Hotel Dragon

  • Aosta Valley Ski Area, Italy, Cervinia

  • 3.5

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With an unbeatable location at the foot of the piste in Cervinia, the Hotel Dragon is a great choice for your next ski holiday. The hotel has recently had a sophisticated full make-over.

Lively Wine Bar

The bar and lounge have been transformed into a lovely authentic wine bar with the use of warm alpine materials. Sign up locally and put the taste buds to work as you indulge in a selection of carefully selected wines in a tasting to remember.  

Our favourite location is the outdoor terrace. During the sunnier weeks of the season it becomes a suntrap with some of the best views of the Matterhorn from the Italian side of the mountain. The hotel has a lively après scene and a live DJ from 16:00-18:30 every day, there is no better place to enjoy a cool refreshment.

Location

There's plenty of shops, bars and restaurants close by and it's just a short 150 metre walk through the snow to the Cretaz lift. Getting back to the hotel is even easier as you can ski all the way to the road opposite the hotel (weather permitting) - that's if you can resist stopping at one of the many bars that line the bottom of the slopes next to the lift.

Newly Renovated

Along with the common areas, the bedrooms have had some TLC and provide a spacious and comfortable base for your stay.

Exclusive to Inghams

As a ski specialist tour operator we carefully select the very best accommodation in our resorts and package them with flights and transfers, so that you can make the most of your holiday. We have an exclusive agreement with Hotel Dragon the only UK tour operator to package and sell holidays here - all the more reason to book with Inghams today!

Why is this an Inghams' Choice property?

Location - Make the most of your time in the Cervinia with easy access to the lifts just 150 metres from the Hotel Dragon.

Handpicked - We love the locally sourced food offered at the Hotel Dragon and the personal service you will find here.

Something extra - The newly renovated wine bar is a great place to enjoy some après ski, or get lively at one of the hotel's DJ sets.

Cervinia

  • Resort altitude: 2,050m
  • 350km of skiing
  • 27 blue, 64 red and 5 black runs
  • 1 hour 45 mins by coach from Turin airport

As one of Europe’s highest ski resorts, great snow conditions and an impressive glacier come as standard. What truly makes this resort stand out is the towering site of the Matterhorn and just how close it is. That mixed with the rest of the incredible surrounding landscape and you have yourself the perfect setting for what is simply an amazing ski resort.

Skiing and snowboarding in Cervinia

Cervinia is known for its extensive ski area and as you head up the mountain to the high peaks of the Plateau Rosa you will appreciate the impressive lift system which connects you to Valtournenche as well as the famous Swiss resort of Zermatt.

Almost an endless network of runs means there is plenty of variety and places to explore as well as some superb off-piste runs. With an International ski pass you have the best of both worlds, so definitely worth it if you want to get the miles in and explore the full area.

Where to stay in Cervinia

We have a great selection of accommodation offerings in and around Cervinia. You can expect excellent Italian hospitality and the food and wine selections are second to none. Select one of our hotels with pools and wellness areas if you are looking for a bit of extra relaxation off the slopes.

Valtournenche

A couple of our hotels are located just outside of Cervinia in the peaceful town of Valtournenche. Just ten minutes drive from the centre of Cervinia and sharing the same ski area, these hotels are perfect for guests looking to experience the incredible Aosta Valley Ski Area in tranquil surroundings. If you want to explore the town, getting from Valtournenche to Cervinia is simple, with a direct bus route included on your lift pass.

Bars and restaurants in Cervinia

The village of Cervinia is a good size and there is lots to see and do. Along the font of the slopes you will find plenty of bars overlooking the piste, many serving lunch with an epic view of the Matterhorn.

Later in the day the music is turned up and you have a great range of après bars to choose from. Further into town along the traffic free cobbled streets you'll find plenty of shops to browse as well as some great hidden little pizzerias, perfect if you want a slice for lunch.

Being based on the Italian side of the mountain definitely has its benefits, what with great food, service full of Italian flair and let’s not forget it’s a lot cheaper than over the border with our Swiss friends.

Things to do in Cervinia

In and around the resort there's a massive selection of things to do. Rev up the engine and have a go at ice karting, take to the skies and feel the adrenaline of tandem paragliding, have a dip in the local pool or visit the highest ice grotto in Europe over on the Swiss side of the mountains – whatever you're after and whatever the age range, there's something for everyone in this authentic Italian resort.

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Cervinia

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, half board, full board or all inclusive. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

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Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area 350 km
Runs 27 64 5
Longest run 22 Km
Snowparks

1 snowpark

Lifts Drag lifts 9, Chairlifts 20, Cablecars 5
Slope direction N,S
Ski/resort bus True
Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 12
  • No. of buildings: 1
  • No. of floors: 3
  • Official rating: 3

Local Fees and Taxes

Tourist tax of €2 per person per night payable locally in cash.

Rooms

Twin Rooms sleep up to two people and have a shower.

Superior Twin Rooms sleep up to two people and have a balcony with Matterhorn views.

Triple Rooms sleep three people (extra bed is a single bed).

Bedroom Facilities

  • TV with English speaking channels
  • Wi-Fi
  • Hairdryer
  • Lift accessible: Yes
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • No. of steps into property: 6
  • Access ramp: No
Lift Passes

Lift Passes

6 Days Child
8 - 14 years
Youth
15 - 18 years
Adult 
19 - 64 years
Senior
65 - 74 years
International Area Pass £280 £319 £399 £351
Local Pass £201 £230 £287 £253

 

Lift pass information

Have fun and explore the Italian ski areas Cervinia & Valtournenche on a local pass or upgrade to an international pass which gives you full access to ski in Zermatt, Switzerland. Lift passes also include 2 days skiing in any other Aosta Valley ski resort. Walker's pass available locally.

Children born after 31 October 2015 receive a free ski pass. Proof of age and full-paying accompanying adult is required. 

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Ski Equipment

Ski Equipment

6 days Category

Child

4 - 5 years

Youth

6 - 12 years

Adult

13+ years

Skis Blue - - £95
Red - £48 £121
Black - - £148
Skis & boots Blue - - £151
Red £66 £75 £177
Black - - £205
Snowboard & boots Red - £75 £142

Equipment information 

Please see here for a description of hire categories.

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Tuition

Tuition

Ski tuition

Child

6 - 12 years

Adult

13+ years

6 days £217 £201

 

Snowboard tuition

Child

6 - 12 years

Adult

13+ years

5 days £tbc £tbc

Tuition information

  • Tuition runs Monday - Friday 9.30am - 12:15pm 
  • Group tuition need a minimum number of guests to take place. Very occasionally these numbers aren’t reached. If you have pre-booked tuition and this happens, the ski-school will do their best to offer private tuition to the value of what you had originally booked.

Levels of tuition:

  • Beginner - never skied before
  • Level 1 - advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2 - low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3 - good intermediate, parallel turns 
  • Advanced - fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Prices and supplements are correct at the time of publishing. Up to date prices will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Longitude: 7.630702
Latitude: 45.936236

  • Positioned at the foot of the main slopes
  • 100 metres from centre
  • 150 metres to Cretaz lift
  • Bus stop 300 metres
  • Ski School 150 metres
  • Nursery slope 150 metres
  • Transfer time: approx. 1 hour 45 mins by coach from Turin airport
Facilities
  • Sun terrace with views of the Matterhorn and Cervinia's main slopes into the village
  • Live après music from 15:30-18:30 every day
  • 2 bars - lively bar on ground floor and basement wine bar
  • Public restaurant open 11:00 to 22:00
  • Heated boot room
  • Wi-Fi 
Meals

Each day the hotel offers guests a continental breakfast with sweet treats and organic delights, many of which are homemade. Dinner take place in a private dining area next to the bar, so perfect if you get carried away chatting or listening to the live après acts. Most nights you can enjoy a lovely three-course meal but the themed nights come with an additional course and occasionally take place in the basement 'Speak Easy' wine bar.

While you do need to pay for all drinks locally, we highly recommend taking advantage of the hotels comprehensive wine collection at dinner. With over 200 labels to choose from, the staff are more than happy to help you select the right tipple to compliment the menu. 

Planning to stay over New Year? Don't worry, the festive meal is included in the cost of your holiday.

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Diabetics - Insulin can be stored
  • Gluten Free
  • Vegans
  • Vegetarians

Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

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£2458
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15/12/2024 - 7 nights
2 adults
From London Gatwick
Half Board
Hotel Dragon
Aosta Valley Ski Area, Cervinia
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