Gran Baita Hotel and Spa, Courmayeur, Italy

Just a 10-minute walk from Courmayeur’s vibrant and pretty centre, the highly regarded Gran Baita Hotel & Wellness is well located and offers a free shuttle to Dolonne cable car located less than 800m away. If driving here outdoor parking is free, and rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen satellite TV.

All bedrooms at the Gran Baita Courmayeur come with a minibar and parquet floors. Most rooms have a balcony or terrace, some with views of Mont Blanc. On-site facilities include a wellness area boasting a heated swimming pool with indoor and outdoor areas, a sauna and hot tub. Beauty and relaxation treatments can also be booked.

The superb La Sapinière restaurant serves dishes from the Aosta Valley as well as other national cuisine. Drinks can be enjoyed out on the bar’s terrace with a panoramic view across the Mont Blanc mountain range. The hotel can be booked on an accommodation only basis, including breakfasts or half board to suit, or as a package including UK flights and transfers.