Destination Report: Belmond Castello di Casole

Belmond Castello di Casole

Location:

In the town of Casole d’Elsa, approximately 40 minutes by car from Siena

Vibe:

Luxurious, old-world Italian

Accommodations:

39 rooms and suites

Food & Drink:

3 restaurants and a bar serving rustic Italian fare (one of the restaurants, Cip’s Club, draws inspiration from the iconic Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice)

Wellness:

Outdoor pool, fitness center, personal training services, yoga, pilates, Essere Spa with multiple treatment rooms, pools, steam rooms and products inspired by local ingredients

Activities:

Hiking, biking, horseback riding, truffle hunting, wildlife safari, cooking classes, pizza-making classes, wine tasting, olive oil tasting, day trips to surrounding towns

Good For:

Couples and families

KKTWW Loves…

• The infinity pool – spend an afternoon relaxing here
• Bar Visconti – you can eat dinner here or just grab a drink (the bartenders are excellent, and there is live music in the evenings)
• Pizza-making class – fun for couples or families

Compliments of KKTWW…

• Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
• Daily buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in restaurant
• $100 equivalent food & beverage credit to be utilized during stay
• Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi

KKTWW Tips:

Book a truffle hunting excursion on property and the chef will incorporate the truffles into a tasty lunch!