Address:Vicolo del Castello 1, 12050 Sinio (CN), Piedmont, Italy
Phone: 0173.263.889
Website: www.hotelcastellodisinio.com

Staying in a castle hotel in Italy is a magical experience, especially when it is in the heart of one of the foremost wine and gastronomic areas in the world; the spectacularly beautiful Le Langhe in Piedmont. Le Langhe is to Italy what Bordeaux or Burgundy are to France. It is the epicenter of fine wine production and home to the prized Alba white truffle. Le Langhe has become the most prestigious food and wine area in Italy and is a “must” destination for wine & food lovers.

Hotel Castello di Sinio is ideally situated, very close to the most interesting sights, wineries and restaurants, yet hidden away in a lush, tranquil setting. We have twice been independently rated the top hotel in the Alba area; the best area in all of Piemonte for wine tasting. We are surrounded by fine restaurants in and near Alba and throughout Le Langhe, Roero and Monferrato. Our nearby neighbors are top wineries, and interesting shopping and stimulating antiquities abound closeby. We are completely at your disposal to help arrange any and all activities in Alba, Asti, Torino or anything that you desire in Piedmont (Piemonte).

Hotel Castello di Sinio is located right in the heart of the Barolo and Barbaresco wine producing areas. The area is called Le Langhe and it is home to 750 wineries that produce 2 of the 10 most important wines in the world. We are locaed within 5 to 10 minutes of all the major Barolo producers and within 20 minutes of all the major Barbaresco producers. If you are interested in wine you’ll want to learn more about Barolos and Barbarescos and visiting our area is the best way to do it. If you already know and love Barolos or Barbarescos, a wine tasting visit to Le Langhe will deepen your appreciation and enhance your wine buying and drinking experience.

A sojorn at Hotel Castello di Sinio is a true pleasure as the castle has been artfully restored to it’s former glory as a noble residence while also equipped with luxurious and modern amenities. Special attention to details are the hallmark of this small, luxury hotel; an intimate retreat with just 18 rooms, where you will be greeted with the warmest of welcomes and made to feel like family.

A true Hotel de Charme near Barolo, Alba or Asti, Hotel Castello di Sinio is a very special place that captures the true spirit, character and beauty of Italy yet takes great care to provide all the comforts you hope to find including excellent business services such as free WIFI access for your personal laptop and a fast DSL connection.

Built in 1142 by Marchese Del Carretto, Castello di Sinio is one of the oldest castles in Le Langhe; a district in Piedmont, Italy, that is full of historical residences, fortresses and castles. Ours is distinguished by being built completely from stone and massive chestnut timbers. You will feel the spirit of the early medieval period in every bedroom, salon and sitting area, as we have preserved and re-used all the original materials from walls to floors to ceiling. We have lovingly and tastefully decorated all the bedrooms and public areas using antique furniture, doors and pictures; many as old as 600 years!

Your comfort, as well as creating an elegant and warm atmoshere, were kept in mind for each bedroom and bathroom; the finest damask has been used for curtains and bedspreads, all linens and towels are exclusively Frette, and personal amenities were designed by Laura Tonnato.  Beds are all extra large with double mattresses and are fitted with down comforters, one for spring and one for winter. All rooms have large private bathrooms with spacious glass shower stalls, beautiful stone tiles and completely modern fixtures and electricity.

You will find we have the most up to date conveniences such as individual room heating and air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct dial telephones, WIFI access, Internet & fax to make your stay ultra comfortable and hassle free. We understand that many of you need to bring your laptop and absolutely need to be able to connect effortlessly and reliably! Therefore our WIFI ACCESS IS EASY & COMPLETELY FREE. At the same time you enjoy all the comforts and conveniences you hope for, you will be immersed in the beauty of Italy and a time gone by.

Our restaurant, Il Ristorantino nel Castello – The Little Restaurant in the Castle has received great acclaim from both our local neighbors and tourists alike. We are open from Wednesdays to Saturday evenings by advance reservation only. We encourage you to make your dining reservation with us at the time you book your accommodations. We are very small and space is limited therefore we ask your understanding that we may not be able to accommodate you last minute without prior reservations.

Sinio, Comune di Fiore – Village of Flowers
Hotel Castello di Sino sits atop the quiet and unspoiled medieval borgo, or village, of Sinio, very near to Alba and all the major Barolo and Barbaresco producing villages such as La Morra, Serralunga and Monforte D’Alba. Sinio is called the Village of Flowers and every window box and terrace throughout the village fairly drips with the color of seasonal flowers. In keeping with that tradition, you will find our courtyard, gardens, grounds and pool area, beautifully maintained and a profusion of flowers and color throughout the seasons.