Bühelwirt Hotel

Italy

Whether the mountains are laden with snow or in their summer pomp, the beautifully designed blackened-larch facade of six storey spa-hotel Bühelwirt always stands out.

You’ll find this award-winning slice of contemporary architecture, in Italy’s South Tyrol region. Set against the Alpine backdrop of the stunning Ahrntal Valley, its sullen exterior gives way to a bright interior space, where glorious panoramic vistas – from which most rooms, including the sauna, benefit – and a sense of minimalism rein supreme.

Its asymmetrical roof, exposed wood and neutral hues evoke a Scandi mood, but don’t be fooled: its roots are deep within the local terroir. Furniture has been built by local artisans; native herbs fuel wellness treatments in the spa; and, in the dining room, chef Michi Moser pairs regional delicacies with local wines curated by co-owner and in-house sommelier, Matthias Haller. Add to this that Klausberg’s slopes are 4km away and you’ve got the ideal winter hideout.


Doubles from £99. 00 39 0474 650 309, buehelwirt.com

Words by Jasmina Matulewicz..

This review was taken from the January/February 2021 issue of Food and Travel.

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