5 Indulgent hotels for adventure lovers

Thrills & Frills: 5 Indulgent hotels for adventure lovers

MF editorial team

14 Sep 2016

updated the Wednesday, September 14, 2016

1/5
Vigilius Mountain Resort – South Tyrol, Italy
Set in the spectacular scenery of the Dolomites, this mountaintop hotel is accessible only by cable car. With its sleek indoor-outdoor spa and warm service, this clean-lined, strikingly minimalist retreat makes an idyllic base camp for all-seasons adventures. Skiing, tobogganing and hiking are on the menu in winter; in the summer, the hotel can organise paragliding, archery lessons and horse riding through breathtaking landscapes.
Smith extra: A bottle of prosecco in your room and, for stays of two nights or more, a complimentary hay bath each.
Vigilius Mountain Resort – South Tyrol, Italy
2/5
Rio Hermoso – San Martin De Los Andes, Argentina
Winding its way through a Patagonian playground of unspoilt mountains and mirror-still lakes, the river is the star of the show at this cosseting lodge. Decked out with local stone, tribal artefacts and emperor-sized beds, interiors make the most of the striking vistas outside. There’s much to explore in this pristine wilderness: set out on long treks or horse rides along the piercingly clear waters, ski, hunt and watch the trout jumping upstream at spawning time in spring.
Smith extra: A bottle of Patagonian red.
Rio Hermoso – San Martin De Los Andes, Argentina
3/5
The Cambrian – Adelboden, Switzerland
Modern, clean-lined and unabashedly luxurious, this Alpine bolthole ticks all the right boxes for keen skiers and Alpine adventurers. Nearby lifts and cable cars shuttle guests from one piste to another in the winter; numerous walking, biking and climbing trails around the area make the jaw-dropping mountain setting a joy to explore in the summer. A heated terrace pool awaits after a day of adventure, allowing you to bask blissfully alfresco even in the swirling snow.
Smith extra: A bottle of wine in your room.
The Cambrian – Adelboden, Switzerland
4/5
The Spire – Queenstown, New Zealand
An ultra-modern hideaway on New Zealand's South Island, this Queenstown boutique hotel has just 10 sleek, inviting suites. You might struggle to resist the lure of its enormous beds, luxe linens and stone-clad fireplaces, but, outside, the adventure capital of the world awaits. Take your pick from adrenalin-rush heli-skiing, bungee jumping or jet-boating; for gentler souls, hiking and horse riding are also an option.
Smith extra: A NZ$50 No5 Church Lane voucher.
The Spire – Queenstown, New Zealand
5/5
Ulagalla Resort – The Cultural Triangle, Sri Lanka
A mud-brick spa, private plunge pools and a breeze-kissed restaurant aren’t the only delights at this resort, set amid the island’s serene rice paddies. Look out for resident monkeys, giant squirrels, peacocks and even elephants in the grounds. Friendly staff will show you the ropes at the garden’s archery range; hop onto the hotel’s two horses for a canter around the property, or borrow a kayak to explore the two reservoirs nearby.
Smith extra: A free activity for two (archery, kayaking or a nature walk).
Ulagalla Resort – The Cultural Triangle, Sri Lanka

Vigilius Mountain Resort – South Tyrol, Italy

Got a penchant for exciting outdoor activities? You’ll love these accommodation options.

Pillow menus, private plunge pools and well-stocked minibars certainly have their charm, but when it comes to revitalising escapes, a dash of adventure can go a long way. Travel experts Mr & Mrs Smith have hand-picked five hotels that are as much about the great outdoors as swoon-worthy interiors, with thrilling activities right on their doorstep.

Mr & Mrs Smith gets you the best rates, guaranteed, as well as a little something extra on arrival at every hotel. To book, call the Smith24 team toll-free on 800 905 326, or visit mrandmrssmith.com.

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