A fairytale wedding deserves a similarly magical honeymoon. What better way to start married life together than to select a castle stay as your honeymoon destination? If you're looking for something special and just that little bit different to celebrate your italian honeymoon holidays, then we have some fantastic ideas for you…

Castello Banfi Il Borgo, Tuscany

Castello Banfi Il Borgo has been mentioned as one of the best Castle Hotel to stay all over the world.
Castello Banfi Il Borgo is a unique castle hotel immersed in the classic Italian atmosphere of your dreams. The luxury hotel is located in Montalcino near Siena in Tuscany amidst iconic vineyards, olive groves and cypresses. The fortress is situated on a hill overlooking the surrounding land where high-quality vines are grown, great expanses that give birth to excellent productions such as the famous Brunello di Montalcino. Montalcino is 20 km away and other important cities in the area are Siena and Florence respectively at 70 km and 130 km, both north of the estate.

The hotel measures more than 2,800 hectares, and inside each room, Italian architect Federico Forquet has used his refined sense of design to decorate with only the best-quality luxury items.

No two rooms are the same. Every Room and Suite includes: Welcome drink upon arrival, Exclusive welcome selection of three half bottles of Banfi wines, Castello Banfi winery tour with the sommelier One winetasting of three Sangiovese wines, Access to "The Giovanni F. Mariani Museum of glass"

Rates start at € 480 per night

Castello di Monterone, Perugia
Enjoy a unique experience in Umbria in a true castle

Castle Monterone is in the countryside, only 3 kilometres far from the centre of Perugia. At Monterone Castle you can experience a full relaxing experience: welcomed in elegant spaces of the old house or walking among the roses in the beautiful rose garden, it will be easy to lose yourself in a timeless peace, finding serenity and harmony away from everyday stress.

It's easy to be wooed by Castello di Monterone's medieval white-stone façade, beautifully kept grounds, and a spectacular pool with views of the countryside but if you think the exterior is impressive, wait until you get a load of what's inside. Eighteen rooms with all amenities, in an ancient castle, transformed in a Hotel and furnished keeping the medieval style. After dropping your bags, head up to the rooftop walkway, where you can look down into the valley between Assisi and Perugia.

Rates start at € 160 per night

Castello Orsini, Nerola, Lazio
Are you looking for a castle near Rome?

Castello Orsini in Nerola is a strikingly majestic, elegant 5-star hotel and a stunning location. Set in a dominant position overlooking the lush countryside of the Sabina area, just 40 kilometres from the "Eternal City" of central Rome, Castello Orsini tells a time-honoured tale of power struggles, intrigue, battles and love stories. Just 14 rooms (some with mezzanines) look out over Sabina and Nerola, along with a heated pool, spa, and restaurant. Everywhere you look, you'll find reminders of its medieval origins: standing armoured knight statues, hanging tapestries bearing coats of arms, hanging lances.

Don't forget what lies on the other side of the castle walls. Just before sunset, take a leisurely stroll along the length of the perimeter walls and soak up the views of the olive groves and green pastures of the Tiber Valley beyond.

Rates start at € 140 per night

Castle of Bevilacqua , Veneto

In the heart of the Veneto territory you will be guest of Relais Castello Bevilacqua. A 14th-century castle near Verona, a starting point to visit the city and nearby cities such as Mantua, Verona, Vicenza, Padua, Rovigo and Lake Garda. It was built as a fortress and later was transformed into a residence for a noble family. This romantic, 14th-century castle-hotel has just seven Junior Suites, each individually styled with beautiful antique furnishings and museum-quality artwork. All come with flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, and many have whirlpool tubs in the bathrooms. The property also has a gourmet restaurant with medieval decor, and multiple grand event spaces for conferences and weddings.

Rates start at € 200 per night