Our host, David, provided the most sincere and gracious welcome to Tuscany and to his family-owned and operated hotel. The three nights that my wife and I spent at La Corte dei Papi to begin a 9-day vacation in Italy, could not have been better. The property was located conveniently for all of our Tuscany excursions including Cortona, Montepulciano, Siena,... More

Traveling through Italy, Cortona was our second stop. We were meeting friends here and seven months earlier, with the help of Trip Advisor, we had chosen Relais La Corte dei Papi as our villa. Upon arrival, we were eloquently greeted by David Papi, the charming owner of the hotel, who made us feel right at home. Our room turned out... More

My wife, mother in law and I stayed at David's hotel for 3 days this year. We stayed upstairs in a great room, which was absolutely spotless. My mother in law stayed in the little garden cottage, also very nice. It was by far and away the best place we visited in Italy for 3 reasons: 1) The hotel is... More

We only stayed here for one night in late September but wished we had longer ! The hotel is a converted Tuscan farmhouse set in very attractive grounds in a village outside Cortona. Our room was spacious and comfortable (although the decor was a bit chintzy for our taste and we could have done with an information pack). There is... More

When I think of Italy, I think of warmth, hospitality, charm, Family, celebration, beauty, romance, artistry, magic, history and splendor. Within one minute of my arrival with friends, to this authentic Italian Villa,on the most exquisite garden grounds, I felt all that and much, much more.Greeted by the very elegant, endearing and charming, owner David, and his darling Italian Mama,... More

From the moment we got to the Relais La Corte dei Papi Hotel, David & his staff made us feel at home. We just got back from our trip to Italy where we stayed at this hotel for 7 days. David & his entire staff are outstanding!! We were a group of friends traveling together celebrating some milestone birthdays. I... More

My wife and I spent 5 nights in this wonderful family run hotel in mid-September. It is a great place to relax and towns such as Cortona, Siena, Arezzo, Montepulciano and Trasimeno Lake are easy to reach by car. Unique accommodation, very clean and every detail is taken care of. We felt at home. Davide (the owner) was always helpful... More

You would not even see the charming hotel, La Corte Dei Papi, if you did not know it was tucked away on a picturesque Tuscan road set back from the street. This beautiful family villa, replete with stone walls and beautiful rose gardens enchants you from the moment you arrive. The minute you step into La Corte dei Papi, you... More

From the very second that we arrived at this little paradise (Sept. 16 - 18, 2012), we knew that we would love being here. We were a group of 8 friends touring Tuscany and celebrating a special birthday for one of the true gems of our group. We were instantly greeted by the warm and open arms of the vivacious... More