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In 2004, the Sensible Hospitality Collection of charming and truly extraordinary hotels
was put together. Having had a distinguished career in the management of luxury and
striking boutique hotels and resorts for twenty years, Thomas Tritschler eventually set
up his own dream of working with beautiful and unique hotels. He not only created a
boutique consultancy company for upscale and privately owned hotels, but he also
formed the Sensible Hospitality Collection.
At Sensible Hospitality we strive to find and work with hotels that really feel and share our
­passion for the authenticity of genuine hospitality. Hotels that are independent, often family
owned and run with a wealth of experience in providing memories to last a lifetime.
All hotels have in common a warmth of service and ambience, normally not found at larger
properties. The owners are usually on site, welcoming their guests and offering their advice
and wealth of local knowledge.
What sets Sensible Hospitality apart is the focus on providing a large range of experiences.
From being exposed to the finest gastronomic adventures, to being immersed in local artisan
and heritage to UNESCSO cultural visits at some hotels in this brochure - this is simply the
beginning of much more to explore.
SENSIBLE HOSPITALITY. Explore. Enjoy. Experience.
Thomas K. Tritschler
Founder of Sensible Hospitality
and Managing Director of
Tritschler Associates
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The collec tion
represented
by Sensible Hospitality
4 0 W IN K s
London / UK
Borgo di Bastia Creti
Corral del Rey
Umbertide, Umbria / Italy
Seville / Spain
H a c i e n d a d e S a n R a fa e l
Hotel Castell
Zuoz, St. Moritz / Switzerland
Hotel Louis C. Jacob
H ot e l Pa r a d i e s
H o t e l St e i n b o c k
Bergamo / Italy
Pontresina / Switzerland
Pontresina, St. Moritz / Switzerland
Pa r co d e l P r i n c i p e
Relais La Suvera
Tresco
Hamburg / Germany
Ftan, Scuol / Switzerland
Hotel Petronilla
H o t e l W a lt h e r
Seville / Spain
Chiusi, Tuscany / Italy
Tuscany / Italy
Isles of Scilly / UK
Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais
Villa Crespi
Lago di Garda / Italy
Lago d’Orta / Italy
VI P W i n g , M u n i c h A i r p o r t
Munich / Germany
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4 0 W IN K S
London / UK
Situated in vibrant and trendy East London, 40WiNKS is David Carter’s home. A historic and
elegant four storey Queen Anne townhouse built in 1717. David is an internationally acclaimed
interior designer and the extensive work he has carried out has generated hundreds of pages of
editorial in leading interiors magazines all over the world. “Bold, romantic and fantastical” is how
one American magazine described it...
An intoxicating mix of old and new, of the seriously grand peppered with a sprinkling of shabby
chic, his home exudes glamour, wit and charm. 40WiNKS is one of the best reviewed homes in the
world, attracting guests who are looking for something special, unique and magical. The concept
is simple. Simply one double room and one single room. To simply offer guests a ‘home from
home’... A place where one can hang one’s hat or park one’s suitcase while enjoying a little bit of
understated opulence and a large dose of quirky style – all at a very affordable price.
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Borgo di Bastia Creti
Umbertide, Umbria / Italy
Borgo di Bastia Creti is an elegant hamlet set high up in the hills in northern Umbria with
glorious views over wooden hills, cornfields and olive groves – providing complete and absolute
privacy. The individual properties offer the fantastic opportunity of taking over the whole
hamlet for exclusive use.
Several of the original dwellings, now individual cottages in the gardens or large apartments
­adjacent to the courtyard of the hamlet, offer very spacious accommodation decorated in
­elegant, classic country style. Decorative tiles, some of them antiques, have been used in the
large kitchens and open fireplaces provide a focal point in the sitting rooms. Each bedroom has
beautifully appointed, spacious en suite facilities and every property has wonderful views.
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Corral del Rey
Seville / Spain
Located in the centre of Seville in the old quarter of Barrio Alfalfa just five minutes from the
Cathedral, the original 17th Century Casa Palacio has been meticulously restored and converted
into a small private luxury boutique hotel, offering chic accommodation with a relaxed cafe/bar
and private dining facilities. The architectural highlights include the atrium patio, Roman marble
columns and the original wooden carved detailing.
The bedrooms are divided into four categories; superior, deluxe, junior suite and penthouse
suite. Each room has its own creative design in which interior designer Kuky Mora-Figueroa has
stamped her individual and particularly appealing style, combining an eclectic mix of ancient
and modern. Guests will love the rooftop terrace with plunge pool and the extended mirador
where one can relax with a glass of wine and some tapas whilst enjoying the spectacular views
of the Cathedral and Giralda tower.
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H a c i e n d a d e S a n R a fa e l
Seville / Spain
Hacienda de San Rafael is situated in the South Western part of Andalucia with the historic city
of Seville to the north and Jerez with its sherry bodegas and dancing horses to the south.
­Eastwards is the Sierra de Cadiz where the famous white villages lie. The rugged hills of the sierra
are densely wooded with pine trees and cork oaks. Here, clinging precariously to the edges of
deep river gorges or perched on rocky cliffs, are a series of fascinating fortified towns known
simply as “los pueblos blancos” the white villages.
Every year the villagers white wash their houses creating an amazing contrast with the flower
filled streets. They still bear the imprint of their defensive function in the 13th to 15th centuries,
with ruined fortifications and walls, demarcating the former frontier (frontera) of the Christian
and Muslim kingdoms. The parkland surrounding many of the villages is home to mountain
goat, red deer and wild boar and in the skies above one can often see griffon vultures as well as
golden, booted and short-toed eagles. It´s a great area for touring or hiking and there are plenty
of great places we can recommend for lunch stops.
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Hotel Castell
Zuoz, St. Moritz / Switzerland
Hotel Castell is located high above Zuoz in the Upper Engadine close to St. Moritz. The hotel
combines the charm of a historic grand hotel with modern architecture and design. The nostalgic
dining room, the contemporary art collection, the Red Bar of Pipilotti Rist along with the fabulous
hammam by UN Studio and the rock water sauna designed by Tadashi Kawamata all add to the
distinctive charm of the renowned hotel.
Other outstanding features include the sophisticated gastronomy, direct access to the m
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world and professional childcare. A great place for skiing, hiking and biking. Art is a living, integrated element at the Castell. Indeed, the Castell is almost a piece of art in itself. The Castell is home
to a renowned collection of contemporary art including works by Roman Signer, Fischli-Weiss,
Pipilotti Rist, Carsten Höller, Martin Kippenberger and many others. In close liaison with the artists
themselves, the hotel provides an impressive backdrop for artistic structures and other initiatives.
Most spectacular by far is the walk-in space installation “Skyspace, Piz Uter” by James Turrell.
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Hotel Louis C. Jacob
Hamburg / Germany
Situated high above the Elbe, the Hotel Louis C. Jacob is an urban oasis: Hamburg’s only privately
owned luxury hotel provides the atmosphere otherwise only created for good friends. Guests to
this hotel tend to return. Jacob is like a second home. The 5­star hotel is a sanctuary in the midst of
the city of Hamburg – charming and with a serene Hanseatic appeal. A genuine piece of Hamburg.
With a stunning view of the Elbe. And from this distinguished member of The Leading Hotels of the
World, guests can expect the very best.
Rooms and suites are equipped with elegant wood flooring, hand­knitted carpets, walk­in clos­ets
and natural stone baths. Gourmets will appreciate the Jacobs Restaurant – which has been awarded
two Michelin stars to recognise the excellent cuisine of Executive Chef Thomas Martin, a mix of contemporary light and fresh, with a French accent – imaginative and refined, but with­out all the “bells
and whistles”. The incomparable world of Louis C. Jacob already inspired Max Liebermann, whose
famous oil painting of the terrace is the highlight of Jacob’s private collection.
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H ot e l Pa r a d i e s
Ftan, Scuol / Switzerland
To reach the top, patience is admittedly required. But the reward quickly comes into view. Relais
& Châteaux Hotel Paradies in Ftan is located at 1,650 m altitude on one of the Swiss Alps’ most
beautiful sunny plateaus. With appealing and thoughtfully designed interiors, excellent cuisine,
hospitality with a personal touch, fragrant alpine air and the ultimate in relaxation, this haven
from everyday life offers every­thing one could wish for. Hotel Paradies – a true Hideaway!
The unique charm of an artist’s domicile, its 23 lovingly appointed rooms and suites and an
outstanding cuisine make it the “paradise” – a meeting place for those seeking tranquility and of
course for connoisseurs of fine living.
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Hotel Petronilla
Bergamo / Italy
The new, the old and the modern. Three periods that blend in the harmonious link between the
old and the new, reflecting a modern lifestyle. Rooms, each different from the other, rooms in a
“palazzo”, the house in its environment, the environment in a beautiful city. The hospitality and
courtesy of our tradition with the efficiency of the present day. The warmth and friendliness of
Italian hospitality: Hotel Petronilla, in the heart of Bergamo, welcomes its guests in an elegant,
refined environment.
Old walls which blend with the new and enclose the past and modernity, the ancient and the
present, classic design and the latest trends. Heterogeneous components where accuracy and
balance create a sophisticated style. The cour­tesy and grace of its hospitality are what everyone
expects: the seduction of being spoiled. Each of the 12 rooms at the Petronilla is unique, with its
own style and well-defined personality. Refined combinations of furniture and highly unusual accessories blend inspirations and different periods, from Bauhaus influences to the evocative Fifties.
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H o t e l St e i n b o c k
Pontresina / Switzerland
The family-owned 3 star Hotel Steinbock in Pontresina has preserved the essential behind
ancient doors: hearty hospitality culture and safety. Hotel Steinbock is a place for everyone who
delights in the fact that the family has been upholding this hotel’s history for three generations
and is proud of their reputation as a “typically Swiss hotel”. Genuine - just like the region itself.
Free of any staged management, homely, warm and charming. This former guesthouse has
been established in 1651, which makes it the oldest guest house in Pontresina. It now offers
33 cosy rooms and various culinary facilities, amongst them the original Diavolezza mountain
cable car which has been transformed into the „Gondolezza“, serving Swiss cheese specialties
such as Fondue and Reclette in a unique setting.
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H o t e l W a lt h e r
Pontresina, St. Moritz / Switzerland
One doesn’t just sleep in one of the comfortable rooms at Relais & Châteaux Hotel Walther, but
rather drifts off into a dreamland. The hotel is not just a lovely place to spend one’s vacation, but
it also engenders a gentle feeling of well­being, based on the finest ingredients and established
hospitality and something that has become all too rare: True values.
Anne­-Rose and Thomas Walther are already the family’s third generation and wel­come their
guests personally to Pontresina. Classified as a 4 Star Superior Hotel, Relais & Châteaux Hotel
Walther offers 70 rooms and suites, several restaurants, a spacious wellness oasis and relaxed
hospi­tality at its finest. A perfect place to watch golden summer sunrises awakening the mountains. Where the alpenglow is very close and awaits the hotels guests for experiences
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Pa r co d e l P r i n c i p e
Chiusi, Tuscany / Italy
Parco del Principe is a neo­gothic building structured on three levels, which has been completely
restored. An inimitable style of interior design and personal touch are felt throughout the entire
estate: Parco del Principe has been turned into a place of authenticity with a truly poetic soul. The
villa enjoys an intimate setting hidden in the lush countryside between Tuscany and Umbria and
is the ideal base from which to explore the many enchanting surroundings. This unique location
will allow guests to experience the well­preserved treasures of nature, the arts and noble traditions. At the same time, guests will be able to take pleasure in tasting fine food, excellent wines
and can make time to enjoy their favourite sports or attending to their personal well­being.
Parco del Principe could very easily become one’s ideal Home Away from Home… it is the perfect
place for a vacation, for reunions with family or friends, for important pri­vate meetings or joyous
and unique wedding celebrations. A total of 6 beautifully appointed bedrooms are available.
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Relais La Suvera
Tuscany / Italy
Relais La Suvera is set on a wooded hill overlooking the valley below in the heart of Tuscany.
La Suvera is an historic villa full of precious family antiques and heirlooms. Once a medieval
fortress and later a Papal palace to Pope Julius II, this magnificent residence now still is a most
unusual estate having been turned into a hotel in 1990. The property still belongs to the original
aristocratic family with a collection of exquisite suites, a delightful restaurant and bar, a spa,
outdoor pool and an intriguing museum. La Suvera features stunning villa suites beautifully
appointed and sumptuously decorated with four-poster beds, rich fabrics and the owner’s
private collection of antiques and paintings. Rooms and suites in the Relais La Suvera farmhouse
and stables have a private garden or terrace with views of the vine-covered valley.
Relais La Suvera’s private museum offers an insight into both the villa and family history.
Guests spend time by the pool, visit the spa and relax with a steam or hydro-massage bath.
The location allows easy access to the nearby hilltop medieval village of Casole d’Elsa as well
as Siena, returning in time for a limoncello in the bar before dinner on the restaurant terrace
surrounded by olive trees and the scent of Mediterranean herbs.
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Tresco
Isles of Scilly / UK
A long lunch. A deserted beach. A rejuvenating spa. A sail on sparkling seas. Create your own
private island holiday on Tresco. Tresco is a small, family ­owned island measuring about 2,5 miles
long by a mile wide at its broadest point. It is one of only five inhabited islands, which form the
Isles of Scilly. Lying 28 miles (45 km) south west of Land’s End, Scilly enjoys a year­round mild
climate and an early spring. Tresco is a small, family-owned island measuring about two and a
half miles long by a mile wide at its broadest point. It’s one of the five inhabited islands which,
together with 200 or so islands, islets and rocks, form the Isles of Scilly, an Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty. Lying 28 miles south west of Land’s End, Scilly enjoys a year-round mild climate
and an early spring. Enjoying fine food in the company of friends and family is a key part of any
holiday on Tresco. The inspired team of chefs choose wonderfully fresh ingredients, including
island-reared beef and Bryher crabs and lobsters, to create delicious and memorable dishes. The
Stores & Deli also has an excellent selection of gourmet food and fine wine to allow guests to
dine in style in their cottage or on the beach. There’s no shortage of things to do if guests want
to spend their days on the water, including a sailing school, boat hire, diving and fishing.
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Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais
Lago di Garda / Italy
Villa Cordevigo Wine Relais is a fine example of historical residence typical of the Veneto region,
an extraordinary heritage site in itself. Built on the site of a Renaissance palace in the 1700’s in
the sumptuous style of the times, over the centuries it has been the property of a number of
noble families. In the 1500’s it was owned by the wealthy Verona family, who acquired both the
whole estate and the rights to the vicarship.
When the Delibori and Cristoforetti families acquired the estate in 2002, they also bought the
wine and olive estate. After ambitious restoration over a number of years, the nature and soul
of the Villa were preserved while turning it into a superb country hotel with a wealth of art and
history. The 18th century Venetian Villa with formal Italian gardens and an age-old park which
has been entirely refurbished as a 5 star hotel with its Michelin starred Oseleta Restaurant. The
spectacular entrance along a drive flanked with tall cypresses leads to the Relais itself with its
olive groves and woods, a 100 hectare estate on the hills of Cavaion Veronese above Lake Garda
and just a few kilometres from the famous city of Verona.
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Villa Crespi
Lago d’Orta / Italy
Relais & Châteaux Villa Crespi is a luxurious 4 star hotel with two Michelin star awarded
­Restaurant, in the heart of Piedmont, on Lake Orta. Villa Crespi enjoys the superb natural setting
of Lake Orta, the most romantic of all the Italian lakes, in the heart of Piedmont. Easily reached
from Milan’s international Malpensa airport, the villa’s exotic design is magically reminiscent of
the tales of a Thousand and One Nights.
Villa Crespi is dedicated to protecting not only the environment but also to the conservation
of local culture, traditions and history. Furthermore the patron and two Michelin starred chef
Antonino Cannavacciuolo uses only organic products of the finest quality. Antonino works on
his cuisine every day of his life, drawing inspiration from life itself. His dishes also reflect and
­epitomise his journey northwards from the Sorrento coast to his wife, Cinzia, a native of Orta
which is now his home.
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VI P W i n g , M u n i c h A i r p o r t
Munich / Germany
The VIP WING at Munich’s Airport (In the spring of 2015, Munich became Europe’s first airport
to be granted five-star status) presents a fresh interpretation of a unique blend of international
ambience with traditional Bavarian hospitality. Guests experience an unparalleled synthesis of
spacious rooms and excellent service.
The VIP Wing can be booked regardless of any particular airline or ticket class. Included are VIP
services which represent the epitome of individual service with private limousine service, meet
and greet service directly at the aircraft, separate baggage handling, security screening and
passport control, a spacious bar area and stylish lounge spaces, quiet workspaces and offices, an
elegant smoking lounge and - last but by no means least - a Bavarian beer garden. Individually
designed living suites and a fully equipped conference suite can book additionally.
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Sensible Hospitality®
Am Sonnenhang 8
82069 Hohenschaeftlarn / Munich
Germany
Phone: +49 (0) 8178 997 5036
Fax.:
+49 (0) 8178 997 5062
info@sensible-hospitality.com
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