The best coolcation stays in The Alps
The coolcation is not a trend so much as a correction. Summer in the southern Mediterranean is now something many travellers plan around rather than towards.
These properties are comfortable in July — and score exceptionally with guests who went looking for exactly that.
How we chose
Properties that stay comfortable in high summer — northern, alpine or elevated. Only properties already in the Places You Will Love collection appear here, ranked by verified guest score.
The best coolcation stays in The Alps, ranked
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Frequently asked questions
What is a coolcation?
A summer trip chosen for comfortable temperatures rather than heat — typically northern Europe, the Alps, or elevated inland regions.
Where are the best coolcation destinations?
In our collection: the Austrian lakes, South Tyrol and the Dolomites, Scandinavia, and the Croatian and Atlantic coasts where sea breeze moderates the heat.
Is a coolcation cheaper?
Not always, but occupancy patterns differ — several northern properties are easier to book at short notice in August than Mediterranean equivalents.
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