Sextantio Albergo Diffuso - Santo Stefano Di Sessanio

3-star Albergo Diffuso in a preserved medieval village deep in Abruzzo's Gran Sasso National Park

Accommodations

Sextantio Albergo Diffuso offers rooms scattered throughout original 13th- to 16th-century stone buildings in the hilltop village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio. Each room preserves 17th-century wooden ceilings, ancient fireplaces, and locally woven linens while adding modern comforts such as under-floor heating and remote-controlled lighting. The hotel provides a choice of classic and superior rooms, some with private fireplaces and bathtubs for a romantic stay.

Dining

The hotel operates two restaurants and a café that focus on traditional Abruzzese recipes made with fresh ingredients from the surrounding fields. Breakfast includes homemade pastries, local cheeses, and cured meats served in a vaulted medieval room or on the terrace. The main restaurant offers tasting menus that change with the seasons, and the Cantinone bar serves wine and cheese in the evenings.

Experiences & Activities

Guests can join truffle-hunting outings with Andrea and his hounds or learn to bake bread in a wood-fire oven using methods handed down by local grandmothers. The hotel also organizes cheese-making courses with Serena, which include a charcuterie board and glass of wine. Beyond the village, the Gran Sasso National Park offers hiking trails, climbing routes, mountain biking, and ski slopes within a short drive.

On-Site Amenities & Services

The hotel provides bicycle rental, live music performances, and themed dinner nights for evening entertainment. A tearoom and bar are available for relaxation, and the front desk offers concierge service, tour desk, and luggage storage. For guests with mobility needs, the property includes wheelchair-accessible rooms with emergency cords, lower sinks, and raised toilets, as well as valet parking and airport shuttle service.

Location & Surroundings

Sextantio Albergo Diffuso sits in the heart of the Gran Sasso National Park, 1300 meters above sea level, surrounded by hiking trails and mountain views. The medieval fortress of Rocca Calascio is a short walk or drive away, and the Campo Imperatore highlands offer panoramic landscapes. Guests can also explore local hiking trails, bike routes, and ski slopes in winter, all within the park boundaries.

• Location: Preserved medieval village in Gran Sasso National Park at 1250 m a.s.l.
• Rooms: Accommodations in restored 13th-16th century stone buildings with under-floor heating
• Dining: Two restaurants and a café serving local recipes from neighboring fields
• Experiences: Truffle hunting, bread-baking, and cheese-making classes led by locals
• Activities: Hiking, climbing, horse-riding, hang-gliding, and nearby ski slopes
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with emergency cords and grab rails

Licence number: 066091ald0001,IT066091A15DICQMNR