Baita de Mario — Restaurant in Comunità montana Alta Valtellina

After traveling up the windy mountain road we were delighted at the location which was quiet, with mountain views all around. We were given room 400, which was very spacious, with and entrance hall, bedroom with a small balcony and good sized bathroom. Everything was panelled in fresh pine and very clean. No bath, only shower, with shower caps and toiletries and a hairdryer. Our travelling companions did not have quite such a spacious room, but it was very pretty. We thought we had fallen on a good choice, until we got to the restaurant. It all looked nice with interesting pictures and photos, and stuffed animals around the walls. However, the service was dismal, and the menu even worse. The main thing on the menu was deer, or beef. There was no chicken, pork, lamb or fish. I opted for a spaghetti Bolognese. My sister in law, spaghetti with mushrooms, and the men took meat, one deer and the other beef. I could have made a better spaghetti Bolognese myself, and my sister in law could not eat hers, as she said the mushrooms were slimy, there was no sauce, and the spaghetti was slimy too. The men managed to eat their food and I ate mine as I was hungry. We requested the wine menu three times, before finally getting it halfway through the meal. The staff never once came to check if everything was OK, and when clearing away, it must have been obvious to the waitress, that my sister in law had left all her spaghetti, but there was no mention of it. As she was hungry, my sister in law ordered berries, which were nice, she said. I guess you cannot go too wrong with fruit. Breakfast was better, with the usual selection of continental meats and cheeses Its a shame that this hotel does not have a better customer relations attitude, as it is a great setting and we could not fault the cleanliness, but the staff really did not seem interested in us, despite the fact that most seemed to have some command of English. For this reason I have...

Enchanted Retreat: Culinary Delights and Warm Hospitality at Our Beloved Mountain Refuge in Italy

Our favorite mountain refuge in Italy continues to be a treasured escape, inviting us back to its magical embrace through both the lush summers and snowy winters. The hospitality here consistently impresses us with its warmth and generosity.

The staff’s unwavering commitment to ensuring our comfort stands out, as they diligently work to make every stay enjoyable. The culinary offerings are a highlight, with each meal meriting high praise. On this visit, the daily menus were carefully crafted, presenting a splendid variety of dishes. The game dishes, especially those made with venison, and the beef were particularly noteworthy, embodying the rich flavors of the region in the most exquisite way.

The regional specialties offered a genuine taste of the local cuisine, while the desserts were simply sublime, providing a perfect complement to the flawlessly served coffee. The selection of Nebbiolo wines was exceptional, enhancing our dining experience further. We are deeply impressed and filled with gratitude for the kind hospitality extended to us. We look forward to our next visit, hoping to make even more...

Baita de Mario gives a mix feeling between fabulous and unforgettable experience. It's the right place to spend a vacation on the snow or just being there for some relaxing time. Amenities are simple but well focused on the customers and the hotel offers all the necessary services to its guests.||The whole structure is family managed but they will do their best to let you hair down for the whole stay. Communication with the staff before and during the vacation was always smooth and friendly either the check-in and check-out.||The manager Benedetta was awesome, always very helpful and efficient, welcome every guest with a big smile even at the near restaurant still run by the hotel; highly recommended! The food is great and the environment recall a real mountain lodge decorated with wood and filled with warm feelings.||They have also a small outdoor bar that serve directly on the slope and can warm up any guests during daytime with express food and nice drinks.||||If you want to feel at home even when you are skiing in Bormio mountains this is the right place...