COMO Castello Del Nero, Tuscany, is an exceptional 740-acre, historic estate in the world-famous Chianti wine region of Italy. The hotel features 50 rooms and suites, many of which have views across the surrounding Chianti countryside. The castle’s historic terracotta flooring, fresco walls and vaulted ceilings remain untouched, while Milanese interior designer, Paola Navone, has introduced a light and modern ‘COMO’ aesthetic.
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La Torre is a Michelin-starred restaurant overseen by Executive Chef, Giovanni Luca Di Pirro. Dishes are made with the finest Tuscan ingredients, sourced from local farmers, or directly from the estate’s organic garden. The cuisine showcases inventive Italian and seasonal inspiration, with an ever-changing menu ranging through spring’s crisp greens and fragrant herbs, to autumn’s rich truffles and wild boar.
La Taverna is situated in the castle’s original kitchen and features an open fire, which creates an intimate atmosphere. La Taverna opens during the winter months, during which time guests can enjoy a selection of Tuscan signature dishes, while a choice of cocktails, Champagnes, reserve cognacs, grappas and whiskies can be enjoyed year-round in the bar.
Pavilion is open throughout the summer months (weather permitting), with menus featuring Mediterranean cuisine and international favourites.
Wine tasting in Chianti is something of a rite of passage when visiting Tuscany. The region’s vineyards have existed for around 2,500 years, and remain strong contenders for some of Italy’s best wines. Guests at COMO Castello Del Nero can enjoy a wine tasting for up to eight guests, sampling an internationally recognised wine list in our two atmospheric stone cellars, part of the original 12th-century castle. COMO's sommelier will guide you through the history of wine production, with tastings drawing out the authentic flavours of Tuscany.
COMO Shambhala Retreat at COMO Castello Del Nero, Tuscany, is an elegant, cocooning sanctuary for therapeutic treatments including massage, yoga and Guinot facials. Thermal suites offer a revitalising experience, with an invigorating ice fountain, gentle sauna, aromatic steam room and heated vitality pool. A 25-metre heated outdoor pool (open only during summer) is ideal for gentle exercise, while gym provides a space for targeted workouts. A spacious relaxation area offers far-reaching views across the Tuscan umbers and greens of the surrounding hillsides.
24-hour room service
24-hour concierge
Complimentary shuttle service to and from Florence or Siena
Complimentary Wi-Fi in public area
Housekeeping service (twice a day)
Outdoor private parking
Complimentary overnight shoe polishing
Heliport
Car and Vespa rental
Swimming pool
Fitness/spa locker rooms
Yoga classes
Fitness
Spa/wellness packages
Spa lounge/relaxation area
Steam room
Spa Facilities
Pool bar
Babysitting service
Travel and tour assistance
Airport Transfers
Housekeeping service (twice a day)
Outdoor private parking
Complimentary overnight shoe polishing
35-minute drive to the hotel
La Torre is a Michelin-starred restaurant overseen by Executive Chef, Giovanni Luca Di Pirro. Dishes are made with the finest Tuscan ingredients, sourced from local farmers, or directly from the estate’s organic garden. The cuisine showcases inventive Italian and seasonal inspiration, with an ever-changing menu ranging through spring’s crisp greens and fragrant herbs, to autumn’s rich truffles and wild boar.
La Taverna is situated in the castle’s original kitchen and features an open fire, which creates an intimate atmosphere. La Taverna opens during the winter months, during which time guests can enjoy a selection of Tuscan signature dishes, while a choice of cocktails, Champagnes, reserve cognacs, grappas and whiskies can be enjoyed year-round in the bar.
Pavilion is open throughout the summer months (weather permitting), with menus featuring Mediterranean cuisine and international favourites.
Wine tasting in Chianti is something of a rite of passage when visiting Tuscany. The region’s vineyards have existed for around 2,500 years, and remain strong contenders for some of Italy’s best wines. Guests at COMO Castello Del Nero can enjoy a wine tasting for up to eight guests, sampling an internationally recognised wine list in our two atmospheric stone cellars, part of the original 12th-century castle. COMO's sommelier will guide you through the history of wine production, with tastings drawing out the authentic flavours of Tuscany.
COMO rooms are full of Tuscan charm, with original terracotta floors and high ceilings. The queen-size or twin beds are draped in Egyptian cotton, while the furnishings create a gentle counterpoint to the sunlight spilling through the windows. Views overlook the peaceful courtyard, dating back to the twelfth century, or formal Italian gardens.
The hotels spacious rooms overlook Tuscany’s rolling hills and feature queen-size or twin beds draped in Egyptian cotton. Cream furnishings give these rooms a soothing ambience, whilst the castle’s twelfth century origins are reflected in exposed wooden beams. The seating area is flooded with sunlight, spilling through double windows onto red terracotta tiles.
These COMO suites overlook the sun-drenched courtyard, Italian formal gardens, or rolling Tuscan hills. A separate living area with soft furnishings gives an elegant, pared-back space in which to unwind. The master bedroom is a cool-toned haven, with Egyptian cotton linens and an abundance of authentic Tuscan details. An airy bathroom is fitted with a shower and every modern convenience, including cotton bathrobes and COMO Shambhala’s award-winning amenities.
These spacious split-level suites feature an airy living area on the lower floor and a master bedroom on the upper level. Extensive views overlook the formal gardens or the estate’s Tuscan lakes. The cool-toned master bedroom is replete with queen-size bed and finest Egyptian cotton linens, providing a contemporary, peaceful retreat. In the generous bathroom, a freestanding bathtub is complemented by a separate shower and COMO Shambhala’s award-winning amenities.
These outstanding suites are filled with a sense of the castle’s centuries-old history alongside contemporary comfort. Carefully preserved 18th-century frescoes line the walls and vaulted ceilings, rising high above the king- or queen-size bed, which is draped in finest Egyptian cotton. An original fireplace forms the centrepiece of the generous living room, where red terracotta flooring is offset by furniture in cool-tones. A large bathroom is replete with a freestanding bathtub, doubly vanity, and separate shower.
The COMO suite is located in the historic Belvedere section of the castle, with its magnificent entrance overlooking the Chianti hills and lakes. A master bedroom and second twin bedroom are complemented by a large living room. An abundance of natural light spills through large windows, whilst a shared terrace gives a more secluded area in which to enjoy uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom configuration makes this an ideal choice for families.
This expansive suite represents the pinnacle of contemporary accommodation combined with a deep sense of history. Red terracotta tiles still bear traces of historic footfall, whilst pitched ceilings with exposed wooden beams rise high over the airy master bedroom and spacious separate living room. Muted, cool-toned furnishings provide a cocooning counterpoint to the abundance of natural light, whilst the suite’s size makes this feel more like a private apartment than hotel room. An enormous terrace overlooks the surrounding countryside, offering panoramic views of the rolling hilltops and the estate’s Tuscan lakes.
COMO Castello Del Nero, Tuscany, is an exceptional 740-acre, historic estate in the world-famous Chianti wine region of Italy. The hotel features 50 rooms and suites, many of which have views across the surrounding Chianti countryside. The castle’s historic terracotta flooring, fresco walls and vaulted ceilings remain untouched, while Milanese interior designer, Paola Navone, has introduced a light and modern ‘COMO’ aesthetic.
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COMO Castello Del Nero has three dining locations: the Michelin-starred La Torre restaurant showcases gourmet Italian cuisine using the finest Tuscan produce, while La Taverna and Pavilion offer more informal dining experiences. La Taverna features a relaxed bar, where guests can choose from a selection of Italian-inspired dishes and an extensive drinks list. There is also a wine cellar set in the original twelfth-century castle.
Heliport
Car and Vespa rental
Swimming pool
Fitness/spa locker rooms
Yoga classes
Fitness
Spa/wellness packages
Spa lounge/relaxation area
Steam room
Spa Facilities
Pool bar
Babysitting service
Travel and tour assistance
Airport Transfers
COMO Castello Del Nero, Tuscany, is an exceptional 740-acre, historic estate in the world-famous Chianti wine region of Italy.
35-minute drive to the hotel
COMO Castello Del Nero works with highly respected guides who will bring the history of Tuscany’s cities to life with their insight and wealth of knowledge. Whether you wish to find out more about the origins of Siena’s Palio or the Medici’s influence in Florence, COMO's guides will be able to explain in great detail. Join them on tours in Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa and Lucca.
Embark on a Tuscan truffle hunting adventure, to seek out the white or black truffles that grow seasonally around the estate. You will be accompanied by a professional truffle hunter, who will share his expertise as he guides you around the forest with his highly-trained dog.
Learn to cook with Italian flair alongside Michelin-starred chef, Giovanni Luca Di Pirro who will share his in-depth knowledge with you in an animated culinary class. Using finest Tuscan ingredients – including the freshest produce from the kitchen garden – you will prepare classic Tuscan dishes to be enjoyed over lunch at the end of the class. Learn the secret to making your favourite pasta — from tagliatelle to ravioli or how to create the perfect tiramisu.
Spend the day exploring the estate’s forests, lakes, olive groves and vineyards to build up an appetite for a picnic which can be delivered to you. There are four routes indicated on the map. However, the entire 740-acre estate is free to roam. The surrounding countryside is typical of Tuscany's rolling beauty, and home to rich wildlife, including hares, deers and even boars.
Chianti is one of the most important regions for the production of wine and olive oil in Italy, with a long history of wine production dating back 2,500 years. Wine, olive oil and even honey tastings can be arranged in the private twelfth-century wine cellar in the original part of the Castello.
COMO Castello Del Nero’s location in the heart of Chianti is the perfect location from which to explore the highlights of Tuscany. Tour the winding roads and enchanting hillside towns, such as San Gimignano, by renting one of the classic vespas or a Fiat 500. Alternatively, you can enjoy a chauffeur-driven ride in a vintage car or limousine.