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Hotel Gardenia
Hotel
5-15 min to slopes
Catered or Self-catered
About Hotel Gardenia
Hotel Gardenia is a traditional alpine hotel in Passo Tonale, operating on a half-board basis that includes breakfast and dinner each day. The wood-panelled dining room serves a menu that spans regional Italian dishes alongside international options, with mountain views across the surrounding peaks. The in-house spa is a genuine draw after time on the slopes: facilities include an indoor pool, a children's pool, hot tub, sauna, and steam room — a comprehensive wellness offering for a property of this type. Evenings have a social character, with guests gathering in the lounge and bar for regular entertainment programmes. The hotel sits within a short walk of the resort centre, making it straightforward to access Passo Tonale's shops, restaurants, and lift network without relying on transport. For families in particular, the combination of half-board dining, dedicated children's pool, and evening entertainment removes much of the logistical friction from a ski holiday. The traditional character of the building — warm interiors, wood panelling — gives it a grounded, unpretentious feel that suits the resort's accessible, family-oriented reputation.
The Layout
Multi-storey traditional alpine hotel building with rooms distributed across four floors, with public areas and spa on the lower levels.
Amenities
14 features available
Pool
Sauna
Spa
Bar Area
Elevator
Gym
Ski Room
WiFi
Hot Tub
Steam Room
Garden
Restaurant
Pool
Sauna
Spa
Bar Area
Elevator
Gym
Ski Room
WiFi
Hot Tub
Steam Room
Garden
Restaurant
Pool
Sauna
Spa
Bar Area
Elevator
Gym
Ski Room
WiFi
Hot Tub
Steam Room
Garden
Restaurant
Winter 2026/27 Pricing
Low Season
From
£135
per night
Mid Season
From
£185
per night
High Season
From
£295
per night
Location
Passo Tonale sits on the border between Lombardy and Trentino in northern Italy, at an altitude that keeps snow conditions reliable throughout the season. The resort is compact and walkable, and Hotel Gardenia is positioned roughly five minutes on foot from the main village centre and the ski lift network. That proximity means early starts are straightforward and returning to the hotel mid-day is practical rather than an expedition. The Adamello Ski area offers over 100 kilometres of piste, with connections to Ponte di Legno expanding the options further. Passo Tonale is accessible by road from both Brescia and Trento, and is a reasonable transfer from Verona, Milan Malpensa, and Bergamo airports.
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About Passo Tonale
High-altitude, snow-sure skiing with glacier access in the spectacular Italian Alps.
Ideal forFamiliesBeginnersSnow-seekersIntermediates
- Altitude
- 1,883m
- Summit
- 3,000m
- Pistes
- 100km
- Drop
- 1,879m
- Snowfall
- 4.5m per season
- Season
- Late Nov – Early May
Located on a high mountain pass connecting Trentino and Lombardy, Passo Tonale offers an exceptionally snow-sure and sunny ski experience. As a purpose-built resort village sitting above the tree line at 1,883m, it provides seamless ski-in/ski-out access to wide, open slopes that are perfect for beginners, intermediates, and families looking to build their confidence on the snow. The resort serves as the high-altitude hub of the expansive Pontedilegno-Tonale ski domain. Beyond its sunny, south-facing plateau, Passo Tonale connects to the spectacular Presena Glacier at 3,000m, ensuring a remarkably long ski season that stretches from late autumn well into spring. Skiers can also link directly to the charming, tree-lined slopes of Ponte di Legno and Temù, offering a contrasting and sheltered alpine environment. This dynamic combination of high-altitude cruising, thrilling off-piste descents, and family-friendly amenities makes Passo Tonale a highly versatile and appealing Italian destination.
Passo Tonale boasts a wide, sunny, and treeless bowl perfect for confidence-building, alongside the snow-sure Presena Glacier offering spectacular high-alpine runs. The linked area of Ponte di Legno provides a stark contrast with its challenging, red and black tree-lined descents, ensuring excellent variety for all abilities.
Set between the Adamello-Presanella Alps and the Ortler Alps, this region spans both Trentino and Lombardy, offering diverse terrain and stunning glaciated peaks.
Ski areas
South-Facing Bowl
BeginnerWide, gentle, sunny slopes right by the village, perfect for learning and building confidence.
Presena Glacier
AdvancedHigh-altitude red runs and thrilling off-piste routes starting at 3,000m with breathtaking panoramic views.
Ponte di Legno
IntermediateFast, tree-lined red runs offering shelter on windy or low-visibility days, linked directly by gondola.
Temù
ExpertQuiet, challenging red and black forest pistes at the lower end of the domain.
Contrabbandieri
FreerideFamous off-piste itineraries starting from the Tonale pass, highly sought after by freeriders.
Getting there
Bergamo Orio al Serio (BGY)
2h 30min
130km
The Fly Ski Shuttle operates from major regional airports (Bergamo, Verona, Milan) during winter; private taxi transfers are also readily available. Ample outdoor and some covered parking available near accommodations and base stations.
Season & passes
Late November to early May
The Presena Glacier often opens earlier in November and stays open later into the spring months.
Lift passes
Adult Day Pass (EUR 65), Adult 6-Day Pass (EUR 330)
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LOW SEASON
£135
/night