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Palazzo di Varignana: calm and lasting vitality

Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa
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4.8 / 5.0 Exceptional
6 reviews
100% would recommend

Set in expansive gardens in Emilia-Romagna, Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa brings together the charm of the countryside and historic architecture. Led by Dr Anna Maria Acquaviva, its health and wellbeing programmes nurture body, mind and soul. Enjoy a varied choice of spa experiences and cuisine, with the vibrant city of Bologna close by.

Most popular facilities

Pool
Quiet location
Ideal for solo travellers
Ideal for families
Wellness area
In a green setting
Sauna
Wi-Fi
Dogs allowed

Top offers matching your selection

Time to unwind

1 night, Double Room Superior, Breakfast
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Detox mini-retreat

2 nights, Double Room Superior, full board
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In Forma

3 nights, Double Room Superior, full board
from $2,123

Yoga & Mindfulness

3 nights, Double Room Superior, full board
from $2,231

Golden Age

3 nights, Double Room Superior, full board
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Stress Relief

3 nights, Double Room Superior, full board
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Deep Sleep

7 nights, Double Room Superior, full board
from $4,274

La Dolce Vita – Lifestyle Programme

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Weight loss retreat

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from $4,411

Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa in detail

Hotel

Set amid idyllic countryside, Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa is a place where the rural character of the landscape, nature and 18th-century art come together in harmony. This historic palace provides a timeless setting for your stay and turns your holiday into a transformative journey. Discover new ways of living that can help you improve your physical fitness and find greater mental balance. Unwind and recharge, bringing body, mind and soul into harmony. If you’re looking for more than relaxation, nearby Bologna is an ideal destination for cultural experiences and shopping.

Location & Surroundings

Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa is around a 30-minute drive (approximately 23 km) south-east of Bologna, in the picturesque Emilia-Romagna region. Castel San Pietro Terme, the nearest town, is about a 10-minute drive away.

Food & Drink

Palazzo di Varignana has 5 restaurants in total:

  • newly opened Gingko Longevity Restaurant: the longevity menu, created by Dr Annamaria Acquaviva, the resort’s nutritionist and scientific director, centres on food combinations designed to enhance physical and mental performance and promote beauty and wellbeing.
  • panorama pool restaurant Aurevo
  • traditional trattoria Le Marzoline
  • gourmet restaurant Il Grifone
  • the authentic 1921 vintage carriage Treno Reale takes guests on an original culinary journey.

Breakfast is served at the Aurevo Restaurant. For half board or full board, a 3-course menu is also served at Aurevo for lunch and dinner, including 1 glass of wine, water and coffee.

The lounge bar and wine cellar are open all year round. During the summer months, from May to September, the pool bar and Green Bar are also open. Their opening hours follow those of the outdoor area.

Food produced on site, such as wine and oil, and a food shop.

Wellness & Spa

7 outdoor pools, including an infinity pool with fresh- and saltwater swimming areas, micro-massage and a Crystal Pool beneath a glass dome. VARSANA SPA (approx. 2,500 sq m) features a steam bath, indoor pool with water jets and a water cascade, Finnish sauna, bio sauna, jacuzzi, sound bath, ice cascade, Kneipp facility, fitness centre and outdoor wellness trails. Exclusive ARS VIVENDI with hammam and Asian spa, available at an additional charge.

The health retreats offered at the hotel are based on the “Acquaviva Method”, developed by doctor and author Dr Annamaria Acquaviva. This holistic, scientifically grounded method aims not only to enhance wellbeing but also to support long-term health and longevity. In her book “Health Revolution: The Five Pillars of Health”, she explains how healthy habits and lifestyles can help improve physical and mental performance over the long term. The retreats include personalised longevity menus designed to support beauty and wellbeing while laying the foundations for a long, healthy life. Dr Acquaviva is an inspiration, coach, dietitian, nutritionist and pharmacist. She guides participants through a “transformation” to support health, better sleep, harmony, mental energy, weight loss and a more positive self-image.

Asked to explain her method, she says it is not about anything outlandish, but about applying science to the individual. It is a tailored approach for each person, based on the best practices she has developed over the years.

The key to health and longevity is to live according to the following five pillars:

  • personalised nutrition
  • inner balance and harmony
  • physical activity
  • sleep and rest
  • dietary and cosmetic supplementation

The retreats offer more than a short-term break; they also provide long-term support for your health. With tools tailored to your needs, you can take home valuable strategies for a healthier life — supporting lasting wellbeing in everyday life.

Pool area

In summer, guests can enjoy a 1,170 sq m outdoor pool area with 7 open-air pools, including a saltwater pool and a children’s pool. The VARSANA Spa also has an indoor pool.

Leisure

Guided tours of the fascinating parkland (for a fee). Tennis, squash and padel courts, cycling and hiking trails.

Arrival

Additional information

Hotel rooms at a glance

150 elegant rooms and suites, each with a shower/WC, bathrobe, hairdryer, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe and Wi-Fi. Superior and Deluxe rooms (approx. 25–35 m²) have a balcony or terrace and a private garden. Deluxe Prestige and Deluxe Executive rooms (approx. 30 m²), Junior Suites (approx. 35–45 m²) with a separate living/sleeping area, and Executive Suites (approx. 60 m²) are also available. Single rooms are double rooms for single use.

Customer reviews for Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa

6 verified reviews by travellersOnly customers who have travelled with us are allowed to leave a review

4.8 Exceptional  

100% recommend this hotel

4.7
Hotel
4.8
Service
4.0
Treatments
4.3
Food
5.0
Wellness area
6 results
An oasis of luxury, wellbeing and greenery

Jessica D.

September 2025

As a couple | 30–39 | 1–3 days

A fantastic stay, made even more special by all the surprises we received for our anniversary. Thank you!

Everything OK

October 2024

As a couple | 70–79 | 4–8 days

A beautiful week.

Nikolaus W.

June 2022

As a couple | 4–8 days

The Palazzo is a beautiful resort with very friendly staff. It is very well maintained and set in a beautiful location and landscape. There are lots of pools, including several dotted around the grounds, as well as a lovely indoor pool. The rooms are lovely and well equipped. There are two restaurants with a good selection and service, and a great trattoria nearby (Terantica).

Location

Palazzo di Varignana Resort & Spa
Italy, Emilia Romagna, Varignana
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
approx. 36 km / 37 min

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