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The hotel does not have a restaurant, but has agreements with many restaurants (Ristorante da Fidalma, Old Source, La Taverna Etrusca Ristorante dei Merli) and the possibility to choose the half board or full board with the one chosen by customer.
The Fortezza Orsini Sorano is one of the most impressive examples of military architecture of Tuscany, and was one of the most important.
The legend of the "invincible fortress", is still known and you can read in the chronicles of (Niccolò dell'Antella wrote in 1608 about Fortress: ... ... .. The above is like a falcon ... ... and when on the ground ... .. thing of wonder for a rimirare a factory in height that almost seems that the eye will lose ....) for so long the Fortress Sorano has defended the southern borders of Tuscany and the country below, his position strengthened by ancient walls and closing the only access road from the ramparts of Fortress Orsini make the Fortress invincible.
Inside the citadel in the older part of the fortress(previous restructuring the architect Sangallo) after crossing the bridge there is a little square where is situated our Hotel,16 rooms different each others with elegant furniture and a beautiful view above the ancient village of Sorano make that an unforgettable place... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ..
The country of Sorano is located inside the archaeological park and natural tufa towns, located about 400 meters above sea level, is a medieval village perched on a cliff of tuff and dominated by the "Mass Leopoldina" which was built by Grand Duke Leopold, a visit to the village, offers stunning views and a number of streets and alleys every detail, where we visit the old cellars, continuing until you reach the other gateway to the country "La Porta dei Merli" another example of medieval architecture .
The area lends itself to the contact with nature, ideal for walking and trekking, special mention, definitely worth Sovana and Pitigliano, where neighbors visit is definitely a must
The hotel does not have a restaurant, but it does have agreements with many local restaurants (Ristorante da Fidalma, Old Source, La Taverna Etrusca and Ristorante dei Merli), and guests have the possibility to choose half board or full board at one such restaurant.
The guest rooms are all different because they have been drawn from existing rooms and designed with respect for the old architecture which has not been altered. Each room has an en suite bathroom with shower and hairdryer. Rooms are fitted with double or king-size beds and all come equipped with direct dial telephone, satellite TV, minibar and courtesy set. Individually regulated heating is standard in all rooms.
The pool and the spa are located at a height of about 800 m, set in a natural cave that has been drained. Guests may enjoy a session in the Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, steam room or hot tub, and moreover benefit from a range of relaxing, energising, lymphatic, reactivating and firming massage treatments. There are several further spa treatments on offer, such as exotic fruit masks and wraps and tasty herbal teas. There is also a garden, where guests may relax on sun loungers. In addition, there is golf course located nearby.
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Tax Information
At this destination there is a local tourist tax and municipal tax not included in the price per person and night that you have to pay directly at the hotel.
How to arrive
The hotel is located inside the Fortezza Orsini in Sorano, overlooking the medieval town, the Fortezza. Both the countryside and the town centre are reachable in 3 minutes on foot, following the ancient access routes from the fortress. There are several restaurants, bars and pubs in Sorano. There is a bus station roughly 500 m away and a train station in Orvieto, which is about 45 km from the hotel.
Arriving by car from Grosseto: Follow the SS322 for about 20 km to Scansano. Then take the SS323 for 20 km, and then take the Provincial Route 10 for about 1 km. Then turn right, and follow the road for 6.5 km to Maremmana. By train/bus: Arriving at Grosseto station, take the Rama bus travelling to the area. From Florence via the A1 motorway: Exit at Orvieto, and follow the signs to Castel Giorgio, San Lorenzo Nuovo, Grotte di Castro and then Sorano. From Florence via Siena: Take the A1 and exit at Certosa di Firenze. Then take the highway to Siena South (exit SS2 Cassia - Buonconvento). Then take the Via Cassia (SS2) to km 146, where there is a sign indicating the way to Sorano. From Rome via Viterbo: Follow the signs to Lake Bolsena, then for Valentano, Latera and then Sorano. From Rome on the Via Aurelia: Take the SS1 to Montalto di Castro, and then follow the signs to Canino, Valentano and then Sorano. From Genoa via Grosseto: Take the SS1 Aurelia, and exit at Albinia. From there, follow the signs to Manciano and then Sorano.
