Hotel Sauze, Sauze d'Oulx, Italy

· in the resort centre · over the road from the nearest slope and Clotes chairlift · 8 minutes' walk to the Sportinia chairlift · ski school meeting point at the top of the Sportinia chairlift

Rustic décor, friendly staff and a spot-on location – it’s not hard to see why the Hotel Sauze’s a popular pick every winter. Each morning, grab your gear from the heated boot room and walk for less than ten minutes over to the lift. Then later on, simply swoosh down the main Clotes piste to finish your ski day opposite the hotel.

Inside, things are warm and inviting – picture textured, timber panelling and exposed wooden beams. The theme continues in the bedrooms, which are a restful place to end the day. Vintage ski art and old photos decorate the walls, with cherry-red quilts to add a dash of colour. And as an extra perk, some rooms also have their own balcony, so you can step outside to take in snow-covered views.

Italy’s known for its food, and they definitely don’t let the side down here. Each day starts with a varied buffet spread where you can fill up on fruit, cereal and freshly cooked omelettes. If you’re feeling peckish after a session on the slopes, don’t miss the cakes and pastries at the afternoon tea. Then round off the day with three courses of regional favourites, like filled ravioli and risottos.

· free WiFi · bar and lounge area · restaurant · lift · ski and boot room

Half Board

· hot and cold buffet breakfast · afternoon tea, cakes and biscuits (4-5.30pm) · 3-course evening meal with daily starter and dessert buffets · Christmas and New Year's Eve gala dinner included

Many Italian hotels do not serve free tap water with meals.

All rooms have a satellite TV, safe and WiFi.

Twin room with balcony (approx. 18m²) - sleeps 1-2: Twin beds, private shower, WC and balcony.

Twin room (approx. 18m²) - sleeps 2: Twin beds, private shower and WC.

Twin room (approx. 18m²) - sleeps 2-3: Twin beds, extra single bed when booked for three people, private shower and WC.

Twin room with balcony (approx. 18m²) - sleeps 2-3: Twin beds, extra single bed when booked for three people, private shower, WC and balcony.

Twin room with balcony (approx. 18m²) - sleeps 2: Head-to-head twin beds, private shower, WC and balcony.

When you arrive in the resort, the coach isn’t able to take you right up to the entrance of the Hotel Sauze, so you’ll be dropped off close by. From there, your luggage will be transported for you, and you’ll have a 9-minute walk.