Torre Almonte
Medieval tower-turned-hotel in Umbria: a holiday beyond the reach of time in Todi

Torre Almonte, a historical residence built in the 12th century, is one of the many towers that have overlooked the city of Todi since the Middle Ages. As seen today, the castle is the result of skilful structural renovation, with interiors organized to meet today's demand for modern accommodation. Torre Almonte has everything you need to enjoy a holiday beyond the reach of time. Cosy, comfortable and full of charm, this hotel is striking for its clean architectural lines that blend tasteful designer furnishings with glamorous accent pieces.

Recent renovations have created apartments and elegant suites with all the modern comforts. Each unit maintains the original structural features - terracotta floors, exposed wooden beams, stone fireplaces and ancient doors - and is furnished with a blend of family heirloom furnishings and designer pieces.

Appartments and suite in a medioeval wisely restored tower: the recent restoration includes 2 apartments, one on III and one on IV floor, equipped with every modern comfort, and two elegant suites on the II floor. Each apt. of 120 sq. mts., maintain the original structural characteristics, including terra cotta floors, wooden beam ceilings, stone fireplaces, antique doors together with a unique blend of family heirloom furniture and modern design pieces.

The Almonte tower sits on a lofty hill, offering an outstanding view of the surrounding countryside. It is made up of a primitive nucleus, a square tower built at the end of the XII century then added on to in the XIII century. The interior has maintained the window openings of the XIII cent. and the characteristics of the later plan of the VII and VIII centuries.

Torre Almonte boasts a splendid VIII century garden and a romantic antique rose collection. The tower is surrounded by a secular park, where the owners have reinstated an VIII century garden enriched by thee above mentioned unique antique rose collection. Of particular interest is the 17th century recently restored chapel, encompassed by gardens and particularly suitable for religious celebrations.

Just a few minutes from Todi, Torre Almonte is in the very heart of Umbria. In the heart of the region that spawned Saint Benedict and Saint Francis, just 8 kilometres from the city of Todi, Torre Almonte is a superb starting point for your visit to Umbria. Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto, Montefalco and Orvieto are all just 30-40 km away. And it takes less than two hours to reach Rome and Florence by car or train.