Family-run guest house in Valtournenche, at the gateway to Cervinia: modern alpine rooms, heated ski storage and free parking.
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The 4478 Mountain Lodge is a family-run guest house located in the hamlet of Montaz in Valtournenche, in the Aosta Valley, along the road leading to Cervinia. The name pays homage to the altitude of the Matterhorn and to the mountaineering passion of the Poletto family, who have managed the property since 2016 after renovating a 1961 building with its distinctive wooden façade.
The rooms and suite combine alpine design elements with modern amenities: underfloor heating, flat-screen smart TV, minibar, Nespresso coffee machine and a spacious bathroom with shower. Some room types feature a balcony with views of the surrounding mountains. The suite adds a bathtub and a lounge area with sofa.
The property offers free private parking, WiFi throughout and a heated ski storage room, particularly appreciated by guests visiting the slopes of Valtournenche and Cervinia. A buffet breakfast is available on site. Ideal for couples and families looking for a carefully appointed and authentic stay in the heart of the Aosta Valley Alps.
The 4478 Mountain Lodge offers four types of accommodation, all sharing an atmosphere that blends contemporary comfort with traditional alpine aesthetics. Every room features an en-suite bathroom, heating, flat-screen smart TV, minibar, Nespresso coffee machine and refrigerator — a complete set of amenities designed to make your stay enjoyable in every season.
The double rooms with balcony — available in a standard version of 20 sqm and a superior version of 23 sqm — offer views of the mountains and lake, with the option to choose between an extra-large double bed or twin beds. At the top of the range is the 34 sqm Suite, featuring a bathtub, a lounge area with sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom: the ideal choice for guests seeking more space and privacy. The 20 sqm Twin Room completes the offering with a straightforward yet equally well-appointed formula.
A 20 sqm room that combines modern furnishings with alpine-style details. It features a balcony with mountain and lake views, a private bathroom with bath or shower, bidet, complimentary toiletries, slippers and hairdryer. Equipped with a minibar, Nespresso coffee machine, refrigerator, electric kettle, flat-screen smart TV with satellite and cable channels and streaming service. An independent entrance is also available. The bed configuration is flexible: two single beds or one extra-large double bed.
The superior version of the balcony room at 23 sqm, offering a few extra square metres compared to the standard type. Here too, the blend of contemporary furnishings and traditional elements is the defining theme of the décor. The balcony offers views of the mountains and the surrounding lake. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower, bidet, slippers and a complimentary toiletry set. Amenities include a minibar, Nespresso coffee machine, refrigerator, electric kettle, smart TV with satellite channels and streaming service. Independent entrance. Beds can be configured as twin or extra-large double.
The Suite is the most spacious accommodation in the property, with its 34 sqm divided between a sleeping area with an extra-large double bed and a lounge area with a sofa bed. The en-suite bathroom is the most complete in the entire lodge: it features a bathtub, separate shower, bidet, slippers and complimentary toiletries. The décor combines modern comforts with traditional alpine touches, including a flat-screen smart TV, streaming service, Nespresso coffee machine, minibar and refrigerator. The lounge area with sofa bed also makes it suitable for guests seeking greater independence during their stay.
A 20 sqm room with two single beds, ideal for guests travelling with a friend or preferring separate beds. The style echoes the characteristic alpine-contemporary mix found throughout the property. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower, bidet, slippers, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Equipped with a minibar, Nespresso coffee machine, refrigerator, electric kettle, flat-screen smart TV with satellite and cable channels and streaming service. Independent entrance available. No balcony.
The 4478 Mountain Lodge provides guests with a range of services designed for those who choose the mountains in every season. The most appreciated feature among skiers is undoubtedly the free heated ski storage room, available on site at no charge: a rare comfort that allows guests to leave their equipment safe and at the ideal temperature between outings on the slopes of Valtournenche and Cervinia.
Private parking is free and available on site without the need to book, while WiFi is accessible throughout the property at no extra cost. All rooms are non-smoking and the property is entirely smoke-free. Allergy-free rooms and family rooms are available, with independent access to each unit. Daily housekeeping is provided.
On the technology front, every room is equipped with a flat-screen smart TV with satellite, cable and streaming services. Near the property, guests can enjoy hiking, cycling and skiing. A buffet breakfast is available, with menus adaptable to special dietary requirements on request.
The 4478 Mountain Lodge is located in the hamlet of Montaz, at the entrance to the village of Valtournenche, a municipality in the Aosta Valley that stretches along the valley of the same name at the foot of the Matterhorn. We are approximately 15 minutes by car from Cervinia and its renowned ski resort, one of the most famous in the Alps, which shares with Zermatt in Switzerland a ski area covering more than 360 kilometres of slopes.
Just 1.4 km from the property, the Valtournenche-Salette cable car provides access to the slopes without having to drive all the way up to Breuil-Cervinia. The village of Valtournenche, with its characteristic stone and wood buildings, retains an authentic atmosphere of a traditional Aosta Valley alpine village, with a few shops, typical restaurants and easy access to the summer trails of the Parco Naturale del Mont Avic and the Italian side of the Matterhorn.
The location is ideal for those wishing to combine slope access with more affordable prices compared to Cervinia, while enjoying the scenery of the Valtournenche valley. Turin Caselle Airport is approximately 76 km away, reachable in just over an hour by car.
Guests particularly praise cleanliness and bed comfort, both scoring 9.8, along with staff and services at 9.4. Value for money is highly appreciated (9.3), while the location, though pleasant, receives a slightly lower score compared to the other categories.
Check-in is available from 16:00 to 21:00. You are required to inform the property of your estimated arrival time in advance, either via the Special Requests section during booking or by contacting the property directly.
Yes, the property provides a free heated ski storage room on site, ideal for storing skis, snowboards and boots between outings on the slopes of Valtournenche and Cervinia.
The property is approximately 15 minutes by car from Breuil-Cervinia. The Valtournenche-Salette cable car, which provides direct access to the ski area, is just 1.4 km from the property.
Yes, the property offers a buffet breakfast. On request, menus suited to special dietary requirements can be arranged.
No, the property does not allow pets.
Yes, free private parking is available directly on site, with no reservation required.
The property offers four room types: Double/Twin Room with Balcony (20 sqm), Superior Double/Twin Room with Balcony (23 sqm), Suite with bathtub and lounge area (34 sqm) and Twin Room (20 sqm). All rooms feature a private bathroom, underfloor heating, smart TV and Nespresso coffee machine.
