Sextantio Albergo Diffuso offers unique accommodation in the fortified medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, nestled in the historical district of the Abruzzo region. Situated at an altitude of 4,100 ft within the perfectly preserved Gran Sasso National Park, the hotel is 27 km from L'Aquila city centre. The hotel features 27 individually decorated rooms and junior suites, uniquely scattered across original, period buildings. Each space showcases beautiful, simple décor with locally woven linens, 17th-century wooden ceilings, and ancient fireplaces. These historical features are seamlessly combined with modern technology, including heated floors and remote-controlled lighting. Rooms are en suite with a shower, bath, and hairdryer, and offer king-size beds, complimentary wireless internet access, phones, desks, and central heating. Select rooms also provide a coffee/tea maker and bottled water. Guests are welcomed by a 24-hour reception with express check-in and check-out services. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Dining options include two restaurants, one of which is Il Cantinone, serving local cuisine made with fresh, regional ingredients. A coffee shop/cafe and a bar/lounge are also on-site. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, and evening meals can be enjoyed à la carte or as a set menu. Amenities include concierge services, luggage storage, safety deposit boxes, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For transport, the hotel offers complimentary self-parking, bicycle rentals, car hire, an area shuttle (surcharge), and a 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Business travellers can utilize conference facilities. Leisure opportunities abound, with a rooftop terrace, massage and spa services available. Outdoor activities such as hiking, horseback riding, climbing, and hang-gliding can be enjoyed nearby, with famous ski slopes and interesting old towns also a short drive away. The hotel is approximately 83.1 km from Abruzzo International Airport (PSR) and 150 km from Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO), which is the preferred airport. Nearby attractions include Campo Imperatore (13.4 km), and Castel del Monte and La Notte delle Streghe (both within a 15-minute drive). Other points of interest such as Calascio Fortress, Museo Civico della Cultura Materiale, and Peltuinum are also accessible.
