Insider Tip
Guests can tour the on-site Balsameria and learn the art of balsamic vinegar production and learn more about the wines and olive oil produced in the estate. Samples of the estate’s rare Salsa Balsamica Etrusca are available.
Savor the authenticity of Tuscan cuisine and the freshest ingredients with two signature restaurants: For lunch, La Taverna, serving Tuscan cuisine, and for dinner, the Sala dei Grappoli which is a fine dining restaurant serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.
Guests can relax with a drink by the pool at the hotel’s Pool Bar which is open every day for lunch, and from June to September it is also open for dinner.
Wine country retreat
Set on a hilltop amid rolling vineyards, this family-owned Tuscan estate is located in Montalcino, 44km (27 mi) from Siena and 139km (86 mi) from Florence.
Wireless Internet
14 individually decorated guestrooms and suites offer flat-screen TVs, complimentary wireless Internet access, and a selection of complimentary wines.
Pool, fitness center
Castello Banfi Il Borgo offers a winery and tasting room, a glass museum, a fitness center, a heated infinity pool, and a restaurant serving Tuscan cuisine.
Property Location With a stay at Castello Banfi – Il Borgo – Relais et Chateaux in Montalcino, you’ll be 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Fortress of Montalcino and 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from Abbazia di Sant’Antimo. This family-friendly hotel is 26.4 mi (42.6 km) from Monte Oliveto Maggiore Abbey and 27.8 mi (44.7 km) from Pienza Cathedral.
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 14 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and bidets.
Amenities Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an attached winery, cooking classes, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this Tuscan-style hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Dining Enjoy Italian cuisine at La Taverna, one of the hotel’s 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.
What to expect:
Set on 7,100 acres overlooking the Tuscan countryside, this family-owned luxury estate comprises a medieval castle, rolling vineyards, and a state-of-the-art winery. Ideal for couples and food and wine enthusiasts, Castello Banfi Il Borgo has a relaxed and welcoming ambiance.
Airport:
FLR – Florence Peretola Airport