Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Abruzzo
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso
A restored medieval village at 1,250m altitude in the Gran Sasso National Park — one Michelin Key, Design Hotels member, with 29 rooms scattered through ancient stone houses.
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About Sextantio Albergo Diffuso
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso is not a hotel in any conventional sense. It is an entire medieval village — Santo Stefano di Sessanio — painstakingly restored and reimagined as a scattered hotel where guest rooms, suites, and communal spaces are distributed through ancient stone houses along cobbled lanes beneath the shadow of the Medici watchtower. At 1,250 metres altitude within the Gran Sasso National Park, the setting is dramatic and otherworldly: a fortified hilltop borgo surrounded by some of the wildest landscape in central Italy. The restoration is internationally acclaimed — furniture, textiles, and objects are sourced from ethnographic research with the Museo delle Genti d'Abruzzo, ensuring every detail honours the village's identity. One Michelin Key and membership of Design Hotels reflect the level of care.
Max Guests
150
Exclusive Use
Yes
From
€150
Highlights
Key Features
- Restored Medieval Village at 1,250m Altitude
- Gran Sasso National Park Setting
- One Michelin Key (2024 & 2025)
- Design Hotels Member
- 29 Rooms with 60 Beds Across the Borgo
- Exclusive Use (One Event Per Day)
- Private Chapel for Ceremonies
- Traditional Abruzzese Cuisine
- Up to 150 Guests for Banquets
- Bridal Suite Available
- Ethnographic Restoration Project
Heritage
A Living Monument to Italian History
Santo Stefano di Sessanio is a fortified medieval village that prospered under the Medici family in the 15th and 16th centuries, serving as a centre for wool production. Over the following centuries the village gradually depopulated as residents moved to the valleys and cities. By the late 20th century, much of the borgo stood abandoned.
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Exclusive Use
The Exclusive Experience
Sextantio grants exclusive use of the venue for one event per day, ensuring your wedding has the entire village as its private setting. With 29 rooms and 60 beds, a significant portion of your guest list can stay within the borgo itself, creating a truly immersive multi-day celebration in this extraordinary mountain village.
What's Included
- Exclusive use of event spaces (one wedding per day)
- Access to the private chapel, terrace, dining rooms, and village spaces
- Dedicated event coordination
- Bridal suite for the wedding night
- 29 rooms with 60 beds for guest accommodation
- Traditional Abruzzese wedding menu
- Village setting within the Gran Sasso National Park
Spaces
Event Spaces & Capacities
| Event Space | Cocktail | Seated Dinner | Buffet | Ceremony |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Two-Level Dining Room Formerly workshop spaces, the two-level dining room features exposed stone walls, original wooden beam ceilings, and atmospheric candlelit lighting. This is the primary reception space for wedding banquets, seating up to 150 guests across both levels. | - | 150 | 150 | - |
| Private Chapel An intimate stone chapel within the village provides a sacred setting for wedding ceremonies. The simple, ancient architecture creates a deeply moving atmosphere. | - | - | - | 60 |
| Village Terrace An outdoor terrace space for welcome aperitivos and cocktail receptions, with views across the Gran Sasso mountain range and the surrounding Abruzzo landscape. | 150 | - | - | 100 |
| Medieval Piazzas & Lanes The village's cobbled lanes and small piazzas can be incorporated into the celebration, creating an unforgettable atmosphere where guests move freely through a private medieval borgo. | 150 | - | - | - |
Facilities
What's On-Site
29 Heritage Rooms & Suites
Guest rooms are scattered throughout the restored village, each unique in character. Rooms retain original stone walls, wooden beams, and antique furnishings sourced from local ethnographic collections. Categories range from Classic rooms to Executive Suites, with a dedicated bridal suite.
Restaurant
The restaurant serves traditional Abruzzese cuisine prepared with authentic local ingredients. Wedding menus include hot and cold antipasti, two first courses, meat main courses with seasonal vegetables, wedding cake, fruit and dessert buffet, regional wines, liqueurs, and sparkling wine.
Wellness & Relaxation
The mountain setting at 1,250 metres provides a natural retreat. The clean air, silence, and dramatic landscape of the Gran Sasso National Park offer a restorative environment for wedding guests.
Experiences
Curated Experiences
- Professional photography and videography coordination
- Live music, DJ, and entertainment arrangements
- Floral design and event styling
- Full wedding planning and coordination
- Guest transport and vehicle services
- Guided excursions in the Gran Sasso National Park
- Traditional Abruzzese cooking experiences
- Wine tastings featuring regional producers
Location
Getting Here
Address
Via Principe Umberto, 67020 Santo Stefano di Sessanio (AQ), Abruzzo, Italy
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Overnight Stay
Stay Experience
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso offers 29 rooms with 60 beds scattered throughout the restored medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio. One Michelin Key, Design Hotels member.
Room Inventory
Approximately 29 rooms and suites available for guest stays.
Starting Rates
From €220 per night
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