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Fortresses and towers in Umbria

2 fortresses and towers certified updated October 2026 See on the map

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Fortresses and towers for stays in Umbria

Nikis Resort

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Nikis Resort

Historic tower · XII century · Perugia

Set on a natural terrace that dominates the luxuriant valley of Assino between Gubbio and Umbertide. Niki’s Resort is a small village of 1137, consisting of an ancient church, its…Set on a natural terrace that dominates the luxuriant valley of Assino between Gubbio and Umbertide. Niki’s Resort is a small village of 1137, consisting of an ancient church, its stronghold with a tower, and a few buildings. This lovely Resort is surrounded by the magical atmosphere that characterizes those “silent paths” typical of the…

Latest Quality Check: 2 October 2026

Tenuta Di Canonica

Golden Crown

Tenuta Di Canonica

Historic tower · X century · Perugia

Near Todi, in the heart of the Umbrian countryside, there is a magical place where you can spend dream-like holidays. It is Tenuta di Canonica, where you can recover yourself from the…Near Todi, in the heart of the Umbrian countryside, there is a magical place where you can spend dream-like holidays. It is Tenuta di Canonica, where you can recover yourself from the stressful and trying rhythms of everyday life. This old medieval sighting tower, situated on a hill dominating a spectacular landscape, represents the…

Latest Quality Check: 15 October 2026

Fortresses and towers for weddings in Umbria

Nikis Resort

Golden Crown

Nikis Resort

Historic tower · XII century · Perugia

An ancient hamlet of 1137 situated on a natural terrace overlooking the valley dell’Assino. Nikis Resort stands on the hills south-west of Gubbio. The Resort consists of an old church, with…An ancient hamlet of 1137 situated on a natural terrace overlooking the valley dell’Assino. Nikis Resort stands on the hills south-west of Gubbio. The Resort consists of an old church, with its fortress tower over other buildings. The Resort offers on-site catering service for lunch and dinner, a swimming pool, golf putting green…

Latest Quality Check: 2 October 2026

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Where they are

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Historic hotels in Umbria

  • Villa Valentini BonaparteLuxury villa · XIX century · Perugia Double Golden Crown Latest Quality Check: 2 October 2026
  • Le Silve di ArmenzanoLuxury resort · XIII century · Perugia Golden Crown Latest Quality Check: 2 October 2026
  • Palazzo LetiAncient palace · XV century · Perugia Golden Crown Latest Quality Check: 2 October 2026
  • Borgo di Bastia CretiHistoric hotel · XV century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Castello di BelforteCastle · XV century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Castello di MontignanoCastle · X century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Castello di PetrataCastle · XIV century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Castello di PostignanoRelais and historical residence · XIII century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • EremitoHistoric hotel · XVIII century · Terni Silver Crown under assessment
  • Hotel Porta del TempoAncient palace · XVI century · Terni Silver Crown under assessment
  • Il Castello ValenzinoCastle · XII century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • La dimora dell'artistaHistoric hotel · XIV century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Locanda PalazzoneCountryside residence · XIII century · Terni Silver Crown under assessment
  • Nun Assisi Relais & Spa MuseumAbbey and monastery · XIII century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Palazzo GrandeAncient palace · XVI century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Palazzo SenecaAncient palace · XVII century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Palazzo VenturelliAncient palace · XVI century · Terni Silver Crown under assessment
  • Posta DoniniHistoric hotel · XVII century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Relais Il CanalicchioRelais and historical residence · XI century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Torre AlmonteHistoric house · XII century · Perugia Silver Crown under assessment
  • Torre PalombaraLuxury villa · XV century · Terni Silver Crown under assessment

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Frequently asked questions

How many certified fortresses and towers are there in Umbria?

In Umbria there are two certified fortresses and towers. They are in Gubbio (Nikis Resort) and in Perugia (Tenuta Di Canonica).

Where can you stay in a fortress in Umbria?

Guests can stay overnight at Nikis Resort in Gubbio and Tenuta Di Canonica in Perugia.

Which fortresses and towers in Umbria host weddings?

Weddings are hosted at Nikis Resort, in Gubbio.

What does the Golden Crown mean?

It is the classification of Residenze d'Epoca. The Golden Crown comes after 50 monthly Quality Checks, the Double after 100 and the Triple after 150, and about one historic house in a hundred obtains it. The Silver Crown requires 20 Quality Checks a year.

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Only 1 in 100 obtain the Golden Crown

The Residenze d'Epoca Certification Protocol provides for up to 150 Quality Controls, 10 verification phases and 3 months of evaluation. As a result of this strictness, so far only about 1% of the historical residences have been awarded the Golden Crown of Residenze d'Epoca, thus becoming part of the collection of the best historic houses in Italy.

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