Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy
Renovated
2025
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Design Heritage SocialOutside the door
High-fashion alpine clubhouse
Inside, quiet fireside mornings and lively mountain aperitivi build toward late-night subterranean energy as the village winds down.
“Mountain wood and classic furnishings receive a jolt of energy from contemporary art and bold pops of color.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Velvet armchairs, dark wood paneling, stone fireplaces, and custom Italian furnishings create an elevated alpine sanctuary.
Notable
Dating to 1826 as Cortina's oldest hotel, the landmark preserves its original timber details and sky-blue shutters.
Notable
Aperitivi on the pedestrianised Corso Italia terrace lead to late-night DJ sets inside the phone-free Brave Club.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Wallpaper* and AFAR.
Made with a mix of heritage and intention, Ancora feels less like a revival than a return to form: Cortina’s old soul, seen through a sharper lens.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Set directly along the pedestrianized Corso Italia, the front steps lead into Cortina's evening passeggiata and nearby ski lifts.
The rooms
Every room frames views of the jagged Dolomites, layered with dark timber paneling, jewel-toned velvet, and curated art books.
The spa
Spread across multiple levels, the 230-square-meter spa houses light timber saunas, steam rooms, and white-cushioned relaxation lounges.
The gym
Technogym treadmills and wall-mounted stall bars line the fitness studio, outfitted with warm wood floors and mirrors.
The Restaurant
Linen-draped tables sit beneath white vaulted ceilings, serving regional Dolomite dishes backed by an illuminated wine cellar.
He enlisted designer Vicky Charles to conjure wood-clad salons with velvet armchairs and jewel-toned spaces packed with custom Molteni&C furnishings, antiques and contemporary art.
At the table
Crimson velvet stools line the illuminated cocktail counter, leading to late-night music in the phone-free Brave Club.
How it began
Founded in 1826 as Cortina's oldest hotel, the property was revived by fashion entrepreneur Renzo Rosso into an artful mountain lodge.
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Cortina d'Ampezzo
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.