Guest User
August 16, 2023
4 days are not enough to enjoy all the benefits of the Relais San Maurizio, an old monastery (1619) now transformed into an elegant, peaceful and comfortable paradise in Santo Stefano Belbo, Italy. We loved the awesome park with very old trees, an organic vegetable garden and even an inspiring yoga spot, the relais invites you to slow down and enjoy your stay to the fullest. After a welcome drink Mr Federico accompanied us to our spacious and luxurious room. Through the open doors of a romantic Romeo-and-Julietta-like terrace we breathlessly admired the peaceful Alta Langhe vineyards of the relais. Mrs Monica of Front Office invited us to go and experience the Wellness area with a Salt Cave. What an mazing experience. If Relais San Maurizio is like Paradise, their spa is heaven on earth. Come and see for yourself. Also the outdoor pool area is very inviting for a lazy afternoon in the sun or to relax and refresh after a trip in the environment. Food is hors de categorie in the Relais. A delicious breakfast is served on the terrace of the Origini Bistrot, with a rich buffet in La Capella (decorated by David Tremlett -who also decorated the beautiful Capella del Barolo in La Morra-) and an à la carte menu. Fabio, Katharina, Alberto and everybody else was very professional yet warm and concerned. We were charmed by the morning newsletter on the table that revealed some of the secrets of the hotel or the staff, or gave you a recipe of a signature dish you could order for dinner. Dining at the terrace of Guido’s (da Costigliole) is a real privilege. Monica and Andrea, Walter, Camilla, and all others welcomed us very warmly. As aperitif a Gin Tonic ( with OM Yogin produced by Monica M.herself), then a delicious “Aqua dolce salata” menu, tasty wines, the beautiful skies when the sun is setting behind the hills, this was a perfect match. As a final desert Walter showed us he vaults of the monastery: the wine cellars with over 25000 bottles, of exceptional quality we felt and saw Andrea’s passion in the collection, in the dust on every bottle that was there. Thanks to everybody, you all went the extra mile to show us and all the other guests the true spirit of hospitality. Arrivederci!