This hotel has an amazing view of Montalcino. Book a room with a view out the back side. The front…read morejust faces the streets. Breakfast is included and the man who was the barista was very nice and friendly. He makes tasty coffees with pretty foams. The breakfast room has a beautiful view too. Check in and check out was a breeze. They do have good WiFi here. It's a short walk up a steep hill to restaurants and shops. Parking is included with the hotel but spaces are pretty tight. We had a van and it unfortunately got dented in the process of trying to fit into the parking spot we were given. We were in a triple room which was a twin sofa bed and a king size bed upstairs in a loft. It was a big room. The restroom was a little dated and there was some mold in the shower. You need to return your key to the front desk every time you leave the hotel. You pick it up when you come back.

A good three night stay here. The facility is beautiful. It sits on a steep hill side overlooking a…read morebeautiful valley. The room was very nice if on the small side. the view more than made up for the size. Everything worked reasonably well except the AC did not work one evening. The staff were efficient and reasonably friendly. The breakfast was very good quality and well served. Housekeeping was excellent.

I came to Castello de Velona in September 2024 for a wedding. I can't tell you what a lovely place…read morethis is. The service is impeccable, the rooms cozy and the grounds and the view are amazing! I ended up renting a car and driving in from Firenze, which was not only a great option but an easy drive through the many vineyards in Tuscany. Upon arrival I was greeted by valets ready to help you with your car and help you unload your luggage. Upon entering, you're greeted by a beautiful restored castle with many pathways, that are intriguing. My room was nice, we had a small living room with a great view of the rolling knolls. I felt warped back in time. The upgrades give this place a nice touch of elegance and charm that made me feel right at home. The thermal waters that flow through their pools are both healing and relaxing. The staff is readily available to take ANY request. I honestly felt like royalty here. We ate breakfast, lunch and dinner here. My only gripe is with myself, I wish I was more adventurous with their food. I have to admit, as an American, I'm used to large portions and feeling stuffed afterwards. I did not feel that here, in fact, the food was just enough and their wine and cocktails options were on par with my expectations. Come here to relax, come here to indulge in great service and delicious food. Come here because you need to get away from the city. You will not be disappointed.

This location is absolutely fabulous. Our rooms were great, views were fantastic, staff was very…read moreaccommodating, spa services were so relaxing and we took a private cooking class from Dominnico which was such an amazing experience - absolutely loved him and will be definitely trying to recreate what we learned hands on in his kitchen.

Castiglion del Bosco (CdB) is the most majestic property I've ever stayed at-- I couldn't even…read moreimagine this kind of vision. It's no surprise CdB is consistently ranked among the top hotels in the world (#1 in the world by Travel + Leisure in 2022). The service and staff are unparalleled. The views are breathtaking no matter where you are onsite, especially waking up to it if you have a patio. PRICE: For the most cost-efficient room, rates run at €4,000 per night. DINING: There are only two sit-down dining venues on property, Osteria La Canonica and two-starred Michelin restaurant, Campo del Drago. While both are exceptional in their own cuisines, I do wish there were more restaurants on-site. SPA: I had a facial and a deep tissue massage, but both were disappointing--overhyped and expensive for what you're getting. The facial felt like a basic cycle of product being applied and washed off x5. As for the deep massage, I fell asleep, which is never a good sign. I want to clench my teeth as knots and kinks are being worked out by a professional. Unfortunately, we never got there. ACTIVITIES: Since you're isolated on property, you can arrange for activities on/off property with guest relations. For on-site activities, transportation is complementary (ie: Brunello tasting, bicycling, golf). Unfortunately for off-site activities, expect to pay for transportation (ie: truffle hunting, horseback riding). While once again, pricey, you can't beat the experience at this beautiful property-- especially the truffle hunting! LOW: Being one of the event planners for my company's recent president's club trip, my only real critique was the lack of responsiveness to the various departments when coordinating via email -- especially as the date approached sooner. 5/5!!!

This place is AMAZING! If you've ever dreamed of staying a a luxury villa…read moreIn Italy, this is your dream vacation. The location and views are breathtaking and the property is enormous. We will definitely return. A must stay for everyone going to Italy.

This hotel was incredible. The family that owns it are so friendly and help you with everything you…read morecould possibly need. There were three of us staying together and we got very comfortably into a room with a double bed and sofa bed. We visited in the winter so the pool was closed however we will most definitely be coming back in the summer to use it! I highly recommend this hotel for its service, luxury and proximity to so many things in Val D'Orci

I can't say enough about my entire experience in San Quirico d'Orcia and at the Palazzo Del…read moreCapitano resort. I stayed in November so it was quite quiet which has it's own benefits, but I can only imagine how gorgeous it is over the summer with their beautiful pools and gardens. This is a spread out, commune-wide hotel concept with properties that span along the two main drags in town. I enjoyed my stay at the core hotel, with easy, free parking right nearby. You walk a gorgeous stroll to breakfast each morning along a flowery corridor over to the Antico restaurant. The included breakfast is by far the best hotel breakfast I've encountered, with breads, a few different menu options, fresh juices, full coffee bar, and loving staff. I enjoyed journaling and eating both mornings of my stay and also appreciated how beautifully decorated the space is. My room was great, though up three flights of stairs (not uncommon for any stay in Italia). A very comfortable bed and welcoming front desk staff that helped me book a massage appointment, discover the best and open parts of town, and also hooked me up with a complimentary beverage upon arrival in the hotel's living room space. What could be better? While I was travelling and staying here solo, this is truly a couple's paradise. They have a dedicated couples spa area and packages set up, gorgeous wines available at the bar and restaurants, and romantic gardens to stroll all through town. Hospitality at it's finest and if I ever need a home base while I am in Tuscany (if you're looking to explore the wine regions of Montelcino/ Montepulciano or the hot spring regions of Bagno Vignoni / Saturnia - this is the spot for you) this is where I'll stay. Note: not accessible without a rental car. I looked up 100 different ways to avoid driving and, while in Tuscany, you simply need a car. I took a bus from Florence to Grosseto and rented my car there so to avoid having to drive in any city centers - a great plan that served me well. It's then an hour drive into San Quirico d'Orcia. Happy exploring!

Incredible luxury hotel in the Tuscan countryside! Situated on a hillside overlooking the south…read moreTuscan countryside, above the Banfi winery, this is a beautiful boutique hotel. One has to drive around the hillside if you are approaching from Rome, so you get to appreciate the majestic buildings. The road in is cypress-lined and magnificent. The car park is a little ways away from the hotel, so th staff comes out with a golf cart to bring you and your luggage up to the reception, where you get greeted by a glass of Banfi wine! It is always available as courtesy either in the reception or the library (which is in the castle). The 14 rooms are in the old homes of the supporting help for the castle, so each is different and unique. We had the Principessa, located just across the cobblestone path from the cafe/bar and the swimming pool. It was the old schoolroom for the children of the workers, with a beautiful view to the west, overlooking the vast vineyards extending down the hill. There was a courtesy bottle of Banfi prosecca awaiting us. Since the weather was so hot (~40 degrees C), the fact that we had excellent AC was much appreciated. We enjoyed the solitude of the swimming pool at sunset, the bar with excellent wine and cocktails and small plates, the breakfast buffet and the excellent gourmet restaurant. Dining outside late in the evening, we enjoyed a thoroughly leisurely Italian dinner, with some excellent local recipes updated for the modern palate. The location is perfect for exploring the town of Montalcino and the surrounding countryside, i.e., wineries! Poggio Antico is nearby, but our favorite, Caparzo was a little drive on the opposite side of the town. A car is a must to get around Tuscany, but well worth the cost. Our biggest problem was finding and figuring out the car washes (lavatorias), since the dusty back roads left the car covered in dirt! We thoroughly enjoyed our few days in the countryside before heading onto the cities of Siena and Firenze. Now we just need to figure out when we can go back!

Very dissatisfied. We were recommended this place and left hungry and disappointed after a 2 hour…read moreexperience with 5 others. All the food came out randomly. The last 2 meals were served 30 and the last was 40 minutes after everyone else. So disorganized!!! No one came back to ask if we were happy with our meals. The owner took our order and when I told him I wanted a glass of Nobile de Montepulciano, he said "that's your problem" meaning he didn't approve of my choice. Ironically, that and the side salad were the only good things of the meal. You'll be wasting your money and precious time, if you eat here.

Starting with primi we ordered the guinea hen terrine and baccala with potatoes. Both are a cold…read moredish, beautifully plated/prepared. For secondi we shared pork tortellini in an asparagus sauce. I've never had such a light pasta that just melted in my mouth. For the main course we shared the Chianina steak. It was a massive 1.1 kg. It is a lot of meat but it's a must try. The t bone is best served rare and is a locally raised meat. The owner, a little Italian man named Mario was the perfect host. He added to this special connection we now have with this restaurant. If our travels bring us back to Montalcino, we will absolutely return to this quaint Tuscan restaurant.

We stayed here for four nights during our honeymoon…read more Highly recommend this beautiful hotel. It is outside of the main city, which I like the most. It's beautiful surrounded by wineries. Has a nice pool with free ice cream stand along with many pool floaties (unicorns, flamingos). Free breakfast daily. After eating so much pasta every day during the trip I tend to eat a lighter breakfast and the fruit selection and espresso is Perfect and hits the spot. Everyday the owner, Alberto, would be at breakfast and ready to give me recommendations, directions, or make me reservations depending on what we were doing. Everything he suggested did not disappoint. We cannot wait to come back and stay again in the future. ****I highly recommend renting a car when visiting. This location. It is not walkable in my option during the summer ****

Can't add too much to reviews below however Alberto is a super fantastic host and the surrounding…read morescenery is amazing. The breakfast is fantastic. The place is somewhat hard to find and is pricey but well worth every single penny!!! It is most convenient by car.

Literally can't say enough good things about this place. pure serenity from the moment you step out…read moreof the taxi. Every employee was so fantastic and went above and beyond the whole time we were there & even better they all had a big smile all the time!! The food is fantastic, the views are endless and the service was beyond incredible. Highly recommend a spa day & cooking class! We will be back & will be recommending to all our friends

Amazing! Truly paradise. This unique resort sits on top of a beautiful Tuscan hill looking over…read moresome of the most iconic Tuscan landscapes. Every corner you turn, every room you enter and every detail is like a fairytale. If you can make it here, you are one of the lucky ones.

We stayed one night at this gorgeous property after there was a problem with our booked hotel…read more Though our stay was short I really need to share that if you want time where all dreams of romantic Italy come true, this is your place. Magnificent.

Montepulciano is one of my husbands and my favorite places on earth. We have been traveling here…read moreover the years and have never had a disappointing stay. We have made friends and lasting memories. This stay was just spectacular and the exact kind of pampering and luxurious experience we were hoping for. We decided, this time, to stay at the Palazzo Carletti. The Palazzo Carletti is a gorgeous piece of historical elegance. We knew a little bit about the history of this building. For example, it was the communist headquarters during World War II. Interesting right? During that time many of the magnificent ceiling frescoes had been enclosed to conserve energy/heat. When the new owner broke through the ceiling barrier to expose these great frescoes, I can only imagine his excitement. The Palazzo Carletti is a boutique hotel nestled right up from the wonderful Cafe Polizziano, right in the heart of the highest mountain town in Tuscany, Montepulciano . This special hotel has only 5 rooms that are accessed off of the grand room that drips in history and beautiful frescos. The family that owns this gem are exemplary hosts and we felt like the most special people on earth during our stay. The concierge was just lovely. She was so elegant and composed in her position and ensured our stay here was a perfect 10. The breakfasts that are served in the grand room each morning were fantastic. We had the great fortune of staying in the Albany Suite and it was amazing. Ceiling frescoes, luxurious bedding, super modern bathroom, to die for, and a perfect Tuscan view from our balcony where we drank our cappuccino each morning...... The Dolce Vita!!

Magical place! Located in the hills down a very long gravel road in one of the best parts of…read moreTuscany. Great base for day trips. Breathtaking views and attentive, warm service. They use Whatsup to communicate with you, and are always super responsive. Our room was comfortable, spacious, and clean. Great bathroom, with ample storage and counter space. This place is exceptional!

This place is a wonderful place for peace and tranquility. If you need to find serenity this is it…read more The food thus far has been wonderful. The staff is enthusiastic and genuine. They're on top of there game here. Wonderful place to spend a vacation.