Cesena, Italy
Villa Monty Banks
Restored thirties villa
Restored thirties villa
The property runs as a quiet thirties country estate high above Cesena, surrounded by working vines and olive trees.
What it’s good at
Notable
Clean Italian interiors contrast with original oak parquet and 1930s villa architecture.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Lately it’s been restored with an eye towards historical preservation, but it’s not a strict thirties period piece; …its century-old architecture contrasts vibrantly with clean contemporary decoration and tasteful high-tech interventions.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On the Belvedere hill above Cesena, surrounded by estate vineyards and olive groves overlooking Romagna.
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The rooms
Rooms keep their original light oak parquet, and bathrooms are finished in Calacatta and green Alpine marble.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor swimming pool sits on a paved solarium deck, reflecting the villa facade and looking out across the hills.
The spa
A cervical waterfall shower pours into the indoor vitality pool, set beside a Finnish sauna and Turkish steam bath.
The gym
A heated glass pergola in the garden houses Technogym equipment with wide views across the hillside estate.
Restaurant
L'AgrOsteria
Tables in the glass conservatory overlook the rolling hills, where the kitchen serves Romagnolo dishes and estate-grown wines.
How it began
Cesena-born silent film star Monty Banks built the estate in 1939 with his wife, the English singer Gracie Fields.
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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.