Former Castle Hotels in Italy

This castle was used as a fortress against pirate attacks in the 12th century, while in the 16th century it was mostly used as a convent.

Ideally situated on Lake Maggiore, the castle originally dates back to the 10th century, believed to have been a Roman castle. The castle was rebuilt again in the 12th century by the Visconti family, and it changed owners many times over the centuries. In between its owners, the castle spent many years being abandoned, and so it had to be reconstructed time and again. In the 19th century, it was rebuilt according to the neo-Gothic style and architecture, a design that the castle still retains until today.

Although most of the castle's early history is unknown, it is believed to have been built during the 12th century. After changing many owners, the castle was in a bad state by the 20th century, when the current owners bought and refurbished it, turning it into a luxury hotel.

An 18th century castle.

The castle of Buttrio was built in the 11th century. There are written references for the castle since 1139. Between north and south Europe, it was used as a defensive fortress many times in the past.

Surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, the former castle features spa and fitness center, 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool.

Originally built during the 12th century, the castle was expanded in the 19th century and then became the hotel it is today.

Initially built as a fortified farmhouse during the 14th century to guard from pirate attacks, Masseria San Domenico was renovated and opened as a hotel in 1996.

Surrounded by lush vegetation, the castle boasts more than 2000 years of history. It was initially used as a fortress during the Roman times and it underwent various extensions over the centuries, until it became the hotel it is today.

The castle hotel's rooms have traditional Tuscan décor and offer some amazing views over the valley and the courtyard.

An original medieval fortress, this castle is said to have been built during the 9th-10th century. Restored at the end of the 20th century, the castle has been used as a hotel ever since.

The castle boasts more than 1000 years of intense history, having changed hands and gone through countless battles over the centuries. Now it is owned by the Selvolini family, who has turned it into the beautiful hotel that it is today, surrounded by vineyards and offering guests the most unique Italian countryside accommodation.

This castle hotel carries a turbulent history. Initially built in the 14th century as a castle surrounded by fortified walls, it was destroyed over the centuries due to the constant damages caused by wars. During the 16th, 18th and 19th centuries, the castle was destroyed and renovated many times, until it was turned into the hotel it is today in 1990.

The origins of the castle are lost in long history of Medieval Tuscany. The castle is mentioned for the first time in 1044.

This majestic 14th century castle is nestled on top of a hill overlooking the village and is considered to be one of the most beautiful castles in the area. Fully restored, the castle hotel now can accommodate up to 300 people, offering them a unique and magical experience.

Originally built as a Roman fortress during the 11th century, the castle was turned into a monastery in the 17th century, just to become a fortified castle again, after Napoleon wanted to make the most out of its advantageous position. The castle was passed down to family after family, until it came to be the hotel that it is today.