Arborina Relais
Independent

Arborina Relais

luxury4.9Boutique Relais / Boutique Hotel
Price Tier
Luxury
Property Type
Boutique Relais / Boutique Hotel
Insider Tip
1/6

Book your spa slot at the same time you book the room — it fills up quickly, especially on busy weekends

Why It Matters

Named after the Arborina Barolo cru. Osteria Arborina holds a Michelin selection (2026) under chef Fernando Tommaso Forino's zero-waste 'No Rules' tasting concept. The spa uses LeLang cosmetics made from local hazelnut, grape seeds, and vine botanicals. The property opened after UNESCO listed the Langhe wine landscape and directly overlooks the world-famous Barolo production zone.

Arborina Relais sits right in the middle of the Barolo crus — not near them, but actually named after one. The Arborina cru itself wraps around this 10-room relais in the Annunziata hamlet of La Morra, and every room faces the valley with full-height windows. Opened in 2015, the year after the Langhe wine landscape earned UNESCO World Heritage status, it's deliberately intimate: contemporary interiors in pale neutrals and warm wood, Simmons beds in all room categories, and a serious commitment to both food and wellness. Outside, modern brick and corten steel; inside, sober grays and the kind of quiet that only comes from being surrounded by vines.

BrandIndependent
TypeBoutique Relais / Boutique Hotel
Price Tierluxury
LocationLa Morra, Italy

Where You'll Stay

4 room types available

Garden Suite
Suite

Garden Suite

From EUR410 / night

Ground-floor suite with its own private garden — the one to book if you want to step straight out into the vines. At 43 sqm inside plus a 21 sqm patio and a private garden of 110 or 44 sqm (depending on unit), it's the most spacious outdoor setup in the property. Separate living room with extra sofa bed, king Simmons mattress in the bedroom, Smart TV, minibar, Illy coffee maker, A/C. Only room category that allows pets (+€30/night). Baby cots available. Contemporary and elegant design.

King · 43 sqm
Private garden (up to 110 sqm) opening onto vineyardsPrivate patio (21 sqm)Ground floor with direct garden accessSeparate living room with sofa bed
Junior Suite
Suite

Junior Suite

From EUR320 / night

A step up in space with a panoramic balcony overlooking the Barolo hills. Located on the second floor, the Junior Suite is a single bedroom layout with a king-size Simmons mattress, walk-in rainhead shower, Smart TV, minibar with local wines and snacks, Illy coffee maker, A/C, safe, bathrobes and flip-flops. At 28 sqm inside with a 7 sqm terrace, it's the right choice if you want to be up high with the view and don't need a separate living room.

King · 28 sqm
Panoramic balcony (7 sqm) with Barolo hills viewSecond floor positionShared common garden (76 sqm) overlooking vineyardsKing Simmons mattress (180×200 cm)
Romantic Suite
Suite

Romantic Suite

From EUR470 / night

The top category and the one everyone wants. A four-poster canopy bed under wooden beams with exposed rafters, a private panoramic terrace overlooking the Barolo hills, and a separate living room with a sofa bed for two. 43 sqm inside plus a 15 sqm terrace, with garden views of the vineyard all around. The walk-in rainhead shower, king Simmons mattress (180×200 cm), minibar, Illy coffee maker and full spa kit complete the picture. If you're celebrating something, this is the room.

King (four-poster canopy bed) · 43 sqm
Four-poster canopy bedExposed wooden beam ceilingPrivate panoramic terrace (15 sqm) overlooking Barolo hillsSeparate living room with sofa bed for two
Superior Room
Standard Room

Superior Room

From EUR290 / night

The entry category at Arborina and still very much a proper room. Located on the second floor with big windows and a private balcony facing the Barolo hills. King-size Simmons mattress (180×200 cm), walk-in rainhead shower, minibar stocked with local snacks and wines, Illy coffee maker, Smart TV, A/C, safe, bathrobes and flip-flops for the spa. Organic Langa-ingredient bathroom amenities. Compact at 21 sqm but with a 7 sqm terrace and shared garden access.

King · 21 sqm
Full-height window with Barolo valley viewsPrivate balcony (7 sqm)Shared common garden (76 sqm) overlooking vineyardsKing Simmons mattress (180×200 cm)

Eat & Drink

2 venues on property

Spa & Wellness

On Property

How you'll actually spend your days.

Wine & Gastronomy
Art and Wine Tour

Exclusive guided tour of the Langhe with an enogastronomic expert, including local winery visits.

Bar to Bar Wine Class

Three-glass journey from Nebbiolo through Barbaresco to Barolo — a compact introduction to the Langhe's core reds.

Barolo Experience Wine Class

Five-glass progressive tasting covering Nebbiolo, classic Barolo vintage one and vintage two, Barolo Cru 1 and Barolo Cru 2 — led by the hotel sommelier.

Benvenuti in Langa Wine Class

Five-glass introduction to iconic Piedmontese wines: Altalanga, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Barbaresco, and Barolo, led by the hotel sommelier.

Leisure
Driving Vintage – Fiat Classic Car Experience

A day exploring the Langhe aboard a vintage Fiat from the 1970s.

Outdoor
E-Bike Day Rental

Electric bike rental from the property with maps and route suggestions for exploring the Langhe hills and villages. Maps and paths guidance included.

Lifestyle
Personal Shopping at Palazzo Belli, Alba

Exclusive personal shopping experience at Palazzo Belli, a luxury multi-brand boutique in Alba, with private driver and a fashion consultant.

Culinary & Nature
Truffle Hunting Experience

Guided truffle hunt in the Langhe hills, following local traditions with a trained hunter and dog. Seasonal availability; the Langhe is famous for white truffles in autumn.

Wellness
Yoga Restorative Experience

Guided restorative yoga session in the Langhe landscape with a dedicated yoga teacher.

Amenities & Practical Info

The details that matter for planning.

Business
Meeting & Event Facilities

Small meeting room and banquet facilities available. Also positioned for team building events and exclusive-use weddings.

Connectivity
Free Wi-FiComplimentary
Dining
Breakfast IncludedComplimentary

Continental breakfast prepared by the Osteria Arborina kitchen using organic and local Piedmontese products. Served on the panoramic terrace.

Leisure
Panoramic Rooftop TerraceComplimentary

Panoramic terrace used for breakfast, The Lab bistrot service, aperitifs, and events. Open views over the Barolo valley.

LibraryComplimentary
Pool
Heated Outdoor Saltwater PoolComplimentary

Panoramic outdoor pool treated with a salt electrolysis system — gentler on skin and more eco-friendly than chlorine. Heated year-round so usable even in cold months. Available to hotel guests without reservation, 09:00–18:30.

Retail
Wine Shop (Enoteca)

On-site wine shop with over 650 wine labels. Sommelier-led wine classes available to book.

Services
Pet-Friendly Rooms

Pets accepted in Garden Suite only, with an extra fee of €30 per night. Not allowed in the wellness area, pool, or Osteria Arborina.

Concierge ServiceComplimentary

Full concierge included in all rates, available to arrange restaurant reservations, wine tastings, activities, and transfers.

Room Service

Available during limited hours. Breakfast can be served to the suite at no extra charge; The Lab bistrot dishes can be ordered to the room with a service supplement.

Transport
EV Charging StationComplimentary

Electric vehicle charging available in the private parking area.

Airport Transfer Service

On-request dedicated driver transfer from major airports and cities.

Free Private ParkingComplimentary

Internal parking space provided to all hotel guests at no charge.

Wellness
Steam BathComplimentary

Steam room within Spa Arborina, accessible by advance reservation. Included in all room rates.

SaunaComplimentary

Part of the Spa Arborina wellness area, accessible by advance reservation (09:00–20:00). Included in all room rates.

Emotional ShowerComplimentary

Sensory shower experience within Spa Arborina, available by reservation.

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