Park Hotel Villa Etschland  

Tucked in Plaus amid apple orchards and mountains, a short 5-minute drive from Naturno and just 328 feet from the River Adige. This family-friendly Alpine hideaway sits in the town centre with easy walks to nearby spots like Wildspitze, the Mittelstation ski lift and SPAR Ennemoser.

A family-run, Alpine-style hotel with wooden furnishings and carpeted or parquet floors. Rooms have furnished balconies and panoramic mountain views. The vibe is cozy and authentic, with local touches and a relaxed wellness focus. Staff speak English, Italian and German.

Wellness centre with steam bath, Finnish sauna, aromatherapy showers, massage room and solarium. Summer outdoor pool in a garden of fruit trees with sun loungers and a playground. On-site bar, ping-pong, organised hiking, cycling and fishing excursions, plus ski-area access and guest transfers. Practical perks include parking, elevator, laundry, ATM and safe-deposit boxes.

Rich buffet breakfasts with eggs, local Speck ham, freshly baked cakes and fruit salad. The restaurant mixes South Tyrolean and Mediterranean flavours. Stop by the bar for evening drinks after a day on the slopes or trails.