Where to stay in the Dolomites?

Your ideal stay in the most beautiful part of Europe

According to many, the Dolomites are the most beautiful part of Europe. The color contrast between the well-known capped beige massifs and the rich green provides beautiful views. Cycling in this area is wonderful, with the Gran Fondo Maratona dles Dolomites as the icing on the cake. What are the highlights in the Dolomites? And where is the best place to visit these highlights? We give you 6 options to choose from!

Highlights of the Dolomites

In quick succession and in no particular order, you won't want to miss the following places when you're in the Dolomites:

• Sella Ronda: a unique round.
• The climbs of the Maratona: Passo Giau, Passo Falzarego and Passo Valparola.
• Lago di Braies: a beautiful mountain lake with special color and reflection.
• Lago di Misurina: beautiful view of the lake and the mountains.
• Tre Cime di Lavaredo: known for its three peaks, beautiful walking and challenging climb by bike.
• Passo delle Erbe: beautiful and challenging climb with beautiful views.
• Alpe di Siusi: a relatively flat Alpine meadow at an altitude where you can enjoy beautiful walks.
• Pederü: a very easy climb to cycle warmly and enjoy the view.

This means that the villages around the Sella Ronda, near Badia and towards Cortina d'Ampezzo offer the best base in terms of location.

Also read: Sella Ronda: a unique tour

Two options in Val Gardena

Linder Cycling Hotel***

It is located close to the Sella Ronda and Alpe di Siusi Linder Cycling Hotell. This three-star hotel is modernly designed for and by cyclists. If you cycle away, after 100 meters you start at the Passo Gardena or Passo Sella, depending on which choice you make at the junction. After your bike ride, you can relax in a sauna or the swimming pool.

Kedul Lodge

You will find it one village further in the valley Kedul Lodge, run by a couple who really love cycling. It is a somewhat smaller accommodation and they make a difference through the service and local dishes. The owners are certified mountain bike guides.

From Corvara to Badia

The Maratona dles Dolomites starts in La Ila. The finish is in Corvara. Most highlights are easily accessible on this side of the Sella Ronda. In addition to the Maratona route, the Passo delle Erbe, Lago di Braies, Alpe di Siusi and Tre Cime de Lavaredo are within driving distance. During the Maratona dles Dolomites we will stay here with CYCLOsportive. Our tips: 

Hotel Melodia del Bosco****

This hotel is located in Badia and offers everything for cyclists. From MTB to Gravel to cycling. Klaus, the owner of Melodia del Bosco, understands it. Nutrition is aimed at cyclists and you use the wellness for recovery. If you have achieved your goal, or are just looking forward to it, the beautiful wine cellar is a good bonus. From Badia you can easily cycle the routes of the Maratona, the Passo delle Erbe or to Pederü.

Hotel des Alpes***

In La Ila, one village closer to the Sella Ronda than Badia, there is a lovely bakery with excellent coffee. Has nothing to do with it Hotel des Alpes to make, but it is within walking distance! Furthermore, a well-equipped hotel in terms of nutrition and wellness. Because it is only 3 km from Badia, the same benefits apply here as at Hotel Melodia del Bosco.

Click here for our trip to the Maratona dles Dolomites

Centrally located in the Dolomites: Arabba

Active Hotel Malita***

Arabba is located on the Sella Ronda and near the Passo Falzarego, Passo Giau and Passo Fedaia. Also a nice base. Located in Arabba Active Hotel Malita. Bicycles and routes are available through this hotel.

Known from the Giro: Cortina d'Ampezzo

This village has a beautiful location, but no accommodation specifically aimed at cyclists. The village is an excellent base for cycling or driving to Lago di Misurina and Tre Cime di Lavaredo. Lago di Braies is also easily accessible. If you cycle the other way, you can climb the Passo Falzarego and Passo Giau.

Bonus: At altitude on the Passo delle Erbe

Hotel Utia Börz***

Hotel Utia Börz is located at the top of the Passo delle Erbe. It is therefore less easy to reach and you will have to take the car more often during your stay. Be sure to stay on a half-board basis, because the food is more than restaurant-worthy. However, the view is second to none.

What would you most like to visit? Let us know below!