Hotel Serena

Set in the heart of the Dolomites, Selva Val Gardena is one of the Alps' most spectacular ski resorts – and a firm favourite with Directski skiers. From here you can ski straight onto the Dolomiti Superski, a staggering network of more than 1,200km of pistes across twelve linked areas, all on a single lift pass. The resort is also a gateway to the legendary Sella Ronda, the circular ski tour that loops around the mighty Sella massif, taking in four valleys and some of the most jaw-dropping mountain scenery you'll ever ski.

The Hotel Serena makes the perfect base for it all. Warmly run by the Assunta and Mario family, this welcoming 3-star hotel blends genuine Alpine hospitality with cosy Tyrolean character – from its traditional lobby to the inviting reading room where you can unwind with a book after a day on the mountain. Well placed in Selva, it puts the village's lifts and the Sella Ronda within easy reach.

Evenings are all about relaxing and refuelling. The hotel's restaurant serves delicious regional cuisine paired with an extensive wine list, while the bar is the perfect spot for an après-ski drink with fellow skiers. A little wellness area offers a chance to soothe tired legs, ready to do it all again tomorrow.

Framed by the rose-tinted spires of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites, the Hotel Serena offers the ideal mix of superb skiing, warm hospitality and mountain charm – everything you need for an unforgettable week in Val Gardena.