Tuscany, Italy

Castel Monastero

An entire renovated village

An incredible delve into fine wines and Italian history

Embedded in Tuscany‘s Chianti wine region, rolling corn fields and chestnut forests sits the Castle Monastero. The property is a beautifully and sympathetically restored mediaeval village and monastery.

Within its thousand year walls guests are treated to a true Tuscan retreat which exudes a feeling of simple refinement and pure elegance complete with 74 rooms and suites and one large villa. All the accommodations are designed with contemporary comfort and rustic chic in mind.

The hotel boasts two restaurants: the gourmet restaurant ‘Contrada’ where guests can enjoy a sophisticated gastronomic experience tasting Tuscan cuisine. There is also the remarkable ‘La Cantina’, sitting in the centuries-old cellar. It holds some of the best Tuscan and Chianti wines and guests can taste gastronomic local delicacies to compliment their wines. For anyone looking to relax, the iconic spa is a must-visit. The sap here is equipped with a jacuzzi, hammam, two saunas, sensorial showers and kneipp therapy.

Highlights

Wine tasting and cellar

Two restaurants

Large outdoor swimming pool

Bar

Outdoor social area

Wellness and spa area

Cooking classes

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