Relais Sant’Uffizio – Cioccaro di Penango, Asti
The Relais Sant’Uffizio is an exclusive 5-star luxury hotel situated in Cioccaro di Penango, in the province of Asti, in the heart of Monferrato.
The sixteenth century Relais Sant’Uffizio, once a monastery, has been beautifully restored as an enchanting five-star hotel in the Piedmont region, where it becomes a captivating destination and true temple of wellness. Immersed in the evocative winegrowing landscape of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato, a UNESCO World Heritage site, it offers the extraordinarily beautiful scenery of vineyards, olive groves, leafy parks, and hills dotted with picturesque red brick towns.
An exclusive, alluring place, Relais Sant’Uffizio combines history, nature, old-fashioned hospitality, and a renowned culinary and wine tradition that creates a harmonious experience par excellence.
ROOM
Back when Relais Sant’Uffizio – now a five-star hotel with SPA – was a Dominican monastery, these were the private rooms of the monks. Located on the top floor of the historic building and embellished with sloping natural oak wood beam ceilings, the Classic rooms are true treasures of beauty that hold centuries of history and the simplicity of monastic-style architecture.
RESTAURANT
A sophisticated 2 Michelin-starred restaurant in Piedmont, the Locanda Sant’Uffizio Enrico Bartolini is led by the talented Resident Chef Gabriele Boffa, and celebrates a signature cuisine – a paean to Italian biodiversity inspired by tradition. The proposal is creative yet faithful to the territory, with delicacies exalted by the use of precious truffles and the finest local products.
Aquanatura Wellness & SPA
Thanks to its evocative panoramic view, Aquanatura Wellness & SPA is not only a magnificent wellness centre for the soul and luxury for the body, ideal for regenerating and rediscovering one’s inner balance, but also an exceptional one.
In addition to the splendid relaxation room with its herbal tea corner and glass walls, which provide an uninterrupted dialogue with the outdoor landscape, the SPA features an indoor pool heated to 34 °C with hydro-massage, complete with seats, geysers and fountains.
The wet area includes a panoramic sauna,a Turkish bath, an exciting Mediterranean sensorial bath inspired by ancient Roman baths, emotional showers and an ice cascade that provides invigorating and revitalising effects.
How to reach us
From the A21 Turin/Brescia – A7 Milan/Genoa) – Turin/Caselle
Take the Asti Est exit and proceed in the direction of Casale Monferrato-Moncalvo.
After about 20 km, turn right for Cioccaro and follow the signs for ‘Locanda Sant’Uffizio’.
From the A26 Gravellona Toce – A4 Turin/Milan / From Switzerland and Northern Italy
Take the Casale Monferrato Sud exit and proceed in the direction of Asti-Moncalvo.
Once in Moncalvo, do not take the road to the centre, but proceed in the direction of Asti.
After about 2 km, turn left for Cioccaro and follow the signs for ‘Locanda Sant’Uffizio’.