Torre di Moravola

Loc Moravola Alta, Voc San Faustino, Montone, Perugia, Italy
7 Rooms
Modern Design & Quiet
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MICHELIN Guide’s Point Of View

Italy isn’t exactly hurting for impressive small hotels, but Torre di Moravola stands out all the same. Frankly, they had us at “thousand-year-old Umbrian hilltop watchtower converted into a seven-room boutique hotel,” and that was before we ever saw inside. For while the exterior may be a thousand years old, the interiors are as modern as they come.

It may have a little something to do with the owners. Christopher Chong is an architect, a former Norman Foster associate, and his wife, Seonaid Mackenzie, is a designer. And what they’ve done is more than a renovation. Within the outer shell of the tower they’ve constructed an entirely new inner structure, with seven strikingly modern suites arranged around a central stair.

This turns out to be a surprisingly green way to build. The old stone walls keep temperatures stable, and the central stair gives rise to convection currents which ventilate as well as any air conditioning system. And the suites, with their stone walls and sunken baths, stay remarkably comfortable, despite their minimalism, while solar panels have made the hotel very nearly electrically self-sufficient.

Most unexpected, perhaps, is the rooftop infinity pool, with obviously wide-ranging views of the tower’s surroundings; there’s also a spa set in the forest with its own views of the valley, equipped with a sauna, a marble hammam, and a jacuzzi on the terrace. Meanwhile the restaurant follows the slow food philosophy, and you’re minutes from the ancient town of Montone, which offers other options, none of them particularly fast. As Italian countryside getaways go, it’s hard to do much better — and as a design pilgrimage it’s practically a religious experience.

Please note: Torre di Moravola is open seasonally from the end of March through mid-November.

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Location

Torre di Moravola
Loc Moravola Alta, Voc San Faustino, Montone, Perugia, Italy

Amenities & Services

  • Free parking
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa
  • Yoga
  • 100% non-smoking hotel
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Wood burning fireplace
  • Lounge
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pets allowed (charges apply)
  • Bikes available
  • EV Charging Station
  • Parking
  • Swimming pool

Need to Know

  • There is a no smoking policy within the rooms.
  • The property is not suitable for children between the ages of 2 and 12.
  • Baby cots are available at a cost of €25 per night.
  • Extra beds for children between the ages of 12 and 18 are €50 per night.
  • Extra beds for persons of 18 and over are €100 per night.
  • A corkage fee of €15 applies to any wines / spirits provided by the guest to be consumed within the public spaces at the property.
Check in: 13:00
Check out: 10:30

Credit cards accepted

Sustainability Measures and Certifications

We ask every hotel in our selection how they are working to make a positive impact on the planet and in their community. This hotel has confirmed the following measures are in place.
Guest Rooms and Public Spaces
  • Conserves energy when rooms are empty
  • Uses renewable energy
  • Uses energy-efficient heating and cooling
  • Uses energy-efficient lighting
  • Gives guests the option to reuse linens and towels
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic toiletries
  • Provides charging for electric vehicles
Dining
  • Farms organic or hydroponic produce on property
  • Sources produce from local farms
  • Creates seasonal menus from locally sourced produce
  • Offers vegan menu options
  • Composts food waste
  • Reduces food waste
  • Sources wine from organic and biodynamic vineyards
Community and Environment
  • Purchases from locally owned businesses
  • Hires locally with fair wages, benefits, and advancement
  • Trains staff in sustainability best practices
  • Trains staff in local cultural heritage
  • Restores and protects natural ecosystems and wildlife

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