Castel Porrona

Location. The Castel Porrona is located in Cinigiano, Italy. Montalcino is 30 kilometres away, and Siena is at a 70-kilometre distance. Civitella Paganico, home to the nearest train station, is 10 kilometres away.

Hotel Features. Set in the Tuscan countryside amid olive trees and vineyards, the boutique Castel Porrona occupies a unique 'borgo' dating from the 12th Century, and is made up of several striking stone buildings. Guests can practice serves on the tennis courts, go for a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, and head to the hotel spa with its fitness room, sauna, jetted tub, and massage services. The multilingual staff can offer local information and tour assistance, and the hotel provides complimentary onsite parking.

Guests of the Castel Porrona can enjoy traditional Tuscan dishes and regional wines in the rustic setting of the Osteria del Chiostro, with its dark wood furnishings and checked tablecloths. Al fresco dining is available in the garden or courtyard during summer, and the hotel also houses a bar. A complimentary breakfast is served daily.

Guestrooms. The 22 guestrooms extend to kitchenettes and balconies, and offer Internet connections and satellite television with DVD players. Decor is neutral toned with tiled flooring and antique- style furnishings. Further amenities include air conditioning, minibars, and desks.

Expert Tip. Visitors to the Petriolo Thermal Springs, 25 kilometres from the hotel, will find themselves bathed in healing waters which date back to Roman times. The springs consist of different pools of varying temperatures, and locals often bring their own clay along to mix with the water before applying to the skin.