Cycling is gruelling. At least, that is how I have often experienced it. After a long day on the bike, you really want to 'come home'. Then you want a bit of luxury. Now, a luxury hotel is not exactly a cycling hotel. Therefore, we have done our best to find some hotels that perfectly fit the combination 'luxury' and 'cycling'. in Europe. These 15 hotels have everything you'd like to have. Top-notch facilities for your bike, most have a spa (underrated, but oh so delicious!) and often a top-class restaurant. Below, we have listed 15 tips for the best luxury cycling hotels in Europe, with pros and cons so you can make the perfect choice for your next cycling holiday. Including (conservative) driving time from Utrecht, nearest airport and our opinion!
15 tips for the best luxury cycling hotels in Europe - the list!
1. Hotel La Perla (Dolomites, Italy)
The Sellaronda Cycling, in fact, is what everyone wants. This classic begins and ends in Alta Badia, or rather Corvara. In this beautiful Italian mountain village you will find Hotel La Perla, with direct access to this famous Sellaronda circuit in the Dolomites. It is a five-star hotel that makes the perfect combination of cycling facilities (did someone say a Pinarello lounge?) and guided tourswith luxuries such as a Michelin-starred restaurant and an extensive spa.
- Why book: Excellent cycling facilities, direct access to iconic routes, Michelin star in house.
- What to watch out for: Pricey in high season.
- Travel time from Utrecht: 12 hours (including one stop)
- Nearest railway station: Brixen-Bressanone
- Nearest airport: Innsbruck (2-hour drive) or Bolzano (1.5-hour drive)
2. Château de la Commanderie (Grenoble, France)
Always wanted to sleep in a 'chateau' and climb the Alps at the same time? This stylish hotel is located at the foot of the Alps near Grenoble. This is ideal for anyone wanting to climb the famous cols such as Alpe d'Huez. You sit The hotel offers bike storage, route advice, and a relaxing spa to recover after tough climbs.
- Why book:: Near famous French cols, beautiful spa, very easy to reach
- What to consider: Grenoble is slightly further away from Alpe d'Huez than, say, Bourg d'Oisans (45km).
- Driving time from Utrecht: 9.5 hours.
- Nearest airport: Lyon-Saint Exupéry (1 hour's drive).
3. Sonnenalp Hotel (Allgäu, Germany)
The Sonnenalp Hotel in beautiful Allgäu offers top-level luxury for cycling enthusiasts. This five-star hotel combines really good cycling facilities with top wellness, fitness room and gastronomy. The hotel is located in a very idyllic spot and from here, you can go straight onto the most beautiful cycling route in the Allgäu. In addition, you can make use of the cycling facilities such as bicycle storage, there is a service course and you can also choose (guided) tours for different levels.
- Why we would go now: Luxurious facilities, extensive wellness, and culinary highlights. Perfect for couples and families, with activities for non-cyclists.
- What to look out for: Pricey in high season, located just outside the town.
- Driving time from Utrecht: 7.5 hours.
- Nearest airport: Memmingen (1-hour drive) or Munich (2-hour drive).
4. Ritz-Carlton Abama (Tenerife, Spain)
Retrieved from Tenerife are lots of beautiful places to find places to stay. You obviously want to tackle that Teide, but the Añaga park is also one to write down. Now, the Ritz-Carlton Abama is perhaps the best place in all of Tenerife. This five-star resort offers an extensive cycling centre, including bike hire and tailor-made routes. The resort is ideal for both serious cyclists and travellers looking to relax in the luxurious spa and enjoy Michelin-starred restaurants.
- Why we should go: Excellent cycling facilities, year-round warm weather, luxury amenities. Several restaurants. Cycling Friendly services.
- What to remember: It is rightfully a resort, if you are looking for a boutique experience, you better look further afield
- Flight time from Schiphol Airport: 4.5 hours.
- Nearest airport: Tenerife South (30-minute drive).
5. Hotel Funivia (Bormio, Italy)
Bormio is the siamese twin of the Stelvio. If you are ever going to climb the Stelvio, you actually want to be in Bormio. The legendary Stelvio Pass is at your feet. The Hotel Funivia offers everything a cyclist needs, from guided bike tours to extensive bike storage. This cycling hotel is perfect for both recreational cyclists and professional cyclists. Typical Alpine rooms with lots of wood and beautiful details.
- Plus points: Close to the Stelvio Pass, excellent service for cyclists.
- Downsides: Less luxurious than other options on this list.
- Driving time from Utrecht: 11 am.
- Nearest airport: Milan-Bergamo - Orio al Serio (2.5 hour drive).
6. Hotel Bohinj ECO (Bohinj, Slovenia)
Slovenia is perhaps the cycling destination for 2025. In the middle of Slovenia's climbing region, In the Julian Alps offers the BOHINJ eco-hotel a combination of luxury and sustainability. Cycling enthusiasts can enjoy beautiful mountain routes and make use of the extensive cycling facilities here.
- Plus points: Environmentally friendly, stunning mountain location.
- Downsides: Secluded, limited nightlife.
- Driving time from Utrecht: 12 hours (optimistic)
- Nearest airport: Ljubljana (1 hour drive).
7. Gran Hotel Arima (San Sebastian, Spain)
This modern hotel just outside bustling San Sebastian is highly recommended. The Gran Hotel Arima is a lovely quiet hotel, with all the facilities you want. A swimming pool, an outdoor terrace with a path to the adjacent park. A lovely restaurant, a good breakfast. Enjoyment with a big G in the Basque country. The hotel exudes modern luxury, which suits San Sebastian well. Nearby you will find many good restaurants; the Basque country is the 'michelin mecca' of Spain.
- Why we will go back again in a moment: Perfectly located, close to famous Basque routes and climbs. Cycling Friendly location with good cycling facilities
- What to remember: If you like to combine also with the city, it is out of route. Also, the restaurant closes at 10pm.
- Flight time from Schiphol Airport: 2 hours.
- Nearest airport: Bilbao (2-hour drive).
8. Hotel Nord 1901 (Girona, Spain)
Girona is a mecca for cyclists, and Hotel Nord 1901 offers everything you need for a successful cycling holiday. From bike hire to guided rides and the offer of wonderful yoga sessions, this hotel is ideal for exploring the beautiful (gravel) routes around Girona.
- What we think is cool: Excellent cycling facilities, a beautiful terrace with swimming pool
- What to think about: Few facilities for non-cyclists. Relatively expensive parking by car
- Flight time from Schiphol Airport: 2 hours.
- Travel time from Utrecht: count on more than one day
- Nearest airport: Girona (30-minute drive).
9. Hotel Illa d'Or (Mallorca, Spain)
On the waterfront of Puerto Pollensa lies this hotel which is located almost directly on the iconic cycling route to Cap de Formentor. With bike storage and a luxury spa, it is ideal for cyclists who want to enjoy both sport and relaxation. You can also easily head towards Alcudia and thus towards Sa Calobra from here. If you want to know more about Mallorca, read our experiences here.
- Plus points: Beautiful waterfront location, extensive cycling facilities.
- Downsides: A bit further from the centre and in Port de Pollensa, which is less nice than Pollensa itself.
- Flight time from Schiphol Airport: 2.5 hours.
- Nearest airport: Palma de Mallorca (50-minute drive).
10. Cordial Mogán Playa (Gran Canaria, Spain)
Perfect for winter training, this resort offers direct access to challenging coastal routes and mountain climbing. The hotel features a cycling centre and luxury amenities such as a spa.
- Plus points: Excellent for winter training, good bike rental.
- Downsides: Can be busy, especially during high season.
- Flight time from Schiphol Airport: 4.5 hours.
- Nearest airport: Las Palmas (45-minute drive).
11. Nidum hotel - Casual Luxury (Seefeld, Austria)
Austrian hotels, especially in winter sports areas, are special experiences. The standard is high and certainly at Nidum in Seefeld you can really indulge yourself. A spa, several swimming pools, in-house bike rental (MTB), bike storage, a very good restaurant. What more could you want? Naja, maybe just book a few days?
- Why you want to go: Excellent facilities, challenging routes, close to Innsbruck, 'casual luxury', natural swimming pool
- What to watch out for: It is in an MTB area and on a plateau. So that always means 'uphill finish'.
- Driving time from Utrecht: 9 am.
- Nearest railway station: Innsbruck (Nightjet)
- Nearest airport: Innsbruck (0.5 hour drive).
12. Le Domaine des Hautes Fagnes (Ardennes, Belgium)
You can also cycle closer to home in a fine and luxurious hotel. Domaine des Hautes Fagnes, in the Ardennes, is one of those. Close to the climbs and gravel routes of the High Fens in the Ardennes, this luxury hotel offers everything for cyclists, from bike storage to guided routes and an extensive wellness.
- Why you want to go there: Close to Ardennes classics, lovely spa, close to home
- What to remember: Can be busy during cycling events
- Driving time from Utrecht: 3 hours.
13. Sport Hotel Panorama (Trentino, Italy)
This luxury hotel offers access to all the beautiful cycling routes in the Dolomites (near Paganella). With bike hire, guided rides and an extensive spa, it's the perfect place for a mountain cycling adventure. Anyway, in terms of food, Trentino is also very good, although for more choice you have to drive a bit further from this hotel. You're also close to Lake Garda and you can ride along the 'Weinstrasse'.
- Why we want to go back like this: Excellent cycling facilities, great views, own (eco) restaurant.
- Keep in mind: Limited dining options in the immediate area.
- Driving time from Utrecht: 11 am.
- Nearest airport: Verona (2-hour drive).
14. Hotel Belvedere (Riccione, Italy)
Riccione is a cycling mecca. Rimini and Cesenatico that lie next to it are havens of pilgrimage for true cycling enthusiasts. This hotel on the Adriatic coast is entirely dedicated to cyclists, with everything you could want: guided tours, bike rental and an extensive wellness. It is perfect for cyclists who want to combine luxury and sport on the famous Italian coast. Sunshine, on the beach. Enjoy.
- What we think is cool: Good bike service, beautiful coastal routes, possibility of going to San Marino. Possibility to use both the beach and the swimming pool
- What to remember: Avoid this region in high season, when there is a lot of beach tourism
- Driving time from Utrecht: 13 hours.
- Nearest airport: Bologna (1.5 hour drive).
15. Hotel Le Royal (Luxembourg City, Luxembourg)
We are fans of Cycling in Luxembourg. It's a gem, which is actually very close. Good infrastrcture, climbs, good food. If you go then, go to Hotel Le Royal in Luxembourg City. This hotel offers luxury and comfort for cyclists looking to explore beautiful Luxembourg. Located in the heart of the city, this five-star hotel has excellent facilities for cyclists, including bike rental, bike storage, and access to routes through the beautiful Mullerthal Valley, known as "Little Switzerland". After your ride, take a break in the hotel's wellness and you'll be ready for another day.
- Plus points: Very central location, excellent spa & wellness, you're in the hills in no time. Close to Andy Schleck Cycles
- What to watch out for: Less rural charm, as it is in the city.
- Driving time from Utrecht: 4 hours.
Conclusion
If our 15 tips for the best luxury cycling hotels in Europe still don't get you anywhere, we don't know he took. Of course, there are many more beautiful hotels to be found, so be sure to leave your tips in the comments.
