx.1 hour 50 minutes from Innsbruck Airport or approx. 1 hour 45 minutes from Bolzano airport.

Great For

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Facilities

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The 65 spacious rooms at the Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort are elegant and modern in style enhanced with natural materials that are in-keeping with the South Tyrolean region. Added to that the rooms boast wonderful views of the Dolomites.

All rooms feature a balcony or terrace and are equipped with a make-up mirror, hairdryer, telephone, LED satellite TV, safe, minibar, free Wi-Fi. Cosy bathrobes, pool towels, slippers and backpack that guests are welcome to borrow.

RESTYLED 2021 Fanes room

Double room in alpine style with 22 - 25 m² (also for single use), natural wood furnishing and floor. Cosy sitting area, king-size double bed, working table, bathroom with shower, WC and bidet. The Fanes room can sleep up to two people.

RESTYLED 2021 Fanes Family room

Family room in alpine style with 39 m², natural wood furnishing and floor. Cosy sitting area, double room with king-size double bed and separate single room, working table, two bathrooms with shower, WC and bidet, washstand. The Fanes family room can sleep up to four people.

RESTYLED 2021 Pares room

Alpine style bedroom with 33 m², natural wood furnishing and floor. Cosy couch corner, king-size double bed, working table, bathroom with shower, WC and bidet, washstand. The Pares room can accommodate up to four people.

Lavarella Giardino

Deluxe double room in alpine style with 40 m², natural wood furnishing and floor. Chaise longue, stove, king-size double bed, working table, bathroom with tub and shower or combined bath tub/shower, WC and bidet, single washbasin or double washbasin in marble. The Lavarella Giaridno room can accommodate up to four people.

RESTYLED 2021 Lavarella De Luxe room

Deluxe double room in alpine style with 37 m², natural wood furnishing and floor. Chaise longue, partly with separée, king-size double bed, working table, bathroom with shower or combined bath tub/shower, WC and bidet, single washbasin or double washbasin in marble. The Lavarella De Luxe room can accommodate up to four people.

Precious stones room

Deluxe Crystal, Rubin, Acquamarin or Smaragd bedroom on 30 - 37 m² with natural wood floor. Cosy couch corner, king-size double bed, working table, bathroom with bathtub or shower in precious stone design, some with separate WC and bidet. The Precious stones room can accommodate up to four people.

RESTYLED 2021 Suite Fodara

Maisonette on 2 floors in alpine style with 55 m², natural wood furnishings and flooring.
Variant 1: wardrobe, living/bedroom with king-size double bed and comfortable couch corner, working table, bathroom with shower, WC and bidet, double washbasin in marble, make-up mirror. Balcony with panoramic view. Upper floor: bedroom with two single beds.
Variant 2: Wardrobe, living room with comfortable couch corner, working table, bathroom with combined shower/bath, WC and bidet, marble washbasin, make-up mirror, bidet, hairdryer. Balcony with panoramic view. Upper floor: Living/bedroom with king-size double bed and comfortable couch corner, second bathroom with shower, WC and bidet, marble washbasin.
The Fodara Suite can accommodate up to four people.

Suite Conturines

Family suite on 2 floors in alpine style with 75 m², natural wood furnishings and floor. Lower floor: Wardrobe, living room and double room with king-size bed, stove, comfortable couch corner, working table, bathroom with shower, WC and bidet, marble washbasin, make-up mirror, balcony with panoramic view. Upper floor: double room with king-size double bed, working table, bathroom with bathtub, WC and bidet, marble washbasin, make-up mirror. The Conturines Suite can accommodate up to six people

Dolomites Lodge Premium

Elegant living-bedroom deluxe in chalet style with 39 m² and 20 m² loggia, natural wood furnishing and floor. First sleeping area with king-size double bed, second sleeping area with bunk bed, working table, living-bathroom with wardrobe, spacious relaxing shower, separate WC and bidet, double marble washbasin, lady make-up desk. Minibar with Nespresso and tea corner. Covered loggia to the south side with panoramic view of the Dolomites. No pets allowed.

Dolomites Lodge

Elegant living-bedroom de luxe in chalet style with 37 m² and 7 m² balcony, natural wood furnishing and floor. King-size double bed, chaise longue, working table, living-bathroom with wardrobe, spacious relaxing shower, separate WC and bidet, double washbasin in marble, lady make-up desk. Minibar with Nespresso and tea corner. Covered east balcony with panoramic view of the Dolomites. No pets allowed.

Forest Love

Living-bedroom deluxe in chalet style with 40 m² and 10 m² balcony, natural wood furnishing and floor. King-size double bed, chaise longue or swing chair, working table, living-bathroom with wardrobe and spacious relaxing shower, separate WC and bidet, double washbasin in marble, lady make-up desk. Minibar with Nespresso and tea corner Covered balcony on the west side with afternoon sun and private combined Finnish and infrared sauna. No pets allowed.

Forest Suite

Corner family suite in chalet style with 70 m² and 20 m² balcony, natural wood furnishing and floor. Living room with chaise longue, working table, bedroom with king-size double bed, separate children's room with bunk bed, first bathroom with spacious relaxing shower, WC and bidet separated, double washbasin in marble, lady make-up desk, second bathroom with bathtub, washbasin in marble and WC. Minibar with Nespresso and tea corner. Covered balcony with private combined Finnish and infrared sauna. No pets allowed.

Dolomites Star Suite

Premium suite in chalet style with 80 m² and 20 m² loggia, natural wood furnishing and floor. Bedroom with king-size double bed, second bedroom with bunk bed, separate living room with chaise longue, working table, wardrobe, elegant bathroom with relaxing shower, private combined Finnish and infrared sauna, separate WC and bidet, double marble washbasin, lady make-up desk, second bathroom with relaxing shower, WC, marble washbasin. Minibar with Nespresso and tea corner. Covered loggia to the south side with mini pool Jacuzzi and comfortable loungers. No pets allowed.

Panorama Luxury Apartment

Spacious flat on 140 m² with natural wood furnishing and floor. Deluxe bedroom with king size bed, luxury bathroom with Jacuzzi, WC and bidet, lady make-up desk, double marble washbasin, comfort wardrobe. Two adjoining separate single bedrooms with shared bathroom with bathtub/shower, WC and bidet, double marble washbasin, both rooms accessible separately. Wardrobe, elegant panoramic living room with dining area, chair and relax couch, round table with panoramic view, romantic fireplace, equipped kitchen with Nespresso and tea corner. Four balconies with panoramic views.

Family

Hotel Excelsior is the perfect mountain retreat for families year round.

Kid’s Club: 3 to 11 years

Run by experienced childcare staff, the kids club includes an indoor play area with play castle, video games, table tennis, table football, Playstation and DVDs

Summer Adventure Kids Club: 3 to 11 years

The fun and interactive Summer Adventure kids club offers a range of exciting activities to ensure children enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings around the hotel. Activities include a weekly children’s picnic with climbing course, children’s walks, a visit to South Tyrol’s biggest rope course at Issing, farm visits, adventure trips in the woods, craft workshops, face painting, movie nights and a junior kids club disco.

Children’s Activities: The hotel also boasts a children’s playground, a children’s swimming pool and an adventure park which includes a tree house and ropeway.

Additional Children’s Facilities: The owners really have thought of everything when it comes to families including child-friendly cutlery, chairs and meals in the restaurant, cots and children’s bathrobes and slippers.

Gallery

A Lavarella room in the Excelsior building