Castello Di Meleto
- Castle -
- Loc. Meleto -
- 53013 -
- Gaiole in Chianti -
- Telephone +39 02 56 56 77 71
8.7/10 on 670 reviews
Castello Di Meleto: An Imposing Medieval Fortress in the Heart of Chianti Classico
The Castello Di Meleto is a majestic fortified complex dating back to the 13th century, situated on a panoramic hill in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti (SI). This castle, which has preserved its imposing military structure, is now the heart of a renowned agricultural estate that offers hospitality in rooms and apartments as a farm stay. The estate is famous for the excellence of its Chianti Classico DOCG production.
Accommodations: Historic Charm and Tuscan Atmosphere
Hospitality is offered in approximately 30 accommodations including rooms (located in the Castle or its annexes) and apartments (in nearby farmhouses) furnished in a cozy rustic Tuscan style, with attention to maintaining historical elements. All accommodations feature heating and complimentary Wi-Fi. The thick walls of the Castle ensure a cool environment in summer and warm in winter.
Food & Wine, History, and Relaxation
Guests can swim in one of the two panoramic outdoor pools, nestled among the vineyards and the countryside. Castello Di Meleto is famous for its guided tours, which include a walk along the guard paths, the evocative cellar, and the frescoed Rococo theatre. The restaurant offers dishes of traditional Tuscan cuisine prepared with zero-kilometer ingredients, enhancing the estate's wines.
Services and Local Experiences
The agricultural estate regularly organizes wine and olive oil tastings of its own production. The Castle is a highly requested location for weddings and events thanks to its large halls and atmospheric internal courtyard. Ample complimentary parking is available to guests. The location is ideal for exploring the other historic towns of Chianti, such as Radda in Chianti and Castellina in Chianti.
Facilities & Features Castello Di Meleto
- General services:
- Botanical garden ,
- Excursions ,
- Garden ,
- Homemade Produce ,
- Park ,
- Reading Room ,
- Wine bar
- Activities:
- Cooking Courses ,
- Excursions on request ,
- Guided Tours ,
- Horseback Riding facilities in vicinity ,
- Horseback Riding treks
- Dining Facilities:
- Culinary Tastings ,
- Oliveoil Tastings ,
- Restaurants nearby ,
- Wine Tasting
- Leisure Amenities:
- Jogging track ,
- Outdoor Swimming pool ,
- Terrace ,
- Towels for Swimming Pool
- Comfort:
- Parking ,
- Small Pets,
- WiFi Internet connection
Room facilities available Castello Di Meleto
- General Services Room:
- Bathroom with shower ,
- Garden view ,
- Hair dryer ,
- LCD TV ,
- Minibar ,
- Park view ,
- Towels
- Leisure Facilities:
- Bathroom with shower and/or bathtub
- Comfort:
- WiFi internet connection
Terms and conditions of booking Castello Di Meleto
Check In / Check Out
- Check-in from 14:00 to 17:00
- Check-in from 14:00
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 allowed on request for a fee
Parking
Free parking is available on site (without reservation)
Internet
WiFi internet access available in all public areas and is free of charge and in all rooms
Children and extra beds
- Cot: On request.
- Children: Free! All children equal or under 3 years stay free of charge when using parents beds.
- Extra beds Adults: Extra beds are not available
Extra
EXTRA (If not included in the booking)
- City tax € 2.00 per person per night
Conditions and cancellation policy
- More than 2 Days Before arrival: Free cancellation
- From 2 Days to 0 hours before arrival: 100% of the total reservation amount
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 8.7 / 10
Courtesy 8.7 / 10
Leisure 8.7 / 10
Filter by travel type
- As couple
- With family
- With friends
- Groups
- Solo travellers
Castello Di Meleto
domenico (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 17 Oct 2020
Check out: 18 Oct 2020
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Bella location e buon cibo. Panorama d'incanto. Da ritornare
Castello Di Meleto
CARLO (With family)
Italy
Check in: 20 Aug 2020
Check out: 21 Aug 2020
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Two-Bedroom Apartment
10
His Opinion:
Castello Di Meleto
Bruno (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 4 Aug 2020
Check out: 7 Aug 2020
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Deluxe room
10
His Opinion:
Castello Di Meleto
DEGOUT (As couple)
France
Check in: 12 Feb 2020
Check out: 13 Feb 2020
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Two-Bedroom Apartment
10
His Opinion: Appartement spacieux, très bien équipé. Environnement superbe et calme, très belle vue sur les vignobles du chianti. Séjour pour romantiques.
Très bon accueil. Dégustation de Chianti Classico au sein du château faite par un œnologue sympathique et pédagogue.
En résumé : séjour parfait dans un très beau décor.
Une seule ombre au tableau : il manque un restaurant au sein du château ( dommage !!!! ) et lors de mon passage la wifi était défaillante dans le cottage. La Wifi fonctionnait néanmoins dans le château et à la réception.
Castello Di Meleto
(With family)
Mexico
Check in: 15 Mar 2017
Check out: 19 Mar 2017
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Double room
10
His Opinion:
Castello Di Meleto
Susanna (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 6 Jan 2017
Check out: 8 Jan 2017
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
8
His Opinion: Frigobar praticamente inesistente, no servizio in camera
Castello Di Meleto
Abbatecola (With family)
Italy
Check in: 26 Mar 2016
Check out: 28 Mar 2016
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
6
His Opinion: La struttura è valida ma siamo rimasti molto delusi dalla qualita cucina , veramente scarsa.
Castello Di Meleto
Damiano (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 13 Feb 2016
Check out: 14 Feb 2016
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Semplicemente fantastico....
Castello Di Meleto
Jonathan (With family)
Canada
Check in: 8 Jul 2013
Check out: 12 Jul 2013
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Suite in the Castle
8
His Opinion: Castello di Meleto is beautiful. The estate is gorgeous. The accommodation was adequate, but I would remind those in the tower rooms that the staircase is extremely tight for lugging up baggage.
The breakfast was merely adequate, and if you happen to be in the hotel the same time as a group (as we were), it may be tough to get a table in the small kitchen, and it also may be that they consume the good stuff, leaving you a limited choice of food.
While they have rudimentary wifi, the bandwidth is so limited as to be close to pointless. Don't count on it.
The winery is great, the food is good and well priced. A good spot for lunch.
Staff are a mixed bag. We received great and poor service, depending on who was attending to us. Disappointing, but often the case in Italian hotels.
Gaoile was not our cup of tea. Castelina in Chianti down the road is simply sublime by comparison, and worth the few extra kms in the car.
Overall, we had a wonderful time at Castello di Meleto. The setting is spectacular, the service is acceptable and the accommodation reasonable for what you pay, considering this is an 800 year old castle and not a new hotel. I would not hesitate to recommend it.
Castello Di Meleto
david (As couple)
USA
Check in: 16 Oct 2012
Check out: 19 Oct 2012
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Very romantic spot and in perfect Chianti location.
Castello Di Meleto
Christin (As couple)
Germany
Check in: 6 Aug 2012
Check out: 7 Aug 2012
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Room 100 in the dependance
10
His Opinion: Wunderschönes Ambiente, toller Service. Werden es definitiv weiterempfehlen und kommen sehr gerne wieder.
Castello Di Meleto
Thomas (As couple)
USA
Check in: 9 Oct 2011
Check out: 16 Oct 2011
Number of nights: 7
Stayed in room: Superior room
8
His Opinion: We stayed in the castle and experienced a "ghost" visit on our first night, a little unnerving.
Castello Di Meleto
Deronherr (As couple)
USA
Check in: 23 Aug 2011
Check out: 25 Aug 2011
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: The property was beautiful and the staff was very accommodating. We are very pleased with our experience.
Castello Di Meleto
Daniele (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 12 Jun 2011
Check out: 15 Jun 2011
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: tranquillità e discrezione, per un momento di relax lontano dai frastuoni del mondo...un tuffo nel passato .
Castello Di Meleto
veronica (With family)
Spain
Check in: 2 Jun 2010
Check out: 3 Jun 2010
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Suite in the Castle
10
His Opinion:
Castello Di Meleto
maurizio (With family)
Italy
Check in: 31 Mar 2010
Check out: 3 Apr 2010
Number of nights: 3
Stayed in room: triple room inside the castle
8
His Opinion: Ottima posizione e splendita vista sulla vallata. Il Castello è affascinante e imponente. Soggiorno rilassante e piacevole, ottimo il vino di produzione del Castello. Il sito web dovrebbe evidenziare che la camera nel castello non ha riscaldamento che viene effettuato con una stufa che emette un odore non molto piacevole.
Castello Di Meleto
cerini (As couple)
Italy
Check in: 30 Apr 2009
Check out: 2 May 2009
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Room 200-300 in the dependence
6
His Opinion: