Where the Mountains Set the Pace
Fresh air, high peaks and the feeling that everything moves at a different rhythm. Mountain brings together hotels made for skiing through fresh powder, hiking into endless forests, swimming in icy lakes or doing absolutely nothing beside a fireplace. In winter, it’s snow, saunas and long evenings indoors; in summer, wildflower meadows, mountain trails and lunches outside. From remote Alpine hideaways to contemporary mountain resorts, these are hotels where altitude, landscape and the great outdoors are essential parts of the stay.
Moxy Banff | Alberta, Canada A 1964 roadside motel reborn as a riot of mid-century ski culture, mountain nostalgia and unapologetically social design. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Workshop/APD preserved Banff's first commercial motor hotel's Rundle stone walls and distinctive precast wings, turning a 1964 roadside relic into a convincing piece of contemporary hospitality.…
read moreMountain Modern | Jackson, Wyoming | USA A roadside motel transformed into a playful basecamp for exploring Jackson Hole and the Tetons. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● TruexCullins translated Jackson Hole’s outdoor culture into design, with oversized Teton landscapes, gear walls and a bold red, black and blond-wood palette. ● The 135 rooms work…
read moreAnvil Hotel | Jackson, Wyoming | USA A 1950s motel recast as a modern Western lodge at the gateway to Jackson Hole. Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Studio Tack turned a modest roadside motel into a convincing contemporary take on the classic Western lodge, without slipping into cowboy cliché. ● Dark mountain green, warm…
read moreTrailhead Lodge Rocky Mountains | Estes Park, Colorado | USA A revived mountain lodge bringing contemporary design, communal energy, and a new generation of outdoor hospitality to the Rockies Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A thoughtful reworking of the classic American mountain lodge, replacing dated roadside functionality with warm, contemporary interiors rooted in the…
read moreTaj Rishikesh Resort & Spa | Uttarakhand, India A Hillside Retreat Where Himalayan Landscapes, Rustic Minimalism, and Indian Wellness Come Together Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully site-sensitive resort where contemporary architecture quietly complements the sacred landscape of the upper Ganges. ● Rustic minimalist interiors by eco.id and architecture rooted in the vernacular…
read morevigilius mountain resort | Lana, South Tyrol | Italy A Cable-Car Retreat Where Matteo Thun’s Architecture Disappears into the Mountain Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● Matteo Thun’s first hotel project remains a benchmark for responsible Alpine architecture more than two decades after opening. ● Accessible only by cable car, the resort offers rare silence,…
read moreVilla Arnica | Lana, South Tyrol | Italy A 1920s Garden Villa Where Vintage Elegance Meets the Ease of Modern South Tyrol Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 1925 villa where original architecture, antique finds, and Italian mid-century design create a richly layered sense of place. ● Just ten adults-only rooms and…
read moreSchgaguler Hotel | Kastelruth (Castelrotto), South Tyrol | Italy A Contemporary Alpine Landmark Where Peter Pichler Reimagines the Mountain Hotel Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A remarkable transformation by Peter Pichler Architecture, replacing Alpine nostalgia with sculptural contemporary design while remaining deeply connected to the Dolomites. ● Beautifully restrained interiors where bespoke chestnut joinery,…
read moreDas Wanda | Kaltern (Caldaro), South Tyrol | Italy An Adults-Only Retreat Where Contemporary Design Meets the Gentle Rhythm of South Tyrol Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored villa where contemporary architecture, natural materials, and South Tyrolean craftsmanship create an atmosphere of quiet sophistication. ● Just twelve individually designed suites and studios…
read moreApeiros Chora | Kato Pedina, Epirus| Greece Where Zagori’s Heritage Lives On Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully restored 18th-century mansion that captures the spirit of Greece’s extraordinary Zagori region. ● Rich historical details, antique furnishings, and subtle Ottoman influences create an atmosphere full of character and authenticity. ● A gateway to one…
read moreRooms Kazbegi | Stepantsminda, Georgia Where the Caucasus Meets Contemporary Mountain Living Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● The hotel that introduced international travelers to Georgia’s spectacular Caucasus Mountains. ● A masterful blend of contemporary design, local craftsmanship, and breathtaking natural scenery. ● Proof that mountain hospitality can feel both deeply authentic and unmistakably modern.…
read moreAlbergo Miramonti | Corteno Golgi, Italy Where the Elements Shape the Experience Why DNA Hotels Loves It ● A beautifully reimagined 1950s mountain hotel where contemporary design remains deeply connected to nature. ● Thoughtful interiors inspired by the elemental forces of earth, fire, water, wood, and metal. ● An authentic family-run retreat that combines alpine…
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