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Accommodation in Sestriere
Sestriere
Sestriere is the crown jewel of the Milky Way, a sprawling ski area that spans the border between Italy and France.
When you stay here, you aren't just booking a room in a single resort; you're gaining a foothold in a network of approximately 250 miles of linked pistes.
Logistically, Sestriere is remarkably convenient for British travellers. It sits roughly 70 miles from Turin Airport, meaning you can often be off the plane and onto the slopes in under two hours. This proximity, combined with its high altitude, makes it a reliable choice from early December through to April. Unlike some of its lower-altitude neighbours, Sestriere’s position ensures that even in leaner snow years, the runs remain crisp and the coverage extensive, thanks in part to an Olympic-grade snowmaking system that covers a vast majority of the terrain.
The resort itself is split into two main areas: Sestriere Colle, the bustling, purpose-built centre characterised by its iconic towers and high-street amenities, and Sestriere Borgata, a more traditional, quieter pocket located about 1.2 miles down the road. Both offer distinct advantages depending on whether you prefer the thick of the action or a more secluded alpine retreat.
Choosing your Sestriere ski accommodation
Choosing the right base in Sestriere isn’t about finding a good spot - it’s about matching the location to your group’s energy level and daily rhythm. The resort was built with skiing at its core, so a huge chunk of the accommodation sits within an easy walk (or straight-up glide) of the lifts, which is excellent news for your knees. If you’re travelling with kids or just want the smoothest, least dramatic mornings possible, aim for properties near the Cit Roc or Garnel chairlifts, as these are the main gateways to the mountain and staying nearby means skipping bus rides and long stomps in heavy boots.
When it comes to atmosphere, Sestriere Colle is the social heart of the resort, packed with boutiques, après-ski bars, and the legendary Tabata nightclub, making it perfect if your evenings involve wine, people-watching, and questionable dance decisions, while Borgata offers a much calmer, old-world Italian village feel that’s still fully linked to the main ski area by its own lifts but feels blissfully far from the neon glow. Many places advertise the ski-in, ski-out dream and, thanks to the layout of the resort, a lot of them genuinely deliver - though it’s always worth checking the exact terrain, because some ski-in routes are more intermediate-friendly than beginner-bliss.
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Ski Apartments in Sestriere
For many skiers, the independent spirit of an apartment is the ultimate way to experience the Italian Alps, and self-catering in Sestriere is far more than a budget move - it’s a full-blown lifestyle choice that lets you slip straight into local Piedmontese culture. The real luxury here is flexibility: no breakfast deadlines, no dinner reservations, and no guilt about lingering an extra hour to watch the sunset over the peaks with a locally sourced spread of fontina cheese and bresaola, all picked up from Sestriere’s well-stocked supermarkets and delicatessens where the quality is outrageous, and the prices will make you briefly consider moving to Italy.
Apartments also hit the perfect sweet spot for groups of every shape and size, whether you’re a couple after a cosy studio or a full crew needing a three-bedroom place with a mezzanine, and most modern options come with sleek, practical layouts plus balconies that open onto panoramic views of the Mount Sises and Mount Banchetta runs. They deliver that elusive home away from home feeling that hotels can’t quite match, complete with shared living spaces where the day ends with ski stories, good company, and a bottle of Nebbiolo doing its important work.
Ski Chalets in Sestriere
When people imagine ski chalets in Sestriere, they’re usually picturing the classic baita - stone-and-timber mountain houses that look like they were designed by a very stylish shepherd - and in this resort, the emphasis is firmly on independent, self-catered chalets that deliver maximum privacy and serious cosy energy. Many of the chalets in and around Sestriere, especially in the surrounding hamlets, have been beautifully restored, keeping their rustic charm with exposed beams and open fireplaces while quietly upgrading you to modern kitchens, heated boot racks, and all the comforts that make ‘unplugging’ feel luxurious instead of inconvenient.
Choosing a self-catered chalet usually means being a little farther from the main square, but the payoff is next-level peace and quiet, making them perfect for groups who want long dinner parties and families who want safe outdoor space for the kids to roam without causing chaos. Some chalets sit within walking distance of the pistes, while others need a short drive or a quick ride on the local ski bus, so it’s worth thinking about your transport plans - but if your goal is space, privacy, and mountain magic, this is the move.
Ski Hotels in Sestriere
If your dream holiday includes zero bed-making and someone else heroically handling the pasta, Sestriere’s hotel scene will treat you very well, with everything from practical 3-star bases to polished 5-star luxury, all designed around one core mission: making tired skiers feel human again. Many hotels come with excellent wellness centres - a non-negotiable after conquering the legendary Kandahar run - complete with saunas, steam rooms, and sometimes outdoor heated pools where you can float blissfully while snow falls around you like a movie scene you didn’t audition for.
The most popular way to stay is on a half-board basis, and honestly, it’s a power move: generous Italian breakfasts (fresh pastries, cured meats, dangerously good coffee) followed by three- or four-course evening feasts of regional specialities, keeping costs neatly under control while still leaving room for indulgent lunches at the mountain’s many rifugios scattered across the 249 miles of the Milky Way. Add in the fact that many of the best hotels sit right on the Front de Neige - meaning you can walk out of the boot room and straight onto the snow - and you’ve got one of the most frictionless ski setups in the Alps.
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