It's just 2 minutes' walk to the centre of the town, and to get on the hill you can jump on the ski bus that stops outside. When you're finished on the slopes for the day, head back to the hotel for a drink at the bar.

The décor is traditionally Italian – there are wood-panelled walls, patterned rugs and carpets and chandeliers hanging from the ceilings. Big windows in the open-plan dining room let in lots of light, and you'll have a view of the snowy scenery as you eat.

Mornings begin with a buffet breakfast to set you up for a day exploring the Dolomiti Superski area. In the evenings, tuck into a 3-course meal, which also includes a vegetable buffet.

Val di Fassa lies in the heart of the Dolomites, 300km (185 miles) from Milan. Located in the 20km-long Fassa valley, it boasts some of the most stunning scenery in Europe. Farming is a major industry here and the ancient language of Ladin is still spoken in the area. Val di Fassa's skiing is linked into the vast Dolomiti Superski lift pass, which also includes the Sella Ronda circuit. Canazei and Campitello are the access points for the circuit, which can take around five hours to complete. There is terrain to suit all levels of ability and the choice and standard of restaurants is much raved about.