Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery - Montalcino

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Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery - Montalcino
Localita Velona - Castelnuovo Dell'Abate, Montalcino, Italy, 53024·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.1
Facilities9.1
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families21%
Groups11%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.5
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.1
Facilities9.1
Staff9.1
Who stays here
Couples59%
Families21%
Groups11%
Solo6%

5-star hilltop castle resort built on a natural thermal spring in Montalcino

Hotel Highlights and Signature Amenities

Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery Montalcino is the only castle in the world built directly on a natural thermal spring. The property offers two swimming pools - one indoor and one outdoor - both fed by the 250-meter-deep thermal aquifer. Guests arriving by air can use the on-site helipad, and the hotel also provides a shuttle service to nearby towns including Montalcino and Siena.

Rooms and Suites

Each room at Castello di Velona offers views over Brunello vineyards or the Val d'Orcia countryside. The accommodations in the new wing include a private terrace and an in-room spa bath with thermal water. All rooms are air conditioned and feature a marble bathroom, a log fire, and satellite TV channels.

Dining and Wine Experiences

The hotel operates 3 restaurants including Settimo Senso for fine dining and Dolce Vita for poolside lunches. Guests can join personalized wine tastings in the internal cloister led by a Master Sommelier, featuring the hotel's own Brunello di Montalcino. The Dine Around program grants access to nearby Michelin-starred restaurants outside the property.

Spa and Wellness

Castello di Velona's spa center includes a sauna, steam room, hammam, hot tub, and a solarium, all drawing on the natural thermal waters. Treatment rooms offer full-body massages, body scrubs, facials, and couples massage. A dedicated fitness center, yoga classes, and a spa lounge/relaxation area are available for guests.

Activities and Nearby Attractions

Guests can book cooking classes focused on Tuscan cuisine and participate in bike tours, hiking, or horse riding through the surrounding countryside. The concierge arranges tours to Sant'Antimo Abbey (2 km), Pienza, and Siena (30-minute drive). The property also offers walking tours and lessons about local culture and wine production.

  • Castle: Restored 11th-century fortress atop a natural thermal spring
  • Wellness: Thermal pools fed by a 250-meter-deep aquifer, plus spa with hammam and fitness center
  • Dining: 3 restaurants, own Brunello wine and olive oil, plus Dine Around program with local Michelin-starred restaurants
  • Activities: Wine tastings led by Master Sommelier, cooking classes, guided e-bike tours, and horseback riding
  • Rooms: Suites with private terraces, marble bathrooms, and in-room thermal baths in the new wing
  • Location: Overlooking Val d'Orcia UNESCO site, 2 km from Sant'Antimo Abbey, 30 minutes to Siena

Licence number: 052014ALB0013,IT052037A1P2C8JKY2

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 16:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of rooms:44
Former name
Castello di Velona
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Rooms and availability

Two-Bedroom Suite
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Apartment
  • Max:
    9 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Private pool
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Hot spring bath

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery

💵 Lowest room price 427 £
📏 Distance to centre 8.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 127.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Sant'Egidio, PEG

Location

Localita Velona - Castelnuovo Dell'Abate, Montalcino, Italy, 53024
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Localita Velona - Castelnuovo Dell'Abate, Montalcino, Italy, 53024
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Restaurant
Il Brunello
510 m

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FAQ about Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery?
You can visit Abbey of Sant'Antimo, placed 10 minutes' drive from the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery or Az. Agr. San Polino di Fabbro Luigi, which is 3.2 km away.
Is airport shuttle provided by Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel?
Airport shuttle is one of the services offered by Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the 5-star Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the 5-star Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery can take advantage of a helipad on site.
Does the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the resort?
Guests of the resort can check in from 16:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00 to 12:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
How much does a room at the hotel cost?
The price for a room in the hotel starts at $858.
What payment methods are available in Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery?
At Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the 5-star Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel?
The 5-star Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel provides such room types as Apartment, Queen Room, and Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel?
All rooms of Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery hotel feature a minibar fridge as well as a personal safe, some of them boast private bathrooms along with a hot tub.
Does the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery can help you in Russian, Italian, Spanish, German, and English.
What are the spa options at the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery?
At a wellness centre featured at the Castello Di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery guests can receive such spa procedures as body scrub, pedicure, and manicure. Additionally, a treatment room, a hot tub, and an emotional shower are offered on-site.
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