Castello Banfi - Il Borgo
Montalcino, Toscana, Italy · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
Ensconced alongside a medieval castle and surrounded by vineyards, fruit orchards and forest, Castello Banfi Il Borgo, Relais & Chateaux offers a peaceful, enchanting escape at a working vineyard. The property is located in the southwest corner of the designated Brunello di Montalcino growing area, 16 kilometers west of the small city of Montalcino, and 70 kilometers south of Siena. Choose from one of 14 elegant rooms housed in stone buildings that surround the hilltop Castello. Each room and suite of Il Borgo (small stone buildings village) features breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and charming interior details. Guestrooms feature complimentary well-stocked minibars with…
A 7,000-acre, family-owned vineyard estate and winery in the Brunello region, 40 miles from Siena, the Castello Banfi originated as an ancient Etruscan settlement and later became a castle. Its two Deluxe Rooms and 12 suites offer privileged privacy and comfort with king-size beds, fine furnishings, and fabrics. The well-appointed bathrooms boast rainhead showers and deep tubs. The Tuscan La Taverna is open for lunch and dinner and the Michelin star restaurant La Sala dei Grappoli offers dinner, which is served alfresco on the terrace in the summer.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily Full breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
- Welcome bottle of Banfi Wine in room upon arrival
- Complimentary Two course lunch for up to two guests, once per stay; paired with a bottle Castello Banfi wine, mineral water and coffee
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
The cooking class in the farmhouse is amazing. It’s a beautiful setting and great fun for all ages. –Eileen Spear Boston, Massachusetts
The property, in facts
| Where | Castello di Poggio Alle Mura, Montalcino, Toscana, Italy |
|---|---|
| Category | Resort / Leisure |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Rooms | 14 |
| Room types | 4 |
| Nearest airport | Leonardo da Vinci International (FCO) · 92 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Sophisticated |
| Known for | Ecotourism, Local Immersion, Seclusion |
Rooms and suites
- Suite Classic — from 66 sq.mt to 76 sq.mt / 710 sq.ft to 818 sq.ft – comprising a large bedroom with king size bed (200 x 200 cm / 79” x 79”), Tuscan style wardrobe and…
- Suite Riserva — Approx. 80 sq. mt. / 100 sq. mt.- 260 sq. ft. / 320 sq. ft. - comprising an large bedroom with king size bed (200 x 200 cm. / 79'' x 79'') and separate sitting…
- Junior Suite — from 56 sq.mt to 65 sq.mt/603 sq. ft. to 699 sq. ft. – comprising a large bedroom with king size bed (200 x 200 cm / 79” x 79”), Tuscan style wardrobe and…
- Deluxe Room Riserva — 40 sq.mt /430 sq. ft. – comprising a large bedroom with king size bed (200 x 200 cm / 79” x 79”), Tuscan style wardrobe and dresser, bathroom with walk-in…
In the room
Air Conditioning · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Refrigerator · Safe · Shower Only · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service
What advisors say
100% of the 7 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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