Tirano Hotels

Situated in Bianzone’s picturesque hamlet in the Valtellina valley, Altavilla Locanda E Tipica Trattoria is surrounded by woods and vineyards. Facing the Orobie Alps, it offers a restaurant, panoramic rooms with free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms at the Altavilla Locanda have natural wood furnishings, parquet floors and contemporary textiles. They come with a fully equipped bathroom and include a TV. Most rooms have a balcony or a minibar and electric kettle. The popular restaurant specialises in Valtellina dishes made with local produce. In fine weather meals are served on the wisteria-covered terrace. The owner can advise on tours around the Valtellina and Engadina valleys, and organise Nebbiolo wine-testing sessions. Guests can buy local products on site. It is a 5-minute drive to the Bernina Express Train and tickets are bookable at reception on advanced request. Guests enjoy discounts at the Bagni di Bormio thermal baths, set 28 miles away.

Hotel Arisch allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Guests can visit the outdoor tennis court for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Gimmy's, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a sauna are other highlights, and rooms at this upscale hotel offer balconies and flat-screen TVs. Skiers will appreciate access to ski passes and storage.

With ski-in/ski-out access, Aprica allows you more time for downhill skiing, snowboarding, and sledding. After visiting the outdoor tennis courts for a workout, guests who aren't on the slopes can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/café or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a garden are other highlights, and rooms offer up nice touches like slippers and Select Comfort beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. Ski passes, storage, rentals, and lessons are also available.

Immersed in the countryside of Lombardy, Agriturismo Prada offers rustic-style accommodation with mountain views. Located in the Prada subdivision of Bianzone, the property produces and sells wine and apples. Rooms here come with a balcony and a wardrobe. The private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries. A sweet breakfast with cakes, biscuits and hot drinks is served daily. A savoury option is available on request. Agriturismo Prada is 12.4 miles from Sondrio. Bormio, a popular skiing destination, is a 40-minute drive away.

Right next to the Palabione ski lift, Hotel Derby offers wellness facilities and panoramic mountain views from its rooms. It is located in Aprica centre, a 30-minute drive from Sondrio. Derby’s rooms are simply furnished and they all feature wood furniture and a flat-screen TV with both cable and satellite channels. Private bathrooms are complete with a hairdryer and a set of toiletries. The hotel’s restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, along with traditional mountain dishes and specialities from Lombardy. The wellness area offers a sauna, hot tub, Turkish bath, along with massage service. Guests can make use of the storage space for ski equipment. Offering free parking, the hotel is a 45-minute drive from Bormio and the Stelvio National Park.

When visiting Aprica, Residence Stella Alpina is a great choice to consider. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Rooms feature kitchenettes and LCD TVs.