Hotel Ciasa Salares
Traditional Tyrolean alpine chalet with serious food credentials. Warm, personal, zero pretension. This is a place where 'rustic' is a compliment, not an apology.
Book the Cocun wine tasting with Jan Clemens in advance — it runs daily at 6pm (except Wednesdays) and maxes out at 8 guests
Why It Matters
One of the finest food-focused hotels in the Dolomites, with a storied history of Michelin-starred dining (La Siriola, previously on-site), an extraordinary wine cellar (Cocun), a dedicated cheese room (Nida) with 60+ raw-milk varieties, a chocolate room (Nodla) with 120+ varieties, and a ski lift (Armentarola) just 100 meters from the front door.
Hotel Ciasa Salares is a third-generation family operation run by the Wieser family since 1964, sitting at the edge of Armentarola about 2km outside San Cassiano in the Alta Badia. The building is steeped in Ladin culture — raw larch, pine, and fir paneling, handcrafted furniture, lampshades and headboards made by local artisans. And then there's the food: four restaurants including the acclaimed Cocun cellar with its 60+ raw-milk cheeses and over 120 chocolate varieties, plus a dedicated wine program with over 2,000 labels.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Junior Suite
Spacious South Tyrolean-style suite with a proper sitting area. All have a balcony facing the mountains. Good middle ground between the standard rooms and the larger suites.
Double · 33 sqm
Penthouse Rü Blanch
The crown of the property. 105 sqm of contemporary design — clean lines contrasting with the traditional chalet below. A freestanding bathtub sits in the room itself, there's a private hot tub on the terrace, an in-room infrared sauna, a bar corner, and panoramic views. Works for honeymooners and for families since many room configurations allow for connections.
King or twin · 105 sqmStandard Room
Compact and cozy entry-level room with that signature Tyrolean wood-panel look. Perfectly functional for a couple who plans to spend most of their time on the slopes or out hiking.
Double · 22 sqmSuite Conturines
One of the larger suite configurations, named after the Conturines peak. Notable for having both a bath and a separate shower, plus a walk-in closet. Third bed available on request.
Double or twin · 40 sqm
Suite Lavarella
Named after the Lavarella peak, this suite leans into coffee and sensory culture. Fits couples and families — a third bed is available on request. Large balcony or veranda and a proper walk-in closet.
Double or twin · 37 sqm
Suite Salares
The hotel's namesake suite — chocolate-themed, which tells you something about how seriously they take the whole culinary identity here. A proper alpine apartment feel with generous space for 2-3 guests.
Double or twin · 50 sqmSuperior Room
A step up in size and light, with stylistic variations mixing rustic elegance with more contemporary touches. Most have a balcony or veranda with Dolomite mountain views.
Double or twin · 27 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site cooking classes available as part of the hotel's broader culinary programming.
Two options: Fondue Chinoise (three meats, five homemade sauces, potato salad, €78/person) or Fondue di Fontina (Fontina cheese pot with crostini, boiled potatoes, pickles, fried polenta, €60/person). Min 2, max 7 guests. Must reserve by 5pm the prior day.
Private cheese tasting experience within Cocun — 60+ varieties of exclusively raw-milk cheeses from Italy and internationally, paired with wine selections.
120+ varieties of fine chocolate in a dedicated tasting room — part of the Cocun dining journey, including the La Siriola tasting menu progression.
Evening wine tastings led by sommelier Jan Clemens. Three formats available: 6 wines from Alto Adige, 6 biodynamic wines, or 6 Italian wines — each €60/person with snacks included. Optional cheese supplement €24/person. Available daily except Wednesdays at 6pm. Min 2, max 8 guests, 45–60 minutes.
Complimentary shuttle service to and from ski facilities. Guests also get a shuttle to trekking starting points in summer.
The Sciovia Armentarola ski lift is literally 100 meters from the hotel entrance, connecting guests directly into the Dolomiti Superski area — over 1,200km of groomed slopes including the famous Sellaronda circuit.
Snowshoe trails through the Alta Badia landscape for non-skiers in winter.
The hotel borders the Fanes Natural Park with direct access to Dolomites trails. Staff provide guidance on recommended routes. A shuttle takes guests to trailheads. Via ferrata is also accessible in the region.
Excursions on horseback through forests and mountain meadows near Armentarola.
Routes suitable for all levels through the Dolomites landscape. E-bike routes specifically accommodating for varying fitness levels.
Weekly outdoor summer picnics organized by the hotel. Outdoor BBQ facilities also available.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Sun terrace used in summer; log fire lounge for winter evenings.
On-site kitchen garden supplying fresh produce for the restaurants.
Covered garage parking available for an additional charge.
Ski room with individual lockers and boot/glove heaters.
Well-equipped gym open from 7:30am–8pm daily.
Large indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the garden and Dolomites peaks. Towels provided. Open 7:30am–8pm.
BUILD YOUR HOTEL CIASA SALARES PLAN
Rooms, dining, spa, and resort experiences — organized into one trip plan.
Start Planning