Monforte d'Alba, Italy
Hotel Villa Beccaris
Frescoed hilltop villa
Frescoed hilltop villa
This eighteenth-century noble residence operates as an intimate manor, surveying the Langhe hills from its private park and stone cellar.
“the 18th-century Hotel Villa Beccaris in Monforte d’Alba stands out for its pool and private park.”
What it’s good at
Notable
An eighteenth-century general's noble residence restored with its original stone wine cellar.
Listed
Barolo wines poured directly from the cellar, overlooking the surrounding Langhe vineyards.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The 23 rooms have fresco ceilings, antique furniture and Murano glass details, with views across the Barolo hills and the UNESCO-listed Langhe vineyards.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Monforte d'Alba's village trattorias are an easy stroll downhill, with Barolo vineyards sweeping across the surrounding valley.
The rooms
Bedrooms retain their original parquet floors and painted ceiling frescoes, with windows looking across the surrounding Barolo vineyards.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor infinity pool sits in the private park, looking across the Langhe hills from its sun deck.
Restaurant
La Limonaia
The glass conservatory serves breakfast and light lunches, opening onto wooden terraces that look across the valley.
How it began
General Fiorenzo Bava Beccaris once lived here. After years of abandonment, local art lovers restored the estate in 1996.
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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.