There’s something of a fairytale beauty to Umbria, with its gently undulating hills dotted with medieval hilltop towns, and its rich history of refined culture, art and cuisine. The perfect backdrop for staying in a castello! Often more special than a villa, a vineyard, a converted monastery or a country house hotel, our pick of the best castle hotels in Umbria are undoubtedly some of the most romantic places to stay in the region, some of them are very luxurious too, though they’re not all expensive. What they do tend to share are historic details — warm-coloured stone, and period features galore — plus superb views, and a very personalised welcome. Many castle hotels are in the hills overlooking towns and centres, with Perugia’s hills housing a sprinkling, Todi, and Spoleto adding a few more to the list, and the area around Gubbio providing some scenic options too.
Umbria
A fairytale medieval castle, with hilltop views over its 900 acre estate. Show stopping cuisine in a candlelit setting, long walks through parkland, elegant bedrooms with four poster beds and private hot tubs. Special, secluded, and great for an intimate escape.
Perugia
A 14th century castle located atop the Umbrian hills. There are indoor and outdoor dining options and a locally sourced menu. Stylish rooms ooze period charm: arched windows, exposed stone, four poster beds and whitewashed decor. There is a pool, hammam and massages available.
Umbria (Assisi)
A calm and serene country escape, just outside Assisi. Rooms feature wooden beam ceilings and wrought iron beds, with all modern comforts. Relax and unwind at the exclusive spa, or a by the pool. The restaurant serves mouthwatering regional cuisine with a view, in the lovely gardens. Bliss!
Umbria (Perugia)
Beautiful country house spa hotel with excellent views. Contemporary elegant rooms, suites and an apartment with white washed walls, modern four poster beds, and private balconies. Fantastically equipped spa, swimming pool, and lovely restaurant. Romantic, family friendly, spa focused.
Umbria (Umbria)
Dating from 1050, this historical castle has been transformed into a unique hotel. Rooms are contemporary in design yet housed in medieval spaces, with high beamed ceilings, 4-posters and fine views. There's an outdoor pool in stunning grounds and a subterranean bathhouse in the old wine cellars.