Aristocratic castle hideaway
An eleventh-century fortified castle anchors thousands of wild Umbrian acres, where purebred Andalusian horses roam past olive groves and cypress trees.
“The castle’s original features in place, adding bespoke furnishings to create elegant, muted interiors.”
What it’s good at
Exceptional
Personalized estate hosting with bespoke equestrian outings, attentive concierges, and private dinners arranged across scenic castle terraces.
Remarkable
Custom furnishings from the on-site workshop contrast with exposed medieval stonework and a soaring glass-roofed courtyard pavilion.
Remarkable
An eleventh-century fortified stronghold with restored ramparts, ancient stone courtyards, and a five-story suite inside the watchtower.
What they say
Three Michelin Keys
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, The 50 Discovery and Wallpaper*.
the rooms and suites are impeccably well designed, and widely varied, each one featuring thousand-year-old architectural details, contemporary Italian design furniture, and artworks and objects
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set along the Tuscan border near Lake Trasimeno, the secluded 3,700-acre estate unfolds through rolling hills, oak forests, and tranquil valleys.
The rooms
Individually shaped rooms pair medieval stone with custom iron and timber furniture, while a five-story suite claims the ancient watchtower.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Heated water sits flush with the lawn outside the ramparts, mirroring tall umbrella pines and stone fortress walls.
The spa
Underground in the vaulted stone cellars, the spa houses a Roman saltwater bath and fireside botanical treatment rooms.
Tennis and fitness
A tennis court sits below the castle, beside an outdoor timber calisthenics station bordered by oak trees.
Palm Court Bar
Bartenders shake cocktails with estate-made gin behind a brass counter surrounded by tall potted palms.
The look is crisp, angular, and metallic, with lots of straight lines and slender silhouettes, and sits in pleasing contrast…
Restaurant
Ristorante Al Castello
Umbrian dishes rely on biodynamic estate produce and fresh olive oil, served on terraces overlooking the valley.
At the table
Downhill by the converted stables, Bar Centrale serves aperitivos before farm-to-table dinners looking out across the hills.
How it began
Count Antonio Bolza acquired the ruined estate in 1994, launching a multi-decade family restoration that revived the medieval fortress and surrounding farmland.
“Its outdoor pool poses as a lake and seamlessly reflects the surrounding greenery, making it a tranquil spot to dip into.”
The app
Like this one? There are so many more.
Swipe any city’s hotels and heart the ones you love. The app gets your taste.
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.