Camina Suite & Spa is a lovely 4-star boutique hotel in Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Italian Dolomites. This small hotel oozes charm while capturing a comfortable chalet-modern aesthetic.
We were delighted by the bright alpine-inspired suite, the complimentary spa, the FABULOUS breakfast, and free on-site parking.
Eco-conscious travelers can relax knowing that Camina Suite & Spa is Green Key certified and committed to sustainable hospitality. Among other endeavors, the hotel generates renewable energy with their 6 solar panels and 24 photovoltaic panels.
Expect a friendly welcome and an accommodating staff.
- Where: Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy
- Number of Rooms: 12 (9 suites and 3 standard rooms)
- Dining: on-site restaurant
- Hotel Facilities: Spa, on-site parking (outdoor and garage), bike/ski storage room
- Room Amenities: air-conditioning, 62 DB noise protection, safe, minibar, flat screen TV, kettle and nespresso machine
- Extra Perks: E-bike rental (45 EUR/day), dog-friendly, 4 electric car and 17 e-bike charging stations.
- Closest Airport: Venice International Airport, Italy
- Where to Book: Booking.com
The Location
Cortina d’Ampezzo is located in Ampezzo Valley in the Italian Alps in northeastern Italy. The town is ringed by the spectacular Tofane Group, Sorapiss Group, Cristallo Group, and Croda da Lago chain.
Cortina is a world-famous ski resort. The winter season commences in mid/late December and ends in late March/early April.
Cortina d’Ampezzo is also a hotspot for hiking and via ferrata climbing in summer and fall (mid/late June to mid/late October).
Camina Suite & Spa is situated 1 km north of the Cortina d’Ampezzo town center. To reach Cortina’s pedestrian zone, you can either walk 15 minutes, or drive 5 minutes.
Camina Suite & Spa is an ideal place to stay if you’re traveling with a car, because you don’t have to navigate the busy town center and pay for parking.
If you’re traveling without a car, the 1 km distance to the town center may seem a bit long. However, there is an enjoyable pedestrian/cycling path, behind the hotel, which leads to the center of town in 15 minutes.
The hotel is located along Località Majon/SS51, the road which leads to S. Uberto/Ra Stua trailhead and continues on to Lago di Landro/Dürrensee, Lago di Dobbiaco/Toblacher See and Alta Pusteria/Pustertal.
From Camina Suite & Spa, all these destinations and trails are within reach:
- Lago di Sorapis
- Lago Federa
- Lago delle Baste
- Mondeval Plateau
- Croda da Lago Circuit
- Tofana di Rozes Circuit
- Tre Cime di Lavaredo Circuit
- Cadini di Misurina Viewpoint
- Sentiero Bonacossa Trail
- Cinque Torri and Rifugio Nuvolau
Plan your trip to Cortina with our Cortina d’Ampezzo Travel Guide and Cortina d’Ampezzo Hiking Guide.
The Rooms
Oak floors, white walls, fir wardrobes, and natural fabrics in muted hues provide a uniform aesthetic across the 12 rooms and suites.
The Camina Suites are cozy, understated and functional with ample wardrobe space and comfortable seating areas. Bathrooms are on the smaller side, but sleek and modern in slate gray. Toiletries by ANYA are provided.
All rooms have balconies with either views of the Croda da Lago and Tofane Groups or Monte Cristallo and Pomaganon.
If you’re visiting Cortina d’Ampezzo in summer, you’ll be thrilled to know that each room has air-conditioning.
Another compelling reason to stay at Camina Suite & Spa is the sound insulation. Despite the hotel’s location on a main road, we didn’t hear any street noise.
Extra perks include the in-room Nespresso machines, electric kettles (tea bags provided), mini fridges, safes, and flat screen TVs.
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Wellness & Spa
Located on the top floor, the adults-only (18+) hotel spa is a smart space in fir and slate with mountain vistas.
The spa facilities are new and modern. There are three saunas (hay, steam, and Finnish), multi-sensory showers, a relaxation area with loungers facing the Tofane Group, a large Pomaganon facing balcony, and a tea bar.
The use of the wellness space is complimentary and unlimited between 4 pm and 8 pm daily.
It’s also possible to book private use of the spa between 10 am and 12:30 pm, which costs 50 EUR per room.
Bathrobes, slippers and towels are all provided.
Spa Etiquette: The spa area is a unisex nudist area: bathing suits are not allowed. In the wood saunas, always place a towel underneath your body, so your (beautiful sweaty) body doesn’t touch the wood directly. If you’re uncomfortable being nude, you can always wrap a towel around you as well.
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Dining
Breakfast
You’re in for a treat…
Breakfast is served between 7:30 am and 10 am in the cozy hotel restaurant.
There’s a buffet with homemade pastries and cakes, breads, local yogurt, and müsli.
In addition, guests can order a number of savory and sweet dishes from the à la carte breakfast menu (all included). This ensures that everything is fresh.
Menu items include:
- Egg dishes: scrambled eggs, omelets, soft and hard-boiled eggs, ox-eye eggs/egg in a basket
- Crispy bacon
- Sliced meats: carpano ham, carpano speck, juniper ham Villgrater Sesto, Crudo di Parma
- Custom cheese platters with Piccolo Brite Cortina cheeses
- Dessert dish of the day
Espresso drinks, freshly-squeezed orange juice, and other beverages are all served.
Most ingredients are sourced locally and responsibly, including the eggs, cheese, yogurts, sliced meats, and jams.
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Dinner
The Camina Suite & Spa restaurant serves local Ampezzo specialities including the beloved Casunzei (beetroot ravioli).
Due to limited space, it’s best to make a reservation in advance.
Opening Times | 7:30 pm – 9 pm / Closed on Tuesdays
Bar / Lounge
The hotel entrance and reception doubles as a lounge area and bar. You can order espresso drinks as well as wine at the reception and enjoy this common area.
Final Thoughts
Camina Suite & Spa is an exceptional hotel. In our estimation, it’s one of the top three hotels in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
We loved our suite, the spa, and the very satisfying breakfast.
Booking
For the best rates, we recommend checking out Booking.com.
If Camina Suite & Spa is fully booked, look for accommodation in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Dolomites Trip Planning Essentials
Use our Dolomites Travel Guide and Dolomites blog archive to plan an unforgettable trip to northeastern Italy.
When to Visit the Dolomites
Winter Season. For skiing and winter activities, the best time to visit is between mid/late December and March.
Summer and Fall Seasons. The best time to road trip and hike in the Dolomites is between mid-June and mid-September. If the weather is stable, the hiking season can easily continue until late October.
How to Get to the Dolomites
Read How to Get to the Dolomites to find out how to travel to the Dolomites from the closest airports, train stations, and bus terminals.
If you’re traveling without a car, also check out How to Visit the Dolomites Without a Car.
Car Rental
The easiest way to travel between hiking destinations in the Italian Dolomites is with your own car. Check out our itineraries for trip inspiration:
We recommend using the Discovercars.com car rental reservation platform to search for and book car rentals. This easy-to-use booking platform compares car rental deals from 500+ trusted providers, so that you can choose the best option for your trip.
Tip: If you can only drive automatic transmission cars, as opposed to manual transmission cars (stick shift), book your car rental as early as possible.
Best Places to Stay
Figuring out where to stay in the Dolomites is probably the biggest hurdle to planning a trip to the Dolomites. We’ve created three guides to help you decide where to stay:
- Where to Stay in the Dolomites in Summer: best villages and towns in South Tyrol, Trentino and Belluno
- Best Hotels in the Dolomites: best boutique and luxury hotels in the Dolomites
- Dolomites Accommodation Guide: farm stays, mountain huts, wellness hotels, aparthotels
- Val Gardena Hotels: best accommodations in Ortisei, Santa Cristina, and Selva
We suggest choosing 2-4 bases for your Dolomites trip and spending 2-4 nights in each base.
- Base 1: Val Gardena
- Base 2: Val di Funes
- Base 3: Alta Badia
- Base 4: Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Base 5: Alta Pusteria
- Base 6: San Martino di Castrozza
What to See & Do
During your trip to the Dolomites, you can go via ferrata climbing, culinary hiking, hut to hut hiking, cycling, paragliding, and so much more. We’ve highlighted our favorite experiences in Best Things to Do in the Dolomites.
Wherever you decide to stay, you’ll be surrounded by glorious mountain scenery and incredible natural landmarks.
In Best Places to Visit in the Dolomites, we’ve outlined the most iconic attractions as well as lesser-known destinations across the Dolomites, including Alpe di Siusi, Val di Funes, Lago di Braies, Prato Piazza, and Seceda.
Dolomites Hiking Guides
Hiking in the Dolomites is our passion. Year after year, we love discovering new trails and expanding our knowledge of the area. For day hiking, check out Best Day Hikes in the Dolomites. For trekking, take a look at our guide to Hut to Hut Hiking in the Dolomites and Alta Via 1.
For region-specific hiking trails, check out:
- Best Hikes in Val Gardena
- Best Hikes in Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Best Hikes in Alta Badia
- Sexten Dolomites Hiking Guide
- Puez-Odle Nature Park
Recommended Hiking Guidebook: Cicerone Guide: Shorter Walks in the Dolomites
More Dolomites Hotel Reviews
- Hotel de Len in Cortina d’Ampezzo
- Excelsior Dolomites Life Resort in San Vigilio di Marebbe, Kronplatz
- Badia Hill in Badia, Alta Badia
- Locanda degli Artisti Art Hotel in Canazei, Val di Fassa
- Dorfhotel Beludei in Santa Cristina, Val Gardena
- Naturhotel Leitlhof in San Candido, Alta Pusteria
- My Arbor – Plose Wellness Hotel near Brixen, South Tyrol
- Les Dolomites Mountain Lodges in Lungiarü, Kronplatz
