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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Selva di Val Gardena

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Aparthotels and serviced apartments suit Selva di Val Gardena, a Dolomites resort where guests ski in winter and hike or bike in summer and often stay a week at a time. A kitchen and a place to dry boots or hang wet gear make a difference on mountain stays, and extra space helps groups and families. Wikipedia describes Selva, or Sëlva in Ladin, as a municipality and village in Val Gardena in South Tyrol, about 30 km east of Bolzano. It sits at 1,563 m and covers 53.2 km2. The valley's official tourism site calls Selva the highest village in Val Gardena, at the foot of the Sella massif.

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Where to stay in Selva di Val Gardena

Selva village centre

  • skiers
  • first-time visitors
  • hiking

The village at the head of the valley is the main base for visitors. The Val Gardena tourism site calls Selva the highest village in the valley, at the foot of the Sella massif, and it is the Selva end of the Sella Ronda that Wikipedia refers to. Check the walking distance from any apartment to the lifts and to the bus stops.

Stays in or near Selva village centre

Santa Cristina

  • families
  • hiking
  • quieter stays

The Val Gardena tourism site describes Santa Cristina as the village at the base of the Langkofel mountain. Wikipedia lists it, with Ortisei and Selva, as one of the valley's three municipalities. It sits between the other two, so it works as a middle base for a stay that mixes lifts at both ends of the valley.

Ortisei

  • shopping
  • culture
  • first-time visitors

The tourism site describes Ortisei's pedestrian zone as lively, with shopping, cafés and Ladin charm. Wikipedia says woodcarving has flourished in Val Gardena since the 17th century and that the valley became famous for wooden toys, with Ortisei called the capital of Toyland.

Gardena Pass

  • hiking
  • skiers
  • views

Wikipedia lists the Gardena Pass as one of the four passes crossed by the Sella Ronda, alongside the Campolongo, Pordoi and Sella passes. It matters mainly as a route for skiers rather than as a place to stay.

Getting around Selva di Val Gardena

The Val Gardena tourism site lists arrival by car, train and bus, with bus and taxi transfer services for guests. Wikipedia places Selva about 30 km east of Bolzano. For regional connections, the südtirolmobil site offers regional bus and train network information, a journey planner and an app.

Inside the valley, the tourism site says the Val Gardena Guest Pass provides free use of the public buses for guests staying in the valley, so check with your accommodation whether you will receive it. Wikipedia describes the Sella Ronda as a ski circuit that can be skied clockwise or counter-clockwise, and in summer the same routes can be ridden by mountain bike.

Living in Selva di Val Gardena for longer

For a stay of a week or more, an apartment close to a bus stop and the lifts keeps the daily logistics simple. The valley tourism site lists 600 km of marked hiking trails and 600 km of mountain-bike routes, so a longer summer stay does not run out of options.

Ladin is the first language of most residents, according to Wikipedia, which also notes that Selva has produced several Olympic athletes in winter sports, which reflects how central skiing is to local life.

When to visit Selva di Val Gardena

Winter is the main season. Wikipedia says Dolomiti Superski, which Selva belongs to, has 1,246 km of slopes and 450 lifts on a single ski pass, and that snowmaking covers most slopes to guarantee skiing from December through April. Wikipedia advises setting off on the Sella Ronda before 10 am because it can take up to six hours.

In summer the valley tourism site promotes hiking, biking, rock climbing and via ferrata. Its event calendar includes FIS Ski World Cup racing in winter and summer festivals.

Language is part of the identity here. Wikipedia reports that, in 2010, 89.74 per cent of residents spoke Ladin as a first language, 5.15 per cent Italian and 5.11 per cent German, with a population of 2,637. Wikipedia names Selva as one of the starting points of the Sella Ronda ski tour and part of the Dolomiti Superski network. Neighbouring villages with their own pages include Santa Cristina and Ortisei.

Long-stay tips for Selva di Val Gardena

Of the 13 properties here, 3 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 6 include some form of housekeeping and 3 have a 24-hour front desk. If you are staying more than a few nights, compare the facts box on each property page first.

10 properties list a full kitchen and 3 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.

Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 62 m².

Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.

Other cities in Italy

Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Rimini, Milan, Rome, Florence, Trieste, Riva del Garda, Naples and Vieste.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Selva di Val Gardena?

Wikipedia places it in Val Gardena in South Tyrol, about 30 km east of Bolzano, at 1,563 m elevation.

Can I ski the Sella Ronda from Selva?

Wikipedia names Selva as one of the starting points of the Sella Ronda, a ski circuit around the Sella massif that can be skied in either direction.

Are buses included for guests in Val Gardena?

The tourism site describes a Val Gardena Guest Pass that gives accommodated guests free use of the public buses. Ask your accommodation whether you will receive one.

What language is spoken in Selva?

Wikipedia says 89.74 per cent of residents spoke Ladin as their first language in 2010, with Italian and German also spoken.

How many aparthotels are there in Selva di Val Gardena?

We currently list 13 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Selva di Val Gardena.

Do aparthotels in Selva di Val Gardena have kitchens?

13 of the 13 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.

Which aparthotels in Selva di Val Gardena have a washing machine?

3 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.

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