Castello di Monterone

Our 2 night stay was the most magical and romantic time in Italy. My husband and I talk about it frequently and how we can’t wait to go back. The food at the restaurant on site was the best we had on our trip, the pool was so clean and refreshing in the hot summer sun, and the historic town of Perugia was so cool. If I were having a destination wedding, it would be to this castle. What a beautiful place.

You never know when you book a hotel if it is going to live up to expectations. Happy to say that the Castello di Monterone does that and more.||We actually booked this as a halfway point in our trip, with sightseeing and pottery hunting foremost in our minds. When we saw all that the Castello had to offer, we were sorry we couldn't spend more time just relaxing and enjoying the property. ||The hotel's foundations lie with a Knight Templar in the 13th century, but the grounds themselves were inhabited as early as the 3rd century b.c. Fortunately for guests, the Castello offers the comforts of the 21st century, elevator, air conditioning and Wifi among them. ||Touches of history are found throughout the property, including several quiet places to sit and relax. The pool and hot tubs looked inviting, the interior courtyard just lovely, the library that was only rediscovered when renovations took down a wall, or you could take the elevator to the battlements and enjoy the breathtaking vista from that perch.||The rooms were inviting, with comfy beds and beautiful bathrooms. The staff was welcoming and accommodating. We loved the breakfast and the restaurant for dinner. All in all, a beautiful place to soak up the Umbrian countryside.

I booked four rooms in the Fairytale Castle just out of Perugia for two nights and all was perfect. The castle and the grounds are beautifully kept and the restaurant was simply exquisite. Our room was furnished in the medieval style and very comfortable. |A lovely short break. I will definitely be back!

Castello di Monterone is a remarkable place that combines history, beauty, and tranquility. This stunning medieval castle offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and a unique, authentic atmosphere. The rooms are elegant and full of character, and the staff provides exceptional service. A perfect escape for those seeking a peaceful and luxurious stay with a touch of history.

Stayed here as part of a Viking after-Cruise extension in the Umbria region of Italy. This place is literally a medieval castle with updated amenities. You will be staying in the same rooms people lived in hundreds of years ago. The hotel has 18 rooms total, all different. The grounds and view of the surrounding countryside is spectacular. There is also a quite nice restaurant on the premises. Truly an impressive experience!

This C19th rebuild of a C12th castle makes a stunning hotel. Our room was superbly equipped and decorated to capture the history. The lounge areas are superb as are the extensive gardens. The views from the tower and roof over Perugia are fabulous. The restaurant was good but was it really Michelin rated? Staff throughout were delightful.

Incredibly beautiful 18 room hotel (converted from castle) in super picturesque setting. Staff was extra helpful (and English speaking). Included breakfast was very good, dinner was exceptional.

First time staying in a Castle and worth every euro. The room I booked was ground floor with a terrace, but the room itself was too small for six nights. Fortunately, we were able to upgrade; lost the terrace, but the space gained was worth it and upstairs, the view was much better! ||The entire staff were delightful and very accommodating, for which we were grateful. ||Breakfast was peaceful on the restaurant's patio overlooking the gardens and valley.||You can see Perugia from the parking area, and we were lucky enough to see fireworks from there one night.

One of the most unique lodging experiences I've had anywhere in the world. Lovingly restored castle with odd corners to explore and details to discover. Can't beat the restaurant's deck for sunset views of Perugia. Tough to find but worth the effort.

If you're staying in or near Perugia and you want to get away from the crowds of the city center, you can't do better than Castello di Monterone. Situated on the opposite side of the valley east of the city, along a ridge that separates Perugia from Ponte Valliceppi, the renovated castle is both a perfect spot for exploring Perugia and as a jumping off point for trips to Assisi, Spoleto, or wherever else in Umbria your fancy takes you. If you have a car, Perugia's city center is a short 5 to 10 minute drive, and taxi's can get you there for about EUR 12. The nighttime views of Perugia are stunning, and the castle itself could not be more charming with winding stairs that lead to rooms, balconies, and towers, in addition to the hearths, portals, and dungeons that you'd expect from a castle whose foundation was started in the 14th century. Although the rooms are not big, they are very comfortable, nicely appointed, and many have spectacular views of the Umbrian countryside. Try for a room on the western side of the castle for the best views. Finally, the hotel's on-site restaurant, Gradale, serves delicious Umbrian fare at what we considered to be very reasonable prices. Some of the better meals we had during a recent trip to Tuscany and Umbria were our meals at Gradale. All in all, our stay at Castello di Monterone was one of the most pleasant aspects of our recent vacation, and the hotel itself one of the best we've stayed in in recent memory.