Hotel Rive, Bardonecchia

Location: Regione Molino 4 - loc. Campo Smith, Bardonecchia, IT

A 76-room sport-orientated complex in the Italian Alps, offering guests a variety of outdoor and recreational activities, a complete fitness centre and luxurious spa facilities equipped with sauna, Turkish bath and hot tub. The resort was part of the Turin Winter Olympics amenities in 2006 and is right beside the Campo Smith cable car, the ski-lift being 1 km from the premises. Heated-storage facilities are available for skis. Organised summer activities include trekking, canoeing. or guests can just "go it alone" on hired mountain bikes. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar before going into the on-site restaurant, which serves regional cuisine for lunch and dinner. Many of the units afford magnificent mountain views and some accommodate 3 or 4 persons, the others being double and twin rooms. The staff speak several languages and will advise about the laundry service, etc.

Star rating: 4

Guest rating: 3.665

Amenities: Small pets allowed (under 5 kg), Large pets allowed (over 5 kg), Wheelchair-accessible, Car park, Garage, 24-hour reception, Wi-fi