A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels in Veneto, Italy. We have also included hotels in historic properties, historic villas, wineries, country estates, old "castello"-s, beautiful country residences, french "relais" (mansions), old manor houses, ancient castles, medieval castles and hamlets. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Great value. Popular among couples. CastelBrando, a grand medieval castle, provides a truly unique setting for your stay in Cison di Valmarino, an ancient medieval hamlet in the Prosecco wine area of Altamarca. Its 50 hectares of grounds include a wellness centre, available at an extra cost. Overlooking the towns of Cison di Valmarino and Valmareno, the castle's gardens are perfect for horse riding, cycling, and walking. All around Brando Castle you can admire lounges and dining halls with 16th and 18th-century décor. Rooms are air conditioned and include a mix of antique furniture and modern features such as a minibar and satellite TV. Breakfast is available at the elegantly furnished Sansonvino restaurant, and you can dine at the La Fucina restaurant also specialising in wood-fired pizza. Guests can also choose among various wine cellars and bars. Alternatively, you can simply enjoy the Roman spa with swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and gym. The castle even features a museum and art gallery, as well as an ice cream parlour and terraces with panoramic views across the valley.Show full description
CastelBrando is a one-of-a-kind hotel situated in a historic castle in Cison di Valmarino. The castle, perched on a hill, provides stunning views of the area. The hotel has elegantly refurbished rooms adorned with antiques, a museum to discover, and a spa for unwinding.
Historic. Comfortable beds. Relais Bevilacqua is set in a castle of the 14th century, 50 km from Verona. It has beautiful gardens, and a typical restaurant. Relais Castello Bevilacqua is within 1 hour's drive of Padua, Vicenza and Mantua. Castello Bevilacqua offers unique junior suites with a historic ambiance. Parking is free.Show full description
Relais Castello Bevilacqua is a 14th-century castle in Bevilacqua, Italy, providing a unique and regal experience. The castle is beautifully preserved with antique decor and stunning gardens.
Historic. Cosy rooms. Set 35 km from Venice, this 16th century villa is surrounded by a large estate full of vineyards. Wi-Fi is free. All units at Castello di Roncade come with air conditioning. The Castello hosts wine-tasting sessions, and guests can visit the winery on request. Some have parquet floors, exposed wooden beams and an open-plan lounge area. The bathrooms include a shower and free toiletries. Breakfast is a buffet of local products, including cakes, yoghurt and fresh fruit. Venice Marco Polo Airport is 24 km from the estate, and it is a 15-minute drive to the A4 Motorway. Parking is free.Show full description
Very stylish. Outstanding SPA facilities. Set in an ancient castle in Monselice and in the heart of Colli Euganei Regional Park, Castello di Lispida offers elegant accommodation in a green, natural setting . It boasts an indoor pool, 2 outdoor hot tubs, minipool and free bikes. Apartments and rooms in this stone castle feature chic country-style furnishings and oak-beamed ceilings. Lispida Castle has its own wine cellar where you can taste and purchase wines. Some apartments have classic décor, a fireplace or a billiards table. Wine tasting can be booked upon request. There are a number of restaurants nearby. This large property features barbecue facilities, extensive gardens, and rooms that can be rented for events and conferences. It is 4 km to Monselice Train Station and Castle, and it is 2 km to the nearest public bus stop. Staff can give information about excursions and bike tours to the park.Show full description
Great location. The Foresteria is an 14th-century estate surrounded by the rolling hills of Valpolicella. The property is owned by descendants of the poet Dante Alighieri, who produce their own wine, olive oil and honey. La Foresteria Serego Alighieri offers exclusive apartments with wooden floors, flat-screen satellite TV and air conditioning. Free WiFi is available in all public areas. The apartments include a kitchenette with dishwasher and fridge, and some also feature original wood-beamed ceilings. A varied breakfast buffet is served daily in the breakfast room. Guests can visit the winery, and cooking courses are available on request. The town of Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella, 2 km away, offers restaurants and shops. The Foresteria is 20 km from Verona, and 13 km from Lazise on Lake Garda. Parking is free.Show full description
This historic property in Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella offers a unique experience in the heart of the Valpolicella region. The elegant apartments have wooden floors and satellite TV.
Unique. Lovely interior design. The Delser is a historic hotel of 2 floors, set in a former manor house on the hills outside Verona. It offers free parking, and en suite rooms with city views. All rooms and apartments at the Delser Manor House Hotel are equipped with parquet floors, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV. Verona Train Station is 2.5 km away. The bathroom is complete with bath or shower, toiletries, and hairdryer. Continental breakfast is served daily, with the possibility to have it delivered to your room. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby.Show full description
Delser Verona Manor House is a charming hotel located near the city center of Verona. Surrounded by olive trees and vineyards, it offers beautiful countryside views. The manor house has been restored with a lovely garden and a peaceful atmosphere.
Elegant. Cosy rooms. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Palazzo Mantua Benavides Suites & Apartments offers accommodation in an historical building in Padova, a few steps from Scrovegni Chapel. Private parking is available on site. PadovaFiere is 1 km from Palazzo Mantua Benavides Suites & Apartments, while Gran Teatro Geox is 2.3 km away. The nearest airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport, 37 km from Palazzo Mantua Benavides Suites & Apartments. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and include a seating area where you can relax. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer provided.Show full description
Romantic. Gorgeous surroundings. The refined 4-star Hotel Villa Giona is a 16th-century villa offering elegant classic-style rooms fitted with antique wooden furniture. Its large garden features a swimming pool, and Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Each room is air conditioned and has an LCD TV and a view of the garden. The private bathroom is complete with towels and free toiletries. The Villa Giona is around 800 metres from restaurants, bars and ATMs. Set 3 km from San Pietro in Cariano, it is 10 km from Verona and a 30-minute drive from Lake Garda.Show full description
Villa Giona is a historic 16th-century villa in San Pietro in Cariano, Italy. Set amidst vineyards, it boasts beautiful gardens and rooms adorned with antique furniture for a classic charm.
Beach front location. Cosy. Good breakfast. Set on a historic wine estate, Musella Winery & Relais provides luxury country-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi. Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, the property offers an outdoor pool, a golf course, plus free canoe and bike rental. En suite accommodation at the Musella includes exposed wood-beamed ceilings, a wrought iron bed and air conditioning. Some rooms have a four-poster bed and fireplace. A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is served each morning in an elegant room overlooking an ancient courtyard. Guests can go fishing, canoeing or cycling in the property’s extensive grounds. They also receive a discount on the wine produced on site. The property is 2 km from San Martino Buon Albergo, and provides ample free parking and a heliport. Verona is a 15-minute drive away.Show full description
Very cosy. Superb interior design. Ca’ Maddalena is a family-run bed and breakfast immersed in the countryside around Villafranca di Verona. It offers stylish, ethnic rooms in a renovated 18th-century country house with a rustic feel. It boasts a scenic location on the renowned wine route, a special itinerary winding through the vineyards of Bardolino and Custoza, the most famous local wines. A breakfast buffet of sweet and savoury items is served each morning and includes homemade cakes and marmalades as well as home-grown fruit. The property is 1 km from Custoza, 15 km from the historic centre of Verona, and 20 km from Lake Garda and Sirmione Spa. A shuttle is available on request to the airport and Fiera di Verona exhibition centre.Show full description
This might be the most cosy and well designed farm stay in Veneto. It also has lovely pool facilities!
Great location. Set in a former Doge’s 16th-century residence, Hotel Palazzo Abadessa overlooks the Santa Sofia Canal in Cannaregio, It offers a peaceful garden and rooms with Venetian views and antique furnishings. Rooms at the Abadessa are air conditioned, and include a minibar and satellite TV. Most feature original 18th-century furniture, frescoed ceilings and silk wallpaper. Hotel Palazzo Abadessa offers an extensive continental breakfast, which can be enjoyed in the private garden in fine weather. Upon arrival you will find a bottle of Prosecco in your room. The staff serve local pastries, Italian ham and freshly made cappuccino. The Abadessa Palazzo’s public areas have Murano-glass lamps and Persian carpets. Guests can sip a drink in the bar while admiring views of the canal, and free Wi-Fi is available. The property is just a few steps from the Ca d’Oro Museum and 600 metres from the Rialto Bridge. Venezia Santa Lucia Station is a 10 minute walk away.Show full description
Historic property. Featuring a garden and views of garden, Agriturismo Borgo Buzzaccarini Rocca di Castello is a farm stay situated in a historic building in Monselice, 29 km from Gran Teatro Geox. It is located 29 km from PadovaFiere and offers room service. Agriturismo Borgo Buzzaccarini Rocca di Castello features a sun terrace and a picnic area. The nearest airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport, 67 km from Agriturismo Borgo Buzzaccarini Rocca di Castello. The farm stay provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. At the farm stay, all units come with a desk. Some units feature a private entrance. The units include a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. À la carte and Italian breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and fruits are available daily at the farm stay. Terme di Galzignano is 13 km from the accommodation, while Parco Regionale dei Colli Euganei is 23 km away.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most HISTORIC AND RELAXING farm stays in Veneto.
Beach front location. Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Producing its own wine, Antico Casale Bergamini offers a free outdoor pool with panoramic views of the surrounding hills. Set in a 17th-century country house, it is 2.5 km from the centre of Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella. Elegant and rustic, rooms are air conditioned and feature exposed wood-beamed ceilings, a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries. Homemade cakes, yoghurt and some savoury items are served for breakfast daily. Guests can relax in the property’s spacious garden or in the shared lounge area with fireplace. Gardaland fun park is less than a 30-minute drive away. Casale Bergamini is 14 km from Lake Garda and less than 20 minutes by car from Verona Villafranca Airport. Private parking is free.Show full description
Luxurious. Spend a peaceful and atmospheric holiday at Villa Busta, which dates back to the early 17th-century and maintains all of its old charm, combining it with modern facilities. Set between Bassano del Grappa and Treviso, 30 minutes’ drive from each, Villa Busta Hotel is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has its own gardens. The Villa Busta's suites are decorated in an elegant, traditional style with natural wood furniture and exposed-beam ceilings. Each has free Wi-Fi, and some have garden views. Family-run Villa Busta offers a warm welcome. Enjoy relaxing in the characteristic lounge with a glass of vintage wine, or taste typical specialities of the Veneto region in the dining room. From this quiet and pretty base you can easily discover all the region has to offer. Wine-tasting can be carried out close to Villa Busta and the famous Palladian Villas are not far away.Show full description
I think this is the most LUXURIOUS small hotel in Veneto.
Close to beach front. Charming. Great interior design. If you are looking for something different in Venice-Lido, try Albergo Quattro Fontane with its historic building, extensive gardens and unique antiques collection. It is 5 minutes' walk from the beach. It features a 15th-century fireplace and has an outdoor dining area for the summer months. Set in floral gardens, this charming hotel has plenty of original features including wood-beamed ceilings and a range of interesting sculptures. Rooms are spacious and comfortable, with chandeliers and large windows. All air-conditioned, they also feature satellite TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. Breakfast is buffet style at Residenza d'Epoca Albergo Quattro Fontane. Its restaurant serves specialities from the Veneto region. Guests also have a tennis court, free internet point and free car park. The boat terminal for Venice's historic centre is 2 km away.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the most ROMANTIC hotels in Veneto. It also has a great beach front location.
Tennis court. Popular among couples. Just a 10-minute drive from Lake Garda, this completely restored Venetian villa of the 16th century offers an outdoor swimming pool with hydromassage area. With free WiFi, rooms are elegant and classically styled. Free bicycles are available, to explore this 100-hectares estate of vineyards and olive groves. All rooms at Villa Cordevigo & Spa come with antique furniture and décor, including either wood-beamed ceilings or elegant rugs. They feature Clarins bathroom amenities, a flat-screen TV and overlook the surrounding vineyards or gardens. The restaurant specialises in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines, along with Veneto specialities and its own wines from the Vigneti Villabella winery. Meals can be served the elegant Michelin-starred Oseleta Restaurant or on the outdoor terrace. Guests of Villa Cordevigo can experience traditional wine tastings, or book wine-therapy treatments at the on-site spa. Offering free parking, the property is a 5-minute drive from a bus stop linking with Verona and Lake Garda. The A22 Motorway can be reached by car in less than 10 minutes.Show full description
Villa Cordevigo is a breathtaking hotel in Cavaion Veronese. It is a restored villa from the 1700s, nestled among vineyards, creating a serene ambiance. The hotel features a refined restaurant, a spa, and a stunning outdoor pool with a hydromassage area.
Elegant. Friendly staff. Popular among couples. Housed in a 16th-century building overlooking the Grand Canal in Venice, Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel, member of the Leading Hotels of the World offers elegant rooms and suites, as well as a fine restaurant. Guests can relax in the property's courtyard. Palazzo Venart Luxury Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Venice Santa Lucia Train Station and St.Mark's Square. All rooms and suites comes with a minibar and a TV with Sky and Mediaset Premium channels. They are complete with marble bathrooms, bathrobes and slippers. Free WiFi is available throughout. At the on-site 2-Michelin- starred restaurant, the Glam, guests can enjoy the exclusive cuisine and the Executive Chef Donato Ascani. San Stae water bus stop is just a few steps from the property.Show full description
This luxury hotel is one of the most popular in Veneto among couples.
Charming. With mountain views, Villa Stecchini is located in Bassano del Grappa and has a restaurant, luggage storage space, bar, garden, sun terrace and outdoor fireplace. The air-conditioned accommodation is 49 km from Gran Teatro Geox. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a kettle. There is a private bathroom with bidet in all units, along with a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available daily at the bed and breakfast. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at Villa Stecchini can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. You can play billiards and table tennis at the accommodation, and bike hire is available. An indoor play area is also available for guests at Villa Stecchini. Scrovegni Chapel is 49 km from the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Treviso Airport, 52 km from Villa Stecchini.Show full description
Beach front location. Beautiful. Great value. Located in the Veneto countryside, a 15-minute drive from Treviso Airport, Villa Cornér Della Regina is a 16th-century historical building surrounded by gardens. It offers a pool and elegant suites with antique furnishings. Offering free Wi-Fi, all suites at the Hotel Villa Cornér Della Regina are air conditioned and come with TV. Some have a separate living room. A daily buffet breakfast is provided. After a day exploring the Sile River area on the property’s free bikes, guests can relax in the hot tub, in the swimming pool or on the sun terrace. A shuttle service from/to Treviso Canova Airport and Venice Marco Polo Airport can be arranged on request.Show full description
Highly elegant. Great views. Popular among couples. With beautiful views of the Alps and the surrounding countryside, Hotel Villa Cipriani features elegant guest rooms with high ceilings and antique furniture. You can walk to the centre of Asolo and its Cathedral in 5 minutes. Set in the hills surrounding the historic centre of Asolo, Villa Cipriani is a peaceful setting for your stay in this beautiful area of northern Italy. Guests can have relaxing moments in the panoramic-view pool with hot tub area or in the sauna or hydromassage shower. There is also a free fitness centre. You can take a walk around the private garden and admire the pomegranate trees and seasonal flowers. Dining at Villa Cipriani is a real treat at the panoramic restaurant. Don’t miss out on the monthly antique market in Asolo. There you can have a look around the typical boutiques, restaurants and cafés which line the narrow streets.Show full description
Villa Cipriani, located in Asolo, is a charming and historic hotel with a lovely atmosphere. Once a private country residence, it now provides beautifully decorated rooms and suites showcasing local artistry.
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