Castello San Giuseppe - Historical bed and breakfast
7.9/10 on 207 reviews
San Giuseppe Castle is surrounded by little lakes and a green morainic arch in a quiet, panoramic zone on top of a hill.
Dating back to the 17th century, it was originally a monastery for religious orders such as the Teresiani and Carmelitani Scalzi. Later, during Napoleon Bonaparte’s occupation of Piemonte, it was fortified for military purposes. Guests, actress Eleonora Duse and composer Arrigo Boito had an intense love affair inside these walls.
A small relaxation centre in the ancient sacristy creates wellbeing of body and mind with treatments of ancient traditions: ayurvedic and stone massages, aromatherapy and rituals with herbs.
Guests can enjoy the calm of the hermitage’s two panoramic gardens with secular plants, or amenable guided walks in the surrounding hills, down to the edges of the five morainic lakes below.
The “Il Cenobio” restaurant offers traditional and elaborated Italian cuisine with ‘tasting’ or personalised menus.
During the summer season, a gazebo extends the restaurant into a garden of palm and magnolia trees, with a fresh and romantic candlelit atmosphere.
Check In / Check Out
Payment policy
At online reservation, refundable down payment of deposit by credit card. At check out, final payment of balance by credit card or cash.
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges
Parking
Free parking is available on site (without reservation)
Internet
WiFi internet access available in all public areas and is free of charge
Children and extra beds
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Conditions and cancellation policy
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 7.9 / 10
Courtesy 7.9 / 10
Leisure 7.9 / 10
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Drummond (Solo travellers)
United Kingdom
Check in: 15 Jun 2022
Check out: 16 Jun 2022
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion: It’s a uniquely wonderful setting and very friendly and helpful staff.
Nanette (As couple)
USA
Check in: 19 Mar 2022
Check out: 20 Mar 2022
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Nice room and great customer service. We would stay again.
Drummond (Solo travellers)
United Kingdom
Check in: 21 Oct 2021
Check out: 23 Oct 2021
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: single room
10
His Opinion: My fourth visit, two solo and two with my wife, and I hope we will be back again. Magical place, but probably not for those who like the ultra-contemporary.
Diana (As couple)
USA
Check in: 14 Oct 2021
Check out: 15 Oct 2021
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: The Castello is perched on the hilltop with lovely views and lots of outdoor space to enjoy them. The owners were extremely gracious and we enjoyed a lovely dinner in their restaurant. It was a very pleasant stay!
Zaugg (With family)
Switzerland
Check in: 27 Sept 2020
Check out: 29 Sept 2020
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Sehr schönes Hotel mit wundervollem Garten und Umschwung. Grandioses Essen und zuvorkommende Bedienung.
Wie kommen wieder, keine Frage...
Straub (As couple)
Austria
Check in: 30 Jun 2019
Check out: 5 Jul 2019
Number of nights: 5
Stayed in room: single room
10
His Opinion: Wir waren sehr gern in Ihrem Haus und sind dafür sehr dankbar
Rainer Straub
Sara (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 15 Oct 2016
Check out: 16 Oct 2016
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
8
His Opinion: Venuti qui a ottobre,location incantevole in alto al colle con vista splendida. La cucina dello chef da 10! Cortesia e gentilezza dello staff,essendoci poca affluenza alla reception ci hanno assegnato la stanza superior più carina (vista strepitosa,stanza calda e accogliente,vasca jacuzzi fantastica).unico imprevisto,le cimici delle foglie che di notte son passate dalla pompa di calore per star al caldo e abbiam dovuto farci cambiar in una stanza senza pompa di calore,ma son stati gentilissimi a cambiarci subito.se posso dar un suggerimento,qualche volantino informativo su cosa veder nei paesi dei dintorni.
Luca (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 24 Sept 2016
Check out: 25 Sept 2016
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion: Il castello di San Giuseppe è una dimora incantevole, circondato da quell'alone di mistero degno di un castello che si rispetti e, inoltre, suggerisco due chiacchere con la proprietaria: donna affascinante quanto ermetica, ma potrà raccontarvi alcune delle vicissitudini e delle storie che nei secoli e non solo, hanno intrigato l'atmosfera le mura e i corridoi di quel posto. Il giardino incantato, le palme una piccola fontanella e da quel punto poi, si discende attraverso una scalinata stropicciata dal tempo, che porta alla piscina; dove l'acqua sembra precipitare nel vuoto e nella vallata all'orizzonte, le colline punteggiate dagli alberi e il verde, che in autunno questa stagione, i colori vivono al tramonto. Passaggi segreti, trabocchetti e uno scantinato nascosto, forse percorso dall'acqua, chissà, forse ce ne sono. Provate a chiederglielo!
La gentilezza e cordialità si estende a tutto il personale o per restare in tema: "servitù " che ho trovato impeccabile e disponibile.
David (As couple)
France
Check in: 13 Sept 2015
Check out: 16 Sept 2015
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Personnel très accueillant. Lieu très calme avec de beaux jardins qui donnent sur une vue magnifique. Grande chambre mais un peu vieillotte.
Renato (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 27 Jun 2015
Check out: 28 Jun 2015
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion: Il giudizio è assolutamente positivo per acueil, ospitalità e location, non altrettanto per la ristorazione:
ben due vini presenti in lista, una volta ordinati sono risultati non disponibili, le portate avevano una composizione diversa da quella indicata nel menù (finocchi al posto che cipolle, etc.); la presentazione dei piatti era molto buona ma la preparazione lasciava a desiderare (patate crude!).
Il prezzo è risultato assolutamente disallineato (per eccesso) rispetto ad altri ristoranti della zona di livello analogo ma con piatti migliori e meglio cucinati.
Ritornerei al Castello, molto difficilmente al ristorante.
Unico difetto della camera: il bagno era dotato di doccia (nella vasca da bagno) ma mancava qualsiasi protezione, così l'acqua si spandeva per tutto il bagno.
ceresa (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 1 Nov 2013
Check out: 2 Nov 2013
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
6
His Opinion: Mi hanno dato camera superiore con piccola finestra con vista limitata....
BOUY (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 26 May 2012
Check out: 27 May 2012
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Personnel Charmant, accueil sympa, lit confortable, en fin que du plaisir, nous reviendrons bien volontiers
Freti (With family)
Italy
Check in: 17 Sept 2011
Check out: 18 Sept 2011
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: abbiamo trascorso UNO SPLENDIDO weekend di assoluto relax in un castello da favola... persino il brutto tempo è stato il benvenuto!
VALENTINA (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 2 Apr 2011
Check out: 3 Apr 2011
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: Semplicemente un posto divino... ci torneremo volentieri!!!
Federica (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 26 Feb 2011
Check out: 27 Feb 2011
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: Ottima la posizione, meravigliosa la location; unic neo, decisamente elevato il prezzo
mariella (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 29 Jan 2011
Check out: 30 Jan 2011
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
10
His Opinion: bellissimo posto..la cosa che mi ha colpito di più la pace e la tranquillità..il letto era favolosamente comodo..ritornerò...cibo ottimo..
Oreste (Solo travellers)
Italy
Check in: 1 Dec 2010
Check out: 2 Dec 2010
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: single room
10
His Opinion:
Michele (As couple)
Switzerland
Check in: 16 Dec 2009
Check out: 19 Dec 2009
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Junior Suite
8
His Opinion: Luogo di charme, per chi cerca tranquillità e discreto riposo. Con la neve come durante il nostro soggiorno, ha ancora + fascino. Ottima cucina, personale cordiale e disponibile. D'inverno premunitevi però con un 4x4 se dovesse nevicare... :)
Giulia (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 13 Nov 2009
Check out: 14 Nov 2009
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion:
claudio (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 31 Oct 2009
Check out: 1 Nov 2009
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion: Posto incantevole e trattamento ottimo. Ottimo anche il rapporto qualità prezzo
Barbara (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 17 Oct 2009
Check out: 18 Oct 2009
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion:
Paolo (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 22 Aug 2009
Check out: 23 Aug 2009
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: suggestiva la costruzione ed il panorama, la camera era confortevole, ottima la cucina (sarebbe stato bello poterla gustare anche domenica a pranzo), molta cortesia e disponibilità nell'ospitalità, bella la piscina. Speriamo di tornarci presto!
Andrea (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 30 May 2009
Check out: 1 Jun 2009
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Classic room
8
His Opinion: