Casa Talia Hotel Review | Hotels Above Par

"Perched a short walk uphill from the UNESCO-listed historic center, this intimate eight-room boutique retreat was created by Milanese architects who restored neighboring stone ruins into a cluster of interconnected buildings set among terraced gardens and stone pathways. Design and sustainability are central: lime plaster, stone, terracotta and traditional bamboo ceilings sit alongside modern touches like orb lamps and local Ortiga bath products. Rooms are individually characterized (examples include a two-level suite with a bamboo ceiling and clever under-stair storage, a Mediterraneo room focused on blue Azulejo tiles, and a Sciara room with a red-and-black ceramic wall); many have terraces with sweeping Baroque-city views. The property feels like a hidden hillside gem that attracts guests seeking privacy, a slow pace and homespun charm—wandering the lanes and discovering features such as a water-cistern-turned-lounge or a reception that was once a wine cellar is encouraged. Mornings are unhurried, with a simple cooked breakfast of seasonal housemade items (yogurt, granola, fresh fruit, bread, preserves, bruschetta and freshly baked cake) served in a garden or a white‑washed cave room; afternoons bring a pool with panoramic, highly photogenic vistas. On-site dining, a bar and a spa are planned, and current amenities include a pool, free Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and on-request spa treatments and chef services."