Where to Stay in Sarnano

Where to stay in Sarnano: the best areas

Historic center. Staying in the village makes it possible to get around on foot. Old Sarnano keeps the shape of the castrum, the fortified village. It spreads out in concentric rings from Piazza Alta, the upper square, which is overlooked by the church of Santa Maria Assunta and the Palazzo del Podestà, Palazzo dei Priori and Palazzo del Popolo. It then descends to the foot of the hill. A couple of hours are enough to see the historic center.

For a B&B right in the center there is La Locanda del Serafino, which offers rooms and breakfast in the historic center. Palazzo Rossi is also close to the center. The Hotel Terme stands on the town's central square. Among the hotels, the Hotel Brunforte has rooms, a restaurant and meeting rooms. The full list of hotels is on the Sarnano hotels page.

Near the spa. Sarnano is known for the Terme di San Giacomo. The complex also includes a spa, an outdoor pool and a residence connected to the spa facility, with opening periods to check before booking. Another property, the Hotel Le Fonti, is in the park next to the spa, a short distance from the historic center.

Countryside and hills. Outside the town the settings are quieter. L'Antica Dimora is a country house with apartments and a pool, designed also for guests traveling by bike. Il Sassetto is a B&B with rooms and breakfast in contrada Sassetto. Fonte La Castellana, in the Piane di Tenna area, offers rooms and a restaurant. The agriturismi include Castelvecchio. In the nearby municipality of San Ginesio, in the locality of San Liberato, is the agriturismo La Quercia della Memoria.

Sassotetto. The Sassotetto area (Sarnano) is a mountain hamlet with hotels and residences close to the lifts. The ski area includes Sassotetto and the Santa Maria Maddalena pass. The slopes lie between about 1,300 and 1,680 m above sea level. On clear days the sea is visible from the slopes. The Hotel Hermitage, in Sassotetto, is a three-star hotel with an outdoor pool. The Hotel Sassotetto, run by the same family for many years, is a few meters from the ski lifts.

Where to stay in Sarnano: map of the properties

The map shows the location of each property in relation to three reference points: the historic center, the spa and the mountain resorts. It helps to understand in advance whether a stay is a few steps from Piazza Alta, in the countryside or up in the mountains. The distances from the center given on this page are approximate. It is worth checking the exact route on the map before booking.

Below the map the properties are listed by type: hotels, B&Bs, country houses and agriturismi, residences and vacation rentals, campground and RV area. Each entry links to a page with contact details and practical information.

Where to stay in Sarnano: how to choose

To explore the village on foot. A B&B or hotel in the historic center works best, such as La Locanda del Serafino or Palazzo Rossi. All the main sights can be reached without a car. The way in is through Porta Brunforte, then up toward Piazza Alta. The stops are described on the things to do in Sarnano page.

For the spa and relaxation. The properties near the Terme di San Giacomo, or in the center a short distance away, are the ones to consider. Before booking a wellness package it is wise to check directly with the property what it includes.

For cycling and hiking. The area around Sarnano offers routes on foot, by bike and on horseback. One example is the Via delle Cascate Perdute, a nature trail of about 6 km linking three waterfalls. The country house Antica Dimora is among the properties that cater to cyclists.

For skiing. Staying in Sassotetto cuts down on travel in the morning. Choosing the town means allowing for the drive to the lifts. Before setting out it is a good idea to check snow conditions and whether the lifts are open.

To eat where you sleep. Some properties have an in-house restaurant: Hotel Brunforte, Hotel La Marchigiana, Fonte La Castellana, Hotel Hermitage and Albergo Ristorante Ai Pini. La Marchigiana also offers apartments, useful for longer stays. B&Bs such as La Locanda del Serafino and Il Sassetto offer rooms with breakfast instead. For dinner there is a choice of places in town.

For travel by RV or tent. Sarnano has a campground, the Villaggio Quattro Stagioni, and an RV area. Both have their own page.

In spring and during festivals. Between late spring and early June the Piani di Ragnolo are covered in wild orchids. During events such as the Palio del Serafino it is advisable to book ahead.