What Is It Really Like to Stay in a Dolomites Mountain Hut?
Published 22 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Friend!
This week, I’m taking you inside what it's like to stay in a rifugio and sharing exactly how you can plan your own stay in a mountain hut in the Dolomites.
I still remember the first time I stayed in a rifugio, muddy boots, warm polenta, and a sunset I’ll never forget. Rifugi are one of my favorite ways to experience the Dolomites.
My Favorite Rifugio in the Dolomites:
Rifugio Scotoni in Alta Badia, Dolomites
🏔️ Meet Rifugio Scotoni Tucked beneath the peaks near Lagazuoi, this rifugio stole my heart. You’ll find alpacas grazing outside, a fire-warmed dining room, and mountain views that feel unreal. They really lean into their Ladin heritage and you can feel it in EVERYTHING they do!
Scotoni has won awards for it's water, bottled at the source and is renowned for their grilled meats.
This was one of my favorite rifugios in the dolomites, it's one YOU need to plan on visiting too!
My tips:
Staying in a rifugio isn’t like booking a regular hotel — and you’ll want to be prepared.
Of course if that's not your thing, I have a great round up of my favorite hotels in the Dolomites that you can read (here)
Extra Read: Want to learn more about the Alpini soldiers who helped shape these Dolomite trails during WWI? I wrote about it for Stars and Stripes Europe. → Read my article for Stars and Stripes
See you on the trail, Kimberly
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I’m in constant contact with my guide on the ground, and the trip is fully refundable if anything changes.
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