Opened
1894
Price
$$$
Outside the door
Restored alpine manor
Life here moves at an unhurried pace, centered around wood-burning fireplaces and verandas looking out over pine forests.
Where it shines
Notable
An eight-room manor where staff prepare fireside drinks and mountain-view soaking tubs.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
The interiors are just as impressive as the views, especially on the ground level, where the elegant living and drawing rooms feature high coffered ceilings, an ornate Viennese chandelier, and original woodwork.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Hiking trails and waterfalls weave through the surrounding forest, with cross-country ski routes climbing Mount Szrenica.
The rooms
Bedrooms display hand-carved wainscoting and pale linen, opening into stone bathrooms with freestanding soaking tubs.
The spa
Treatment rituals incorporate Tibetan singing bowls and herbal infusions. Next door, a cold plunge shower draws from a mountain spring.
At the table
Seasonal farm-to-table dishes are served in the dining room, or outdoors on the stone terrace among blooming rhododendrons.
How it began
Built in 1894 as a mountain sanatorium, the manor later housed Franciscan nuns whose winged habits inspired the name.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
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.