Sextantio Albergo Diffuso

Hotels
9 (630 reviews)
Via Principe Umberto snc , L'Aquila , it

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Unique historical experience
Exceptional breakfast
Cons:
Lumpy mattress
Complicated dinner options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.33
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.3
Staff was exceptional, but a bit more help could have been provided.
Location
9.34
Great location within the town, easily accessible.
Room Quality
8.79
Rooms have a historic aesthetic; some issues with mattress comfort.
Amenities
8.82
Amenities are good but some aspects like the heater/air fan need improvement.
Value for Money
8.78
Some dining options were considered expensive for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Mixed reviews on dining; breakfast was fantastic, but dinner had issues.
Overall Experience
9.3
A unique, memorable experience blending historic charm with modern comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 01:25

Property Description

Unique Accommodation in a Medieval Village
Experience a stay like no other at Sextantio Albergo Diffuso, nestled in the fortified medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, 1250 meters above sea level.

Historic Charm with Modern Comfort
Indulge in the beauty of 17th-century wooden ceilings, ancient fireplaces, and locally woven linens, paired with modern amenities like under-floor heating and remote-controlled lighting.

Local Cuisine and Outdoor Adventures
Savor a variety of local dishes at the on-site restaurant, made from fresh ingredients sourced from nearby fields. Explore outdoor activities such as climbing, hiking, and horse-riding, all amidst the stunning backdrop of Gran Sasso National Park.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Sextantio Albergo Diffuso.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FCO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 630 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.33
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 8.78
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
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Stefan • couple • at
10
Absolutely unique experience
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff helped us to dive into medieval life. We lived as if on a film set (actually, there was in fact a film team taking scenes gor a movie). Excellent food (dinner and breakfast). Location so close to the Campo Imperatore could not been better. All in all an unbeatable atmosphere!

Cons:

We had only a bath tube and no shower in the room. For people >60yrs and/or >100kgs this is annoying…

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • be
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Sofie • couple • it
5
We left one night early since it way impossible to sleep.
Pros:

The hotel has kept the original rooms and infrastructure off the time ii was built, so it’s like walking back in time.

Cons:

The room has no aircondition and the bed has a mattress made out of wool that is very hot and uncomfortable. During summer the room and bed is way to hot and therefore it’s very hard to sleep.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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cristina • couple • it
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Darren • solo_traveller • gb
10
Definitely Book!
Pros:

This was a truly remarkable experience to stay here. We were warmly welcomed by Cristina who took the time to explain everything to us and gave a personal tour of the room and all the facilities. If you want a unique experience of living in medieval times (with some luxuries, of course), then definitely book!! All the food we ate was original and locally produced and always well presented.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Michal • solo_traveller • il
6
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • ch
10
Phantastisches Wochenende in historischem Ambiente
Pros:

Sehr authentische liebevoll restaurierte Unterkunft, tolles Personal, super Restaurant! Wir kommen wieder!

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Mariangela • solo_traveller • it
10
Un sogno
Pros:

Atmosfera unica e emozionante della camera Torre, con vasca e caminetto .. davvero una notte indimenticabile e rilassante .. conoscevamo già Sextantium e ogni volta e'una magia..

Cons:

Niente

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Stefano • couple • it
10
Esperienza
Pros:

Originalità e atmosfera

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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sergio • couple • it
9
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Klaus • couple • at
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Ilaria • couple • it
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • us
6
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • br
10
Uma volta no tempo! Espetacular!
Pros:

A pousada lhe coloca no século XV, vivendo como os habitantes da época. O lugar é incrível, a forma como tudo foi recriado para se tornar uma pousada é impecável. Experiência incrível!

Cons:

No nosso quarto , especificamente, há uma ante-sala decorada como na época em que a vila foi construída. O problema é que a ante-sala é aberta ao público para a visitação, inclusive durante a noite, o que nos acordou com turistas curiosos entrando e falando dentro do cômodo. Poderia ser revisto para que os hóspedes pudessem trancar a porta, pelo menos, no horário noturno.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • us
10
Charming and quaint
Pros:

It's unique charm and outstanding staff

Cons:

That the shops were not open

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Sophia • couple • nl
10
Authentieke kamers, zeer schoon, mooi gelegen, een bijzonder ervaring in een prachtig gebied!
Pros:

Heel zorgvuldig omgegaan met het restaureren destijds, je waant je echt in de middeleeuwen. De kamers ademen een enorme sfeer uit en op elk detail is gelet. Ook de cantina waar ontbijt en in de middag een kleine kaart en heerlijke drankjes wordt geserveerd! Ontbijt is ook erg lekker, alles uit de streek… Een hele mooie ervaring

Cons:

Niets

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Simone • couple • de
10
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Rojas • couple • cl
9
Más que comodidad una hermosa experiencia.
Pros:

La experiencia de vivir como en el pasado.
El desayuno. El personal

Cons:

Un tanto pequeña la habitación que nos asignaron.

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Walter • couple • it
10
Location unica in una regione meravigliosa
Pros:

Posto unico in una regione meravigliosa

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Ralf Stefan • extended_group • de
10
Spektakuläres Hotel in historischem Ambiente.
Pros:

Spektakuläres Hotel in historischem Ambiente. Kein Kitsch, alles sehr stimmig - vom Mobiliar bis zum Essen. Sehr freundliche Mitarbeiter.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee