Palazzo Brandano Petroio

An exclusive Tuscan hideaway, Palazzo Brandano is situated in Petroio, a tiny medieval hamlet perched atop a hill in the heart of Tuscany. Stepping inside the ancient palazzo, which once belonged to members of the Tuscan nobility, guests find themselves in a truly unique luxury hotel, graced with the traces of its aristocratic past.

The atmosphere which pervades the interiors of Palazzo Brandono recalls the original charm of the old patrician residence. The sumptuous guestrooms are all appointed in traditional Tuscan fashion, with floors in terracotta, exposed wooden beam ceilings, travertine tiles, and walls painted in delicate, neutral tones. A sophisticated combination of old world luxury and ultra modern amenities ensures maximum comfort for today's discerning traveller. Splendid handcrafted frescoes, replicas of works by Renaissance artists such as Michelangelo and Botticelli, adorn the rooms of the Palazzo and have given the names to the hotel's suites, bedrooms, and apartments.

At the "Il Brandano" restaurant only the finest traditional Tuscan cuisine is served. Blessed with fabulous panoramic views over the Tuscan countryside, during the summer season the hotel's external terrace provides a decidedly romantic venue for a candlelit dinner during which to taste regional delicacies such as truffles, pecorino cheese, fresh pasta, and the highly prized Chianina beef. An excellent wine list features all of the region's celebrated wines and a selection of the very best Italian labels.

Among the leisure facilities available in the vicinity of Hotel Palazzo Brandano, there is a swimming pool, bicycle rental, riding stables and a golf course. On request, the hotel organises cooking courses, language classes, tours of the area's most prestigious wineries, and trips to some of Tuscany's most loved towns and cities including Montalcino, Pienza, Montepulciano, Siena and Florence.