Renè Dolomites Boutique Hotel, Pozza di Fassa, Pozza di Fassa, Italy

·300m to the centre of resort · 800m to the Pozza-Buffaure cable car · 800m to the ski school meeting point · 20m to the nearest bus stop

An elegant, family-run pick, this hotel is smack-bang in the middle of the Dolomite mountains. The lifts to the Val di Fassa ski area are a short bus ride away, and the bus stops just outside the hotel so it couldn't be easier to get out skiing each day. And the facilities are top-notch too. Swap the slopes for the spa to really relax after a day on the hill – the pool and hot tub are inside a unique glass pyramid building, so you can take a dip and enjoy views of the snowy mountains at the same time.

The Renè's décor takes traditional Italian-alpine style and gives it a modern twist. You'll find plenty of wooden beams and flooring, light and bright fabrics and comfy armchairs beside the fire. The bedrooms are modern and have a simple colour scheme of black, white and natural wood, and there are minimalist mountainscape engravings too. And the spa's pretty special – it's designed to help you relax, with plenty of soft lighting and warm colours.

And you're in for a real treat when it comes to mealtimes. You'll stay half board here, so your breakfasts and evening meals are covered. Tuck into a tasty buffet to set you up for the slopes, with eggs, cereal, juices and freshly-baked pastries on the menu. And to round off the day there's a 5-course evening meal in the restaurant, which serves up authentic dishes from the Trentino valley. It's a salad buffet to start, then you'll get to choose from a few options what to have for your first, second and dessert courses.

· Stube bar · restaurant · lounge · fireplace · sun terrace · indoor pool · sauna · steam room · hot tub · fitness room · massages and treatments · kids' play area · ski boot room · free WiFi · lifts to all floors

All rooms are non-smoking and come with a satellite TV, telephone, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, safe and minibar.

Double room - sleeps 2: Twin beds or double bed, private shower, WC and balcony.

Junior suite - sleeps 2-3: Twin beds or double bed, extra sofa bed in bedroom when booked for three, private shower, WC and balcony.

Interconnecting rooms are available on request.

Cots are available to hire for approx. €25 per week, payable locally.

Austrian twin beds: One large bed frame containing two single mattresses, each with their own bedding.

Half Board

· breakfast buffet with fresh pastries, yoghurt, fruit, cereal, eggs, bacon, cheese, homemade cakes and fresh juice · afternoon tea and cakes · 5-course evening meal with buffet appetisers and salad and a choice for first, second and dessert courses