The hotel is located in central Italy in the Abruzzo region. L'Aquila city centre is just 27 km away. The hotel offers unique accommodation in the fortified medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio. It is 100 km from Abruzzo International Airport and 150 km from Rome's Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. This charming 27-room hotel features beautiful, simple décor, locally woven linens, 17th-century wooden ceilings, and ancient fireplaces. All this is combined with modern technology. Guests are welcomed in the lobby, which offers a 24-hour reception and 24-hour check-out service. Guests can pamper themselves in the hairdressing salon, enjoy a drink at the bar and dine in the restaurant. Business travellers will enjoy the convenience of conference facilities while all guests will appreciate the wireless Internet access. Additional amenities include a laundry service and a car park for those arriving by car. It is also possible to rent bicycles at the hotel. Besides their historical features and original autochthonous furnishings, the ample rooms come with wood burning fireplaces and heated floors. Each room reveals the original subdivision, design and arte povera decor. This design fully respects the local heritage of the region's mountain people. All rooms are en suite with a shower, a bath and a hairdryer. Guests can enjoy a good night's rest on their king-size bed. Rooms come equipped with Internet access and central heating. There are a range of leisure opportunities available at the hotel including canoeing, golf, horse riding and biking. The hotel serves a breakfast buffet while the evening meal can be enjoyed à la carte or as a set menu.