Arborina Relais
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Arborina Relais · La Morra, Italy
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Expert Review: Arborina Relais
Arborina Relais in La Morra, a Michelin Key Selected property, consistently garners exceptional guest reviews for its luxurious ambiance, breathtaking location, and impeccable service. It stands out as a "little gem" offering an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Barolo wine region.
Overall Rating & Sentiment
Arborina Relais receives an overwhelmingly positive sentiment from guests, with an impressive "Wonderful" rating of 9.1 based on 230 reviews and a "Guest Best" score of 19.7 out of 20 from verified stays. Guests frequently express their love for "everything about this hotel" and many "definitely plan to go back." The general consensus highlights a relaxing, luxurious, and highly satisfying stay.
Key Highlights
Guests consistently praise the hotel's stunning modern design and the meticulous attention to detail throughout the property. Its prime location amidst the rolling Barolo vineyards offers spectacular views and a tranquil atmosphere, often described as a "marvellous belvedere." The exceptional, "exemplary" service and the high quality of the dining experiences are also major highlights. Amenities such as the outdoor swimming pool, spa, and the opportunity for wine tastings further enhance the guest experience.
Room Quality
The rooms at Arborina Relais are described as spacious, comfortable, and inviting. They feature a sleek black-and-grey color palette, double beds with Simmons mattresses, and well-equipped bathrooms with rain showers. Each of the dozen rooms, located on two levels, boasts a patio or balcony offering "spectacular views over the rolling hills and vineyards." Some suites include private gardens, and the Romantic Suite is noted for its canopy bed and beamed wooden ceiling, perfect for a romantic getaway. In-room amenities typically include a mini-kitchen with a sink, coffee and tea maker, minibar, flat-screen TV, ample closet space, plush robes, and supersoft slippers.
Dining Experience
The hotel's dining options are a significant draw for guests. Osteria Arborina, the on-site fine-dining restaurant, is a highlight, known for its innovative chef, knowledgeable sommelier, and a "no waste" philosophy focusing on authentic local and national flavors through 5 or 8-course tasting menus. There is also a more casual bistro, "In Terrazza." Breakfast, served with lovely vineyard views, is often described as "incredible," offering a fresh selection of fruit and make-to-order dishes. Room service is available for breakfast, aperitifs, and bistro dishes.
Service & Staff
The service and staff at Arborina Relais receive glowing reviews. Guests consistently find the customer service "wonderful," "exemplary," and "unbelievable." The staff are noted for going "above and beyond" to ensure guests feel welcomed and accommodated, assisting with last-minute restaurant and vineyard reservations, and demonstrating remarkable helpfulness. A dedicated concierge service is also available to customize guest experiences.
Location & Accessibility
Arborina Relais is ideally situated on a hillside below the town of La Morra, in the renowned Barolo wine territory of Piedmont. It offers "amazing 360 degrees" views of the surrounding vineyards and hills. While providing a serene retreat, the hotel is conveniently located just a 5-minute drive from La Morra center, where guests can find a small grocery store and additional restaurants. Furthermore, it's a short 5-10 minute drive to several other top restaurants, wineries, and picturesque towns such as Barolo, Barbaresco, and Novello, making it an excellent base for exploring the region. Free private parking and electric vehicle charging are available on-site.
Value & Pricing
As a Michelin Key Selected property offering a luxurious and sophisticated experience, Arborina Relais is considered a worthwhile investment for its style, comfort, and prime location. Room rates start from €290 for a Superior Room, €320 for a Junior Suite, €410 for a Garden Suite, and €470 for a Romantic Suite per night. These prices typically include breakfast and on-site covered parking. While considered a luxury stay, the exceptional quality of service, design, and amenities justifies the cost for most guests.
Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, some minor criticisms have been noted. One recurring issue is the WiFi, with some guests finding it "difficult to connect" or in need of improvement. An isolated incident mentioned a guest's lunch reservation being canceled due to a 15-minute late arrival, as the kitchen closed shortly after. However, such complaints are rare amidst the consistently high praise.
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Recent Guest Reviews
David Chen
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The staff were all extremely nice. Also loved that they had more than just the traditional Italian style breakfast everyday. Don't forget to bring your swim and spa wear because there is an included session everyday! Other thing is, I also recommend a somewhat smaller car for their inside the gate parking. While there are enough spots, the inner ones are a lot e...
Quentin GAUTIER
We had an incredible time at Arborina Relais for our mini moon. We stayed three days in this magic place, with a superb view, staff very nice and always here to help, very tasty breakfast and well located for a trip around the Barolo region. The daily SPA allowance was the cherry on the cake to make the stay perfect ! We highly recommend this place.
Joshua Cohen
A lovely hotel in Barolo. The location is optimal, close to La Morra, Bra, and Alba. The rooms were spacious and modern with great views of the surrounding hills and vineyards. The food on-site was very very good, which makes it very convenient when you don’t want to drive in the evening. But most of all, the staff was exceptional- highly competent and friendly.
Response from the owner
Dear Joshua, thank you very much for this review and for sharing your experience at Arborina relais. The whole team is more than pleased to hear that we satisfied your expectations and needs. We hope ...
Pete
After finding out that their Michelin star restaurant was closed for renovations during our 4 night stay in October, we were a bit disappointed upon arrival. But I have to say- this small, upscale, Boutique hotel did not disappoint on its own merits. The rooms and bedding were top notch, the views (from romantic suite) were heavenly, and the staff was super attentive, and kind. The spa was a class...
Tabeblog
Aside from the 5* customer service and a good breakfast, the relais was underwhelming. 1. We stayed in the Junior garden suite room. It was one of the main reasons for choosing the Relais, and honestly aside from #4 it was quite a disappointment. The terrace that cant really see rolling vineyards, to the right mostly blocked by trees and the breakfast building, and to the left, the neighbors garde...
Response from the owner
Dear Guest,<br>We sincerely thank you for sharing your experience and the positive aspects of our service. We are happy that our attention to our guests and our breakfast service have helped to make y...
ORBIS Production
Arborina Relais offers spacious, beautifully designed rooms. The location was perfect, nestled amidst the picturesque surroundings of the Italian countryside, providing a peaceful and serene ambiance. The breakfast spread was delicious, with a variety of options to suit everyone. Overall, I highly recommend Arborina Relais for anyone seeking a memorable stay with great rooms, impeccable service, a...
Response from the owner
Dear Guest, <br>We thank you very much for your review. <br>We always try to improve ourselves to satisfy the experience of our Guests because for us they are part of our family and reviews like yours...
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