When you enter the Naturhotel Alpenrose, you will feel it: Here you can leave everyday life behind and completely relax. Even before its construction, attention was paid to natural materials, which provide a very special atmosphere, for warmth and comfort. The processed wood comes for the most part from local forests. Hand-chopped larch shingles, which were prepared by a Lungau farmer, adorn the façade.

When you enter the Naturhotel Alpenrose, you will feel it: Here you can leave everyday life behind and completely relax. Even before its construction, attention was paid to natural materials, which provide a very special atmosphere, for warmth and comfort. The processed wood comes for the most part from local forests. Hand-chopped larch shingles, which were prepared by a Lungau farmer, adorn the façade.

Nestled among mountains, rivers and lakes, Hotel Skipass is the perfect retreat in the Julian Alps. Steps from the slopes and the town center, the family-run hotel delights guests with warm hospitality, modern décor, stellar dining, and astounding views. The alpine architecture fits flawlessly amidst its rustic setting, while light-wood interiors give the ample rooms a Scandinavian feel.

A delightful small hotel, Dobra Vila features rooms with smart and original décor, all offering the expected creature comforts and above-par bathrooms. The hotel's restaurant serves delicious meals on the terrace, paired with astounding mountain views, or indoors - try for a spot in the fireplace nook.

Once a roadside inn and a village mill, Hisa Franko is now home to a three-generation family who run this historic countryside estate famed for its restaurant headed up by Slovenia's star chef Ana Ros. The beautifully appointed rooms are spacious and light; some have terraces with hammocks. Guests can enjoy in-room massages, the lovely grounds, and myriad activities in the surrounding valley.

Set in a 16th-century castle, the luxury Hotel Gredic sits in the heart of Slovenia's Brda wine country. The individually decorated guest rooms feature a range of amenities like Wi-Fi, A/C, and private bathrooms with heated floors. The on-site restaurant serves local specialties, the bar offers drinks and snacks, and there's a terrace with views of the surrounding vineyards.

At this stunning property right in the center of town, classical elegance melds effortlessly with a contemporary edge and Italian flair. Most of the elegant rooms - all with marble bathrooms - offer sweeping views over the Gulf of Trieste; some have private balconies. Most of Trieste's attractions are just a walk away.