Hotel Banchetta, Sestriere, Italy

The homely Hotel Banchetta has been family-run since 1930s and they've created a lovely, warm and cosy hotel. It's in the centre of Borgata, a small village four kilometres from the Sestriere - perfect if you're looking for a more relaxed ski holiday.

Quiet location

The best thing about the hotels location in Borgata is that you won't have to queue to get onto the lifts in the morning. Beat the crowds and be one of the first on the mountain. The nearest lift is just 300 meters away and connects you to the wider ski area, meaning you can get a jump start on those staying in central Sestriere. Best of all, you can ski right back to the hotel.

Food and drink

The staff here give a warm and friendly service, especially at meal times. Breakfast is buffet style, which means there's no waiting about if you're keen to get explore the Milky Way. The tasty four-course evening meal often including dishes from the Piedomonte region will help build your energy levels back up and don't forget to visit the bar. It's a great place to relax and chat to other guests about your day on the mountain - be sure to try a glass of wines from the region, they are some of Italy's best. If you're lucky enough to have good weather, you can sit out on the terrace and soak up the sunshine.

• Sun terrace
• Sauna (payable locally)
• Free Wi-Fi in public areas (In rooms: 30 minutes free per day, weekly access can be paid for locally for approx. €1 per day)
• Heated boot room
• Cots & linen available
• Early meal times and a children's menu are available on request

• No. of rooms: 28

• No. of buildings: 1
• No. of floors: 3

• Official rating: 3

Local Fees and Taxes

Tourist tax of €1.50 per person per night payable locally directly to hotel.

Rooms

Standard Twin Rooms sleep two people and have a and some rooms have a mountain view. Room sleeping up to three people (extra single bed) are available but please specify at time of booking.

Single Rooms are also available.

Room facilities -

• TV
• Wi-Fi (payable locally, approx. €1 per day)
• Shower
• Hairdryer

• Lift accessible: No
• Lift serves all floors: No
• No. of steps into property: 13
• Access ramp: Yes

The Hotel Banchetta is on a half board basis.

Enjoy a buffet breakfast and a four-course evening meal with a starter of pasta or soup. The food is simple but comforting, which is just what you need when you're trying to warm up. This is a family hotel, so you'll feel right at home in it's welcoming restaurant. Once a week, there's also a candlelit dinner which will really help you wind down after a tiring day in the snow.

Board basis options available

• Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

• Vegans
• Vegetarians

Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking. The hotel cannot cater for gluten free, diabetics and severe allergies. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.