Think the pictures on the hotels own website are a little misleading, as they give you the impression that the hotel is on its own on a mountain. It is in fact amongst other hotels in the main town of Sestriere, and quite a strange looking hotel from the outside. However, I have no complaints once inside. We were given a very warm welcome, and the staff could not be more polite and helpful. It has a very individual and personal feel to it. We were shown to our rooms, which were a triple and a double and the facilities of the hotel. The rooms are very large and spacious, and very different. Quite modern interior. The bathroom was very large with large soft towels, a big choice of toiletries and a wonderful power shower and bath. If skiing, there is a very nice ski/boot room on each floor, which is heated and lots of space. If driving there is a large garage to use, which can be accessed from inside the hotel, and there is a charge of 5 Euro per night. Even though it was very late when we arrived, we were invited to the bar/lounge area for a welcome drink and snacks which was complimentary. This is also where breakfast is served, which is continental, with a big choice to choose from. There are large glass windows to look out of, and patio when warmer. We unfortunately only stayed the one night, but would have loved to have stayed longer to make use of the hotels facilities. Although quite pricey, it is well worth it, and a great place to stay and relax after a long days skiing!