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FACTSHEET HOTEL SIRIO – IVREA HOTELS & PREFERENCE Silver Member ___________________________________________________________________________ Ivrea - the heritage of ancestral Italy Already a very important community in Roman times when it was called Eporedia, Ivrea is today a city rich in history. Churches, castles and palaces offer visitors the chance to enjoy again and again the cultural heritage of a city that is the showplace of the region. The appeal and charm of the city of Ivrea is symbolised by the architectural duality where museums and their medieval collections combine with contemporary structures endowed with new technologies. Situated on the Swiss and French borders, the city is surrounded by natural beauty. A surprising destination for lovers of culture, sports, gastronomy and shopping. A mythic Hotel This renowned establishment experienced a golden age during the Olivetti saga. A family hotel, it strived to make a cultural mark as well. There were magnificent art exhibitions open to the public within the very heart of this immense residence. Thanks to the hotel, the whole region enjoyed the spotlight. Purchased on May 25th 2007 by the De Corte family, the hotel opened a new chapter of its history, endowing itself with all the necessary amenities to be able to satisfy a demanding, international clientele. The establishment has undergone two years of complete renovation, and it has been able to adapt itself to the evolution of today’s tourism by continuing to promote the discovery of its history and the cultural wealth of the nearby area. A new history - signed Valérie & Sabine De Corte Valérie De Corte has been Director and Owner of the Hotel Sirio Ivrea for two years. She and her sister Sabine De Corte- Garda wanted to enhance the value of the hotel within the region and attract an international clientele while at the same time maintaining an authentic and convivial welcome. A quality of service that is beyond reproach and a multilingual personnel defy stereotypical notions of the Italian hospitality industry. For Valérie De Corte, with her training most notably at the Ecole Hôtelière of Lausanne and Cornell University, it is a point of honour to surround herself with collaborators who share her level of passion for the hotel industry and the world of fine dining. In less than two years the establishment has recaptured and even surpassed its glorious reputation. Why choose this region? To captivate a new leisure and business clientele, this luxurious 3-star hotel has outfitted itself with various services, like a very fine library offering novels in several languages, wireless broadband Internet, wellness corner where guests can enjoy exclusive massages, fitness trail FACTSHEET and bicycles at your disposal. All of these services have therefore accompanied the complete renovation of the 46 rooms and suites. The original façade, typical of the 1960s, was meticulously conserved. For Valérie De Corte, the hotel’s family tradition is a point of honour, and she takes particular care to ensure that the welcome her guests enjoy is as warm as it Design - Zen and natural Refined ambiance, raw wood, rounded forms, natural colours… Guests can let themselves be delicately taken far away from the turmoil of urban living. The desired result? To feel calm, as if you were on an island of total tranquility. Both inside and outside, everything is conceived to impart this serenity to guests: high ceilings in common areas with walls boasting fresh colours, like gold and bronze, aromatherapy and an English garden. The entire effect is heightened by the amazing view of Lake Sirio. This charming hotel is the perfect spot to restore your vitality and forget your cares. The hotel’s guests may take advantage of a brand new wellness space that offers a range of exclusive massage services (by reservation only). Rooms and suites - cocoons of pleasure Charm and pleasure best describe the 39 rooms and 4 suites. Wood predominates, in pastel tones of beige and blue, harmonising with the deep green of nature and the varying hues of the lake. With its panoramic views of the lake, the Serra Morenica and the medieval town of Andrate, the hotel offers its guests a truly special change of scenery. Each Deluxe room is equipped with an LCD television, air conditioning, a desk and a Wifi internet connection. In addition, the Junior Suites offer minibar, a DVD player with a USB key to watch films whenever you want from a vast range of choices available at the reception desk. For children, a range of equipments is available to guests: extra beds, changing tables, bottle warmers, high chairs, games and children’s books… The restaurant - a true revelation for the senses The « Finch » restaurant delights lovers of gourmet food by offering a simple and authentic cuisine infused with the best local products and marrying the exquisite flavours of Italian gastronomy with the traditional tastes of the Piedmont. Open since the end of 2007, this restaurant is unique in all the Piedmont for its breathtaking panoramic terrace. Its chic style is based on contemporary décor that mixes wenge, orange tones (the colour of the city of Ivrea) and apple green. According to what is available in local markets, a selection of seasonal products like mushrooms, truffles, bell peppers, hazelnuts and strawberries, are prepared in new and unique ways for the great epicurean pleasure of diners. The Hotel offers private spaces to organize banquets, weddings and various events. Sample Menu FACTSHEET Antipasti Filet marinated with juniper and lemon Tart with mushroom and cream Julienne of steamed white cuttlefish and stewed tomatoes Starters Tagliatelle with artichoke and Arnad bacon Risotto with porcine mushrooms Main Courses Mignon of suckling pig and caramelised apples Lamb cutlets with balsamic vinegar and Martin Sec purée Desserts Carpaccio of strawberries with Passito di Caluso and roasted hazelnuts Gianduja Fondant Rates Breakfast : 10 € “A la carte” dining : starting from 35 € “Set menus“ : 35 - 80 € Possibility to privatize the restaurant for banquets, wedding reception and any other event. Seminars - inclusive offerings With easy, central access, the Hotel Sirio enjoys a privileged location, and it offers the most complete on-site seminar services in the entire Canavese. 4 meeting, conference and banquet rooms are available to guests, with a total capacity of 200 people. Rooms are fitted with state of the art technical and audiovisual equipment. The décor in meeting rooms is consistent with the beige and chocolate colour schemes throughout the hotel. Our advantages... - Meeting rooms with natural lighting - Wireless broadband Internet - Air conditioning and sound proofing - Projectors and mobile presentation boards - Catered lunches and dinners to meet your needs - Private garage and parking areas - Team Building on demand - Mountain-discovery excursions with the best specialised guides. - Private garage and wide parking Services offered - 39 Deluxe rooms and 4 Junior Suites, entirely renovated - Wifi internet, LCD televisions with satellite, air conditioning - Concierge services available - « Finch » Restaurant FACTSHEET - Bar - Library - 2 Seminar meeting rooms - Solarium - 2 Wellness Spaces with exclusive massage (by reservation) - Gym room - Car hire and limousine service (with driver) - Baby-sitting on request - Personal shopper to discover all the biggest brand name « outlets » - Interpreter available in any language needed - Fitness circuit, all terrain bicycles available at no charge - English garden - Private indoor and outdoor parking - Dogs permitted The hotel is open year-round. Location - Exceptional The Hotel Sirio is ideally situated between Turin and Milan, in the foothills of the Aosta Valley and in the vicinity of the Grand Paradise National Park in the «Verde Canavese ». Close to several tourist destinations, medieval towns and historical monuments, The Hotel Sirio offers its guests « Discovery » packages that include several excursions. Free time & activities - in 30 km Shopping: a hundred of shops with the most important brands like Gucci, La Perla, Sergio Rossi, Max Mara, Armani, Cerruti, Guess, Sisley... Golf : the 4 most prestigious golf courses in Italy : "Le Betulle" Golf Club-number 1 in Italy is only 20 minutes from the hotel, the Royal Park Golf & Country Club, the Castelconturbia Golf Club and the Turin Golf Club which hosted the Italian Open in 2009. Excursions : Grand Paradise National Park (1 hour), the Stations of Gressoney, Cervinia, Courmayer, Helicopter Tour to Mont Blanc and Mont Rose, Champagne Tour, discovery of the most beautiful mountain trails accompanied by the best all-level alpine guides. Wide variety of activities available : skiing, trekking, mountain climbing, skating, rock climbing, mountain biking, canoeing kayaking along the trail of the World Cup, horseback riding, hang-gliding, wind surfing, fishing, private tours and picnicking by hot air balloon. Wine Gastronomy The region’s wine producers are delighted to open their wine cellars and their vineyards to visitors. The following wines are produced in the area: Barbera, Nebbiolo and Carema (red), Arneis and Erbaluce (white). Wine routes in Canavese Itinerary 1 FACTSHEET From the Serra d’Ivrea to the vineyards of Carema: Roppolo Castle, « La Steiva » Ethnographic Museum in Piverone, the Roman Church of Saints Peter and Paul, the Medieval Garden of St. Stephen Church in Chiaverano, the “Ring of 5 lakes”, the Castle and Cathedral of Ivrea, the Montalto Dora Castle, the «