Palazzo Viviani Castello di Montegridolfo

We've just returned from a four night stay in this astonishing location. The hotel is set within the grounds of a restored castle and village on a mountain top. It is like living in a movie set, with exceptional views in every direction. The breakfasts were first class. The two restaurants in the castle were both excellent and good value. We used the hotel as a base to see the MotoGP at Misano and to visit Tavullia, which it was perfect for (you can see Tavullia from the hotel). The staff were super helpful. Exceptional quality at a very reasonable price.

We had a lovely overnight stay in this stunning location. The staff were extremely welcoming and the room was really comfortable with a lovely view down to the pool. We were travelling with our dog and there was plenty of outdoor space to walk her. Would definitely recommend

The hotel is great, the breakfast is amazing, we had a reservation issue with booking and they were so nice helping us and offering compensation. People were very nice with us for the whole trip and we thank them a lot for having such great vacation.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Palazzo Viviani – Castello di Montegridolfo, and I can say without hesitation that it was one of the most memorable stays we’ve had, especially travelling with our baby. The setting, service, rooms and atmosphere all came together beautifully. From the moment we arrived, we felt well-cared for. The reception was warm and professional, but with a personal touch. Our room was very spacious and well suited: the new bathroom, in particular, was a highlight, with its stunning green marble, modern finishes, and excellent cleanliness. It felt luxurious in the best way, yet completely comfortable. Breakfast was amazing. Cristina (who prepared and served breakfast) is a master Chef, especially attentive, professional, and so kind with our baby. There were delicious freshly made cakes, a good selection of traditional items, fruit, etc. Everything felt high quality. One moment that really stood out: we had a flat tire during our stay. It could have been a big disruption, especially with our baby, but the staff (Crina, Alessandro) went above and beyond. They helped call a mechanic, drove us there, took care of arranging things for us. Their willingness to help made a difficult moment much easier, and showed their genuine commitment to guest satisfaction. The location is magical. Montegridolfo is a medieval village perched on a hillcrest between the Conca and Foglia valleys, near the border of Emilia-Romagna and Marche. It is beautifully restored, atmospheric, peaceful. Cobblestone streets, ancient walls, panoramic views, and that sense of stepping into history. Palazzo Viviani itself retains a lot of historic charm while delivering modern comfort. Antique furnishings in common areas, lovely garden spaces, and strong attention to detail everywhere. Amenity-wise, it’s well equipped: beautiful bathrooms, good bedding, free WiFi, excellent breakfast, garden, terrace areas, swimming pool (seasonal), etc. Prices were fair given the quality. We felt that for what was offered — location, service, comfort — it was very good value. If I had to offer just a few tips: If arriving by car, make sure your directions are clear; parts of the access involve narrow historic roads. Bring some good walking shoes; exploring Montegridolfo involves cobbled streets, some uphill climbs. If visiting with a baby, ask about what room is best suited for space and ease of access; staff seem very accommodating. Overall, I wholeheartedly recommend Palazzo Viviani – especially for travellers looking for a peaceful, beautiful retreat with great service. We will absolutely return!

Lovely hotel set in a medieval fortified village ("borgo") with pool and two nice restaurants close by (the Bistrot in particular is excellent). The family room was a little bit tired but charming and spacious. The staff are friendly and helpful, especially at breakfast, which we enjoyed every morning. Urbino and Gradara are a short drive away. The Montegridolfo museum about the WWII local fighting around the"Linea Gotica" was a nice addition to our stay.

Five stars are not enough for this place. The best hotel and restaurant I have ever stayed in all of Italy. The dinner amazing, people friendly and the hotel out of this world. The rooms are very nice and look like you are travel back in time ! They call it castle in the sky and it is very true. I hope my photos do justice to this place.

I was taken here as a surprise for my birthday by my boyfriend. It was a welcoming hotel with good food and a lovely atmosphere. It is a castle so expect the rooms not to be in perfect modern decor and you’ll be happy. The manager is clearly very professional and his staff have the right balance of friendliness and professionalism. I felt welcomed, made to feel special & loved every second of my stay.

The location is great. The hotel rooms being inside the houses of the small castle village is astounding. You must like the sound of crickets though, because they are extremely loud, so it's uncomfortable to be outside or inside with the windows open. We were excited for the advertised memory foam mattresses, but unfortunately we got a regular (hard) spring mattress (which was upside down at first, and the springs were poking in our backs) Furthermore very well renovated..