Hilltop cloistered sanctuary
Walled courtyards, stone cloisters, and restored frescoed halls sit quietly at the highest point of Cortona's ancient Etruscan walls.
“Set at the highest point within Cortona's ancient Etruscan walls, Monastero di Cortona Hotel & Spa occupies a 15th-century monastery…”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Fifteenth-century Dominican monastery cloisters, vaulted passageways, and restored friars' cells set within Cortona's ancient Etruscan walls.
Notable
Cream-toned interiors, exposed timber beams, and restored medieval frescoes paired with travertine tile floors throughout.
Notable
Subterranean Roman cistern housing a heated indoor pool beneath stone arches alongside saunas and thermal baths.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Forbes Travel Guide.
this 15th-century monastery, with its gorgeous original frescoes, high vaulted ceilings, and breathtaking hilltop vantage point, may be the most impressive of them all.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
In Cortona at the highest point within the ancient walls, overlooking the Val di Chiana.
The rooms
Converted friars' cells feature cream palettes, beamed attic ceilings, and marble baths, while larger suites open French doors onto private terraces.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A heated pool sits beneath vaulted brick arches in the Roman cistern, and an outdoor pool overlooks the Tuscan valley.
The spa & gym
At the table
Gli Affreschi serves seasonal Tuscan dinners beneath restored frescoes, and the rooftop terrace looks across the Val di Chiana.
How it began
The property served as a fifteenth-century Dominican monastery until its 2019 restoration into a boutique hotel overlooking the Val di Chiana.
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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.