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Powered By TripAdvisorAn Italian Castle Resort on a Hill in Tuscany with its Own Vineyard
Powered By TripAdvisorJourney to a bygone era at Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA & Winery, where you’ll be immersed in the history of Italy with a stay in a medieval fortress dating back to the 11th century. Unwind with your choice of historic or modern accommodations and enjoy delectable Tuscan fare and locally made wines from restaurants with incredible views of Tuscany’s vineyards and olive groves. A wellness sanctuary with a diverse lineup of wet areas and luxe treatments provides a chance for relaxation, but the hotel also offers a wide range of activities to captivate guests. Highlights of the hotel include:
- 45 guestrooms, suites, and apartments, designed in either a castle or contemporary style
- Gourmet restaurants that serve authentic Tuscan and bold Mediterranean cuisine
- A spa oasis with treatment cabins, thermal pools, a panoramic sauna, and more
- Prestigious winery offering Brunello di Montalcino reds, exclusively for castle guests
- Experiences like wine tastings, cooking classes, truffle hunting, horseback riding, and yoga
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Accommodations
Breathtaking views await at Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA & Winery, where each of the accommodations overlooks rolling hills dotted in vineyards and UNESCO World Heritage Site Val d'Orcia. Guests can tailor their stay with a castle-inspired visit featuring Tuscan-style furnishings, terracotta flooring, and warm fireplaces or opt for a contemporary suite, where bathtubs have a dedicated tap for healing natural spring water.
The hotel features nine Prestige Rooms and a variety of suites, including the Classic Junior Suite, Grand Suite, and Pool Terrace Suite as well as four styles with sprawling terraces offering views of the historic valley below. For group stays, the three-bedroom Terrace Apartment ensures added space, plus a large living area and a patio with a gazebo, sun loungers, and a thermal bath.
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Immerse yourself in a unique sensory environment at Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA & Winery, where the vibrant colors and flavors of Tuscany mingle with aromatic herbs at two refined restaurants. In addition, the resort’s Dine Around program offers the chance to expand your palate outside of the hotel as well.
Settimo Senso – Italian tradition blends with gourmet creativity and the finest seasonal ingredients at this bespoke restaurant. Savor the flavors of Tuscany and the greater Mediterranean with special tasting menus paired with fine wines and olive oils produced at Castello di Velona Resort’s own winery. Dine indoors or on an alfresco terrace, where spectacular sunsets abound over the Val d’Orcia valley.
Dolce Vita Pool Restaurant – Refreshing culinary experiences await at this eatery, located on the wellness area’s pool deck. Bold flavors are incorporated into fresh seafood dishes, Tuscan barbecue, and artisanal pizzas.
Dine Around Program – Through this exclusive program, hotel guests with a dining package can also enjoy meals at two restaurants located outside of the resort. Dine at Michelin-starred Il Silene to enjoy homemade pastas and other heritage cuisine or visit Walter Redaelli for regional cuisine in a countryside environment.
Activities at Castello di Velona Resort Thermal SPA & Winery
Escape to Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA & Winery in Tuscany to sip fine wines, relax in the spa’s thermal waters, or delight in an array of exceptional experiences that will provide memories to last a lifetime.
More than a hotel, Castello di Velona Resort is also home to six sangiovese vineyards used to produce Brunello di Montalcino red wine, offered exclusively to guests. The hotel also crafts its own high-quality, cold-pressed olive oils that are used throughout resort restaurants.
At Olispa Termale, discover a variety of wellness sessions. Elegant treatment cabins, including options for couple’s treatments, provide havens for relaxing massages and facials. Elsewhere, a wet area features a sauna with panoramic views, Turkish baths, a hot tub, emotional showers, and an ice waterfall as well as both indoor and outdoor swimming pools filled with thermal waters from the now-extinct Mount Amiata volcano. An outdoor fitness center on the veranda is also available.
The stunning scenery surrounding the hotel lends itself to unparalleled experiences. During your visit, enjoy wine tastings, cooking classes, black or white truffle hunting, horseback riding, yoga, e-bike or vintage car rentals, hot air balloon rides, yacht cruises, helicopter flights, and private candlelit dinners in the vineyard at sunset.
Nearby Activities & Attractions
- Abbey of Sant'Antimo
- Fortress of Montalcino
- Piazza del Popolo
- Cathedral of the Holy Savior
- Pienza
- Mount Amiata
- Siena
- Museo Civico and Diocesano di Arte Sacra
Location
Nestled among vineyards and olive trees in Tuscany, this Italian castle is in a prime location for rest, relaxation, and refined experiences. Less than two hours from Florence on a hillside in Montalcino, Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA & Winery boasts sweeping views of the Val d’Orcia valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is situated not far from the region’s churches, palazzi, and artisan shops.
Address
Strada Provinciale della Badia di Sant'Antimo, Km 11+200,, Montalcino, Italy
Transportation
- Public Transit
- Montalcino Fortezza bus stop is 10.5 km / 6.5 mi away – approximately 13 minutes by car
- Train
- Buonconvento railway station is 23 km / 14 mi away – approximately 27 minutes by car
- Airport
- Amerigo Vespucci Airport is 134 km / 83 mi away – approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes by car
- Rome Fiumicino "Leonardo da Vinci" Airport is 234 km / 145 mi away – approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes by car
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Reviews
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Perfect, romantic place with sensational restaurant
Sun Jul 13 2025 12:44:28 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Janos1315
We spend every year a long weekend with my wife in a romantic and intimate place without our kids. My had chosen this plan last time. And it was a 100% perfect choice. All details were just great. Our room was spacious and smart with a great view of the Tuscan hills. I should say that the surrounding and the view were gorgeous at each part of the hotel. And the restaurant. No words which could describe the fantastic experience we had at all dinners and also at breakfast. Smart, elegant, romantic atmosphere, awesome dishes with an excellent Brunello and beautiful view. We spend our days at the pool which was also a great and relaxing enjoyment. Beyond all praise experiment!
Remarkable planning and pre-trip service
Sat Jul 12 2025 01:49:51 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by SamanthaNayar
I am writing in advance of our stay to commend the service of everyone on the team. I called to talk to the front desk abut upgrading my room and for the first time in my life I was disuaded, being told that I have already booked a stunning room. The young woman who helped me asked me what I wanted and shared that I would have 2 rooms so I could get up early and make myself coffee while my son sleeps later. She also said that there was a terace overlooking the heritage sight and this was one of the ncest rooms. The concierge Diego and team, could not have been more helpful . We are so excited to join you on Monday. Thank you again. S. Nayar
Castello di Velona
Sat Jun 28 2025 11:32:29 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Kevin H
Had a great experience here in this beautiful castle in the Tuscan hills. We loved the meals in the restaurants. Superb food and fantastic wines, and great service from the staff. My wife took full advantage of the spa and pool. Would love to go back.
The hotel is beautiful, but there is something off about this place
Wed Jun 11 2025 12:24:08 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Charles G
The hotel is beautiful, but there is something off about this place. You should check out the ghost of Velona. I felt like a cash cow more than a guest. Transfer provided by car service €110 each way as compared to €30 to €70 by private car. Why would they do this? They also take a piece of restaurants they booked for me. Left a bad taste in my mouth. The staff seems a bit unhappy as well. I don’t know, something toxic about the ownership.
Lackluster
Thu May 29 2025 16:01:31 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Devon H
It’s fine. Not worth more than that. Truly not worth even the review. Incredibly expensive for sub par food, a lackluster concierge, little to no service, rude staff. However, I will note, Domenico and the cooking class was the only highlight! Last thing - don’t pay for a suite with a terrace, the doors do not open but somehow still allowed water in when it rained. Not sure.
