Dolomites Alta Via 1 Classic

A friendly and traditional Alpine style hotel which is very popular with walkers. Enjoy the cosy and comfortable rooms, locally sourced produce from the breakfast buffet as well as wifi in the rooms. There is an on-site restaurant serving typical regional dishes, or venture into the centre of Cortina (5-10 min walk) and choose from one of the many restaurants here.

Located in the centre of Cortina, the family-run Hotel Regina is the ideal starting point for your adventure.

At the hotel run by the Lorenzi family, enjoy a magnificent view of the Dolomites and a warm Italian welcome.

Rifugio Sennes offers accommodation for up to 60 guests in dormitories and rooms with shared facilties, as well as rooms with private facilities. Enjoy the comfort of a family-run lodge with traditional food, lovingly cooked by the owners. The rifugio enjoys panoramic views over some of the most beautiful peaks in the Dolomites: Croda Rossa (3146m), Cristallo (3221m), Sorapis (3205m), and Tofana (3243m).  Managed by Erich and Cilla Palfrader, the rifugio was built by the Palfrader Family ‘Corjel’ between 1937 and 1939, and has opened year-round since the 1940s.

Experience the Dolomites, their magic and their rugged beauty during a stay at the Fodara Vedla mountain hut and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Mutschlechner family.

The Fanes Hut is found in Val Badia, and offers various room types, from en suite rooms through to dormitory-style accommodation with shared facilities (total of 70 beds).  The rifugio was built in 1928 by brothers Fritz, Rudi and Alfred Mutschlechner, and is now run by Alfred’s son Max, who has run it since 1978. The rifugio was completely renovated in summer 1996, and so offers a great standard of accommodation with plenty of wood and charming features.  The team at the rifugio pride themselves on offering typical Ladin cuisine, with a selection of wines, grappar and liquors also available, as well as typically South Tyrolean produce.

The history of the Lavarella mountain lodge goes back to 1912, when Mariangelo Frenner of San Vigilio di Marebbe built the first mountain hut, serving as a barn. The Lavarella hut is now run by Hanspeter, his wife Michaela (the chef) and his daughter Anna and her husband Gábor. The lodge was renovated in 1980, 1986 and finally in 1997. The rooms have private washing basins since 2006 and since 2009 there is a Finnish sauna at 2.050 m above sea level with an outstanding Dolomites view for their lucky guests! The kitchen was renovated and modernised in 2013.

Rifugio Lagazuoi was built in 1965 by Ugo Pompanin and has been run by his family ever since.  The rifugio offers 74 beds in total with two types of accommodation (all with shared bathroom); rooms on the first floor (some with balcony) are furnished in wood and include bed linen. There are also spacious dormitories with bunkbeds which include a mattress cover and eiderdown (bed linen is not provided – please bring your own sleeping bag liner). Dormitory accommodation is in large rooms. There is a boot drying room.

This delightful hut is a great place to stop for some fantastic food and drink, and also to rest after a day’s walking in the Dolomites. Try the apfelstrudel with cream, which is simply delicious! Rooms are as follows (each has private facilities): 1 x 6-bed dorm, 1 x 5-bed dorm, 2 x 4-bed dorm. Bedlinen and towels are provided. Half board is a set menu. Credit cards accepted. The surroundings of the Scotoni hut were the setting for much conflict between the Italian and Austrian armies in the First World War. Make time to visit the small chapel in honour of all war victims and take the opportunity to learn more about the history of the Dolomites.

Rifugio Col Gallina, set at the foot of Mount Lagazuoi at Passo Falzarego and easily reachable by car, is a wealth of nature, fun, and traditional hospitality.
Starting point of charming hikes in the summer,  the Rifugio is just right on the Col Gallina ski slopes in winter. 

Rifugio Averau offers ensuite double/twin rooms in the loft area of the building, with further dormitory-style rooms with shared facilities also available (6 or 10 beds). Downstairs, Paola and Sandrone take turns at cooking, and are well known for their delicious cuisine, which you can enjoy on the rifugio’s wide terrace with its incredible view of the Civetta and the Marmolada.

Enjoying a spectacular location perched atop a rock, this rifugio was founded in 1883, making it the oldest in the Dolomites. The Siorpaes family have been running the rifugio for over 30 years, and the special atmosphere and charm more than make up for the lack of modern facilities (remember that you are atop a cliff at 2600m!).  There are outside tables where you can watch the sun set, and inside there is a cosy seating area (where dinner and breakfast is served) with an open fire, as well as a separate bar.

Two toilets (both ‘squat’ toilets) are located outside of the main building (one has cold running water). A third flushable toilet with cold running water is located inside the building (for use during the night only). No washing of clothes in the sinks is permitted. There is a phone charging point in the hall. 
24 beds are in rooms of 3-8 (dormitories). Please make sure you bring your own sleeping bag liner. You will be asked to place your order for your evening meal on arrival (dinner is served at 19:00). Please note that there is no fixed half board menu at Rifugio Nuvolau you have a EUR20 per person credit towards dinner – you can choose from the a la carte menu – any extra charges above EUR20 per person are to be paid locally, direct to the rifugi.  Please also order any packed lunch for the next day at that time (payable locally). No credit card payments possible.

Paul Grohmann sings its praises in his work “Wanderungen in den Dolomiten” (Hiking in the Dolomites), written in 1877: “… a sea of mountains lies before us, and it  would be useless to try and list them or describe them. Only the camera can fix our impressions…”.

This simple Rifugio is run by mountain guide Modesto Alverà, his wife Monica and their five children. Located by the tranquil Lago del Federa, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere as you relax with a treat by the stove –Monica’s ricotta cake, strudel and flavoured grappas are legendary! 

Rifugio Coldai has been run by the De Zordo family since 1968 and boasts stunning views over Civetta. Accommodation is in dormitories and there are two showers and toilets. 

Photogenic Rifugio Vazzoler, with its red roof and shutters, also has an impressive alpine botanical garden. Accommodation is in dormitories. Breakfasts and dinners are simple. Showers are payable locally.

The Cappello e Cadore Hotel is a popular 3* star hotel with 32 rooms which occupies a fantastic location in the heart of the historic centre of Belluno. You’ll find it nestled between the central Martiri and Piloni piazzas. Rooms have aircon, TV, electronic safe, minibar, hairdryer, and there is free WiFi in the lobby.