Elegant palazzo spa retreat close to Bologna

Palazzo Di Varignana Resort & Spa, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

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Deluxe Executive room
Deluxe Executive room
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Deluxe Executive room
Deluxe Executive room

Property details

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Excellent Wellness Hotel

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Excellent Romantic Hotel

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A magnificent spa hotel in the beautiful Bologna countryside, with spectacular wellness facilities, lavish dining and breathtaking views all around – includes breakfast, spa perks and more
  • Opulent rural abode: Nestled in the rolling hills of the Bologna countryside, Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa is the ultimate luxe country retreat. Centred around a spectacular 18th-century castle surrounded by 30 hectares of scenic parklands, the property oozes old-world Italian charm, while boutique interiors and a sleek modern finish add a touch of contemporary luxury.

  • Sumptuous spa moments: Set over 2,500 square metres, the sprawling Varsana Spa is an immersive relaxation experience, with an extensive list of high-end massages and treatments plus a selection of experience showers, state-of-the-art saunas and hydrotherapy. And with a salt-water pool, artificial salt quarry, and five outdoor hydromassage pools at your disposal in the summer, you really can’t go wrong.

  • Refined Italian fare: Fabulous restaurants await you here, from sophisticated fine-dining at Il Grifone to the opulent Treno Reale, set in an original 1920s train carriage. For something a little more casual, tuck into cosy home-style cuisine at Trattoria Le Marzoline and enjoy panoramic views at Aurevo, or perhaps sample elevated health-focused dining at Gingko. Wherever you go, menus are an ode to local ingredients and the region's culinary heritage, while two stylish bars offer an eclectic mix of drinks.

How to get there

Bologna airport is just over half an hour's drive away, whilst Bologna Fiera is reachable in approximately 25 minutes.

Good to know

Access to the spa and swimming pools (indoor and outdoor) is only available by prior reservation, which must be made by contacting the hotel directly at varsanaspa@palazzodivarignana.com. Please note that the outdoor pools are only open during the summer season. In winter there is a dedicated pool for children.

Please be aware that children aged 16 and below cannot access the traditional path at Varsana SPA and require parental supervision throughout the spa.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Facilities

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    Parking

  • wellness

    Spa and wellness facilities

  • wi-fi

    Wi-Fi

  • swimming pool

    Swimming pool x2

  • bar

    Bar x2

  • restaurant

    Restaurant x5

  • reception

    Reception

  • fitness centre

    Fitness centre

  • pets

    Pet friendly

  • family friendly

    Family-friendly facilities

  • general

    Air conditioning

  • general

    Garden

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Some facilities may require reservations and are subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.

Please enquire through our contact us page if you have any questions on the accessibility of this property for persons with reduced mobility.

Location and what's nearby

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40024 Varignana BO, Italy

The beautiful Bologna hills are simply begging to be explored, and Palazzo di Varignana is the perfect place to start. The surrounding estate boasts over a three hundred hectares of olive groves and vineyards, with walking, jogging and cycling trails to suit all tastes. The area’s stunning natural scenery is the star of the show, and you’ll be greeted by rolling green fields and gently sloping hills at every turn. And if you’re feeling sporty, the resort has ample golf facilities, as well as tennis, squash, paddle and basketball courts.

Get your culture fix with a scenic half-hour's drive to Bologna, where you can wander down endless cobbled streets, people-watch on sprawling piazze and drift between fascinating museums and historic churches - don't miss the Fountain of Neptune and the Basilica di San Petronio. From here, it's only a 15-minute drive to the small city of Castle San Pietro Terme, with its golf course and 14th-century thermal baths. And for a dose of beach bliss, head to Attilio Beach Club to while away the hours on the Italian sands.