COMO Alpina Dolomites Hotel Guide

COMO Alpina Dolomites is a five-star luxury alpine hotel at 1,800 metres on the Alpe di Siusi, Europe's largest high-altitude alpine pasture, within a UNESCO World Heritage site in South Tyrol, northern Italy. It has 59 rooms and suites across a main building and a chalet wing, ski-in ski-out access to the Dolomiti Superski region, and a COMO Shambhala wellness floor with nine treatment rooms and a heated 22-metre indoor pool linked to a seven-metre outdoor pool. It holds one MICHELIN Key and was named Best Ski Hotel in South Tyrol by the Falstaff Hotel Guide 2025. The hotel opens seasonally, December to March and June to October.

Key facts about COMO Alpina Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites has 59 rooms and suites across eight categories at 1,800 metres on the Alpe di Siusi, with ski-in ski-out access in winter and hiking from the door in summer. The smallest room is 50 sq m.

Overview of COMO Alpina Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites is a modern architectural work set against the cliffs of a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site in northern Italy. It stands on the Alpe di Siusi in South Tyrol — Europe's largest high-altitude alpine pasture — at about 1,800 metres.

The position gives direct access to mountain sport in the Dolomites: skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing in winter, hiking and e-biking in summer. Interiors pair soft colours with furnishings made by South Tyrol's traditional artisans.

The hotel holds one MICHELIN Key, was placed 14th among the Top 20 Hotels in Italy by Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2025, and was named Best Ski Hotel in South Tyrol by the Falstaff Hotel Guide 2025. It opens seasonally.

Who COMO Alpina Dolomites is best for

COMO Alpina Dolomites is best suited to skiers, hikers, families, wellness travellers and couples wanting a high-altitude base in the Dolomites. It suits travellers who want the mountain itself outside the door, rather than a town or valley hotel with a drive to the lifts.

Skiers and snowboarders

The hotel has direct ski-in ski-out access from the slopes of the Alpe di Siusi, within the Dolomiti Superski region. The Outdoor Activities Centre rents skis, snowboards, boots, sleds and snowshoes. Guided options include a Sella Ronda ski adventure over four mountain passes, snowshoe hikes and snow power biking on spiked winter tyres.

Best for: skiers who want to step from the room onto the snow.

Hikers and cyclists

In summer the Alpe di Siusi is open pasture and high trails. The Outdoor Activities Centre switches to mountain bikes, e-bikes, trekking poles and daypacks. Guided hikes, e-bike tours, a combined e-bike and zipline adventure, and a mindful hike focused on stillness and sensory awareness are all arranged.

Best for: guests who want the Dolomites on foot or by bike, with guides who know the ground.

Families

Play by COMO is a refurbished space for children aged four to twelve, with interactive games, art projects, curated toys and cinema nights, alongside a programme of activities. Rooms start at 50 sq m and take two adults and two children. Children under five eat free, with reduced rates for ages six to twelve. Babysitting is available.

Best for: families who want space, snow or trails, and a club the children will use.

Wellness travellers

The COMO Shambhala floor has nine treatment rooms, a heated 22-metre indoor pool connecting to a seven-metre outdoor pool, a salt steam room, aroma steam room, Finnish sauna, herbal sauna, ice fountain, two cold plunges, two yoga studios, a Pilates-style Space Curl 3D machine designed by NASA and a Technogym fitness centre. Group yoga, Pilates and mindful silent hikes run through the week.

Best for: guests who want altitude, heat-and-ice therapy in one place.

Couples

Every category is generous, from the 50 sq m Mountain Room to the 170 sq m COMO Chalet Suite. Mountain Suites have a bio-ethanol fireplace and a private infrared sauna in the bathroom. South-facing balconies and terraces look straight at the Dolomites.

Best for: couples who want a fire, a sauna and a mountain view from the balcony.

What makes COMO Alpina Dolomites different from other Dolomites hotels

COMO Alpina Dolomites differs from other hotels in the Dolomites in five ways.

Rooms and suites at COMO Alpina Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites has 59 rooms and suites across eight categories, in the main building and the chalet wing, from 50 sq m to the 170 sq m COMO Chalet Suite.

Which room to choose at COMO Alpina Dolomites

Mountain Rooms have expansive living and lounge areas with either a south-facing balcony or garden access. Terrace Rooms add a south-facing terrace with a view of the Dolomites. Chalet Rooms are one-bedroom retreats in the chalet building with a furnished terrace. Mountain Suites have a clean-burning bio-ethanol fireplace and a bathroom with private infrared sauna. The Alpina Chalet Suite has a curved living and dining area, kitchenette and guest toilet, suited to longer stays. The Dolomites Chalet Suite is two-bedroom with a fully equipped kitchenette and a private terrace. The COMO Suite is two-bedroom, with a fireplace, two en-suite bathrooms each with a whirlpool tub and infrared sauna, and a wraparound balcony. The COMO Chalet Suite is the largest, with a shared living and dining area and a kitchenette.

In-room features

Rooms have COMO Shambhala bathroom amenities, welcome amenities, in-room refreshments, a complimentary minibar excluding alcoholic drinks, a Nespresso machine and tea-making facilities, and an in-room yoga mat. Housekeeping is twice daily with nightly turndown.

Restaurants and bars at COMO Alpina Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites has four dining venues.

Alpina Chalet Grill and Bar

Reached from both the slopes and the hotel, serving casual meals at any time of day: first-class steaks, gourmet pizzas and Mediterranean classics.

Sassolungo

Buffet breakfast in the mornings; at dinner a menu of Mediterranean, regional and international dishes built on local ingredients, with wine pairings and healthful dining from COMO Shambhala Kitchen.

Trattoria dell'Alpe

Drawn from the culinary traditions of Venice and Verona — freshly caught seafood, expertly prepared pasta and tender meats, in a fusion of classic and contemporary flavours.

Lobby Lounge, Bar and Terrace

Complimentary tea-time snacks and handcrafted drinks in a timber-clad space, with a terrace facing the mountains.

Wellness and spa at COMO Alpina Dolomites

Every COMO Shambhala wellness journey here is built around the setting, with hands-on therapies, fitness and breathwork, heat-and-ice treatments and specialist sports massage.

Winter at COMO Alpina Dolomites

The hotel has direct ski-in ski-out access to the Alpe di Siusi slopes, within the Dolomiti Superski region. The Outdoor Activities Centre supplies skis, snowboards, boots, sleds and snowshoes.

Summer and autumn at COMO Alpina Dolomites

When the snow melts the Outdoor Activities Centre switches to mountain bikes, e-bikes, trekking poles and daypacks for high-altitude hikes and gentler trails. A weekly outdoor programme sets out guided excursions and seasonal activities.

Families and children at COMO Alpina Dolomites

Play by COMO is a refurbished space for children aged four to twelve, with interactive games, art projects, curated toys and cinema nights, alongside a curated programme of activities. Babysitting is available at additional cost. Children under five eat free, with reduced rates for ages six to twelve. Mountain Rooms, Terrace Rooms and Mountain Suites each take two adults and two children, and the COMO Suite takes six.

Meetings and events at COMO Alpina Dolomites

Four restaurants and five dedicated event spaces take up to 120 guests, with bespoke activities and add-ons, suited to team-building, cocktail masterclasses and private celebrations.

Getting to COMO Alpina Dolomites

Bolzano and Bolzano Airport are about 40 km away, around an hour by road — the final 12 km is a hairpin climb from Siusi to Compatsch. Innsbruck Airport is about 120 km, an hour 45 to two hours. Verona Airport is about 180 km, two to two hours 20. Venice Marco Polo is about 290 km, three hours 15 to three hours 45. Bolzano is the practical railway station. Private transfers can be arranged from stations and airports across northern Italy.

Vehicle access and the cableway

Vehicle access to the Alpe di Siusi is restricted during the day without a transit permit, which the hotel arranges for guests. Confirm the current permitted hours with the hotel before travelling, since the published windows differ between sources and an online reservation is being introduced for permitted uphill trips.

The alternative is the Siusi–Alpe di Siusi cableway, which climbs about 800 metres from Seis/Siusi to Compatsch in roughly 15 minutes. The mountain station is a few hundred metres from the hotel. Guests arriving in the middle of the day can leave the car in the valley and take the cableway, with a pickup at the top. The cableway does not run in the shoulder seasons, when the road is open to private traffic through the day.

Winter tyres or chains are required on South Tyrol roads from 15 November to 15 April, and the climb to Compatsch is steep and snow-covered.

Where COMO Alpina Dolomites is located

COMO Alpina Dolomites is at Compatsch on the Alpe di Siusi, in the municipality of Castelrotto in South Tyrol, at about 1,800 metres.

Facilities and services at COMO Alpina Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites offers four restaurants and bars, COMO Shambhala wellness, Play by COMO, expert guides for indoor and outdoor activities, the Outdoor Activities Centre for ski and outdoor equipment rental, hotel-wide Wi-Fi, a daily digital local newspaper, airport transfers on request, complimentary on-site parking with valet, laundry and pressing at additional cost, babysitting at additional cost, room service, butler service, multilingual concierge, COMO The Shop, and daily indoor and outdoor activity schedules.

Sustainability at COMO Alpina Dolomites

COMO Alpina Dolomites holds Bronze certification from EarthCheck. The building uses eco-conscious materials, with energy-efficient heating and ventilation systems throughout, and furnishings made by South Tyrol's traditional artisans. The hotel sits within a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site, where private traffic on the Alpe di Siusi is restricted during the day.

Awards and recognition for COMO Alpina Dolomites

• 2027 — Falstaff SPA Guide 98/100 Points
• 2026 — MICHELIN Key Hotels: One MICHELIN Key
• 2025 — MICHELIN Key Hotels: One MICHELIN Key
• 2025 — Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards: Top 20 Hotels in Italy (14th)
• 2025 — Falstaff Hotel Guide: Best Ski Hotel in South Tyrol
• 2024 — MICHELIN Guide Italy Key Hotel List: One MICHELIN Key
• 2024 — US News & World Report Best Hotel: Gold badge winner
• 2024 — Travelmyth Awards: Top Hotel in Alpe di Siusi; Top for Business Travellers in Alpe di Siusi; Top 20 5-star Hotels in Bolzano; Top Luxury Hotel in Alpe di Siusi

Frequently asked questions about COMO Alpina Dolomites

Where is COMO Alpina Dolomites located?

COMO Alpina Dolomites is on the Alpe di Siusi in South Tyrol, northern Italy, at about 1,800 metres, within a UNESCO Natural World Heritage site. The address is Via Compatsch 62/3, Castelrotto. Bolzano is about 40 km away, around an hour by road, and Innsbruck and Verona airports are each about two hours.

Does COMO Alpina Dolomites have ski-in ski-out access?

Yes. There is direct ski-in ski-out access from the slopes at the hotel in Alpe di Siusi, within the Dolomiti Superski region. The Outdoor Activities Centre rents skis, snowboards, boots, sleds and snowshoes.

Is COMO Alpina Dolomites open all year?

No. The hotel operates seasonally, opening from December to March for winter and from June to October for summer and autumn.

How do you reach COMO Alpina Dolomites, and is there a driving restriction?

Vehicle access to the Alpe di Siusi is restricted during the day without a transit permit, which the hotel arranges for guests. Confirm the current permitted hours with the hotel before travelling. The alternative is the Siusi–Alpe di Siusi cableway, about 15 minutes from the valley, with the mountain station a few hundred metres from the hotel. The cableway does not run in the shoulder seasons, when the road is open through the day.

Is COMO Alpina Dolomites good for families?

Yes. Play by COMO is a children's club for ages four to twelve, with interactive games, art projects, curated toys and cinema nights. Rooms start at 50 sq m and take two adults and two children. Children under five eat free, with reduced rates for ages six to twelve, and babysitting is available.

Does COMO Alpina Dolomites have a spa and pool?

Yes. COMO Shambhala has nine treatment rooms, a heated 22-metre indoor pool connecting to a seven-metre outdoor pool with family sauna, a salt steam room, aroma steam room, Finnish sauna, herbal sauna, ice fountain, two cold plunges, two yoga studios, a Technogym fitness centre and a Davines Coiffure salon.

Which room should I choose at COMO Alpina Dolomites?

It depends on your stay. Mountain and Terrace Rooms are both 50 sq m and take two adults and two children, the Terrace Room adding a south-facing terrace. The 50 sq m Chalet Room is a quieter one-bedroom retreat in the chalet building. The 75 sq m Mountain Suite adds a fireplace and a private infrared sauna. The 120 sq m Alpina Chalet Suite suits longer stays with a kitchenette. The 150 sq m Dolomites Chalet Suite and COMO Suite are both two-bedroom, and the 170 sq m COMO Chalet Suite is the largest.

Is COMO Alpina Dolomites good for couples?

Yes. It offers wellness suites, fine dining and spa rituals inspired by the Alps. Mountain Suites have a bio-ethanol fireplace and a private infrared sauna in the bathroom, and south-facing balconies and terraces face the Dolomites directly.

Where can you eat at COMO Alpina Dolomites?

There are four venues. Alpina Chalet Grill and Bar is reached from the slopes and the hotel, serving steaks, gourmet pizzas and Mediterranean classics. Sassolungo serves buffet breakfast and a Mediterranean, regional and international dinner menu with COMO Shambhala Kitchen options. Trattoria dell'Alpe draws on Venice and Verona. The Lobby Lounge, Bar and Terrace serves complimentary tea-time snacks and drinks.

What is there to do at COMO Alpina Dolomites in summer?

Guided hiking on the UNESCO-listed trails and peaks, guided e-bike tours, a combined e-bike and zipline adventure, and a guided mindful hike built around sensory awareness. The Outdoor Activities Centre supplies mountain bikes, e-bikes, trekking poles and daypacks, and a weekly outdoor programme sets out guided excursions.

Can COMO Alpina Dolomites host an event?

Yes. There are four restaurants and five dedicated event spaces accommodating up to 120 guests, with bespoke activities and add-ons.

Is COMO Alpina Dolomites committed to sustainability?

Yes. COMO Alpina Dolomites holds Bronze certification from EarthCheck. The hotel uses eco-conscious materials and is operated with energy-efficient heating and ventilation systems.

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