An 11th-century castle, resting on a hill at the heart of the Dolomites.
The landscape unfolds beyond the gaze, offering endless ways of being lived.
Here, time becomes an invitation: to lose yourself in a new dimension, to embrace renewal, and to uncover what lies hidden between the echoes of history and the breath of the mountains.
Year Built: 11th Century
Last Renovation if applicable: 2025
Number of Guest Buildings: 1 historic building + 1 independent chalet
Number of floors: 4
Number of Rooms: 28 of which 18 Suites and 1 independent chalet
Closest Airport: Bolzano/Bozen Airport (BZO) / Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)/ Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) Verona airport (VRN) /Innsbruck Airport (INN), Austria
Distance airport to hotel: Bolzano/Bozen Airport (BZO) 80 km / 50 miles // Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) 180 km / 112 miles // Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) 350 km / 217 miles // Verona Airport (VRN) 225 km / 150 miles // Innsbruck Airport (INN), Austria 105 km / 65 miles
How to get there from the USA and Europe: Direct flight from the USA to Milano Malpensa (MXP) or to Venice Marco Polo and then transfer to the hotel or domestic flight to Bolzano.
STAY Life in the Castle
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Rooms
28 rooms and one contemporary Chalet, each offering ever-changing views over the valley and the castle courtyard. History, design and fine local materials (such as South Tyrolean wood and stone) come together in modern spaces that pay tribute to the soul and memory of the place.Each morning begins with breakfast in the Stube Restaurant: a curated selection of local produce, fresh butter, mountain preserves, Tyrolean specialities and daily bakes from the in-house pastry kitchen. The spa, open to guests with unlimited access, is a quiet sanctuary to enjoy at your own pace, surrounded by steam, panoramic views and the restorative power of alpine herbs.
In the rooms, bathrooms become spaces to linger in: walk-in showers and bathtubs overlooking the mountains invite moments of warmth, water and silence, turning wellbeing into an intimate and private experience.
No two rooms are the same. Each offers its own way of inhabiting time.
Bella:
Average size: 38 m² | For 2 guests
An intimate expression of mountain living, balancing alpine tones with contemporary accents, overlooking the castle courtyard or the Dolomites.Splendida:
Average size: 49 m² | For 2 guests
Contemporary-designed spaces overlooking the courtyard or the valley. Created for two, these rooms combine generous proportions with the intimacy of a modern mountain retreat.Sublime:
Average size: 50 m² | For 2 or 3 guests
A Junior Suite with panoramic mountain views, where the alpine landscape reveals itself in the details and personal wellbeing follows the language of space.Preziosa:
Average size: 54 m² | For 2 or 3 guests
A Junior Suite with panoramic mountain views, where the alpine landscape reveals itself in the details and personal wellbeing follows the language of space.Stupenda:
Average size: 62 m² | For 3 or 4 guests
Two suites, two different stories. Historic details enrich spaces designed for contemporary mountain living, with generous bathrooms and private living areas.Magnifica:
Average size: 64 m² | For 2 to 4 guests
Suites with panoramic views and independent living areas, where light, space and, in some units, original historic details merge into a contemporary alpine experience.Meravigliosa:
95 m² Suite | Up to 4 guests
A two-level suite for families or small groups, where mountain living becomes a synonym for space, independence and panoramic views integrated into everyday life.Chalet:
167 m² | Up to 5 guests
A contemporary mountain home, once the monastery’s ancient bakery. Ideal for families or small groups seeking complete freedom, generous living spaces and panoramic views over the Dolomites.
Main gateway cities:
San Lorenzo di Sebato (St. Lorenzen) – 2 km / 1 mile Castel Badia is set in an elevated, panoramic position just above the village, offering beautiful views of the surrounding valley.
Brunico (Bruneck) –4 km / 2.5 miles; a charming alpine town with boutiques, cafés, and historic character
Bolzano (Bozen) –80 km / 50 miles; gateway to the Dolomites, rich in culture and refined gastronomy
Cortina d’Ampezzo –75 km / 47 miles; Italy’s most glamorous mountain resort
Innsbruck, Austria –. 105 km / 65 miles; an elegant Alpine city blending imperial heritage and modern flair
Venice – 180 km / 112 miles; world-renowned for its timeless beauty, art, and romance
Milan – 350 km / 217 miles; Italy’s capital of fashion, design, and cosmopolitan sophistication
Verona – 225 km / 140 miles; a city of romance, history, and classical elegance
Munich, Germany –300 km / 186 miles; a vibrant cultural hub with grand architecture and Bavarian charm
Landmarks & Highlights Near Brunico:
Dolomites (UNESCO World Heritage Site) – A breathtaking alpine landscape offering year-round outdoor pursuits in an atmosphere of natural grandeur
Plan de Corones (Kronplatz) – 5 km / 3 miles; one of Europe’s premier ski destinations, with exceptional slopes and panoramic views
Brunico Castle (Schloss Bruneck) –5 km / 3 miles; a historic landmark overlooking the town, home to the Messner Mountain Museum
MMM Corones (Messner Mountain Museum) – An architectural masterpiece by Zaha Hadid, perched dramatically atop Kronplatz
Val Pusteria (Puster Valley) – A picturesque valley ideal for scenic cycling, hiking, and immersive alpine experiences
Lago di Braies (Pragser Wildsee) –30 km / 19 miles; an iconic emerald lake framed by dramatic peaks, perfect for serene moments and photography
