Sustainability and the spread of green hotels has evolved into a broad commitment held dear by an increasing number of people. Even when on vacation.
Here are some properties that care about the future and providing authentic experiences – without any kind of deprivation.
Gradonna **** S Mountain Resort Châlets & Hotel
The eco-resort Gradonna **** S Mountain Resort Châlets & Hotel, located in the degli Alti Tauri Nature Park, just over an hour's drive from San Candido, is surrounded by mountains and woodlands. It is the ideal refuge for a full green immersion without having to renounce anything. It has received coveted awards for its sustainability, including the Green Luxury Award 2014 and Europe's Leading Green Resort 2015.
Zero-emissions heating
Located in the heart of the park, this hotel combines the concept of responsible travel with redefined luxury to provide an authentic experience. Starting with the spa, which has 3,000 sqm of wellness areas and four swimming pools, all of which are heated by self-sufficient wood chips with zero emissions. Then there are saunas and steam rooms, as well as quiet relaxation areas with comfortable water mattresses.
An endless network of trails
From the hotel and the chalets scattered throughout the woods, you can also set out on your own along the endless network of trails or on guided nature hikes with the Hohe Tauern National Park's Rangers. There is also the ski-in, ski-out experience in the winter. Prices: €125.00 for the Klassik double room until November 1st, and from €394.00 for the Chalet Klassik (for 4 people).
For information: www.grandonna.at
Schneeberg Family Resort & SPA. A super green family hotel near Bolzano
The Family Resort Schneeberg is located in Val Ridanna, 18 kilometres from Vipiteno, and is framed by the Monte Giovo mountainn range, the Stubai Alps, and Monte di Neve. The hotel relies on a hydroelectric power plant and a wood chip plant to power the property, while supplying surplus energy to the valley.
An adults-only area with a pool
It recently opened a new 2,000 sqm Adults-Only area with an indoor infinity pool and a natural bathing lake, and there is a menu of treatments based on herbs and local products. There is also the Family Acqua Park Bergiland, which has water and tunnel slides, a baby pool, and an adventure corner, as well as a mini-club and an indoor and outdoor playground for those travelling with children. Prices start at €99 per person per night for an All-Inclusive Light treatment. Children under the age of three are free. 60% savings between 3 and 6 years. There are numerous discounts available for all other age groups.
For information: www.schneeberg.it
Plunhof Hotel. Sustainability a few kilometers from Vipiteno
The Plunhof Hotel is a special place in the heart of South Tyrol, a few kilometres from Vipiteno, with a warm and refined welcome. And the attention to sustainability is right down to the smallest detail in this certified eco-hotel.
Unrivalled wellness experiences
The Minera Acqua & SPA, which is on 4,000 sqm, is an unrivalled wellness experience with saunas at 80-100 ° and with a Turkish bath, a bio and infrared sauna, an outdoor salt pool with hydromassage with heated spring water, and an indoor water world with a 20-metre-long pool and a relaxation pool. And outside there is a salt lake. Prices start at €1,019.00 per person for seven nights until November 20, 2022, with The Pleasures of Autumn offer. Cooking classes, wine tastings, and trips for cheese tasting are also available.
For information: www.plunhof.it
