Stella d'Italia in Sparone, rooms and a bar in the Orco Valley
Stella d'Italia camere e bar caffetteria is a family-run guesthouse in the centre of Sparone, in Piedmont, with spacious rooms and a generous breakfast. It has private parking and a solarium terrace. I would suggest it to walkers, cyclists and anyone on a work trip who wants cleanliness, quiet and hosts who are around.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Stella d'Italia is in Sparone and how to get there
Stella d'Italia camere e bar caffetteria is on Via Locana, in the centre of Sparone, in Piedmont. Guests find it a convenient base for the Orco Valley and for trips in the Gran Paradiso park.
The village is in the mountains, and it is best reached by car, although one guest arrived by bike. The property description points out free private parking, and one guest mentions free parking nearby too. For those landing in Turin, the airport is among the references given.
What the rooms and spaces at Stella d'Italia are like
The rooms are spacious and well kept, with a mix of antique furniture and modern comfort. One guest writes about large bathrooms, with a window and recently renovated, and about impeccable cleanliness. Every room has a flat-screen TV and linen included.
On the ground floor there is the bar caffetteria, and to relax there are a shared lounge, a quiet garden and a solarium terrace with a view of the mountains. The property also offers room service.
| Space | What you find | Who it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Rooms | Spacious, clean, with period furniture and renovated bathrooms | If you want space and calm |
| Bar caffetteria | On the ground floor | If you like a coffee downstairs |
| Solarium terrace | Views of the Alps | If you are back from a hike |
| Parking | Private and free | If you are travelling by car |
What guests say about Stella d'Italia
On Google the rating is 4.6 from 120 reviews, and almost all the comments are enthusiastic. The tone is that of a historic building restored to a high standard and run with care by the family.
- The family management. Several guests praise the hostess, described as present, kind and attentive to every request.
- The cleanliness. The point that comes up most often, with rooms described as spotless.
- The breakfast. Generous, varied and well presented. The property description adds gluten-free options.
- The quiet. One cyclist says they slept very well despite the bar downstairs, because it closes early in the evening.
What to know before you book
I have not found any serious criticism, and that matters. There are, however, a few things to know so you are not caught out.
- The style of the furniture. Some rooms have antique furniture, practical but not from a design hotel. If you love modern style, look at the photos.
- The savoury breakfast. One guest writes that the sweet breakfast is included, while the savoury one is available on request, with an adjustment to the price.
- The bar. It closes early in the evening, so do not expect a place to stay out late.
- Only one lukewarm review. The only low rating comes from someone who had breakfast there, found it good, and does not describe a real problem.
Who Stella d'Italia is for
I would choose it for those who come to walk or cycle in the Orco Valley, for anyone stopping one night for work and for anyone who wants to sleep in a clean and quiet place. It also works well for couples who prefer family management to an anonymous hotel.
I would not recommend it to anyone looking for nightlife, a pool or resort-style services. If you would rather explore other areas of Piedmont, you could look at the Agriturismo Il Runch Di Majrano Luca in Viù or the Hotel Napoleon in Turin. Of both I can only give you the name and the town.
What to do around Sparone
Sparone is a good starting point for hikes in the Orco Valley and the Gran Paradiso park. One guest chose Stella d'Italia precisely for a bike tour of the area, and another says it is excellent for exploring the valley.
My ideal plan is a day of trails or pedalling, then the solarium and a quiet dinner in the village. The next day, a generous breakfast and back out on the road at an easy pace. If you are arriving with limited time, one night is enough to see why so many say they will return.
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