Castello di Velona Resort Thermal SPA & Winery  

Perched on a hill above the Val d'Orcia in Montalcino, this restored castle resort commands vineyard-studded views and sits about 8 km from Montalcino town center and roughly 1h45 from Florence. Close to Abbazia di Sant'Antimo and other Val d'Orcia attractions, it’s ideal for wine-country escapes. Pet-friendly.

A 10th–11th century castle transformed into a luxury resort with 45 individually decorated rooms and suites split into Castle rooms and Contemporary rooms. Rooms include minibars, LCD TVs, premium bedding, private bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets, plus bathrobes and slippers. The property blends historic stone architecture with modern comforts and sweeping Brunello vineyard views.

The sprawling 1,500 m² OLISPA spa features Tuscan travertine, thermal water pools (two indoor, two outdoor open 24h), Jacuzzi, two Turkish baths, sauna, emotional showers and ice falls. There’s also a fitness center, yoga area, massage rooms, solarium and steam bath. On-site perks include a poolside bar, bar/lounge, tour desk, valet/parking and concierge — perfect for waking up to vineyard mornings and sinking into thermal waters by night.

Conference hall and meeting facilities on-site, complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, parking, elevator access and transfer services available.

Three restaurants serve Tuscan flavors and local wines: Brunello Restaurant offers a gourmet dinner menu, Settimo Senso focuses on traditional Italian dinner dishes, and Dolce Vita Pool Ristorante serves lunches by the pool. There’s a bar/lounge and poolside bar, plus a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning.