Relais Sant’Uffizio
Strada del Sant’Uffizio, 1
14030 Cioccaro di Penango
Tel +39 0141 916 292
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Relais Sant’Uffizio, five-star hotel in Piedmont
Your Wellness
Sanctuary
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.
The Relais is an example of Renaissance-era ecclesiastical architecture and the region’s distinctive materials: red brick veneers and delicate, mint green shutters that open out onto a majestic natural landscape permeated by the sweet scent of grapes.
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.
The elegant reconstruction work combines the solemnity and spirituality of the original building with the contemporary comfort and luxury of a five-star hotel, creating a unique immersion into the heart of Piedmont’s historic and natural heritage.
The close relationship between the historic architecture and the surrounding landscape is evident as soon as you enter the new reception area, where soft, warm light envelops the rooms and delicate botanical and floral decorations adorn the ceilings, allowing nature to symbolically enter the common areas as guests are welcomed into a refined, relaxing atmosphere.
Rooms & Suites
Traditional but elegant, sophisticated but with a warm, welcoming heart, Relais Sant’Uffizio offers its guests 36 luxury rooms and suites with a unique Piedmont style, a perfect blend of classic and contemporary.
The meticulous reconstruction work concluded in 2026 improved the rooms, enhancing their rural character, the structure’s monastic plan, and the natural setting that surrounds it.
Old restored frescoes, original terracotta floors, exquisite textiles and custom-made furnishings give each room the allure of a place suspended between past and present. Here, the serenity of slow pauses, long walks through the vineyards, and the view deep into the rolling hills, offer an unparalleled experience of wellness.
Access to the Aquanatura Wellness & SPA, the tennis court, and the outdoor swimming pool in the heart of the private park makes a stay in any room even more exclusive.
START YOUR STAY IN COMFORT: DISCOVER OUR ROOMS
Classic
Room
With their refined restyling, the two Classic rooms offer larger, more luminous and welcoming spaces that are designed to ensure maximum comfort and pleasant livability.
Prestige
Room
The eight Prestige rooms are all on the first floor and come with a lovely balcony that offers a panoramic view of the romantic Italian-style garden and the deep blue swimming pool.
Prestige
Room with patio
These five Prestige rooms are on the ground floor and have a lovely private patio with small table and chairs. An ideal space to deeply relax immersed in the quiet of Monferrato.
Deluxe
Room
Offering a sophisticated, elegant refuge, one Deluxe room is on the ground floor, with a large private patio, and the other on the first floor, overlooking the private garden.
Deluxe
Suite
There are two Deluxe Suites, each with unique features that blend historic tradition, contemporary comfort, and an evocative view of the private park.
Historic
Junior Suite
The three Historic Junior Suites, located on the main floor, are some of the most elegant and iconic rooms in the Relais: captivating spaces that reflect the spirit and history of the old monastery.
Luxury
Suite
An authentic experience that creates a perfect balance between luxury, wellness and nature is what distinguishes the seven Luxury Suites of this magnificent hotel and SPA in the Piedmont region.
Luxury
Suite with terrace
This suite is designed to immerse guests in a contemplative, regenerating atmosphere where time slows down and the sweet scent of nature pervades every room.
Paul III
Suite
The Paolo III Suite, an enchanting space where every detail is an intimate whisper of the monastic spirit of the place, is located on the main floor of Relais Sant’Uffizio.
Ristorante
Locanda del
Sant’Uffizio
Enrico Bartolini
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.
Immersed in the enchanting scenery of the Langhe-Monferrato hills, criss-crossed with vineyards, and located in what used to be the monastery’s lemon house, the Locanda del Sant’Uffizio is driven by noble principles such as genuineness, seasonality and experimentation. It offers an unforgettable gourmet experience that attracts connoisseurs from all over the region.
Weddings and events
Conferences, special ceremonies, team building and corporate meetings: all events that generate different emotions, but which are linked by a fundamental common characteristic, that of being memorable. In the heart of Piedmont, the Relais Sant’Uffizio presents itself as an exclusive oasis and a privileged venue in which to create engaging experiences in a natural setting, enveloped in charm and beauty.
If booked on a buyout basis, all the spaces will be exclusively reserved, and will be accessible only to your guests. They can be customised with tailor-made care in line with the stylistic choices of your event.
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.
Here time passes slowly, with the golden light at sunset filtering through the large windows, reflecting the emerald green of the wonderful wooded park outside on the water of the pool.
Treatments here are a real privilege, the kind to which you treat yourself but rarely and only on special occasions. The fragrance of fine grapes, skilled hands and a refined selection of facial and body treatments based on natural ingredients are borrowed from the phytotherapeutic recipes of the monastic tradition.
FAQ
Relais Sant’Uffizio is a 5-star hotel set in a former 16th-century monastery, historically linked to Dominican friars, silk production, and even events related to the Inquisition. Reborn from its 500-year-old monastic roots, the property has been carefully restored — with the renovation completed in 2026 — preserving this historical identity while reinterpreting it with contemporary elegance, offering 36 rooms and suites in a setting that blends spirituality, architecture, and design.
Relais Sant’Uffizio is located in Monferrato, between Asti and the Langhe, in one of Italy’s most important UNESCO wine regions. Unlike the busier Tuscan hills, Monferrato offers a slower pace and an authentic Italian countryside experience, making it a perfect base for exploring Langhe and Asti. The area offers vineyards, historic villages, wineries such as Tenuta Santa Caterina, and activities like Vespa riding, Barbera and Barolo tastings, and cultural itineraries. It is an ideal destination to discover authentic Piedmont.
Relais Sant’Uffizio is easily accessible: about 1 hour and 10 minutes from Turin Caselle Airport, 1 hour and 30 minutes from Milan Malpensa, and under 2 hours from Northern Italian lakes such as Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta. It is also well positioned for trips to the Cinque Terre and the Alps, making it ideal for combined itineraries between sea, mountains, and countryside.
Yes, Relais Sant’Uffizio is ideal for long stays in Piedmont thanks to the wide range of experiences available. Guests can alternate spa relaxation, wine tastings, winery visits, Vespa tours, and excursions to Langhe, lakes, Alps, and the Ligurian coast. Its strategic location and comprehensive offering make it perfect for a slow, experiential, and dynamic stay.
Guests Reviews
A complete experience of wine, spa, and fine dining
James Wilson
Booked a weekend here and came away wishing we’d stayed longer. Monferrato turned out to be a great spot for getting into the Langhe and Asti, and it’s no hassle from Milan.
Perfect for a long stay between countryside, lakes, and sea
Thomas Moreau
We picked this place for a longer trip and it worked out as the ideal base. From here we reached the lakes, got into Turin, and even managed a day down at the Cinque Terre.
High-level corporate event in a unique setting
Camille Dupont
We ran a company event here and it went off without a hitch. The meeting rooms are well thought out and handled our group of about 50 fine. Staff were on it the whole time without hovering.
Total relaxation in a 16th-century monastery
Maximilian Fischer
Sleeping in a 16th-century monastery that’s now a five-star hotel is a strange and lovely thing — the history’s right there, but you’re not roughing it.
Great for families as well as couples
Sophie Wagner
Stayed here with the kids and it was a real success. The connecting rooms — ours was even split over two levels — are great when you’ve got children.
A must for spa lovers
Dmitry Ivanov
If the spa is what you’re here for, you won’t be disappointed. Aquanatura is big, nicely done, and the views over the hills are something else.
Strategic location to explore Piedmont
Emma Neumann
The location does a lot of the work. We were close to Asti, the Langhe and some seriously good wineries, and in a few days we’d been to Barolo and out to estates like Tenuta Santa Caterina.
Outstanding culinary experience
Juliette Mercier
The food’s the main event, really. Locanda Sant’Uffizio gives you the full Michelin treatment, while the bistrot does proper traditional dishes done well.
Relaxing atmosphere and refined design
Emily Smith
What stayed with us was the feel of the place. Warm colours, elegant rooms, and you can tell someone’s sweated the details — refined, but still welcoming.
A memorable stay between nature, wine, and comfort
Olga Sokolova
We had a few days here I won’t forget in a hurry. Between the spa, the tastings, getting out and about, and plain doing nothing, there was always something on