Aparthotel in Santa Caterina Valfurva with direct ski access, apartments with kitchenette and free private parking just steps from the town centre.
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Residence Raffaella is an aparthotel in Santa Caterina Valfurva, in Alta Valtellina, about 12 km from Bormio and with direct access to the local ski slopes. The property is aimed mainly at families and groups looking for self-catering solutions for multi-day stays, thanks to apartments equipped with a kitchenette or full kitchen.
The range of accommodations includes studio apartments and one-bedroom apartments, many of which overlook the surrounding mountains and feature a balcony. All units have a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and coffee machine, while the larger types offer a separate living area and sofa bed to accommodate larger families.
Main amenities include free private parking, WiFi at no extra cost and ski storage, useful for guests using the nearby slopes. The location, rated very positively by guests, allows restaurants and bars in the village to be reached on foot, and is a good base for excursions into the Stelvio National Park during summer.
Residence Raffaella offers a range of studio apartments and apartments designed for self-catering stays, with sizes ranging from 20 to 60 square metres. Almost all units have a kitchenette or full kitchen, private bathroom, balcony with views of the surrounding mountains and a coffee machine, ensuring independence even for families staying several days at altitude.
The main differences concern the layout of the spaces: some studios have a double bed and sofa bed in the same room, while the larger apartments separate the sleeping area from the living room with a sofa bed and dining area. The One-Bedroom Apartment, the largest at 60 sqm, can accommodate up to four adults and a child, while the attic version adds sloped ceilings and skylights for a more distinctive atmosphere.
The most compact of the residence’s accommodations, with light wood furniture and a west-facing balcony ideal for sunset over the mountains. It has a kitchenette and free WiFi, perfect for two people looking for a simple, functional base.
At 60 sqm, this is the most spacious accommodation in the property, with a separate bedroom and a retractable bunk bed. The living room with balcony and dining area, combined with the fully equipped kitchen, makes it suitable for families of up to four adults and a child.
The only apartment with sloped ceilings and skylights, giving it a cosier feel than the other accommodations. The combination of single bed, sofa bed and double bed comfortably accommodates three people, with the option to add an extra bed.
Compared to the standard Studio Apartment, it offers 5 sqm more and a full kitchenette with hob, refrigerator and microwave. The balcony with mountain views and the living area separated from the bed make it more versatile for extended stays.
Located on the first floor, this family studio adds 5 sqm compared to the Studio Apartment with Balcony while keeping the same bed configuration. The first-floor position offers a slightly different outlook over the surrounding mountains.
At 35 sqm, this is one of the largest studios in the property and can accommodate up to three people thanks to the extra single bed. The equipped kitchen with hob and refrigerator allows guests to prepare full meals during their stay.
Unlike the other studios, here the bedroom is separate from the living room with kitchenette, offering greater privacy. The bathroom, unique among similar room types, also features a bidet in addition to the shower.
An upgraded version of the standard studio, at 30 sqm with more refined furnishings than the base types. The balcony with mountain views and full kitchenette make it a balanced choice between space and comfort for two people.
Residence Raffaella provides guests with free private parking and immediate access to the ski slope, a notable advantage for those spending their winter holidays in Alta Valtellina. Ski storage is also available, useful for storing equipment without having to carry it every day.
The accommodations are heated and equipped with internet connection and TV, while the private bathrooms include shower, bidet and towels, with bed linen provided and the option to change it for a fee upon request. The property is entirely non-smoking and also offers rooms designed for families.
Guests staying here can also go hiking and cycling directly from the surroundings of the property, while private check-in and check-out allow for more flexible arrival and departure management, by communicating the expected time in advance.
Residence Raffaella is located in Santa Caterina Valfurva, a small mountain village in Alta Valtellina known above all for the Stelvio glacier and for being the historic summer training venue for alpine ski teams. The property enjoys direct access to the slopes, a detail that makes it particularly practical for those coming here in winter with skis or a snowboard.
Bormio, with its facilities and spa, is about 12 km away, while the nearest airport, Bolzano, is 136 km away. In the village, just steps from the residence, there are several places for meals and drinks: Ginger Bistrot restaurant is just 50 metres away, Hotel Residence 3 Signori is 350 metres away and Compagnoni restaurant is 600 metres away, while Pub Camino is about 1.1 km away.
Guests staying here have direct access to the Stelvio National Park, one of the largest in Italy, ideal for summer excursions and observing alpine wildlife, with peaks such as Monte Sobretta (3296 m) visible a few kilometres away. In summer it is also possible to reach the Gavia Pass, about 8 km away, one of the most striking alpine passes in the Alps, although closed from October to mid-June due to snow. For families with children, Summer Park Oga, an adventure park about 12 km away, offers an alternative during the warmer months. In winter the area is instead a reference point for alpine skiing and ski touring.
Guests especially praise the staff, rated 9.7, and the location, appreciated with 9.4, especially by couples. Comfort and cleanliness both exceed 9, while value for money, still solid at 8.4, remains the slightly lower-rated aspect.
Yes, Residence Raffaella offers direct access to the ski slopes, a practical advantage for guests staying here during the winter season.
Yes, Residence Raffaella accepts pets upon request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed at the time of booking.
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Yes, Residence Raffaella offers free private parking reserved for guests of the property.
Residence Raffaella is about 12 km from Bormio, reachable by car via the road connecting Santa Caterina Valfurva to the spa town.
Yes, most of the accommodations at Residence Raffaella have a kitchenette or a fully equipped kitchen, suitable for self-catering stays.
Yes, Residence Raffaella provides ski storage so guests can store their equipment conveniently and securely.
