Alpin Royal Wellness Refugium sits in the Ahrntal valley beneath the peaks of South Tyrol, combining traditional chalet forms with bright contemporary interiors. Rooms and suites use timber, stone and broad balconies to keep the mountains present throughout the stay. The wellness area includes indoor and outdoor pools, saunas and treatment rooms, while gardens provide quieter summer space beside the hotel. Regional produce and Italian influences meet in the restaurant, supported by a carefully considered wine list. Ski areas, walking trails and waterfalls are close at hand, with the valley’s forested slopes rising directly behind the village roofs.