Monteverdi Tuscany

A special shoutout to Enes, who made our afternoons and evenings unforgettable. His drinks were fantastic—whether he was mixing something familiar or introducing us to local creations, every cocktail was truly mind-blowing. His service was warm, attentive, and absolutely exceptional. We visited in November, and it couldn’t have been more perfect. The changing leaves made the entire resort look like something out of a postcard. Our room was beautiful, comfortable, and the ideal place to unwind after a day of relaxing and exploring. We left feeling refreshed, cared for, and already talking about when we can come back. This resort is a gem—highly, highly recommend.

Everything about the property is fantastic. The rooms, the place, the beauty of every detail. But the service is truly amazing. Mireya and Valentina helped us a lot, they went the extra mile to made us feel well special. The breakfast is really good and the restaurante Oreade should received at least one Michelin star. I would love to come back and I recommend this hotel to everyone looking for a unique experience in Tuscany

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Não se deixem enganar pelas avaliações positivas: este hotel é a maior pegadinha da Toscana. Localização isolada, acesso por estrada de chão e nada que justifique o título de 5 estrelas — com boa vontade, não entrega 3. Reservei e paguei uma suíte super luxo com vista e cama king: sem frigobar, sem controle de ar, sem guarda-roupa (apenas um varal com cabides), sem banheira, sem cafeteira e com um monitor de 27”. Enxoval barato, toalhas vermelhas grosseiras e decoração americanizada, fria e sem identidade — fruto de um investidor que transformou uma vila milenar em um negócio sem alma. No check-in, recebi um quarto improvisado e conjugado com mais dois, todos compartilhando a mesma sala de estar. Só após recusa firme nos transferiram para outro, com duas camas de solteiro unidas para simular uma king. Agora, pasmem: o hotel fica a 750 m de altitude, com frio constante — e o uso da única piscina aquecida custa 90 euros por pessoa, por vez. Ou paga, ou não entra. Já me hospedei em Castello di Casole, Banfi, San Felice, Santo Pietro, Villa San Sanino e Castiglion del Bosco — todos impecáveis, autênticos e com alma toscana. O Monteverdi não chega perto. Conclusão: um blefe monumental travestido de hotel boutique. Frio, sem entrega e sem alma. Um desperdício de tempo, dinheiro e paciência. Don't be fooled by positive reviews: this hotel is the biggest prank in Tuscany. Isolated location, access by dirt road and nothing that justifies the 5-star title - with good will, does not deliver 3. I booked and paid for a super luxury suite with a view and king bed: no minibar, no air control, no wardrobe (only a clothesline with hangers), no bathtub, no coffee maker and a 27" monitor. Cheap trousseau, coarse red towels and Americanized decoration, cold and without identity - the result of an investor who transformed a millennial village into a soulless business. At check-in, I received an improvised room and combined with two more, all sharing the same living room. Only after firm refusal were we transferred to another, with two single beds joined to simulate a king. Now, amazed: the hotel is 750 m above sea level, with constant cold - and the use of the only heated pool costs 90 euros per person per time. Either you pay, or you don't enter. I have already stayed in Castello di Casole, Banfi, San Felice, Santo Pietro, Villa San Sanino and Castiglion del Bosco - all impeccable, authentic and with a Tuscan soul. Monteverdi doesn't come close. Conclusion: a monumental bluff disguised as a boutique hotel. Cold, without surrender and without soul. A waste of time, money and patience.

Staff made the stay so welcoming. Can’t wait to go back one day.

Monteverdi was created from a once abandoned hill village in Tuscany. Everything about it is exceptional from the rooms, to the food, to the service, to the hospitality. The views over the stunning Val d’Orcia are incomparable. There are so many hidden lanes and secluded places to sit and relax. They can arrange excursions like the mind blowing visit to a neighboring Pecorino farm (see my just posted review of Caseificio Piu). Also worth noting is their world class (and for the quality reasonably priced) wine list. I cannot recommend this place highly enough.

Our stay at Monteverdi was simply beyond expectations! This place is a true gem, where every detail is thoughtfully crafted. The atmosphere is pure magic, blending Tuscan landscapes, elegant design, and genuinely warm hospitality into one unforgettable experience. We have to highlight their wonderful chef, Chef Giancarla Bodoni, who offered an incredible cooking class that left a huge impression on us. It was not only fascinating and delicious, but also a hit with our kids, who absolutely loved the experience. We left feeling completely enchanted and we know we’ll be coming back. Monteverdi is a little slice of paradise that everyone should visit at least once!

Monteverdi is a gorgeous place to spend time in Tuscany. The hotel is a renovated hilltop castle/village. The rooms are a great mix of modern convenience (including wi-fi) and Tuscan architecture (wooden beams and plaster walls) and the property has amazing views of the surrounding hills and valley. Everyone on the staff goes above and beyond to ensure a relaxing and memorable stay. I had a private tour of the Tenuta di Trenorio vineyard, a cooking class and an amazing private dinner with chef Giancarla, and Massimo was generous with his time to help ensure that I had a perfect Tuscan experience. I highly recommend Monteverdi and would return there any time!

Wow. Unreal stay. Truly one of the most beautiful and unique hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The property, rooms, spa, food and service were all super luxurious and truly 5 star quality. Their restaurant Zita was incredible and we were more than happy to eat breakfast, lunch and dinner there. The food was so fresh! Their other restaurant, Oreade, was genuinely the best dinner I’ve ever had in my life. We’ve been to quite a few Michelin star, fine dining restaurants and this one was seriously better than all of them. The views are incredible and the spa was also the most luxurious spa experience we’ve ever had. They have a large heated pool, saunas, cold plunges and massage services. Highly recommend getting the duetto if you’re going as a couple, you get a private bath with a beautiful view after your massage! The cherry on top was the staff. At the reception, restaurants, everyone was so kind and helpful. We can’t wait to come back one day, thank you Monteverdi for giving us such a special stay! <3

Only two notes. Our AC in our room wasn’t cold enough and we woke up very hot in the night a few times. Also the pool area would be even more amazing with loungers right next to it instead of across the path and a bit of food/ drink service there.

The environment was truly mesmerizing and infused with an incredibly uplifting energy. It created a serene and magical atmosphere. The staff were exceptionally warm, attentive, and genuinely committed to providing an outstanding experience

Just breathtakingly beautiful

We love the views and the staff were very helpful

There was limited selection of food and other restaurants were very far away

From beginning to end every detail of our stay at Monteverdi was pristine. The staff, food, accommodations were perfection. Our favorite activity was sitting in front of their wood burning fireplace and looking out into the valley. It is a wonderful way to disconnect from the outside world and get lost in the beauty of Tuscany. We highly recommend!

Views are incredible, attention to details is amazing and the food is delicious. Spa is wonderful.

This was the most gorgeous and magical hotel. The views and location are stunning. It’s hard to describe how special this little piece of heaven is. The suites are large and quiet. The food at the restaurant was superb. I highly recommend the Chef’s dinner. The spa is so luxurious. The massages were excellent and the amenities are unreal. The staff were so attentive and helpful. I honestly can’t say enough about this place. I highly recommend. Can’t wait to come back.

Cannot praise enough how great the staff were! Super friendly, very welcoming and very helpful! Rooms were also very pretty and great attention to details. Breakfast and dinner were delicious! The garden and the views were beautiful. Had a great stay!

We liked everything!

This was our first time at Monteverdi, and we’re already planning to return later this year. What was meant to be a three-night stay quickly turned into four, because everything was so wonderful — we simply didn’t want to leave. Here are a few of our favorite things about Monteverdi: First, the location and views. Each morning, we went on long hikes through the rolling Tuscan hills, soaking in the breathtaking scenery of this UNESCO-protected landscape. Every evening, we watched the sunset in peaceful awe. Time slows down here — and you truly learn to savor each moment. Second, the food. Every single meal was exceptional. The team sources fresh, local ingredients and crafts them into dishes that are both comforting and inspired. We looked forward to breakfast every morning, trying something new each time. And dinner? Even better. Riccardo and his team curated a seasonal menu that we absolutely loved — and since we dined there nearly every night, they even created a few special off-menu dishes just for us, which was such a memorable touch. Third, the experiences. From wine tasting at Le Ripi to day trips through charming nearby towns, there’s so much to explore. We also made time to relax at the property — the pool, sauna, and spa treatments were some of the best we’ve ever experienced. And above all, the people. Every member of the Monteverdi team was warm, welcoming, and genuinely dedicated to making us feel at home. Their hospitality created a space where we could truly unwind and be present. Monteverdi is a place that stays with you — and we’re already counting down the days until we return.

We loved every bit at Monteverdi.

It was indeed a pleasure to have a family reunion at Monteverdi. I truly made a right decision choosing this property, because all of us had a wonderful and amazing time there. All team members provided us such a great and sincere hospitality. Not to mention that all facilities from rooms, food & beverages quality, restaurants, surroundings of the hotel; I have only one word to describe, are TOP NOTCH! I have travelled to many countries and places and would normally look to travel/stay at somewhere different, I must say Monteverdi is one of the few places I am looking forward to go back again

Everything amazing! Staff, food, room, location, spa, cooking class, views. I can’t say enough about the wonderful two nights we spent here. We loved every minute and felt like we were in a totally special place the whole time. Highly recommend.

Amazing place with beautiful facilities, rooms, staff, food and grounds.

Not a negative but just good to know - we went in March (off peak) and was quite quiet. We loved it and found it relaxing but just something to be aware of. Highly recommend visiting Pienza for a day trip.

In a place where the world feels still, the gentle rustle of the breeze and the soft embrace of golden light create a sanctuary of peace. The quiet here is profound, a soothing balm that allows you to breathe deeply and simply exist in the moment. It’s a haven where tranquility reigns, and every corner seems to whisper calm and serenity.

Nice property but not much to do. They boast having an expensive piano but could not afford a piano player ....so a nice decoration piece. Also very far from everything. Property is on state land so it is open to the public. Nice place to visit for a an hour but i would not stay there again.

We visited Monteverdi in mid October as the fall colors were peaking, and it was spectacular. The location and views were amazing, and the resort was incredible. The old restored stone buildings created the vintage Tuscany village feel. The staff was warm and welcoming and the dinners and breakfast were delicious. The suite we had was spacious, clean, a blend of old Tuscany style and modern amenities, and each window had a great view. We hope to be back some day for a longer stay.

Amazing and beautiful experience! Service couldn’t be beat!

This place is magical. You feel like family in an updated village town. The staff and guests were all so friendly. It is small and you really get to know everyone "on campus". The food is amazing. We didn't get a chance to take a cooking class but other guests raved about it. I would recommend getting a car as it is remote and you don't want to rely of hiring drivers to go check out wineries, restaurants and other history. We also did a bike tour that was fun.

Spent 3 nights in Tuscany at the most unique boutique resort and spa in all of Italy...Monteverdi. Travel back in time and experience quiet serenity. Monteverdi's amazing staff offer you pampering service from the moment you arrive and quickly feel like longtime friends. The restaurant and wine list is as spectacular as the sunsets and sunrises both provided by this hilltop retreat. Whether you are enjoying one of the myriad activities (from cooking classes to tours of the ancient century walled cities or award winning vineyards nearby) you will be taken by the architecture, history and beauty of Monteverde and surrounding area. We loved it!!!

It’s magical here

If you want to experience a very special and surreal experience then spoil yourself to a visit to Monteverdi. It feels like you have travelled back in time. The beautiful views and the quaintness of the village is beyond special.

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This is one of the finest resorts we have ever experienced. The views are incredible and the staff is on top of every detail making our stay at Monteverdi perfecto! Many thanks to the team at the spa that made our couples massage something to remember. The easy access to nearby towns and wine tours was expertly handled by the staff so we did not have to worry about those details and logistics. We look forward to coming back.

Incredible elegance on the top of a mountain. Views are breathtaking. Detail to renovation and architecture cannot be described adequately. The staff are the best I have found worldwide. The meals are creative and so memorable as well as great guidance from the sommelier. Had a hard time leaving the property. Cannot wait to return

Monteverdi is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. Everything from the staff, food, atmosphere, views, room, it was all a dream. We couldn’t have loved it more. Thank you for such a wonderful experience. We hope to be back one day!

Remote and at the top of a hill

The property, staff and food were all so great I was compelled to write my first online review (which I shall keep brief). It’s perfect place to enjoy Tuscany and can’t imagine another property like it exists in Italy. You can tell the property is owned by an individual who loves Tuscany and wants guests to feel the same way. Thank you to everyone at Monteverdi Tuscany for a memorable experience.

Food menu the same every night . Disappointing. Very quite & seren Excellent customer service.

This is honestly one of the loveliest hotels and indeed destinations we have ever been luck enough to visit. Although only at Monteverdi for 3 days, this place will stay in our hearts forever and has sparked a new love for everything Tuscan! It’s truly a magical place, not an ordinary hotel but more like being welcomed into a village filled with heart, family, history, landscapes and nature. Every touch is curated and considered, beautifully furnished and exceptionally clean, yet our whole experience felt effortless, almost dream like. Our room was faultless with a view so amazing it was like we were looking out at a painting. Every-time we opened the shutters we were in awe of the landscape. And our room felt like a part of that landscape, natural materials and colours with just the right amount of luxury. The bath was something else too!!! The restaurant food was perfection at every visit, excellent quality, plenty of variety, authentic, every ingredient with a farm to fork story. Made even better dining in a stunning hilltop location with great service. The most relaxing, beautiful spa we have ever experienced, plunge pools, botanicals, a grotto like pool and still with views from every window. The service is warm, faultless and truly 7 star. Nothing was hard work for us. We were so well looked after by a team who demonstrated so much pride and passion for their work and the ethos of the hotel and village. From presenting us with little homemade in room gifts at every turn down, to fresh flowers in our room. From excellent food and wine recommendations, to mixing us bespoke cocktails to our own personal taste in the bar. Everything was a joy to experience. We especially loved being amongst the unspoiled landscape, butterflies, bees and friendly insects galore. Scents of lavender and jasmine wafting in the breeze, the faint sound of harvesting tractors in the far distance, no traffic, few people and most importantly… peace! All enjoyed from every corner of the village, the delightful infinity pool, the flower gardens, the terrace bar, everywhere! Our main reason to visit the hotel was to relax and our stay at Monteverdi certainly delivered. This was achieved still when there is so much to do at the hotel. We chose wine tasting, olive oil tasting, the spa water circuit, the chef’s table and we were also lucky enough to attend a string quartet concert in the beautifully restored church. Every single experience was completely bespoke and magical and we have left feeling that Monteverdi has given us the best experience of Tuscany we could have hoped for - exceeding expectations on all counts. We can’t wait to return. Thank you to everyone at Monteverdi.

Monteverdi is amazing! The entire place is beautiful and every staff member is friendly, professional, and very good at what they do. The food at the Zita restaurant stood out and was wonderful. We stayed for 3 nights, but would have been happy to spend more time there. We’ll definitely be back!

We were looking forward to our second stay at Monteverdi, and if I am going to be honest and relevant with this review, we would have to say were greatly disappointed this time around. (We wrote a glowing review after our first stay, so we feel we need to be candid about our most recent experiece here) MonteVerdi is still a first class property but for the following reasons below, it will not be one that we would stay at again on our travels to Italy. By way of reference, and comparison, we have also stayed at other boutique/luxury properties in Italy, including, Lupai, Rosewood Castiglion Del Bosco, and Borgo SanPietro which are similar in pricing and in some cases less expensive. Upon our first time arrival to the village like resort of MonteVerdi, we found ourselves lost in wonder of the beauty, charm and intentional preservation of the original small Italian historical village. It was a perfect restful place and a escape from our hectic lives at home, but attained to luxurious details and an authentic vibe. At that time, there remained a few long time residents, however all the other homes were bought out by the MonteVerdi and converted to beautiful hotel rooms that were all unique. The rooms were of course fully modernized, but were beautifully decorated with a 'rustic meets refined' approach. I'm a designer myself, and noted the unique design style. Very elegant, however loaded with rustic charm and details. There was a transitional feel, which mixed blended old world charm with the luxuries of today. There was only one restaraunt, and it was amazing.. with a beautiful tiered outdoor stone terrace that had the most incredible views of rolling tuscan hills. There was as a more casual and intimate bar which was amazing for before or after dinner cocktails also with a beutiful stone terrace. There was no spa at that time but they were starting renos for the beautiful spa that is there now. Unfortunatley though, since our first visit, the quaint and intimate feel in our opinion is all but lost. It seems that MonteVerdi is run on a much more corporate level from American owners and/or developers. A much bigger and very modern restaraunt has replaced the authentic and charming one of the past. The modern furniture, (think north american modern restaraunt hotel style), as well as top 40 style american music playing, made us feel like we were no longer in Italy. We love italy for the historical charm and also enjoy boutique style hotels and restarounts for a more intimate and relaxing experience from our fast paced North American Life. Unfortunately, in our opinion, MonteVerdi no longer feels this way. Although our first meal was very tasty, the experience seemed like we were eating in a restaraunt in Chicago rather then in the hill tops of Tuscany. Traditional apartments have been changed into business meeting rooms, and added on several rooms and we were placed in one of these over the new restaraunt. Our room did not lack quality bedding fixtures, and details, however the design seemed cold with bold colours and modern furniture. We also experienced a lot of noise of moving furniture on the floors, either from the room above or the restaraunt below. In addition, since we were there in october, we needed heat at night, and despite, their efforts to get it working, we were without heat our entire stay. Keeping in mind the nightly rate for these rooms, this is not acceptable for a hotel of this caliber. Upon check out we were offered a sincere apology but nothing else. Perhaps a discount on the room would have been suitable to go along with the apology? MonteVerde is not cheap. We regretted deeply spending what we did on a room that much of our valuable relaxing and sleep time was spent with the front desk and maintence in our room trying to fix the heating issue. While we fully recognize things like this can happen, we would have valued a customer service gesture in one way or another, to compensate for the nuicance of dealing with such a thing while on holidays paying top dollar. We did fully enjoy the cooking class and felt it was good value. It was a delightful experience where you get to enjoy the 'fruits of your labour' at a nice sit down lunch. Perhaps some would prefer the new direction the owners of MonteVerdi are taking the property, to the way it once was, but we left wishing we had spent our holiday dollars at Lupai instead. The heating issue, wasn't the main disappointment for us however, but rather the very obvious deviation from what once made this place so special, and the notable Americanization of such special little hilltop Tuscan Village.

I could not recommend the hotel more. The views from the property are stunning and the grounds themselves are beautifully maintained and easy to get around. Massimo and the rest of the staff were incredibly helpful and accommodated all of our needs promptly and professionally, especially impressive considering the large size of our family (over 15 people). The included breakfast options were excellent; I ordered a different entree every day and each was better than the last. Our room itself (and the villa our family stayed in) was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The only negative is the hotel's remoteness. If you are interested in exploring more of Tuscany during your stay, you'll either need to rent a car or expect to pay a lot for taxi rides. That said, there is so much to do at the hotel (a refreshing hilltop pool, nearby scenic hiking trails, cooking classes, a cocktail lounge, a spa, etc.) that you can have a wonderful stay without ever leaving.

Absolute magic! We travel to many places and Monteverdi is now at the top of our list of favorites. The property, food and rooms were extraordinary — but what was even better (if you can believe it) was the staff. Everyone who works there is so extremely passionate, so caring, and genuinely dedicated to making sure every guest feels personally taken care of. What a class act.

I've been fortunate to have stayed at many wonderful hotel and resorts over the past couple decades but it's rare when one stands out as exceptional, and does so on so many fronts. Monteverdi is one of those places. The atmosphere, the staff, the buildings, the location, the cuisine, the rooms, the spa, truly everything was remarkable! I hope to happily return one day with either family or friends, so that they too can experience a place this special. Thank you again to all the wonderful people there who made our time memory worthy.

We had an absolutely magical stay at Monteverdi. We were blown away by the fairytale rural village on the top of the hill, meticulously restored, with breathtaking views of the Val d’Orcia. We took walks around the property every morning, every time discovering new picturesque paintable corners with abundance of natural beauty and serenity that we couldn’t get enough of. This unique property offers more than one could expect from a resort: we found an archeological site, the old church converted to an intimate concert hall, and a small well curated art gallery. Our suite was an example of modern comfort. The spa is top notch, it shouldn’t be missed. But mostly we were impressed by the incredible people and outstanding service! I would rather call it treatment instead of service. I would like to thank Massimiliano and Massimo, the caring and patient managers, Jorge and Noa - our kindest servers, unfortunately I didn’t catch other servers' names, and Giancarlo for the delicious dinners and the cooking class. Sabrina who helped at the shop, Costanza and Sam at the flower lab, Marco at the SPA and many other wonderful people who took care of us. We plan to come back as a couple and with our family soon.

Words don’t really do this incredible place and the people that work here justice. It is an amazing Tuscan experience. There is so much to do. Don’t miss out cooking with Chef Giancarla and her team! The food and wine are amazing and everywhere you turn the views keep coming. Paradise on earth.

This place is magical!!!! Nicest place I’ve ever been. The Views, the rooms, the Staff. We miss you Chester the cat