Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco

We did 2 nights at Collegio alla Querce and 3 nights at Rosewood CDB in August — it was absolutely incredible.

The combination worked perfectly for our Tuscany experience. CDB gives you that complete countryside immersion with world-class amenities, while the Florence portion lets you experience the city's culture and walkability. The contrast made both experiences more memorable.

I'd pick Castiglion del Bosco for families — Rosewood does a fantastic job accommodating children.

Reschio doesn't allow children under 12 in the main part of the resort, making it more privatized and romantic for couples. But if you're traveling with kids, CDB is the clear choice. The family programming and amenities are thoughtfully designed without compromising the luxury experience.

CDB is worth it in my opinion — service is impeccable for a Rosewood.

I have a detailed review in my profile with more specifics, but the level of service here really stands out even within the Rosewood portfolio. The price premium over competitors like Belmond is justified by the execution.

Castiglion Del Bosco is gorgeous but eye-wateringly expensive since Rosewood took it over.

Previously it was owned by the Ferragamo family, but since the prices skyrocketed under Rosewood management, we've been staying at Como Del Nero or Reschio properties instead. The quality is there, but the value equation has shifted dramatically.

I've stayed at both Reschio and CDB — Castiglion del Bosco wins hands down.

Reschio is lovely but incredibly quiet and needs help with service. CDB is a well-oiled machine with villas centrally located so you can walk to and from the borgo. The operational excellence here is remarkable, and I couldn't recommend it more highly.

My aunt gave us 3 nights here at the end of our honeymoon, and it completely opened our eyes to true luxury.

We were newly married without much money, so our honeymoon was very 3-star until this. It was the most magical experience of our lives and showed us the true difference in quality at a high-end property. Ever since, our understanding and appreciation for luxury travel has grown, and as we've made more money, we've prioritized these experiences.

We took our kids ages 4 and 2 on our first big family trip to Italy, and Sarah arranged everything perfectly.

From the upgrades during peak season to welcome amenities to making sure rooms were set up perfectly for kids, it was the easiest experience we could have hoped for. The property itself exceeded expectations — it's essentially a big resort feel but in the Tuscan countryside.

I personally request to stay in the original part of the borgo — it feels more authentic and special.

There are two sections to the hotel on each side of the main arrivals area. The original part has the main dining areas, herb gardens, and the historical church. Walking down the path from arrivals really does feel magical. The new area is contemporary with a different color palette, but lacks that authentic borgo character. The wine experiences are excellent and very educational about Brunello.

This is my favorite place on earth — we stayed on the grounds the entire time after weeks of running around.

The golf, wine tasting, and spa are all worth the time, but honestly you could just spend time in their garden watching the woods for deer and listening to wild boar and I would have been satisfied. There's something about this place that makes you never want to leave.

After a long day traveling with our 2-year-old, we relaxed immediately when we realized we'd arrived somewhere extraordinarily special.

Meeting Babbo Natale in his Christmas house set the tone for our enchanting stay. The setting is spectacular among serene forests filled with wildlife — spotting Santa's reindeer one misty morning added to the magic. It's rare to find luxury where your 2-year-old can run around behaving like a 2-year-old. Every staff member treated us like family, and even the wine tasting welcomed our son with coloring and juices.

We're celebrating our 25th anniversary, and after dinner at their 2-star Michelin restaurant, our bathtub was filled, warm, and decorated with candles.

The staff really goes beyond expectations and never says no to your needs. Everything is so beautiful that you want to stay forever — it's such a welcoming place. We played tennis, enjoyed 2 modern pools, and the winery experience. Can we give 6 stars?

Some places are so extraordinary they feel almost unreal — this is one of them.

Perched high on a Tuscan hill, it's an old village brought back to life with every stone restored with reverence and style. The rooms are vast and elegant, the kind you could live in forever. From intimate dinners to the brilliant Street Festival buffet evening, every meal is an event. It's not just a hotel, it's an experience I would return to in a heartbeat.

From the moment we arrived, it was clear we were experiencing one of the finest hotels in the world.

Every element is perfection — the staff make you feel like the most important guest on property. Our ultra-luxurious villa stay topped even the most exclusive five-star resorts globally. The concierge team made the impossible possible by arranging last-minute tickets to the Palio di Siena. This isn't just a vacation, it's a once-in-a-lifetime experience that sets an entirely new benchmark for luxury hospitality.

My wife and I stayed for 10 days and it was one of the best experiences we've had anywhere.

The pool is incredible — warm, quiet, and the view looks like a painting. Every meal was a highlight, from simple breakfasts to beautifully done dinners with local wine. The whole place has this calm, effortless charm where staff are kind and attentive without ever feeling too formal.