One of the joys of staying at Nira Alpina in Silvaplana, Switzerland, a glass-and-timber-built mountain sanctuary just 5km away from the popular resort town of St. Moritz, is being able to ski right up to the entrance. With a private glassed-in covered walkway leading straight to the Corvatsch cable car, guests have convenient access to the slopes. Throughout all 70 rooms and suites, award-winning hotelier MPS Puri has created a soothing space for travelers to enjoy the Swiss Alpine style, and unobstructed views of the mountains. Panoramic views illuminate almost every public space, particularly in the top-floor restaurant, which is central to a dining concept based around fresh, local ingredients.