Luxury Hotel Opens in Tuscany

New Luxury Boutique Hotel features exclusive ESPA Destination Spa in the heart of Chianti, Tuscany. Introducing Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa. From 12th century castle to modern day luxury sanctuary

CHIANTI, TUSCANY (PRWEB) July 23, 2006 -– With the opening of Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa, the sleeping Chianti countryside is being rediscovered by adventurous lovers of Tuscany with a penchant for luxury. Selected as member of the exclusive travel company The Leading Hotels of the World only a record two months after opening its doors, the charming boutique hotel is located in the heart of the Chianti region, within striking distance of two of Italy’s most historic towns, Florence and Siena.

Once a 12th century castle, the property has been fully restored into an elegant modern day sanctuary, offering a total of 50 rooms and suites superior in both size and quality to other properties in the region. With magnificent adjoining gardens including a 400 year old cedar tree, a path to the nearby forest lined with 150 year old cypress trees and an abundance of antique Florentine roses, Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa offers a breathtaking backdrop for a unique and luxurious hotel stay, and a level of service never before seen in Chianti.

ESPA at Castello del Nero

Castello del Nero boasts the area’s first exclusive destination spa, designed by global spa specialist ESPA. The five- star, 10,000-square foot retreat, is a destination in itself for indulgence and rejuvenation offering the absolute latest in holistic treatments, spa experiences and relaxation with state-of-the-art heat experiences, men’s and women’s indoor/outdoor relaxation areas, vitality pool, customized treatments, signature products and more.

Susan Harmsworth, founder and CEO of global spa specialist ESPA, the award-winning spa designer who counts five of Condé Nast Traveller’s top 10 spas worldwide among her designs, joined forces with famed Interior Designer Alain Mertens to create the luxurious sanctuary.

La Torre Gourmet Restaurant

The hotel’s exquisite La Torre restaurant offers a perfect setting for a Tuscan food & wine experience. Created around local ingredients and high-quality organically grown products, a tempting assortment of home made culinary delights is produced by Castello del Nero’s Chef, offering a unique gastronomic experience.

Unique Amenities

Among the hotel’s many features is also a beautiful frescoed chapel with adjoining gardens; the perfect setting for a private wedding. Other amenities include a heated swimming pool, a modern fitness centre, two tennis courts, the La Torre bar and 24 hour room service. The hotel operates a daily shuttle service to and from Florence.

To learn more about Castello del Nero Hotel & Spa, visit Castello Del Nero, Tuscany hotel (www.castellodelnero.com).

For media information or photos, contact Andrea Luri, Tel: + 39 055 806 470 or (UK) Fiona Kingdon: Tel + 44 (0)20 7034 4789.

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