In Soldeu (Principality of Andorra), in the heart of the Pyrenees at an altitude of 1,850 metres, the Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa has earned its well-deserved fame thanks to the quality of its service, its spa, the largest in the Principality, its renowned and award-winning gastronomic offer and its wide range of leisure activities.
Its idyllic location, next to the Grandvalira slopes, makes this superb luxury alpine refuge the best alternative for enjoying a dream holiday mountain sports at any time of the year.
Modernity and tradition at the service of its guests
Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa is the first 5-star hotel in Andorra to join the prestigious association of The Leading Hotels of the World, as well as Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, which has more than 2,200 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.
Its traditional high mountain architecture with comfortable interiors and exquisite decoration with noble materials and the exclusivity, relaxation and wellbeing as fundamental pillars of its philosophy. have made Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa excellence at its best.
Luxury, quality and a welcoming atmosphere can be appreciated in its spacious reading rooms and in its one hundred and thirty-five rooms divided into different categories: Junior Suites Deluxe, Junior Suites Premium, Junior Suites Duplex and Suites Hermitage, all of them with unforgettable views of the mountains and the slopes of Soldeu. Richly equipped rooms with attractive services such as pillow menu, Egyptian cotton sheets, 24/7 room service (extra charge), free coffee and tea service in the room, daily access to the Sport Wellness Mountain Spa for three consecutive hours, Acqua di Parma toiletries or whirlpool bath.
If you are looking for more privacy, Hermitage Mountain Residences is the solution. Hermitage Mountain Lodge Borda Calbó is an exclusive Ski-in/Ski-out Chalet with a modern alpine design and located at 1,700 metres on the Grandvalira ski slopes. It has four double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and an additional room for four children. And it offers a private chef and butler, daily breakfast, daily afternoon tea and chef’s made-to-order dinners on five of the seven nights, plus a sauna and whirlpool. Another option is Borda Magautxa, a charming suite for two in an authentic Andorran stone house. Located in a privileged natural enclave, the Incles Valley, it invites you to relax in its marvellous garden with views of the mountains and to enjoy the open air by hiking, cycling or enjoying the gastronomy with an unforgettable picnic. Only open in summer, it allows you to benefit from all the premium services of the Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa and, in addition, you can take your pet with you.
Wellness and Art at Sport Wellness Mountain Spa
Andorra’s largest spa is an oasis of calm, a dream corner where you can revitalise body and mind. The 5,000 square metres spread over five levels that connect to the group’s two four-star hotels and the sophisticated Hermitage Mountain Residences feature water features: swimming pools, massage jets and Jacuzzis. In addition, there are nineteen cabins for facial and body massages, beauty treatments and balneotherapy baths, as well as a Turkish bath, aroma cabin or music therapy sauna. This experience has recently been enhanced by the introduction of two new brands, Mesoestetic Pharma Group and SeaSkin Life, to further improve customer service, in addition to Valmont, which was already in place. A health paradise that distils all the properties and benefits of the surrounding natural environment and which are a source of inspiration to offer visitors the best beauty and health treatments and programmes.
At the same time as enjoying the best treatments, it is possible to admire a collection of carvings, paintings, sheets and sculptures in wrought iron, wood and glass that bear the signature of Domènec Fita, girona artist of recognised prestige and one of the leading names in Catalan contemporary art, difficult to classify due to the diversity and plurality of his creations.
The cosy atmosphere is achieved thanks to the decoration that recycles and makes use of natural elements, aluminium, paper or wood, which become details distributed throughout the spacious reading and rest rooms, with excellent views from the terraces facing the mountains.
Gastronomy elevated to the highest expression
Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa offers elevated and varied gastronomic proposals by its executive chef Jordi Grau. It has a total of nine restaurants, including Ibaya, the only Michelin-starred restaurant in Andorra. The two Michelin-starred chef from La Rioja, Francis Paniego, as consultant chef, and Jordi Grau work closely together to offer dishes in which creativity and tradition combine to perfection, resulting in an avant-garde cuisine that faithfully reflects the roots of the land.
Another attractive gastronomic proposal is Koy, the Japanese restaurant of the award-winning Hideki Matsuhisa. Japanese haute cuisine offering two types of tasting menus, as well as a select menu and a selection of traditional Japanese drinks and specially selected wines to enhance every mouthful.
Other gastronomic spaces at Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa include Glass Bar 1850, contemporary and “more casual” cuisine without sacrificing quality and sophistication, ideal for those looking for a more relaxed meal or to enjoy a cocktail in a relaxed but elegant atmosphere. Sol i Neu Club Hermitage with a menu inspired by mountain cuisine, which includes spoon dishes, large pieces of grilled meat, fresh fish and rice dishes. Hermitage Tradició, with its delicious breakfasts that can be enjoyed all year round and which during the winter season opens its doors every night to offer a gastronomic concept that pays homage to mountain cuisine. Located at the foot of the slopes, Sol i Neu Pizzeria is the ideal place to recharge your batteries after an exciting day on the slopes with freshly baked pizzas, juicy burgers, tasty tapas and delicious pasta. The Villager Tapas & Wine combines the authenticity of an Irish pub with the vibrant spirit of an American burger joint where burgers, tasty bites and live music take centre stage. During the winter season La Tofana offers an outstanding culinary experience, homemade Italian cuisine with a touch of showmanship. Finally, La Brasserie, also located on the ski slopes, is the perfect gourmet break during a day’s skiing. Perfectly grilled meats, tapas and select dishes and a careful selection of wines will guarantee a memorable culinary experience.
Year-round experiences to suit all tastes
Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa offers a varied selection of activities throughout the year. No matter what season you visit, there is always one that will satisfy your every desire. Andorra is inextricably associated with winter sports and at this time of year it is possible to choose between skiing on the slopes at Grandvalira, the largest ski area in southern Europe; Ski mountaineering, for skiers looking to enjoy the snow and skiing in the high mountains; Snowmobile, intrepid excursions through the forests of Soldeu and El Tarter; Snowshoeing, a fun and original way to explore the mountains during the winter; Dog sledding (mushing), ideal to enjoy with your partner, family or friends; Snow Safety, discover in a playful way the main safety elements to be taken into account when doing an activity in the mountains in the snow and Andorra Tour, a tour of the most emblematic places in Andorra to discover the landscapes, art, culture and history of the country.
When the snow disappears, the green meadows invite you to other equally enriching activities. You can choose between Guided Hiking, ideal for admiring the most beautiful landscapes of the Principality, as well as its flora and fauna and discovering its lakes and mountain refuges; Helitrekking, an activity that combines trekking with helicopter flights that will take us to the highest peaks and then descend, always accompanied by the most beautiful views; Excursions in 4×4 vehicles along paths of difficult access that lead to the different lakes and slopes of Grandvalira; eBike, electric mountain bike routes on tracks and trails that show us the most impressive landscapes of Andorra; Via Ferrata, an adrenaline-packed experience with the strictest safety measures. o Discover Soldeu, a route to discover its history and traditions and how it evolved with the arrival of skiing.
How about playing golf on the highest course in Europe? Sport Hotel Hermitage & Spa makes it possible during the summer by turning Grandvalira into a golf course located at an altitude of 2,250 metres. Golf Soldeu is a 9-hole, par 34 course perfectly integrated into the natural surroundings with spectacular views of the mountain peaks. Suitable for beginners and experienced players or families. Designed by Jeremy Pern, one of Europe’s most experienced golf course architects, his designs have been completed in more than a dozen different countries and many of them are considered among the best in Europe.
