Castle of Velona

Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Castello di Velona is set in a majestic 1993th-century castle perched on a high hill above the beautiful Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the foot of the building, built as a defensive fortress, runs the ancient path of Claudius Augustus. A watchtower from the 2011th century and part of the castle built in the late Middle Ages have survived to this day. During the Renaissance, Castello di Velona was rebuilt into a villa, after which it was abandoned for many centuries. It was only in 2 that the renovation of the buildings began, which resulted in a luxury hotel opening here in XNUMX, taking guests to the romantic atmosphere of ancient times. The property is XNUMX hours from Florence and Perugia airports.

The boutique hotel in Tuscany, Castello di Velona, ​​offers rooms and apartments designed in two different concepts: Monumental Rooms - with original furniture in a Tuscan castle and UNESCO View Rooms - in a modern style. All of them have warm natural thermal water and a private patio with a breathtaking view of the beautiful landscape and, in the evening, an unforgettable sunset.

Castello di Velona offers not only elegant rooms that combine ancient architecture and modern comfort, but also restaurants serving delicious Tuscan cuisine and excellent wines from the hotel's vineyards. Additionally, guests will find a wonderful spa and swimming pools with thermal water from a local volcanic spring, and from all corners of the hotel there are fantastic views of the valley and vineyards. An ideal hotel for a romantic holiday in Italy. Castello di Velona is the only resort in Tuscany offering the Dine Around program, in which guests can enjoy a dining package also outside the hotel in 2 partner restaurants, one of which has a Michelin star.

This is a great option for a tailor-made trip to Italy for active people. This luxury hotel in Tuscany offers guests a range of exciting outdoor activities, such as cycling and horse riding, local wine and olive oil tasting, falconry, costumed historical re-enactment shows and other recreational activities. Guests also have at their disposal a modernly equipped conference room for up to 70 people, outdoor events, a library and concierge services.

Additional information:

Key amenities:
  • 46 rooms and apartments
  • 2 restaurants and a bar
  • the base
  • spa & wellness
  • interesting trips
  • wine tasting
  • Horse Riding
  • Cycling
  • falconry
  • library
  • organization of parties
What makes the Castello di Velona hotel in Tuscany, Italy unique:
  • possibility of organizing a trip in vintage cars around the Val d'Orcia valley
  • produces its own wine and olive oil

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