La Morra, ItalyAnnunziata
Arborina Relais
Contemporary vineyard relais
Contemporary vineyard relais
The hotel trades traditional farmhouse rusticism for modern architecture, built directly among the Barolo vines with cellars honoring the local cru.
What it’s good at
Notable
Brick and pine exteriors give way to sober grey interiors overlooking Barolo hillsides.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
With their midcentury-modern design touches, the 10 rooms of this stylish mini resort overlooking one of Barolo’s most celebrated vineyards make for a perfect Langhe base.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Barolo vineyards wrap around the hamlet of Annunziata. The hilltop center of La Morra is five minutes away by car.
The rooms
Rooms are finished in quiet greys, and each opens onto a private terrace or balcony facing the vines.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The saltwater pool sits on a timber deck overlooking the Barolo vines, heated during the colder months.
The spa
Massages and facial rituals use local grape extracts and hazelnuts in the dedicated treatment space.
The thermal suite
A Finnish sauna and Turkish steam bath sit in a dark-stone suite beside a panoramic relaxation area.
At the table
Osteria Arborina serves seasonal Piedmontese dishes beside an open kitchen, and The LAB offers open-air terrace dining over the vines.
How it began
Designer Rossana De Gaspari named the property after the local cru, borrowing the Piedmontese word for a new grapevine sprout.
La Morra
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.