Get it while you canThe 2009-2010 ski season is nearing its close. There are still some great deals to be had so if you're yearning for that special glow that only high-altitude sun and plenty of exercise can bring, then try one of these stunning hotels. These are all luxury ski resorts, so don't forget to pack your very best après-ski wear along with your sunscreen. |
| Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains - St. Moritz, Switzerland Uncomplicated luxury with spacious, classically-styled rooms and suites in this Alpine haven. The hotel is perched atop a network of pistes and everything is catered for. Your boots are warmed, skis ready and an instructor reserved - or a helicopter, ready for an adrenaline-filled skiing experience. The hotel was built on the site of a natural spring, so today's Spa focusses on the healing power of this precious water. Steam and sauna, alpine herbs complete the experience. |
| Singer Sporthotel and SPA - Berwang, Austria Tyrolean comfort in the Austrian Alps. Roaring fires and wood-panelled walls, soft sofas and amazing views make this cosy hideaway one of the Tyrol's best-kept secrets. With direct access to pristine slopes, a range of active programmes and private guides, plus a piste-side restaurant, the resort offers keen skiers an exceptional experience. Featuring a wonderful spa with an especially spacious sauna and a focus on local herbs to soothe and ease after a day's skiing, this is a safe bet for a fantastic winter escape. |
| Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort & Spa - Colorado, USA This modern chateau offers amazing views from the slopeside rooms, many are interconnecting so it's ideal for the family. With ski-in/ski-out and slopeside ski valets on hand to store your kit at the end of the day, it's a fabulous skiing experience. For non-skiers there's lots going on, too, with every winter activity under the sun - from snowshoe trails to dog sledding - and plenty of relaxation opportunities, too, with outdoor hot tubs, fire pit and an indulgent spa to while away the hours in a state of bliss. |
