If you love Sestriere's sophisticated atmosphere and are looking for a little luxury to match, the Principi di Piemonte might be your guy. It's an exceptional 4-star hotel, with big, beautiful fireplaces, comfy lounging areas and spacious, wood-panelled bedrooms. The slopes are just 5 minutes away on foot, but who needs to walk when a hotel shuttle will take you there? There's a comprehensive wellness centre, naturally, an excellent restaurant and a super-smart vibe throughout - without a touch of stuffiness.

for 2 people on half board sharing a twin room with private shower and WC. Single occupancy rooms, triple rooms and superior twin rooms, all with private shower and WC, are available at a supplement. All rooms have flatscreen satellite TV, WiFi, telephone, hairdryer, minibar and safe.Cots are available to hire for €70 per week. Please request at time of booking. Charge is payable locally with hotelier and prices are subject to change.

bar lounge après bar extra charge for wellness centre with indoor pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and fitness room extra charge for massage and beauty treatments WiFi games room kids' play area free miniclub for children ages 3 to 12 years extra charge for babysitting ski room ski lockers heated boot warmers shuttle bus lift to all floors

5 minutes' walk from the lifts 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Sestriere shuttle bus to the slopes

hot buffet breakfast 4-course evening meals with choice of menu and dessert buffet Christmas and New Year gala dinners included children's meals available on request through the miniclub