Sextantio Albergo Diffuso - Santo Stefano Di Sessanio

Albergo Diffuso in a preserved medieval village at 4100 ft in Gran Sasso National Park

Accommodations & Design

Rooms and junior suites at Sextantio Albergo Diffuso are scattered across 13th-16th century buildings in the fortified village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio. Each unit preserves original features such as 17th-century wooden ceilings and ancient fireplaces, while incorporating under-floor heating and remote-controlled lighting. The wool mattresses, locally woven linens, and step stools for high beds reflect a commitment to historical authenticity combined with contemporary comfort.

Dining & Local Cuisine

Two on-site restaurants and a café serve recipes based on local ingredients sourced from neighboring fields. The Locanda Restaurant offers a tasting menu that highlights traditional Abruzzese dishes, while the Cantina provides a wine and cheese experience in a vaulted medieval room. Breakfast includes homemade pastries, local cheeses, and fresh juices, served daily on a terrace overlooking the rolling hills.

Experiences & Activities

Sextantio Albergo Diffuso offers guided truffle hunting with trained dogs and a bread-making class where ingredients are measured by hand using a grandmother's methods. Guests can join cheese-making courses with Serena, participate in themed dinner nights, or take walking tours that explore the village's wool production history. Live music evenings and cooking classes provide additional cultural immersion beyond standard hotel stays.

Location & Outdoor Adventures

The Albergo Diffuso Sextantio sits within Gran Sasso National Park, providing direct access to hiking trails and the Rocca Calascio Fortress. In winter, ski slopes are a short drive away, and horseback riding, cycling, and hang-gliding are available in warmer months. The nearby Campo Imperatore highlands offer scenic routes for walks and picnics, all within a 30-minute radius.

Guest Services & Accessibility

Hotel Sextantio Albergo Diffuso is wheelchair accessible, with emergency cords in bathrooms, grab rails, and lower sinks in select rooms. Family amenities include board games, babysitting services, and a kids' menu at the restaurant. Pets are welcomed with dedicated pet baskets and bowls, and the property offers valet parking, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk.

• Location: Preserved medieval village at 4100 ft in Gran Sasso National Park
• Rooms: Scattered across 13th-16th century buildings with original fireplaces
• Dining: Two restaurants and a café serving local recipes
• Experiences: Truffle hunting, bread-making, cheese-making classes
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and lower sinks
• Pet Policy: Pets allowed with pet baskets and bowls

License number: 066091ald0001,IT066091A15DICQMNR