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April 2026
his love for hospitality was awakened early and grew steadily. At just 25 years old, he took over the family hotel and, through several construction phases, transformed it with diligence, courage, and vision into today's Alpin Garden Luxury Maison & SPA. "A luxurious retreat where I could realise my passion for detail and my penchant for the extraordinary with a touch of eccentricity." To this day, he finds joy in continually redesigning the Alpin Garden and incorporating creative ideas. "This is how our
A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE The unique atmosphere at Alpin Garden is relaxed, stylish, personal, and yet luxurious. Eccentric, extraordinary, and style-conscious – at the same time connected to nature and deeply rooted in its homeland. "Here, you should simply be yourself," says Markus Hofer. As an adults-only hotel, the Alpin Garden prioritises a relaxed atmosphere and discretion. At the same time, the hotel impresses with its personalised service, where the wishes of each individual guest are always the focus. Furthermore, the ambiance is a harmonious blend of modern design and
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Anyone entering the Alpin Garden immediately senses that it is not about standards, but about individuality, authenticity, and the feeling of having arrived. It all began in 1971 when Alberta and Karl Hofer opened the small Garni Garden for the winter season. "My mother cared for the guests with great warmth, while my father pursued his passion for woodcarving," recalls Markus Hofer, the current host. The family spirit shaped the establishment from the very beginning, and even as a child, Markus helped his mother with breakfast service. This is how
haven in the heart of the Dolomites came to be – created to offer guests the most wonderful time of the year."
TEXT: NANE STEINHOFF
Nestled in Val Gardena, amidst majestic peaks and alpine beauty, the 5-star adultsonly Alpin Garden Luxury Maison & SPA unfolds as a place that offers far more than mere accommodation. It is a home brimming with inspiration, luxury and a personal touch, created to provide travellers seeking to escape their everyday lives with the most wonderful time of the year.
PHOTOS: KLAUS PETERLINI & ANDREAS SENONER
A GOLDEN JEWEL IN THE HEART OF THE DOLOMITES