Casanova di Neri Relais

Hotel Description

You know what really struck me about Casanova di Neri Relais? It’s not just another converted villa in Tuscany – though honestly, there are plenty of those around Montalcino. This place sits up on Località Poderuccio, which sounds fancy but is basically a collection of wine estates and countryside properties that locals actually know about. The drive up via Traversa dei Monti is one of those winding Tuscan roads that makes you grateful for good brakes, but the payoff is worth it.

The thing is, most people visiting Montalcino stick to the main piazza and maybe hit Fortezza for the views, but staying out here puts you right in the middle of actual wine country. I mean, you’re literally surrounded by vineyards – not the tourist-trap kind, but working estates where you can hear tractors in the distance during harvest season. The Casanova di Neri family has been making wine here for decades, and you can actually taste their stuff on-site, which feels more authentic than trudging to another crowded enoteca in town. The rooms have that restored farmhouse vibe without feeling too precious about it – stone walls, wooden beams, but also proper wifi and air conditioning (trust me, you’ll want that in August).

What really sets this place apart is how quiet it gets at night. No tour buses rumbling past at 6 AM, no crowds of day-trippers chatting outside your window. Just crickets and maybe the occasional owl. The staff seems to actually live in the area too, which means they know things like which back roads to take when the main route to Pienza gets clogged with tour groups, or where to find parking in Montalcino during the Jazz Festival. The breakfast spreads are solid – local honey, proper prosciutto, fresh bread from somewhere nearby rather than generic hotel fare. One small thing that bugged me: the check-in process took forever because they’re still doing everything by hand, but honestly, that kind of fits with the whole unhurried countryside experience. The pool area is perfect for afternoon breaks between winery visits, and you can see San Quirico d’Orcia in the distance on clear days. If you’re the type who needs to be walking distance from restaurants and shops, this isn’t your spot – you’ll definitely need a car. But if you want to actually experience what it’s like to wake up in the Tuscan hills, with proper wine literally being made next door, this is exactly the kind of place that makes you understand why people fall in love with this region.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $347. Superior Double Room with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $347. King Room with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $442. Junior Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $532. Suite with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $532. Suite with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $532. Deluxe King Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $532. Superior King Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $532. King Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $979. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Excellent place to relax – Alexandra from Puerto Rico – 1 June 2025 (9/10)

  The view is amazing and so romantic , the ambience lovely. The personnel were great. It has a winery at the property. The breakfast is excellent and the rooms are so spacious. We were for our 25th anniversary and we loved it.
  
  What could be improved: The rooms has no air conditioning, but is good at night ( we went in May). The rooms don’t have iron and full body mirror.
  The pool doesn’t have heating so in May the water was so cold.

• Exceptional – Simone from Italy – 24 April 2025 (10/10)

  The view was amazing and staff friendly

• . Heaven on Earth – Sharon from Israel – 6 April 2025 (10/10)

  We stayed for 5 days at Casanova di Neri. Simply a dream. The view from every spot is breathtaking. The staff is friendly and wonderful. The place is well-maintained with attention to every detail. The proximity to Montalcino provides the opportunity to go out to good restaurants in the evening with a short drive. A location that's also suitable for day trips. Thank you wonderful Anna and also to the amazing Elio who completed our Italian experience. It's a shame we couldn't say goodbye on our last morning at the relais. We hope to return. Ciao!

• An experience we won't ever forget, the highlight of our trip to Italy! – Carolyn from United States – 23 October 2024 (10/10)

  We had the most wonderful stay at Casanova di Neri. Gorgeous property and such a great location. All of the staff were wonderful, so friendly and made our visit just perfect. The private wine experience/dinner was absolutely fantastic!!! The tour, food & wine selection and whole evening far exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be coming back!

• Brunello land farmhouse! – Dave from Canada – 30 September 2024 (8/10)

  Lovely farmhouse in the heart of wine country.
  
  What could be improved: Wish they had dinner on the property that wasn’t exceptionally expensive. Finding dinner out was a tad difficult in Montalcino without planning, so dinner at the property would have been nice. Great spot though!

• Relaxing – Piero from United States – 24 August 2024 (10/10)

  Pool
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Amazing property – Ruxandra from Romania – 4 August 2024 (10/10)

  Casanova di Neri Relais is amazing. We enjoyed really much our stay here. They treated us very well: a glass of wine as a welcome drink, sweet surprise in our room, lovely and delicious breakfast, wine tasting. The room is clean and with nice furniture equipped. Every detail is beautiful in this domain.
  The staff is very, very friendly. Thank you for all!
  
  What could be improved: Maybe the hours for check in could be in a larger time slot.

• Wonderful property with amazing staff – love! – Anika from Germany – 12 July 2024 (10/10)

  We’ve been here for 6 nights and loved it! Amazing property, extremely nice and attentive staff and great food and wine!
  It’s very nice and quiet and a great home base for exploring the surrounding towns and countryside.
  
  We enjoyed a complimentary tasting of their formidable wines in the beautiful tasting room. The views from the property are breathtaking. At breakfast and from the pool area you have a wonderful view of Montalcino and from the rooms you have uninterrupted views of the beautiful Tuscan countryside.
  Getting up early to see the sunrise from the bedroom window is so worth it!
  
  Really happy we found this little piece of heaven! 100% recommend staying here!
  
  What could be improved: Water in the shower changed temperature quite a bit and the bed was a little hard but that’s just really complaining on a very high level.

• Lovely room. Above and beyond customer service. – Odd from Norway – 3 July 2024 (9/10)

  Friendly staff that wants to cater to your every need. We arrived after they had closed lunch, but still offered to serve a platter of meat and cheese. The room was big, romantic, and airconditioned to a T. The stay is a bit pricy, but very high standard so it is to be expected.

• Exquisite rooms, great location and amazing food – Mary from Ireland – 19 October 2023 (8/10)

  The location, the room and the breakfast.
  
  What could be improved: Na

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