High-tech stone borgo
The estate was built from the ground up as a traditional stone village, powered entirely by modern automation.
What it’s good at
Notable
A fourteen-hectare country estate with Pinot Noir vineyards and an outdoor summer pool.
Listed
Three stone farmhouse buildings with timbered ceilings, connected by a heated internal passage.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Despite its historical style, Borgo La Chiaracia is brand-new, built from the ground up for its intended purpose as a luxury resort.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set high on the Alfina Plateau, the estate sits where Umbria, Lazio, and Tuscany meet, a short drive from Orvieto.
The rooms
Timbered ceilings span the generous bedrooms, which look out toward the vines and use integrated smart controls.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated pool flows outdoors through arched glass doors, and cabanas border a second summer pool across the lawn.
The spa and gym
A thermal circuit brings together a Finnish sauna and Turkish bath, beside a light-filled Technogym fitness room.
Radici Restaurant
Arched glass doors open toward the vineyards, and dishes draw on regional traditions across Umbria, Lazio, and Tuscany.
At the table
Drinks at Etrusco Bar feature local vermouth and honey, served from a bronze counter in the lounge.
How it began
Tech entrepreneur Anna Ramazzotti discovered the plot in 2005, spending over a decade building the borgo from scratch.
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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.