A former 17th-century monastery in Cioccaro di Penango, in Monferrato, with a 500 sqm spa, panoramic swimming pool and a Piedmontese restaurant in a frescoed hall.
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Relais Sant’Uffizio is a 5-star hotel set in a former 17th-century monastery in Cioccaro di Penango, in the heart of Monferrato, featuring a 500-square-metre spa and an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by greenery.
The property, an imposing red-brick building surrounded by landscaped gardens and a small historic chapel, is designed for those seeking a stay focused on relaxation and food and wine. The rooms, spread between the 19th-century wing and more recent spaces, retain terracotta floors and period furnishings, and range from Classic Doubles to Suites with a hillside-view terrace, all air-conditioned and with a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or shower.
The Aquanatura Spa offers a pool with hydromassage, sauna, Turkish bath and a wide range of beauty treatments, while the in-house restaurant showcases Piedmontese specialities in a frescoed hall. Breakfast is served on the terrace with a view of the surrounding hills. Parking and WiFi are free throughout the property, and pets are allowed on request. Asti railway station is about 20 km away, making the Relais a convenient base for exploring Monferrato among vineyards, villages and historic wineries.
Relais Sant’Uffizio offers several types of rooms and suites, spread between the 19th-century wing of the former monastery and the more recent areas of the property, all air-conditioned, with a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub or shower, flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee machine. Room sizes increase progressively, from 25 square metres for the Classic Double to 45 for the Deluxe Family room, offering solutions suited to both couples’ stays and families needing more space.
The simpler rooms overlook the garden with rustic-style furnishings and terracotta floors, while the higher-category suites add a private terrace, a separate sitting area or an extra sofa bed to accommodate up to three people. The Executive Suite enjoys a direct view of the pool and the hills of Monferrato, standing out for the most exclusive and romantic atmosphere among all the available accommodations.
The Prestige Double Room is located in the 19th-century area of the Relais, furnished with period pieces and a carved wooden bed. The rate includes two hours of daily access to the Aquanatura Spa, an exclusive advantage compared to the Classic room in the same area.
This is the most compact room type in the property, often spread over two levels with the sleeping area on the upper floor and the bathroom on the lower floor. Some units have a small balcony, and the rate includes spa access for two hours per stay rather than per day.
An elegant suite with period furnishings that stands out for its direct view of the pool and the hills of Monferrato, the most scenic among the rooms of this size. The rate includes access to the wellness centre.
An air-conditioned double room with garden view, featuring a bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Compared to the Prestige room of the same size, it offers a more essential arrangement without included spa access.
A spacious double room with an additional sofa bed alongside the large double bed, ideal for those wanting more flexible accommodation while still enjoying a classic double with garden view.
The largest among the standard rooms, designed for families of up to three thanks to the sofa bed paired with the double bed. It has a separate sitting area and garden view.
A junior suite with a single bedroom and a bathroom with bathtub and bidet, set apart from the standard doubles by its more intimate atmosphere and independent suite layout.
A suite with a private terrace overlooking the garden, the only one among the mid-sized rooms to offer a dedicated outdoor space in addition to the bathroom with bathtub and bidet.
Relais Sant’Uffizio offers guests a 500-square-metre wellness centre with a pool, hydromassage tub, sauna, Turkish bath and a wide range of face and body treatments, as well as an outdoor pool with umbrellas and sun loungers in the property’s garden.
General services include a 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage, laundry and ironing service, car rental and free WiFi in all common areas. Pets are allowed on request, with bowls and beds provided.
The in-house restaurant offers Piedmontese specialities and menus for special dietary needs, alongside a bar and the option to have breakfast delivered directly to the room. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar and coffee machine, for a comfortable stay in every respect.
Cioccaro di Penango is a small hamlet in the Monferrato area of the province of Asti, surrounded by vineyards and hills planted with Barbera and Grignolino grapes, just steps from Relais Sant’Uffizio. The area retains an authentic rural character, dotted with farmhouses and small family-run wineries, while the historic chapel attached to the property bears witness to the building’s ancient monastic past, dating back to the 17th century.
Penango railway station is about 3.4 km away, and Moncalvo station about 3.8 km; both connect to the main regional hubs. The city of Asti, with its main railway station, is about 20 km away. For those arriving by air, Turin Airport is about 52 km away, and Milan Malpensa Airport about 73 km. Nearby there are several traditional restaurants, including La Possavina at 1.2 km, Il Bricchetto at 2.2 km and La Quercia Rossa at 2 km, all ideal for sampling Piedmontese cuisine in a countryside setting.
Nature and culture lovers can reach the Sanctuary of Crea, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sacri Monti between Piedmont and Lombardy, about 7 km away, or take a walk in the Parco della Rimembranza just over 2 km from the property. In summer the area is well suited to bike tours and wine tastings in the wineries of Monferrato, while in autumn the grape harvest and local festivals bring the area to life, making the stay an opportunity to discover Piedmontese food and wine excellence up close among villages, vineyards and historic estates.
Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.1, and the staff’s helpfulness, with a score of 9. Cleanliness and room comfort are also highly rated, both above 8.9. Value for money, at 7.9, remains the lowest-scoring category among those reviewed.
Yes, Relais Sant’Uffizio offers free private parking directly on site.
Yes, Relais Sant’Uffizio accepts pets on request, with a possible extra charge for the guest.
The Aquanatura Spa at Relais Sant’Uffizio covers 500 square metres and includes a pool with hydromassage, sauna, Turkish bath and beauty treatments; access requires booking in advance and is not permitted for children under 12.
Relais Sant’Uffizio is about 20 km from Asti railway station.
Yes, Relais Sant’Uffizio has a restaurant offering regional Piedmontese specialities in a hall decorated with original frescoes, as well as light dishes served at lunchtime.
Yes, Relais Sant’Uffizio includes breakfast, served American buffet-style on the terrace with a view of the garden.
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