A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels in Umbria, Italy. We have also included hotels in historic properties, french "relais" (mansions), historic villas, beautiful country residences, old "castello"-s, palaces, old manor houses, monasteries, mansions, resorts and country estates. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Highly elegant. Cosy rooms. Castello Di Petroia Dimora d'Epoca is a historic site made of several mediaeval buildings based around a 12th-century castle, set between Gubbio and Perugia. It offers unique rooms and free parking. The Petroia's 3 buildings, the Castellare Maggiore, Castellare Minore and Mastio preserve original architectural features. The castle was the birthplace of Federico da Montefeltro, Duke of Urbino in the 15th century. The rooms feature antique furniture, exposed wood-beam ceilings and old prints or paintings from the 18th-century. Some rooms also have a sofa-bed, a hydromassage bath, and sweeping views across the valley. Castello Di Petroia Dimora d'Epoca is also a large farm with typical white cattle. The gardens feature a sun terrace with swimming pool.Show full description
A marvelous 12th-century castle in a beautiful and peaceful setting with lots of on-site activities. The staff can help you to book a horseback riding or a cooking class, and the on-site restaurant offers excellent dining experience.
Unique. Great restaurant. Popular among couples. Set upon a hill overlooking the green valley between Assisi and Perugia, Castello Di Monterone takes its name from the area where it stands. It offers an à la carte restaurant with a panoramic terrace. The first reference to the castle was discovered in Perugia’s historic archives in a document dating back to the 13th-century. Escape the city hustle and bustle and enjoy a tranquil and relaxing environment both inside and outside the castle walls. This historic establishment is now a comfortable hotel. At Castello Di Monterone you can enjoy peace and quiet in the cosy library, or socialize in front of the fireplace in one of 2 lounges. The hotel’s spa includes a sauna, Turkish bath and a swimming pool with hydromassage corner. In the evenings, relax under the stars and enjoy the city lights of Perugia’s ancient skyline.Show full description
A beautiful, well-maintained castle with lots of places to sit and read while enjoying the tranquility. The well-appointed rooms have marble bathrooms with whirlpools and exceptional views over the hills. Such a great place to stay!
Great views. Offering free WiFi and 160 hectares of park, Castello Di Giomici is situated in Giomici, 14 km from Assisi. Perugia is 20 km away. Castello Di Giomici also features a seasonal outdoor pool with a supplement. Gubbio is 18 km from Castello Di Giomici, while Todi is 49 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site. All units have a TV as well as a private bathroom with a hydromassage shower, while some also have a spa bath. Some units also have a kitchen, fitted with a fridge. There is a private bathroom with a hairdryer in every unit. Towels are available. You can start the day with an extensive breakfast featuring homemade cakes, freshly baked bread and jam. You can play table tennis at the property, and the area is popular for horse riding and fishing. The nearest airport is Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport, 14 km from the property.Show full description
Lovely property. Lovely interior design. Castello di Postignano is located in Sellano. It offers a restaurant, a garden and accommodation featuring rustic furnishings, wood-beam ceilings and free WiFi in public areas. Rooms at Castello Di Postignano will provide you with a seating area complete with sofas. Norcia is a 30-minute drive away. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. Monti Sibillini National Park is 31 km from the property, while Foligno is a 50-minute drive away.Show full description
I would describe this as one of Umbria's most BEAUTIFUL castle hotels. Everything is exceptional: the outdoor pool area is pretty instagramnable, the rooms are done with great attention to every detail, and the al-fresco breakfast is a great addition.
Elegant. Wonderful SPA facilities. Relais Castelluccio Palusse has a beautiful, hilltop setting just outside Città della Pieve. It offers a garden with 6-person hot tub, a seasonal outdoor pool and classically furnished guest rooms. Once a noble residence, this unique property dates back to the early 19th century. The Castelluccio Palusse Relais has been carefully restored to preserve many of its original features. It is surrounded by a large private park. The grand entrances lead you to the many lounges and halls; including the dining hall. The Citroniére Wellness Centre includes a Finnish sauna and Turkish bath. Massages and beauty treatments are also available on request. The hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Città della Pieve and is easily reached from the A1 motorway.Show full description
Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Get away from it all in Torre Palombara’s large, wooded estate and green gardens. Offering stunning views of nearby Narni, this beautiful 15th-century villa is ideal for a peaceful break. Its estate is made up of vineyards, woods and sunflower fields, perfect for a relaxing stroll. Take in views of Narni’s castle from here. Set in the lovely Umbrian countryside, Torre Palombara is just a quick, 15-minute drive from the ancient hill town of Narni. Torre Palombara’s 4000m² gardens are home to a landscaped swimming pool, with sun terrace. This old villa has just 6 rooms and a suite, all of which offer antique décor, while featuring modern amenities. Relax on antique furniture as you use the free WiFi internet available in the lounge. Beautiful views across the countryside are the norm at Torre Palombara.Show full description
This might be one of the most BEAUTIFUL AND COSY farm stays in Umbria. It also has a highly rated breakfast and amazing staff!
Romantic. Lovely surroundings. Located in the countryside, 7 km from Gubbio, Fonte Al Noce is a former manor house featuring a swimming pool, tennis court and open plan relaxation area. It includes a garden and self catering apartments. Apartments at the Fonte Al Noce overlook the garden, the surroundings or pool and have country-style furnishings. They feature a living area with fireplace, fully equipped kitchenette and sofa bed. Each has a private table in the garden, and apartments on the 1st floor boast a terrace. The property is surrounded by a garden with BBQ and playground. The pool is equipped with sun loungers, and you can have drinks or snacks from the bar next to reception. On request, guests can play tennis or relax in the steam bath and the hydromassage tub. Set 1 km from a village with shops and cafés, Fossato di Vico Train Station is 30 km away. S. Egidio Airport is a 50-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Stunning pool facilities. With a quiet setting in the Umbrian countryside, Antica Residenza Montereano is 5 km outside the historic town of Gubbio. It has a summer swimming pool and produces its own olive oil and crops. The accommodation comes with terracotta floors, wood-beamed ceilings and antique furnishings. They offer a flat-screen TV and en suite bathroom. When booking a room, a sweet Italian breakfast is served each morning in the breakfast room overlooking the garden. Dating back to the late 1800s, Montereano Antica Residenza is surrounded by greenery and tall trees. It is right near the border of Umbria and Tuscany and is ideal for visiting both regions.Show full description
The most peaceful, relaxing and romantic farm stay in Umbria. It also has lovely pool facilities. WOW!
Cosy. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Located in the historic centre of Gubbio, the Relais Ducale is the annexe of the Ducal Palace, near the Cathedral, Palazzo dei Consoli, and historic churches. WiFi is free throughout the property. The Relais Ducale's rooms and suites feature antique furnishings. Parking is available in the neighbourhood, both free and at a discount for guests of Relais Ducale. This family-managed hotel boasts verandas suitable in every season, a suspended garden, and small sitting rooms. An Italian breakfast buffet is served from 07:00 until 10:00. Guests can dine at Taverna del Lupo or Bosone Garden, both managed by the Mencarelli family.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. The Relais Borgo Campello is a widespread structure within the medieval village of Campello Alto, consisting of the Castle and the Convent. Respectful of the original medieval environments, our spaces have been designed to respond to modern functionality and comfort, with a minimalist touch. Situated on the Via Francigena walking track, Relais Borgo Campello is 2.5 km from the centre of Campello sul Clitunno. It offers free Wi-Fi throughout, a restaurant, conference room, gardens, terrace and bar and elegant rooms and apartments. Overlooking the hills, rustic-style apartments and suites feature a living area plus a bathroom with free toiletries. Apartments also come with a kitchenette. Guests can relax in the spa’s sauna and hot tub. Massages are available on request. Spoleto is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Charming. Great location. Residenza D'Epoca San Lorenzo Tre is in the centre of Todi, just a few steps from Todi Cathedral. It offers a panoramic terrace, a garden, a common living room, and rooms in a 19th-century style. Wi-Fi is free. All rooms are en suite, and decorated with antique wooden furnishings and terracotta or parquet floors and air conditioning. Some rooms also boast exposed oak-beamed ceilings. All rooms have independent air conditioning. The rooftop terrace offers a view of the Dome of Todi and of the countryside. At the San Lorenzo Residenza D’Epoca you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere in the common areas. The terrace is equipped with benches, tables and chairs, while in the common living room you will find sofas, a small library, and two fireplace. Breakfast is served daily in the air-conditioned dining room, and it is a sweet and savoury buffet. It includes homemade cakes and pies, together with tea or coffee. There is a garage where you can keep your bicycles. Orvieto is 35 km from the proeprty, while Perugia is a 40-minute drive away.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CHARMING AND HISTORIC small hotels in Umbria.
Beach front location. Very stylish. Great views. La Ghirlanda features a panoramic swimming pool and bright rooms with antique furniture. It is immersed in the green hills of the Umbria countryside, 35 km from Perugia. This manor house is set in 200 hectares of green land, where extra-virgin oil, honey and wine are produced. Each room is coloured and furnished in a unique way. They all come with a TV and a private bathroom with toiletries. Some have four-poster beds and a fireplace. It offers free bicycles, and horse riding can be arranged on request. The restaurant serves traditional specialities from the Umbria region. La Ghirlanda Wine Resort organises cooking and wine-tasting classes.Show full description
This historic mansion has a lovely swimming pool with picturesque Umbrian scenery and cozy sitting rooms where you can enjoy some peace & quiet. I also recommend trying their five course dinner, which is truly AMAZING!
Great views. Nestled amongst the rolling green countryside of Umbria, Relais Il Canalicchio overlooks vineyards and olive groves. It was once a medieval village with a church and tower. Relais Il Canalicchio is a 40-minute drive from Perugia city centre. The elegant rooms come with Sky TV, air conditioning and minibar. The private bathroom includes hairdryer and toiletries. Guests can relax at the swimming pool or at the Il Borgo wellness centre. There is also a gym, while the leisure room features a large fireplace and comfortable sofas. Open for lunch and dinner, the panoramic Pavone Restaurant serves fine Umbrian cuisine, together with classic Italian dishes. Lake Trasimeno is 45 km away.Show full description
Charming. Popular among couples. Set in Spoleto’s historic centre, Palazzo Leti is a residence dating back to the 13th century. Relax in beautiful landscaped gardens and enjoy unforgettable views of Rocca Albornoziana Fortress and the Monteluco Valley. Home to the aristocratic Leti family for more than 300 years, Palazzo Leti Residenza D'Epoca features atmospheric interiors with classic décor. Palazzo Leti is renowned for its friendly and attentive service. All of the comfortable rooms are peaceful and unique, offering lovely views over the hills. Rent mountain bikes on site, relax in the bar or use the internet connection in the lounge. The Duomo and Casa Romana are just around the corner. Enjoy a breakfast made up of fresh, homemade products from 08:00 until 10:00, served in the breakfast room or on the charming patio.Show full description
Great location. Residenza D'Epoca San Crispino is a medieval mansion in Assisi town centre, dating back to the 14th century. Stay in a beautifully restored studio and enjoy panoramic views across town. With traditional stone and wood interiors as well as frescos and original antique furniture, apartment suites at the San Crispino Residenza are unique and atmospheric. The studios are named after the elements in St Francis' Canticle of the Sun and come with Sky television and cooking facilities. Each suite includes its own computer, allowing you to connect to the internet free of charge. Wi-Fi access is also available free, should you wish to bring your own laptop. 6 out of the 7 suites have a beautiful view of Piazza Santa Chiara and the valley below. Well-positioned for visiting Assisi's famous churches, the San Crispino also puts on a free shuttle bus to and from the San Crispino wellness centre. There you can enjoy relaxation and beauty treatments as well as painting, art history and cooking classes. As a guest at the San Crispino Residenza D'Epoca you will also enjoy a discount on Assisi tours, as well as free tours of the Residenza D'Epoca itself.Show full description
This apartment hotel has a great location in Assisi.
Beach front location. Historic. Tennis court. Enjoy a wealth of leisure facilities including football pitches, tennis courts, and swimming pools at Relais San Clemente. Dating back to 1045, it is set just outside Perugia. Relais San Clemente features a games room with billiards and table tennis, plus all of the outdoor facilities. Originally a church, this impressive property is just 20 minutes away from Perugia by train. You will find horse riding stables and an 18-hole golf course, both a 5-minute drive away. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the entire building. During the summer the poolside bar provides drinks throughout the day. In the evening you can relax in the piano bar after dining on fine Umbrian cuisine at the restaurant.Show full description
Unique. Outstanding SPA facilities. Located in the peaceful Mount Subasio Park, the Relais San Biagio is set in an ancient monastery. It features a wellness centre and a laboratory producing natural remedies through the art of ancient herbalists. Relais Monastero Di San Biagio has an onsite restaurant with panoramic views, open every day. The relais is situated 700 metres above sea level, and is a 15-minute drive from Nocera Umbria’s centre, popular for its mineral water. The elegant and rustic rooms offer exposed wooden beams and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Each comes with views of the surrounding area. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. It specialises in traditional Umbrian/Tuscan cuisine and includes organic foods grown locally. A buffet breakfast is served daily. The wellness centre with hot tub and Turkish bath also offers massages and uses natural products made by the laboratory’s professional team. Herbalists and naturopaths prepare oils, herbs and herbal teas for you to try. Assisi is 22 km away, while Gubbio is 40 minutes by car.Show full description
Elegant. Great restaurant. Palazzo Seneca offers free WiFi and modern, elegant accommodation in an antique palace located 50 metres from the main square in Norcia’s historic centre, right by the enchanting National Park of Monti Sibillini. There is a small free spa, which includes a hot tub, Turkish bath and sauna. The palace that houses Palazzo Seneca was originally built in the 16th century. The Vespasia gourmet restaurant features famous local products, including Norcia sausages, black truffle and lentils of Castelluccio. Along with all modern comforts and a contemporary sense of style and design, the hotel features a timeless atmosphere. Highlights are a private garden, a lounge with live jazz music played often and a charming library with authentic rare books. Each guest room has its own décor and personality. They feature romantic wrought iron poster beds, designer bathrooms and luxurious fittings. A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is served daily. Water, tea and homemade cakes are available in one of the communal areas. The National Park of Monti Sibillini can be explored in hiking, trekking and mountain biking outings as well as in guided tours. Some of the highest peaks of the Apennines can be found in the area.Show full description
Great value. Offering stunning views of the Umbrian landscape, Borgo di Celle occupies a fascinating medieval village thoroughly restored to offer a modern hotel in a distinctively historic setting. Set in one of the most exclusive and quietest parts of the upper valley of the Tiber, the hotel offers a relaxing atmosphere and elegantly furnished accommodations equipped with all amenities expected. Borgo di Celle boasts its own typical Umbrian restaurant offering typical Umbrian and Tuscan produce. The property also has a welcoming bar, a spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an ample solarium. The hotel also features a charming small chapel devoted to Saint Andrew. Decorated with Signorelli frescoes, the chapel is ideal for wedding celebrations.Show full description
Beach front location. Luxurious. Superb interior design. Located in Narni, 22 km from Cascata delle Marmore and 29 km from Piediluco Lake, Relais Casale Valigi offers air conditioning. This farm stay features a private pool, a garden and free private parking. Guests at Relais Casale Valigi can enjoy cycling and walking tours nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. The nearest airport is Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport, 89 km from Relais Casale Valigi. The farm stay has family rooms and facilities for disabled guests. At the farm stay, the units include a wardrobe. With a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower and slippers, units at the farm stay also provide guests with free WiFi. At the farm stay, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar on-site. Guests at the farm stay can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. La Rocca is 45 km from the accommodation, while Bomarzo - The Monster Park is 38 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most well designed and luxurious farm stay in Umbria.
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