Best Castle Hotels in Umbria

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.

  • Castello di Petroia Gubbio, Umbria 11 rooms from AU$196

    Castello di Petroia
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    Foodies  -  The Michelin-starred chef has crafted the menu to accurately display dishes spanning the four centuries of the castle's history.
    Romantic Break  -  A picturesque castle perched on an Umbrian hillside offering romantic candlelite dinners and star gazing lead by astronomers.
    Hotel Entertainment  -  The light pollution free skies afford this location some of the best conditions for star gazing.
    Riding  -  Make the most of the expansive grounds and take one of the Freesian horses for a ride.
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    Recommended by  -  Sawdays

    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. See More

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  • Castello di Monterone Perugia 18 rooms from AU$289

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    Cooking classes  -  The hotel offers private cooking classes, a romantic afternoons activity and a wonderful way to take Italy home with you.
    Romantic Break  -  For a fairytale expereince request Camera delle Dame, an intimate room offering fabulous views fully frescoed walls.
    Sights nearby  -  San Bevignate Templar church is just down the road and well worth checking out for its 13th-century frescoes.
    Great walks  -  From the Tiber Valley to the Valnerina there are many hiking routes in Umbria.
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    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. See More

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  • Castello di Petrata PG, Umbria 22 rooms from AU$366

    Castello di Petrata
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    Families  -  There are plenty of recreational activities for children like target bow and cross bow shooting as well as a tennis court.
    Active Holiday  -  An array of activities outdoors like trekking, mountain biking, climbing and paragliding are available nearby.
    Country Escape  -  A country style hotel surrounded by beautiful landscapes - gardens, orchards, olive groves and forests.
    Cooking classes  -  Classes are held in the restaurant by the fantastic in house chef.
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    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! See More

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  • Castello di Montignano Massa Martana, Umbria 12 rooms from AU$342

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    Romantic Break  -  Beautiful rooms offering excellent views, the scent of climbing roses wafting through the air and intimate candlelite dinners.
    Spa breaks  -  Try the traditional Roman thermal circuit as well as Hot Stone Ayurvedic massage, anti-ageing facial, the wine body peel
    Cooking classes  -  If you book in advance of your stay the excellent chef offers Umrain cooking classes for 2 or more people.
    Wine tasting  -  Make the most of Umbrian cuisine culture and check out the food and wine tastings available on request.
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    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. See More

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  • Hotel Castello di Reschio Lisciano Niccone, Umbria 36 rooms from AU$1223

    Hotel Castello di Reschio
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    Restaurant  -  Ristorante al Castello for traditional Italian specialities and Ristorante alle Scuderie for a simpler vibe
    Spa  -  The subterranean Bathhouse in the former wine cellar offers a range of holistic treatments
    Views  -  Some of the rooms boast incredible views over the surrounding countryside
    Cooking classes  -  The cookery school includes creative foraging walks in the grounds
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    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. See More

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