Dating back to 1050, this historical marvel is filled with stories of mystery and intrigue. Following years of careful transformation, it is now a unique and enthralling hotel.Within the walls of the castle are two interlinked courtyards – one now encased in glass and starting a new life as the Palm Court. The other is a wonderful grassy lawn circled by impressive mature umbrella pines and cypresses. It is blessed with perfect acoustics and the home to concerts, recitals and pop-up events.The wrought-iron columns and glass ceiling of the Palm Court create an exotic fin-de-siècle space, with an air of Agatha Christie mystery (but without the murder). On arriving at the Castello, it is a perfect first port of call. A place to take in an invigorating negroni, while also absorbing the majesty of the castle’s walls from within.