We stayed for 2 nights mid-week. We booked this hotel because of its direct access to the Pizzalto ski lift. We wanted ski in ski out and this is exactly what we got and believe this hotel is the only one in the area which offers this. It was in a perfect location which meant no wasting time waiting for ski buses or driving and parking. We could drive up and park for free at the hotel. A porter service was available to take out bags from the very snowy car park. The front of house staff (3 ladies) were extremely helpful and allowed us have our bedroom early. The room was very comfortable with a balcony and stunning mountain view. Although there was only 2 of us it did have an upstairs bedroom with two extra beds and another bathroom, which would make a great family bedroom. The hotel is very popular with Italians on 1/2 and full board so there was no ala carte menu but the food was very good local fare but slightly expensive at 40 euros per head, although that was for four courses. Do have to take into account the location having a bearing on cost with it being a ski resort hotel. All waiting staff were extremely friendly, helpful and very welcoming as, indeed, were all the staff. The hotel is some 6km from Roccaraso so no local night life but hotel runs very active children's club during the day with events for adults into the evening which were fun and a chance to improve your Italian. One thing to be aware of is the hotel is on the piste so you do hear the rumble of the snow cannons working overnight (like a dull extractor fan noise). It is easy to ignore this noise but it may be worth asking for a room that is not facing the mountain, althought the plus value of that view is worth considering. Definitely will return and will try to use 1/2 board as prices for this are very competitive.