San Luis Retreat and Hotel Lodges
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San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodges is a secluded alpine retreat in Avelengo, set above Merano in South Tyrol. It has a calm forest-lodge feel, with private chalets and treehouses, lake views, warm wooden interiors, fireplaces, spa facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, and a quiet mountain setting. It’s a good choice if you want Italy to feel slower, cosier, and more nature-focused, with easy access to hiking, skiing, wellness, and the Dolomites’ softer alpine scenery.
Rooms
Loft Chalet Suite A
- 1 King Bed
- Lake View
- Large Terrace
- Private Sauna
A lakeside chalet made for slow alpine mornings.
Treehouse E
- 1 King Bed
- Balcony
- Panoramic Bathtub
- Private Sauna
A cosy loft-style treehouse surrounded by forest views.
Luxury Treehouse G
- 1 King Bed
- Forest View
- Fireplace
- Private Sauna
A two-storey treehouse with extra space and privacy.
What this place offers
- Bar
- Parking
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Gym
- Room Service
Dining
San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodges has one main restaurant in the Clubhouse, plus private chalet dining, in-room breakfast, and a bar. The food focuses on South Tyrolean specialities, alpine flavours, Mediterranean touches, local produce, garden ingredients, and homemade sweets. Clubhouse Restaurant – The main dining space at the retreat, serving à la carte dishes shaped by alpine tradition, Mediterranean flavours, local ingredients, and seasonal produce. Chalet Dining – A private dining option with cottage-style dishes, grilled food, South Tyrolean specialities, starters, salads, sliced meats, desserts, and fruit served in your chalet. In-Room Breakfast – Breakfast is served directly in the chalets and treehouses, with homemade breads, cakes, spreads, fresh milk, salami, and classic South Tyrolean flavours. Bar – Located in the Clubhouse, the bar adds a relaxed place for drinks close to the lounge spaces, restaurant, cinema, and outdoor terrace.
Spa & Wellness
The spa at San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodges is a country-style wellness space designed around water, warmth, and the forest setting. Guests can unwind in the indoor pool with an open fire, swim out toward the heated outdoor pool, or relax in the hydromassage area set in the middle of the lake. The wellness facilities include saunas, steam baths, relaxation rooms, a fitness area, and peaceful spaces that connect naturally with the retreat’s alpine surroundings. Fireplaces, lake views, and timber interiors give the spa a warm lodge-like feel, making it ideal for slow recovery after hiking, skiing, or exploring South Tyrol. Treatments focus on natural ingredients and personalised rituals, with massages using essential oils, local herb compresses, cosmetic treatments, makeup, hair styling, and tailored wellness experiences. It feels calm and restorative without being overly formal, which suits the private retreat atmosphere of San Luis.
Location
Getting There
From Bolzano, San Luis Retreat Hotel & Lodges is around a 35-45 minute drive to Avelengo.
