Posta Zirm Hotel Review – A Calm, Perfectly Located Base in Corvara
If you want a comfortable, calm, perfectly located base in the heart of Corvara, this Posta Zirm Hotel review will help you decide if it’s right for your trip. We stayed here on our most recent summer visit, and it immediately became a place I now recommend to anyone visiting Alta Badia or looking for one of the best spa hotels in the Dolomites. It’s also an ideal stop in Corvara when choosing the best places to stay in the Dolomites.
Not sure where to stay in the Dolomites? Here’s my guide to choosing the best places to stay in the Dolomites.
Location
Posta Zirm sits right on Corvara’s main street - one of my favorite places to stay in the Dolomites. Download my Corvara guide here. Posta Zirm is steps from the Col Alt lift and just a short walk from cafés, restaurants, and trailheads. If you don’t feel like driving once you arrive, you don’t need to. Everything is walkable, and parking is simple. You can be on a hike within minutes.
Atmosphere & Style
The cozy Alpine design gives Posta Zirm a welcoming, boutique feel — and it’s a great option if you want to stay close to the lifts and explore the Corvara and Alta Badia area. The staff are welcoming and kind, and it has that peaceful, easygoing atmosphere you want when you’re coming back from long days on the mountains.
History
Posta Zirm is a long-established family-run hotel with deep roots in Corvara. You feel that heritage in the pride the family takes in hospitality — friendly service, familiar faces, and real attention to detail.
Weekly Welcome Evening
Once a week, Posta Zirm hosts a welcome evening for all guests — Prosecco, generous canapés, freshly carved speck, and a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The owners are there, chatting with guests and making everyone feel genuinely welcomed. It’s a small touch that says everything about how the hotel is run.
Rooms
Our room was spacious, spotless, and quiet — exactly what you want after long hiking days.
Two standout things:
The balcony + the view — possibly the best hotel balcony view we’ve ever had in all our years visiting South Tyrol. Sitting outside after a hike, with the mountains right there…unforgettable.
The small refrigerator — handy for fruit, drinks, yoghurts, and snacks for early-morning hikes.
Storage is practical, the beds are comfortable, and it’s easy to keep your gear organized. Oh and a walk in closet was greatly appreciated because I’m a bit of an over packer!
Breakfast
Breakfast is generous and calm: pastries, eggs, fresh bread, fruit, cereals, excellent coffee. It never felt hectic or rushed — the kind of breakfast that sets you up perfectly for a full hiking day.
Half-Board & The Taverna
If you choose half-board (which I recommend), dinner includes a generous four-course meal every night along with a delicious salad board — a great value and one less thing to think about after hiking. The hotel also owns the attached Taverna, a relaxed bar-restaurant a few steps away. Perfect place for a post hike drink.
Local Pass & Helpful Information
You receive the standard local pass, which gives you free bus travel around South Tyrol — incredibly useful if you don’t want to use the car. The lobby has maps, booklets, and trail info, and the reception staff are great. They’ll look at your hiking plans, warn you about weather changes, suggest easier alternatives, and make sure you’re choosing the right route for your day.
Convenience
This is one of the easiest places to stay in Corvara. A few steps from the hotel:
You can rent climbing gear
Conad, the grocery store, is right there for snacks, drinks, fruit, or a freshly made sandwich for your hike.
It saves so much time in the morning.
Vegetarian & Vegan Options
Posta Zirm is genuinely good with dietary needs. Vegetarians and vegans won’t struggle here — there are options every night, and the kitchen adapts dishes easily. One of the most plant-friendly stays in the Dolomites.
Dessert Night
Once a week, dinner ends with a full dessert buffet — cakes, pastries, tarts, chocolate, fruit… beautifully presented and genuinely impressive. It feels like a celebration built into your week.
For Cyclists
The hotel is very cyclist-friendly. There’s a large, secure bike room downstairs with plenty of space for storage, cleaning, and gear. Cyclists stay here all season, and the setup makes everything simple if you bring your own bike or rent locally.
Wellness Area
The wellness area is small but lovely — saunas, relaxation areas, pool, steam room and cold ice bucket. Definitely get a massage while there. Simple, calm, and exactly what you want after hiking Sassongher, Pralongià, or Piz Boè. If you want a huge spa experience, go elsewhere. If you want something restorative, this is perfect.
What Makes Posta Zirm Stand Out
Central but calm
Weekly welcome night
Weekly dessert buffet
Balcony views are out of this world
Rooms with refrigerators & kettles
Vegetarian + vegan friendly
Free local transport pass
Very helpful staff
Cyclist-friendly facilities
Easy access to hikes
Steps from rentals + market
Who This Hotel Is Perfect For
Hikers
Cyclists
Couples
Solo travelers
Anyone who wants comfort + location
Travelers who prefer warmth over flash
Nearby Highlights
From Posta Zirm, you’re close to:
Col Alt sunrise
Pralongià plateau
Gardena Pass
Sassongher
Piz Boè cable car
The Corvara village walk
My Honest Take
Posta Zirm is one of those hotels that just gets everything right. Comfortable, friendly, perfectly located, and ideal for hiking days. Even after one stay, it’s a place I would return to easily — and one I’m confident recommending to others planning a trip to Alta Badia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Posta Zirm a good base for exploring the Dolomites?
Yes — it’s right in the heart of Corvara with easy access to lifts, restaurants, and scenic drives.
Is Posta Zirm close to hiking and cable cars?
Very. The Col Alt lift is just steps away, making it easy to get into the mountains.
Is Corvara a good place to stay in the Dolomites?
It’s one of the best locations for first-timers — central, beautiful, and easy to navigate.
If you’re planning a trip to Corvara or the surrounding areas, I can help you plan the ideal route, lifts, and hiking days around your stay.
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We look forward to staying there again next year. Laura
