The best hotels in La Morra

La Morra is a picturesque medieval hilltop town overlooking a patchwork of the Langhe region’s verdant fields and vines. Stay here, and you’re just 50kms from Turin and 15kms from Alba, in the heart of truffle and hazelnut country. You're also within striking distance of the sparkling wines of Asti, and the big reds of Barolo. Our pick of the best places to stay in La Morra includes country escapes with views of the Barolo hills and restaurants offering cooking classes; a chic B&B with a pool; and a small, and very stylish, contemporary hotel.

The centre of La Morra is small but picturesque, with three impressive churches and another three beautiful chapels offering a glorious array of marble, gilt, statuary, murals and frescoes. The town also has a bell tower that visitors are able to climb — another good spot for appreciating the views. There are numerous cafes, bars and restaurants, too; plus a couple of wine shops offering tastings of the local Barolo, Barbarescos, Nebbiolos and Barberas. Vineyards with cellar doors abound, and two of our favourite hotels also offer tastings and tours.

We also recommend the best places to stay in La Morra to anyone asking for a countryside escape in the region, and to those who claim to be tired of Tuscany. It’s small yet picturesque, and its views and cuisine make it wonderfully romantic.

The Best Places to Stay in La Morra

For the Views

• Arborina Relais is a chic, contemporary choice on the edge of La Morra, amongst hills lined with Barolo vines. It has just ten rooms and suites, smartly decorated in shades of grey, with private terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows to make the most of the spectacular views. The restaurant is elegant but relaxed, with an impressively stocked wine bar. There's also a good spa.

For a Country Escape

• Palas Cerequio is an elegantly converted collection of wine estate buildings, surrounded by grape vines and vineyard views. The nine rooms and suites make the most of their original features, including fireplaces, large shuttered windows, and French doors — some rooms have private saunas. The restaurant is known for its regional cuisine; cooking classes and wine tastings are held onsite, too. Also great for families!
• Real Castello is a castle turned 17-room hotel. The interiors are particularly striking, with vast mural-painted ceilings, ornate stonework and huge arched doorways. Each of the guest rooms is large, and furnished with an impressive collection of antiques, and most have wonderful views over landscaped gardens. The traditional restaurant also faces the grounds and surrounding hills, and has a suitably fantastic wine cellar. Cooking classes and winery tours are a highlight. 

For Great Value

• Fior di Farine is a five-bedroom B&B in the centre of La Morra, just opposite the town’s historic mill. Each of the five rooms are decorated to showcase period features, including exposed beams and tiled floors. The communal lounge and breakfast room are welcoming, and there's a refreshing pool. 

For a self-catering Apartment or Villa

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Fly to Turin International Airport, an hour away by car, or to Milan Malpensa or Milan Linate, each around two hours' drive away. Buses to La Morra are intermittent, and public transport is limited. Speak to your hotel in advance about arranging an airport pick-up. 
• Piedmont is wonderful for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Expect hot summers, with temperatures peaking around 35°C between June and August — although this is also the busiest time of year with international visitors. If you’re serious about food and wine, the best time to visit might be associated with food festivals, harvest or foraging seasons. White truffles and hazelnuts are to be found in the autumn, whilst wine-making festivals are dotted throughout the year. 

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