As an ski enthusiast, I know that ski weeks get booked early — and the useful news is rarely the flashiest. Here’s what I’d watch for the 2026–27 season, and how to think about.
If you are planning your first ever ski vacation, I have a portfolio of perfect gems for you to start skiing and irreversibly fall in love with it. Reach out and let’s start planning!
What to watch
The headline openings (brand new for 2026‑27)
Rosewood Courchevel Le Jardin Alpin — Courchevel 1850, France.
Rosewood’s first-ever ski property, opening December 2026.
A ski‑in/ski‑out at 1850 with direct access to Les Trois Vallées. Just 51 rooms and suites plus three private houses, designed by Tristan Auer (copper, mirror, stone, timber), a 12th‑floor restaurant doing Savoyard fondue with panoramic views, and Rosewood’s Asaya spa with cryotherapy. Flagship-level splurge (expect €2,000+/night).
The Park Gstaad, A Four Seasons Hotel — Gstaad, Switzerland.
The iconic Park is reopening under Four Seasons in time for the 2026‑27 season after a full reimagining by Joseph Dirand.
75 rooms, destination spa, indoor/outdoor pools, winter ice rink, ski services. This is THE opening if the season for Switzerland.
Just opened —ready to be booked for their first full season
Aman Rosa Alpina — San Cassiano, Dolomites, Italy.
Aman’s reincarnation of the legendary Rosa Alpina opened mid‑2025, so this is one of its first full ski seasons. 51 suites, serious Aman spa, and ski‑to‑door access into the 745‑mile Dolomiti Superski. Design-lover’s dream, roughly €1,200+/night.
Six Senses Crans‑Montana — Crans‑Montana, Switzerland.
Truly excited about Six Senses philosophy being brought into the mountains.
True ski‑in/ski‑out and still very new. This is the wellness pick — bio‑hacking spa, sleep and longevity programming — with Bond-worthy slopeside setting. Great if the trip is as much about recovery as skiing.
Design / boutique and value
Casa Cook Madonna di Campiglio — Dolomites, Italy.
Opened 2025, adults‑only, 50 rooms, design‑forward and relaxed rather than grand — with a three‑Michelin‑star chef (Jacob Jan Boerma) attached. Ski‑to‑village rather than ski‑out, but the best-value design boutique on this list at around €255/night.
Popalp — La Plagne, France.
A playful, art‑and‑pop‑culture boutique on the Paradiski slopes. Not luxury, but genuinely fun and the value standout at roughly €156/night — worth it if you want character over marble.
Hotel Kristberg — Lech am Arlberg, Austria.
A ground‑up rebuild (27 suites, Montecristo spa, whisky “Scotch Club”) on the legendary Ski Arlberg / Der Weisse Ring circuit. A polished mid‑luxury option in one of the Alps’ best snow-sure resorts.
Planning Ahead?
I help families and couples plan their ski holidays and personally love the South Tyrol Region. I would love to help you with your next ski trip, a full door to door experience and added perks and upgrades for my clients.