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The luxurious bedrooms combine original feature with modern touches. Wood beams, stonework and opulent furnishings bring this historic dwelling to life. The capacious spa Suites are particularly special, with their own Turkish bath, multi-sensory showers, and Jacuzzi.
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Why so chic?
Why travel experts chose this hotelTrue Italian hospitalityExclusive Spa SuitesAuthentic Tuscan foodChic Treats
Only when you book with ChiccheckBottle of exclusive estate winecheckRoom upgrade (subject to availability)checkEarly check-in / late check-out (subject to availability)Situated close to Cortona, Relais La Corte Dei Papi is an original late 17th-century family house that's been lovingly restored. An oasis of tranquility and peace, this small, privately-owned, boutique hotel is ideal for those seeking a romantic escape, excellent Tuscan food, and a bucolic setting. Families are welcome too (babysitting services are on offer), and small to medium pets are also permitted free of charge.
Owner David and his team offer personal and unfailingly attentive service with wonderful local recommendations to help you really make the most of the beautiful location.Note: the hotel has wheelchair access.
Host story
This is my family home – I was born in this house and grew up here with my family. It was a farm before and my grandparents were the seventh generation of farmers. When they passed away, we moved out of the house and it sat empty for many years until we decided to restore it. From the beginning to now, it’s been continued improvements – we started with just a restaurant, then we added two rooms, then the pool and then another room... My favourite place in the hotel is the old restaurant in the cellar. I have so many beautiful memories there. When I was a child, I was always with my grandfather and I have a beautiful memory of making wine with him there. We still make our own wine and olive oil – though very small quantities, just for our guests. I think our hotel is different to other hotels because it’s really personal. Everything I do in my hotel – it’s me, you know? I’m here all the time – when my guests arrive, for breakfast, when they leave – I like to be here all the time for any needs during their stay.
- David Corte dei Papi, Owner
Read David's full story here >Dining
Down in what was once the cellar sits the restaurant, an atmospheric space with stone walls, where modern and traditional Tuscan plates are the order of the day. Come summer, meals are instead served poolside in the flower-laden garden.
Breakfast is a plentiful buffet of cheese, salamis, fruit, homemade cakes and bread.
Accommodation
The luxurious bedrooms combine original feature with modern touches. Wood beams, stonework and opulent furnishings bring this historic dwelling to life. The capacious spa Suites are particularly special, with their own Turkish bath, multi-sensory showers, and Jacuzzi.
Activities
Relax by the pool, with views out to the mountains, or book in a cooking class with the chef. But this special and visually attractive hotel is also a great base for exploring the area. The hotel is within easy reach of the hilltop town of Cortona, just 6 kilometres away: within the ancient Etruscan walls, you'll find the Municipal Palace, the Cathedral, and Diocesan Museum, plus plenty of shopping. Lago Trasimeno – where Tuscany and Umbria collide – is just 20 minutes away, and a scenic area for a stroll. On its banks you'll find picturesque villages such as Castiglione del Lago and Passignano sul Trasimeno .
And if you want to explore nearby wineries, David and his team will happily arrange guided tours of Chianti, Cortona, Arezzo, Siena, Montepulciano, Perugia and other famed regions. Tastings can also be organised at the hotel – the cellar houses a whopping 700 bottles.
Looking to get married in Italy? Relais La Corte Dei Papi could be the place for you...
Parking information
Free parking is available.
Wifi information
Free Wi-fi is available.
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No Show Policies
In cases of No Show, 100% of the total stay will apply.
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Address
Via La Dogana, 12, 52044 Cortona, Italy
How to get there?
By car: from highway A1 Roma-Firenze, take exit Bettolle-Val di Chiana and follow to Cortona-Perugia. Go through Perugia and take exit Castiglione del Lago. From there, follow the signs to Cortona. After crossing Terontola and Riccio, turn right to Ossaia. Go straight until the stop and then turn right to Mercatale. Continue for about 3 kilometres: La Corte dei Papi Relais will be on the right, about 1 kilometre after the white sign for Pergo town. There's private parking free of charge for guests.
By train: Terontola and Camucia are the closest train stations, 9 and 6.5 killometres away respectively. From both train stations, take a taxi or rent a car to get to the hotel. The hotel is also able to assist with organising transfers (extra charge applies).
Nearest airport
Perugia (Sant'Egidio): 50-minute drive, with connections to and from London and Milano Malpensa.
Firenze: 1.5 hours
Pisa: 2.25 hours
Roma Fiumicino: 2.5 hours
Ciampino: 2.25 hours
From all airports, it's recommended that you rent a car.
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Colin MacLeod
6 months ago
Thoroughly recommend this lovely place as somewhere to both stay and eat
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Philipp D. Barthel
7 months ago
Very good service! The quality of the food is great! The ambience is top! It was a great birthday evening. Great job of the team!
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Christian Stöber
7 months ago
David is the man! As the owner this polite guys is always happy to help you, he's everywhere and it seems that he never sleeps. We had a wonderful stay, don't miss the dinner menu, ours was excellent! Mr. Tommy, the cat, was always our guest in our bungalow :-)
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A Google User
a year ago
When in Tuscany, this is a must stay place! It has beautiful comfortable rooms and a great setting. David, his mother and the staff are outstanding. The try to make every moment a great pleasure. The kitchen produces wonderful meals not to be missed. It is a great place to stay when visiting the "hill towns of Tuscany". Our very best wishes to David and staff. Ron and Doug
5/5
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Relais La Corte dei Papi
Via La Dogana, 12, 52044 Cortona, Italy
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6 months ago
Thoroughly recommend this lovely place as somewhere to both stay and eat
5/5 -
Philipp D. Barthel
7 months ago
Very good service! The quality of the food is great! The ambience is top! It was a great birthday evening. Great job of the team!
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7 months ago
David is the man! As the owner this polite guys is always happy to help you, he's everywhere and it seems that he never sleeps. We had a wonderful stay, don't miss the dinner menu, ours was excellent! Mr. Tommy, the cat, was always our guest in our bungalow :-)
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A Google User
a year ago
When in Tuscany, this is a must stay place! It has beautiful comfortable rooms and a great setting. David, his mother and the staff are outstanding. The try to make every moment a great pleasure. The kitchen produces wonderful meals not to be missed. It is a great place to stay when visiting the "hill towns of Tuscany". Our very best wishes to David and staff. Ron and Doug
5/5