Grand Hotel Savoia & Spa
Alpine grandeur meets contemporary luxury — wood-lined rooms, mountain views, a strong après-ski social scene, and a guest list that reads like a 20th-century history book
The 1224 Bar is a genuine social hangout for Cortina locals — it's not just a hotel bar. Head bartender Mauro even wrote a book about his globe-trotting life, and will mix cocktails tableside from a trolley.
Why It Matters
One of the oldest continuously operating grand hotels in the Dolomites (est. 1912), with a genuine celebrity guest list spanning Tolstoy to Charlton Heston to Sophia Loren. Now part of Radisson Collection, it hosted guests during the 2021 Alpine World Ski Championships. The Savoia SPA's head therapist won the inaugural Global Therapist of the Year at the Hall of Wellness Awards.
Built in 1912, the Grand Hotel Savoia is Cortina d'Ampezzo's original grande dame — the sort of place where Churchill and FDR once signed the guest book, and Sophia Loren famously attended the 1956 Winter Olympics just outside. But this isn't a dusty museum piece. A major 2009 renovation, followed by further refurbishment under the Radisson Collection flag, turned it into a genuinely contemporary luxury hotel. The 132 rooms lean into the Alpine chalet aesthetic: warm wood panelling, earthy tones, modern bathrooms. Right on Via Roma, Cortina's main pedestrian street, it's the most central address in town.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Collection Premium — Dolomites View
The Premium tier adds extra square footage and a dedicated living area by the window — so you actually have somewhere comfortable to sit and take in the mountains. King bed, upgraded bathroom.
1 king
Collection Room
The entry-level rooms at the Savoia are still genuinely generous — designed with natural wood details, earthy textiles, and a cosy fireplace. All come with minibar, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi. Dolomite mountain views from most rooms.
2 twin or 1 queenCollection Superior — Dolomites View
Slightly larger and airier than the standard Collection rooms, these open-plan spaces lean into natural light and Dolomite views. Good option for interconnecting rooms if you're travelling with family or friends — some units link together.
2 twin or 1 queenJunior Suite — Dolomites View
Contemporary suites with a style drawn from the vivid colours of the surrounding alpine nature. Some have an electric fireplace. Private balcony with Dolomite views on select units.
2 twinPremier Suite — Dolomites View
A step up from the standard suite with more generous proportions and a king bed. Dolomite views, upgraded furnishings, and space for up to 4 adults.
1 kingRoyal Suite Savoia
The hotel's flagship accommodation. Fully furnished private terrace with uninterrupted Dolomite peak views, an eco-friendly electric fireplace, and a private bathroom finished entirely in Italian marble. Spacious enough for up to 5 adults — the most impressive address in the building.
1 queenSuite — Dolomites View
Full suites with a separate living area, private balcony, and Dolomite views. Nature-inspired palette with electric fireplace in some. Accommodates up to 4 adults.
2 twin or 1 kingThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The concierge team can recommend official Bike Resort routes for all ages and fitness levels, arrange bike rental, organise guided tours, and provide e-bikes and child seats. Routes range from challenging mountain trails to gentle valley meanders.
Named after Rupi the Alpine chamois mascot, the hotel's children's club runs during peak winter season (Christmas/New Year and February Carnival) for ages 3–12. A dedicated space with creative, educational, cultural, and sporting activities led by specialist staff. Lets parents enjoy dinner, the spa, or a drink in peace.
The hotel's dedicated Ski Concierge team handles everything: weather reports, snow conditions, equipment prep and rental support, ski lessons (beginner to advanced), plus premium experiences including First Tracks and Snowcat Powder Tours.
Dedicated on-site ski room with private heated lockers for storing equipment and ensuring warm, dry boots every morning. Two separate areas for ski boots and ski/snowboard equipment.
120km of slopes divided into three areas. Cortina is a regular stop on the Ski World Cup circuit. Highlights include Cinque Torre, the heights of Tofana, and Faloria (reached by cable car 600m from the hotel). Artificial snow on more than 90% of piste. Off-piste backcountry terrain available for experienced skiers.
Premium off-piste experience arranged through the hotel's Ski Concierge team. Book well in advance during peak season.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Two meeting rooms plus a Ballroom suitable for weddings and conventions. All equipped with modern AV facilities.
Available throughout the hotel — all rooms and public areas.
Babysitting services available on request (surcharge applies).
State-of-the-art equipment. Personal trainers available on request.
Dogs and cats welcome in guestrooms (size limitations may apply; pets not permitted in the spa).
Full-service concierge: ski pass purchase, ski instructor booking, restaurant reservations, event tickets, transport, personal shopping, guided hikes, and more.
Open year-round. Part of the Savoia SPA complex.
Self-parking available on-site.
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