Hotel de la Poste has been part of Cortina's story for generations, standing on Piazza Roma at the heart of the pedestrian center. Its position is the point: step outside and you are at the bell tower, the shops and the cafes, with the peaks rising on every side. The hotel has the character of an old mountain inn that grew into a refined town hotel, with warm wood, historic touches and a sense that conversation matters here. Rooms tend to be traditional and cozy, in an alpine style rather than a minimalist one, with options that suit couples, families and friends traveling together. The bar and lounge areas are social spaces, popular in the evening when guests and townspeople gather before dinner. In winter the setting makes it a convenient base for skiers who want to walk to the cable car shuttle or the apres-ski bars; in summer it works for walkers who prefer a town base to a remote hut.
The value of a hotel like this is atmosphere and location. You are in the middle of Cortina's daily rhythm: morning coffee in the square, the Corso filling with strollers in the afternoon, the glow of shop windows in the evening. It is easy to dine out, visit museums, join guided walks and pick up tours from nearby points. Anyone who values being in the center rather than on the edge will find this a convenient choice.
Practical considerations are worth noting. Historic buildings often have varied room sizes and layouts, so describe your needs when you book, whether it is a quiet room, a view or space for a family. Central streets can be lively in the evening, particularly in the high season, and a request for a courtyard or upper-floor room may help light sleepers. Parking in the center is limited, so ask what arrangements are available.
Seasonally, the hotel is busiest in winter holidays and August. Spring and autumn can see closures of lifts and some services, which makes these seasons quieter and better value but less active. Travelers using public transport will appreciate the proximity of the bus station for connections to Dobbiaco, Bolzano and the airport transfers to Venice. For a mix of heritage and convenience, de la Poste fits a first trip to Cortina where the goal is to feel part of the town rather than to retreat from it.
Why stay here
- ✓Central square location
- ✓Traditional alpine rooms
- ✓Bar and lounge
- ✓Breakfast served
- ✓Walk to shops and cafes
- ✓Near bus connections
- ✓Ski shuttle access nearby
- ✓Helpful front desk
Good questions
Where is it?+
On Piazza Roma in the pedestrian center of Cortina.
Is it good for skiers?+
Yes, with ski shuttles and cable car access reachable from the center.
Will it be noisy?+
The center can be lively in the evening; ask for a quieter room.