Montanaris Alpine - Active - Relax – 4-Star Guest House in Villabassa

Montanaris Alpine – Active – Relax

Montanaris Alpine – Active – Relax is a 4-star guest house in Villabassa, South Tyrol, about 7 km from Lake Braies and just a few dozen metres from the village’s railway station.

The property caters to families, couples and small groups looking for a self-catering stay in the Dolomites: the apartments, all with their own kitchen, dining area and private bathroom, range from 34 to 65 m² and can accommodate from one to six people, with options that include balconies, patios, terraces and even a private sauna. Several units enjoy garden, pool or mountain views.

Common facilities include an outdoor pool, a wellness centre with sauna and steam room, a garden, a terrace and free private parking, plus free WiFi throughout the property. Breakfast, continental or Italian, is also available as a takeaway for those setting off early on the trails.

The location in Villabassa makes it easy to reach the Tre Cime Nature Park and the area’s ski slopes, making the property a practical base for hiking, cycling and winter sports all year round.

★ 9.4 · Excellent · 485 reviews

Room types

The accommodations at Montanaris Alpine – Active – Relax are all independent apartments with a full kitchen, private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV with cable channels and a coffee machine. Sizes range from the 34 m² of the base Apartment to the 65 m² of the Apartment with Sauna, with capacities ranging from a single guest up to six people in the two-separate-bedroom option.

Beyond the shared amenities, each type offers a distinctive feature: balconies with city or garden views, patios and terraces, a bathtub in the Deluxe and Deluxe with Sauna units, and a private sauna in the apartment of the same name. The Deluxe Apartment with 2 Bedrooms is designed for larger groups, with a walk-in shower and a sofa bed in the living room. Every room is supplied with bed linen and towels.

Apartment

34 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed
Max 3 guests
Balcony, City view, Dishwasher

The base Apartment, at 34 m², is the most compact option in the property: it has an equipped kitchen with dishwasher, a balcony with city and inner courtyard views, soundproofed walls and a coffee machine. Ideal for those seeking a practical pied-à-terre without giving up independence.

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Superior Apartment

42 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed
Max 4 guests
Patio, Balcony, Coffee machine

Larger than the base model, the Superior Apartment offers 42 m² and an outdoor patio in addition to the panoramic balcony, accommodating up to four people. The kitchen comes with a dishwasher, and the sleeping area benefits from soundproofed walls.

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Deluxe Apartment

53 m² · Private bathroom

3 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed
Max 5 guests
Bathtub, Terrace, Living area

With a private entrance and 53 m² of space, the Deluxe Apartment is the only one among the smaller units to offer both a shower and a bathtub. The separate living area and terrace make it suitable for longer family stays.

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Deluxe Apartment with 2 Bedrooms

55 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed and 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 6 guests
Garden view, Sofa bed, Bathroom with walk-in shower

This is the only type with two separate bedrooms plus a living room with a sofa bed, designed for groups of up to six people. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and the balcony opens onto the garden, for a more spacious and sociable stay.

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Apartment with Sauna

65 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed
Max 3 guests
Private sauna, Terrace, Living area

The largest in the property at 65 m², this apartment is the only one with a private sauna. A living area, a panoramic terrace and a garden view round out the offering, for a stay oriented towards relaxation.

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Apartment

34 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed and 1 large double bed
Max 1 guest
Balcony, Full kitchen, Coffee machine

A single-occupancy variant of the 34 m² apartment, with a large double bed instead of the extra-large one and a private balcony. It is the best option for solo travellers who still want a full kitchen at their disposal.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're travelling with family: the apartments accommodate up to 6 people with two separate bedrooms.
Yes, if you want to cook for yourself: every apartment has a full kitchen with dishwasher and hob.
Yes, if you're looking to relax: the property offers an outdoor pool, sauna and steam room.
Yes, if you're travelling by car: free private parking is available on site.
Yes, if you love getting around by bike or on foot: the property organises tours and is close to trails and ski slopes.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you want to bring more than 3 pets: the property accepts a maximum of 3, with a surcharge of EUR 20 each per night.
Maybe not, if you need an extra bed: the property has no extra beds available, only cots on request.
Maybe not, if you're planning a party or a bachelor/bachelorette party: events of this kind are not allowed.
Maybe not, if you only pay by card: the property accepts cash only as a payment method.

Hotel facilities & services

Montanaris Alpine – Active – Relax offers guests an outdoor pool, a garden and a sun terrace, plus a wellness centre with sauna, steam room and dedicated relaxation area. Private parking is free and also includes a valet parking service.

For those who like to be outdoors, the property organises walking and cycling tours and is a starting point for hiking and skiing in the appropriate season. General services include a lift, a safe, a shuttle service, daily housekeeping, laundry and wheelchair access for guests with disabilities.

On the dining side, a bar, a snack bar and the option of breakfast in the room are available, with menus for special diets on request. Every unit is connected to the internet and equipped with a flat-screen TV and satellite channels.

Great for your stay

Free parking
Private bathroom
Parking
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Balcony
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Spa and wellness centre
Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

Terrace
Garden
Hiking
Skiing
Bike tours
Shuttle service
Safe
Lift
Daily housekeeping
Laundry service
Wheelchair access
Spa/relaxation area
Steam room
Sauna
Heating

Parking

Valet parking service

Food & drink

Fruit
Wine/champagne
Menus for special diets (on request)
Snack bar
Breakfast in the room available
Bar

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Satellite channels
Radio
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Private bathroom
Bathrobe
Hairdryer
Shower
Bed linen
View
Coffee machine
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Kitchenette
Dining area
Living area
Sofa bed
Microwave

Location & what to see

Montanaris Alpine – Active – Relax is located in the centre of Villabassa, in the Val Pusteria valley, a mountain village at about 1,150 metres above sea level at the gates of the Tre Cime Nature Park. The area retains a typically alpine character, with South Tyrolean-style houses and a quiet setting, suitable for those seeking a relaxed base for exploring the Dolomites.

The Niederdorf-Prags – Villabassa-Braies railway station is just 100 metres away, convenient for those arriving without a car, while Dobbiaco station is about 4.6 km away. Several restaurants can be found nearby, including Bachmann at 50 metres and Mexico City at 150 metres. Lake Braies, one of the most photographed lakes in the Dolomites, is about 7 km away, and the Tre Cime Nature Park is 2.4 km away. The nearest airport is Bolzano, about 70 km away.

In winter the area offers direct access to ski slopes and cross-country trails, while in summer hiking and cycling tourism take over, with routes towards Lake Landro (16 km) and Lake Sorapis (31 km). The property itself organises walking and cycling tours, making it easy to explore the trails of the UNESCO World Heritage Dolomites without too much advance planning.

Niederdorf-Prags - Villabassa-Braies Station — railway connection just steps from the property, convenient without a car 100 m

Bachmann Restaurant — local South Tyrolean cuisine a short walk from the entrance 50 m

Mexico City Restaurant — international cuisine alternative in the village centre 150 m

Tre Cime Nature Park — protected area with hiking trails among the Dolomites 2.4 km

Lake Braies — alpine lake among the most photographed in the Dolomites 7 km

Bolzano Airport — nearest airport for those arriving by plane 70 km

What guests say about Montanaris Alpine – Active – Relax

9.4

Excellent · 485 reviews

Staff

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Location

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Facilities

9.4

Value for money

8.7

Free Wi-Fi

8.6

Guests particularly praise cleanliness and comfort (9.6), the staff (9.6) and the location (9.4). The value for money also remains solid at 8.7. Couples especially appreciate the location, rated 9.5 for a trip for two.