Dimora I Manichei - Monforte d'Alba, Province of Cuneo

David B.

If you’re looking for peace of mind and to be looked after in a beautiful location, this is your best choice.

Before our arrival, we experienced an issue with the booking system. In the past at other hotels, this has been a nightmare—lots of blame-shifting between booking systems and third parties. But not here. Everything was handled brilliantly and with care.

A big thank you to Marco for your assistance. We will definitely be back.

766shereel

What a find!!!! We had no reservations in Monforte Di Alba and stumbled upon this historical gem!!!! A beautiful petite 12th century villa carved into the mountain hillside. We had a single room which was enormous, beautifully furnished with antiques and high end linens, robe and toiletries, and it was fully stocked for with snacks, light breakfast and cafe lattes. Thick walls enhanced the beauty, privacy and quiet!!! Our room on the main floor had a door out of the bathroom to the pool! We will enjoy a swim when we return in the summer! Beautiful spiral staircase outside leads to the sun deck and lounge on top floor for awesome panoramic views. Allesandra was our hostess and was adorable and super helpful with information regarding wine tasting and the area. No car parking, but we found a place within walking distance. Just make sure you have rolling suitcases. Area is quite hilly, so bring walking shoes. Allesandra's family winery is a must visit. Her father Silvio is a delightful, knowledgeable, Barolo wine maker and their winery is beautiful. You totally feel like a local staying here! This is a foodie mecca, make sure to make reservations for dinners in advance - restaurants book up quickly and are often sold out. Make sure to spend time in the amphitheater above for great views and people watching.

Antoinehq

Nestled way up in a charming village, off the beaten track, quiet, with gorgeous views of the surrounding vineyards. It seems unreal! The rooms are tastefully decorated, have a very functional modern kitchenette (we took advantage and went shopping in the nearby village and had breakfast on the hotel patio, as the hotel does not offer breakfast). Some rooms are a little dark (ask for rooms upstairs). Last but not least the staff was amazing. Diana was here for us whenever we needed her and went way beyond of what you would expect from a hotel attendant. Charming, welcoming, devoted.

447sherifn

Dimora is the perfect place to stay if you are visiting Monforte. It is located in the Historical part of town and the hotel is absolutely beautiful. We stayed here for 3 night and would return any time. Milly was amazing throughout the entire experience from booking to make our stay comfortable. The rooms are perfect and the views from the Terrace is to die for. The small breakfast basket and Nespresso coffee was a great treat to enjoy on our private Terrace and the main terrace.

W6873MSjanetp

Although they present themselves as a “hotel”, the dimora offers NO services - no maid service, no breakfast (other than a basket of crackers and a kettle), no reception, no soap or clean towels after the first day. We had very delayed help with bags and check in. Because this is a historic district there is no parking. We had to wait a couple of hours before anyone responded on What’s App to tell us whereto park. Although the website offered “breakfast “ the gentleman who finally checked us in pointed to a basket of crackers and a kettle for “breakfast”. You can also get breakfast at a nearby hotel for 20e/person (although the website promised breakfast with the stay). Finally when we were ready to check out, we sent a what’s app message asking for help with our bags and didn’t get a response for 5 or 6 hours. When the response finally came, he said (begrudgingly) well I can help you but you are interrupting my harvest! ||Their rates are comparable to a hotel, but place is really an Airbnb minus the kitchen, the service and most basic amenities. Enjoy this beautiful village, but book somewhere else!

JimB3411

This was our third time staying at Dimora I Manichei. The location is great and they have a "suite" that is very small and rustic but pretty good compared to other alternatives in the area. The accommodations are rather spartan.||||Unfortunately, a Norwegian group bought the property and changed management. It is no longer affiliated with the Becaris Hotel, and the changeover was not positive. "Clean" should not be a room amenity. And friendly, helpful service should be available with a smile.||||Our stone floor in half the suite (kitchen breakfast nook and rest area) was very sticky. They made the bed daily, but never emptied the trash! It was a major battle to get a couple extra towels and an unpleasant discussion to get a fan (they only have a 2 pipe system so there was no cooling on the rather hot days we were there.||||We will look for other accomodations on our next trip to the area.

Missjetlagged

We were there for our honeymoon and Yes-it is superromantic! But it is not so Romantic being told you have to be out of the room before 10- If not They won’t make up the bed or give you new towels. After weeks of stress, it would have been good to sleep in. And there is no Breakfast. Just some crackers. So on a honeymoon comfort is essential, not only the room itself. |Dirty pool, small bathroom, the rest was Very charming. Not sure If we’d reccomrmd this place.

MortenA329

We had a great time at this hotel in the lovely town of Monforte. Spacious rooms, a small swimming pool to chill in, and a great terrasse to watch the setting sun over the hills of Alba. Highly recommended. Milly is a wonderful and charming host.