Arezzo, ItalyPorta Crucifera
Graziella Patio Hotel
Literary travel palazzo
Porta Crucifera Arezzo, Italy
Renovated
2010
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Heritage LocalOutside the door
Literary travel palazzo
An eighteenth-century townhouse becomes an homage to writer Bruce Chatwin, bringing global travel tales into historic Arezzo.
What it’s good at
Listed
An eighteenth-century palazzo setting above vaulted fifteenth-century cellars in central Arezzo.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
despite its Renaissance roots and charming Italian surroundings, rooms take design cues from the intrepid British travel writer Bruce Chatwin.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The Basilica of San Francesco sits around the corner, and Giorgio Vasari's frescoed house is a short walk away.
The rooms
Decor tracks destinations from Morocco to Australia. Select suites add private saunas or sunken whirlpool tubs.
The spa
At the table
Breakfast is served under vaulted brick ceilings, where green leather banquettes sit on a black-and-white checkered floor.
How it began
The building began as the eighteenth-century Palazzo de' Giudici. Owner Alessandro Severi restored it and opened the hotel in 2001.
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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.