Set in Pescocostanzo in the mountains of Abruzzo, Relais Ducale Spa & Pool is just 3.1 mi from the Rivisondoli ski resort. Its free wellness center features an indoor pool, sauna and steam bath.

Relais Ducale is made of white stone, characteristic of Majella National Park. Its interior design combines contemporary and traditional styles with rare antiques and pieces of furniture.

Rooms are elegant and cozy with carpeted floors and different colored walls. Each one has free Wi-Fi, an LCD TV with Sky channels, and a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. A welcome gift is included.

You can relax in the 328 ft² lounge with a TV, reading area and chess. There is also a free children's club and a gym. Outdoors, the garden has deckchairs during summer.

Breakfast is buffet style and includes savory items as well as homemade bread, cakes and pastries. Eggs and gluten-free options are available on request. La Corniola restaurant serves Italian and Abruzzo cuisine and pizza.

Discounts are available at the Rivisondoli and Roccaraso ski areas. A free ski bus stops right outside the hotel in ski season. A free shuttle service is available to Pescocostanzo Train Station and the main bus stop for buses to Naples, Rome and Pescara.