Relais Villa Margherita

Our Italian friends from the Venice area suggested we meet at this glorious hotel for a few days. We didn't know anything about the location or the hotel but agreed and we could not have been happier. The Villa / Hotel is perfect in every way without being overwrought. It remains comfortable and casual while still being elegant and stylish. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. Bathrooms are fantastic. Love the bath products as well. The other thing that made our stay stand out so much was the service. It was impeccable and it was clear how much the GM and the staff care about making this new hotel a success. Stefano and the GM were particularly wonderful. The restaurant in the hotel is over the top fantastic. They say they are hoping to be recognized shortly for a Michelin Star and I am sure that will be coming very soon in which case this place will be fully discovered. The tasting menu was mind blowing and the matching wines were local, delicious, and reasonably priced. The breakfasts were also fantastic. No one could ever want more from their stay here. Last thing I will say is that the location is phenomenal. While it seems to be rather remote from normal tourist sites, that is its charm. It is located within a short drive of some gorgeous/interesting hill towns and small cities all of which are relatively undiscovered by English speaking tourists at least. Great wineries abound and it is less than an hour to the beach. I thought I had seen Emilia-Romana as I had been to Bologna, Modena and Parma but I have to say I like this area much better for its friendly people, reasonable prices, incredible meals, unexploited small towns, delicious wine and gorgeous rolling hills/scenery. We can't wait to go back.