What a magical place! Have you ever imagined that a hotel like this even exists?! We’ve seen all kinds of exotic places and luxury interiors, but this one is truly unique. Located in a medieval village in Italy called S. Stefano di Sessanio, Albergo Diffuso hotel attracts admirers of the simple style and the old traditions!

Standing proudly at 1250 meters above sea level in the mountains of Abruzzo, the fortress-looking hotel is a perfect place for a fairy-tale vacation. Its interior, featuring raw stones and lots of candles, is courtesy of Oriano Associati Architetti. Here is what they say about the project:

One of our aims is to reflect Abruzzo’s rural traditions. This heritage has strong roots among the mountain people who cherish their pastoral culture. Working with the Museum of the People of Abruzzo – and with the help and advice of the older residents from the area – we have revived artisan skills which go back centuries. Using only traditional raw materials, Santo Stefano’s weavers are producing hand made fabrics for use in our rooms, and to offer to the public directly from the workshop.

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