The enchanting Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa is nestled in a sprawling 30-hectare garden, surrounded by the hills of Emilia Romagna. This 18th-century villa captivates with its elegant design and serves as the perfect base to explore Bologna and its surroundings. This elegant oasis not only offers luxurious accommodations but also holistic health retreats focused on the well-being of body, mind, and soul.
In a picturesque setting, the Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa rises, where land, nature, and 18th-century art blend harmoniously. This historic palazzo not only creates a timeless backdrop but also offers the opportunity to transform your holiday into a journey of transformation. Discover new lifestyles that help you regain a better body shape and achieve mental balance, managing stress and energy to find perfect harmony between body, mind, and psyche.
The Palazzo di Varignana Resort & SPA is located about a half-hour drive (approx. 23 km) southeast of Bologna in the picturesque Emilia-Romagna. The nearest town, Castel San Pietro Terme, is about a 10-minute drive away.
4 restaurants: Panorama pool restaurant "Aurevo", traditional trattoria "Le Marzoline", gourmet cuisine at "Il Grifone" and "Treno Reale Carrozza Ristorante". With half board/full board, a 3-course lunch/dinner (incl. 1 glass of wine, water, and coffee) at "Aurevo". Lounge Bar and wine cellar. Own production of food items (e.g., wine, oil), food shop.
7 outdoor pools including an infinity pool with fresh and saltwater swimming areas, micromassage, and Crystal Pool with a glass dome roof. VARSANA SPA (approx. 2,500 sqm) features a steam bath, indoor pool with jets and waterfalls, Finnish sauna, bio-sauna, jacuzzi, sound bath, ice cascade, Kneipp facility, fitness center, and outdoor wellness trails. Exclusive ARS VIVENDI with Hammam and Asia Spa for a fee.
The health retreats offered at the hotel were all designed by the doctor and author Dr. Annamaria Acquaviva and are based on the 5 pillars of health:
Guided tours through the fascinating park (for a fee). Tennis, squash, and paddle courts, cycling and hiking trails.
150 elegant rooms and suites with shower/WC, bathrobe, hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, and Wi-Fi. Superior and Deluxe (approx. 25-35 sqm) with balcony/terrace and private garden, Deluxe Prestige and Deluxe Executive (approx. 30 sqm), Junior Suite (approx. 35-45 sqm) additionally with separate living/sleeping area, Executive Suite (approx. 60 sqm). SGL are DB for single use.
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5.0 Outstanding
100% recommend the hotel to others
Nikolaus W.
June 2022
as a couple | 4 - 8 days
The Palazzo is a beautiful resort with very friendly staff, very well maintained, beautiful location and landscape, many pools, also decentralized, a nice indoor pool, nice and well equipped rooms, 2 restaurants with a good offer and service, nearby a great trattoria (Terantica).
Nathalie G.
August 2019
as a couple | Younger than 30 years | 4 - 8 days
A completely successful hotel concept. The extensive grounds offer everything your heart desires. Beautiful pool area esp. The infinity pools and the hotel's own maze is a special feature.
August 2018
as a couple | Younger than 30 years | 1 - 3 days
claudia S.
June 2018
as a couple | 50 to 59 years | 9 - 11 days
The complex - 80ha was with a lot of love to detail laid out. Great garden and green areas - but hilly. The spa area and pool areas were great - the fitness center very good. We did not book applications and therefore can not judge them.