Ostello ValGrande

This was such a beautiful hostel and it was in one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. So clean and comfortable. It was one of my best experiences in Italy and I can not recommend it enough!!!

Massimo, the host, was very friendly and helpful. He made us feel right at home. The location of the hostel is a dream, with hiking trails immediately outside the village. The rooms were clean and comfortable. It has a real nice mountain hut-vibe.

I would have preferred a double bed for me and my partner, but the bunk beds themselves were comfortable enough.

the cozy and relaxing atmosphere. The beautiful and authentic surroundings ❤️

Sweet and natural hosts who made us feel welcome.

Spectacular location atop a long and very narrow road. But well worth the drive up. Relaxed atmosphere with helpful staff. Well equipped and well organised.

Lovely host, excellent location in nature. Nearby restaurant serves delicious food.

The facilities were fantastic, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The hostel was very clean and comfortable, we had a wonderful stay.

Great location up the side of a mountain. Perfect starting point for beautiful hikes. We didn’t bring food and the restaurant next door we thought would be open was closed, but that wasn’t a problem because the hostel’s kitchen comes with its own “mini market”. The pantry and fridge(s) are fully stocked for you to use for a delicious meal in return for a donation. The hosts are incredibly friendly and helpful and the overall atmosphere is very inviting and relaxed. Would come again!

friendly staff, nice area for hiking and to enjoy nature. fully equipped and stocked kitchen to prepare own meals on donation basis.

Cicogna is not an easy place to reach, especially on foot. Village "at the end of the world", where road ends and hiking paths start. But oh, is it worth a go. I have stayed in many hostels but Ostello del Parco is special - from the first moment it felt like home. All amenities at your disposal, maps and good advice for hiking routes, fully stocked pantry, homemade bread... The host Massimo is a treasure! Big thanks and sorry I snatched the sunglasses :)

Because of the room size the beds are bunk-beds, so on top of each other. Not an actual problem but just so you know beforehand.

We were amazed, never seen such a well equipped hostel. Nicest view on the mountains from every room, nicest staff, quiet. Perfect.

Once you get past the winding narrow road - you enter another world. We arrived early, so we parked the car and luckily other hikers suggested we hike to Pogallo. This hike was one of the highlights of our trip. Water falls at every turn, a river you can bathe in and the small village of Pogallo which makes you feel like you will run into Maria singing the "The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Music." This is a hostel so it's difficult to give it a regular rating. We reserved a room with two twin beds and a private bathroom. The twin beds were bunk beds. :-) and the private bathroom did not include a shower. There were communal showers. Everything was clean and comfortable (well I'll admit sleeping on a top bunk at the age of 64 was a bit challenging ;-) ) The communal kitchen has everything you need to cook a meal and the owner has set up the kitchen with all snack food you may need. You can pay for it there. You can also eat at the reasonably priced restaurant connected to the hostel.

A wonderful place: immerse in nature with a fantastic owner. Feel like a family.

the shared kitchen and available food is just amazing.

Nice and weloming place, just right to refill after some days of hiking. Real trail angels, have to come back.

Its Cicogna, its Massimo, its exceptional.

The hostel manager, Andrea was super helpful!

Loved it!

Exceptional

Superb

Everything was super, the host is great and the dynamic in the hostel is amazing.For travels it's the best spot to rest, or even just spend the day.