Rosa Alpina: The Next Chapter
The transformation of Rosa Alpina will include a careful consideration of the exquisite natural environment surrounding the property.
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By Lifestyle Editor
Since its opening in 1939, Rosa Alpina has provided an unparalleled base in the charming village of San Cassiano for exploring Italy’s majestic Unesco-protected Dolomites. From today, the serene mountain retreat undergoes an extensive refurbishment to usher in a new era for the illustrious property and is temporarily closed. Reopening for the 2024/5 winter season, the hotel will emerge as a fully-fledged Aman.
The refurbishment of Rosa Alpina will be overseen by long-time Aman collaborator Jean-Michel Gathy of Denniston Architects who most recently masterminded the monumental transformation of the Crown Building to become Aman New York. The redesign will include a complete remodelling of all guestrooms. With an emphasis on space, the current 52 rooms and suites will be reduced to just 50, each varying in size and layout. Two 150-square-metre Presidential Suites will form the most spacious room category, alongside the existing 280-square-metre Chalet Zeno, a private refuge accommodating up to six guests.
Architectural enhancements to the exterior of the hotel and interior communal areas will allow for a more diverse and extensive culinary offering, with the addition of private dining spaces for intimate celebrations. The refined gastronomy will draw upon the hotel’s rich culinary heritage, providing a variety of options, from informal alfresco fondues to exquisite fine dining multi-course feasts. The wellness offering will be extended to almost double the original size and reconfigured to incorporate an outdoor swimming pool and jacuzzi, as well as a meticulously curated treatment menu to complement the new facilities. Families will be catered to with a specially designed activity centre offering experiences for all ages.