L'Elefantino - Bed and Book

A warm mountain retreat where you feel at home

L'Elefantino - Bed and Book is a welcoming and peaceful retreat set in a historic building in Roccasparvera, in the heart of the Cuneo valleys. It is designed for guests who appreciate comfort, genuine hospitality and the simple pleasure of staying somewhere with character, with mountain views and a truly tranquil atmosphere.

From the moment you arrive the atmosphere is warm, personal and relaxed. The hosts take real pride in making guests feel welcome, helping with plans for a day in the mountains, suggesting routes and making even a short stay feel special. Private check-in and check-out, luggage storage and free private parking on site complete a simple and attentive service.

Spacious rooms and apartments

The accommodation combines generous space with everything needed for a relaxing stay: comfortable beds, a private bathroom, a balcony, air-conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and a coffee machine. Recently renovated and decorated with taste, the interiors are bright, carefully maintained and spotlessly clean, with a homely character that feels more like a private home than a conventional hotel.

One of the most distinctive touches at L'Elefantino is its elephant theme and collection, present in details throughout the property: it adds personality and a sense of fun without taking anything away from the calm and simplicity of the place. Family rooms, shared spaces, board games and children's books make the property well suited to families, and pets are welcome on request at no extra charge.

Breakfast, bar and local cooking

Food is an important part of the experience. The Italian buffet breakfast is served in the room, often in a picnic basket delivered to your door, while downstairs the bar and dining area offer an easygoing place for a coffee, an aperitivo or dinner after a day outdoors. The kitchen serves home-style cooking and traditional Piedmontese recipes, with room service, packed lunches on request and no unnecessary formality.

Activities and nature around the property

The location is ideal for travellers who want to explore the natural beauty of the region: hiking, cycling, rafting and canoeing, skiing in winter and scenic drives through the valleys. The property offers yoga classes, walking tours, bike tours, sessions about local culture and themed dinners, while cyclists and motorcyclists find convenient, secure parking and a genuine welcome for active travellers.

Main facilities

Facilities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, an on-site restaurant and bar, free private parking on site and a garage, room service, breakfast in the room, family rooms and non-smoking rooms, a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and free toiletries, a balcony and terrace with an outdoor dining area, picnic and BBQ facilities, a kitchen with dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave, washing machine and coffee machine, flat-screen TV and radio, heating, a drying rack and ironing facilities, luggage storage, a shared lounge, private check-in and check-out, a children's high chair, board games and books, carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers. The property is entirely smoke-free and upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Italian, English and French are spoken.