La Val Hotel & Spa, Brigels

• Blissful mountain bolthole: Tucked away in the idyllic village of Brigels, La Val Hotel & Spa is one of the Swiss Alps’ dreamiest not-so-hidden gems, and sports an impressive array of awards to its name. An atmospheric away-from-it-all retreat, this enchanting abode blends classic alpine cosiness with hints of contemporary luxury, with designer interiors boasting gorgeous stone and wood features, plush fur throws and plenty of exquisite traditional touches. And with Brigels’ extensive outdoor offerings at your doorstep, you’re in for a box-ticking alpine escape at any time of year.
  
  

• Alpine flavours: From freshly-baked bread to Brigel cows’ milk, Grisons cold cuts and local cheeses, breakfasts here are a hearty village affair. Later on, enjoy casual lunches at Da Rubi, a stylish alpine-meets-urban eatery serving gourmet cuisine and alpine favourites like cheese fondue and indulgent raclettes. In fine weather, savour your meal from the beautiful sun terrace or the Sunset Lounge - and come evening, the elegant Ustria Miracla restaurant is your go-to for refined regional fare and top-notch wines in an intimate candlelit setting.
  
  

• Award-winning wellness: Oozing rustic charm and alpine tranquillity, the sprawling 680-square-metre spa is the ultimate destination for feel-good mountain moments. Start by bubbling away with a glass of fizz in the panoramic outdoor whirlpool, before retreating inside to the Finnish and bio saunas, steam baths, sensory showers and more. After that, melt into the indoor pool or hunker down by the fireplace in the cosy winter garden, and perhaps pamper yourself with a soothing massage or a high-end beauty treatment.

Entry requirements

The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.