Sovicille, ItalyStigliano
Relais Le Macine Di Stigliano
Restored medieval stronghold
Stigliano Sovicille, Italy
Renovated
2026
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Wellness LocalOutside the door
Restored medieval stronghold
The medieval stronghold has been pared down to ten quiet rooms, where the owners look after every guest themselves.
What it’s good at
Notable
An eleventh-century Ardengheschi stronghold preserved with original stonework and timber ceilings.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The restoration kept the original stonework and timber ceilings intact, while the ten rooms are light and simply furnished.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
In the Val di Merse nature reserve, surrounded by private olive groves and forested hills.
The rooms
Rooms keep their original stone walls and timber ceilings, and windows look out across the Sienese countryside.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Sun loungers line the outdoor swimming pool on the panoramic terrace, looking out over the Val di Merse.
The sauna and hot tub
A Finnish sauna and an outdoor hydromassage tub sit among the olive trees on the hillside terrace.
At the table
Ten tables sit among exposed stone at La Merla. Outside, meals are served beside climbing roses on the terrace.
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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.