A luxury historical castle in the heart of the Val d’Orcia in Tuscany

Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA & Winery is a haven of tranquillity and relaxation and the perfect location to host memorable weddings and special anniversaries.

Just 12 km from Montalcino in the heart of the Val d’Orcia, a Unesco World heritage site, this historical 11th-century fortress dominates the entire valley treating guests with outstanding views 360° around.

The resort counts 46 rooms and suites distributed among the “Castle” side with a traditional and elegant décor, and the new “Sunset” wing featuring a more contemporary design, thermal water in the bathtub and outdoor patio.

Guests staying at Castello di Velona will love to get pampered in its state-of-the-art 1500sq. Thermal Spa boasting the hottest mineral springs in Tuscany, 2 outdoor panoramic pools, 2 indoor thermal pools with Jacuzzis, 5 treatment rooms, 1 romantic couple room, emotional showers, two steam baths, and a sauna, a natural heaven paradise.

Food and wine lovers will enjoy the hotels’ two restaurants, the Velona Lounge Bar and Settimo Senso gourmet restaurant, both with panoramic terraces, where to taste regional and gourmet dishes of the Tuscan culinary tradition.

The wine list is headed by the hotel’s own produced wines, Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino wines. The historical villages of Pienza, Siena, San Gimignano, Bagno Vignoni and the ancient Saint Antimo Abbey are just a few minutes’ drive for day trips and excursions.

The castle can be rented for exclusive use for weddings or special events and portions of the property can be privatized to large family groups with complete dedicated services such as butler and limousine services.