Nestled in the Rubicon Valley, between Cesena and the Republic of San Marino, amidst vineyards , orchards and olive groves lies the historic town of Longiano dominated by an imposing castle. The castle was one of the residences of the Malatesta family, once one of Italy's most important and influential noble families. This is one of those places where you can see Emilia Romagna from its most authentic side. In this setting lies the small-scale Relais Villa Margherita with its 2* Michelin top restaurant.
Caractère clients receive a bottle of wine in the room upon arrival. Newlyweds receive a bottle of sparkling wine.
The hotel is open from the end of March to the end of December with the exception of two weeks in November.
6 rooms.
You can check in from 2pm. Check-out is until 12 noon.
From 240 euros.
Running under the historic centre of Longiano is the Rifugio Bellico, a tunnel dug at the end of World War II as a shelter from bombings. You can now walk freely in it.
The rooms are stylishly decorated and vary in size. They have air conditioning, parquet floors and modern furniture. The bathrooms have showers.
Our favourites are the rooms Timo and Malvia or the suite Aneto, which has a hydromassage bath. These rooms have a terrace with beautiful views.
Enjoy on one of the loungers at the panoramic outdoor pool. Be sure to plan a beach day to Cesenatico.
It is possible to rent bicycles through the hotel. An 18-hole golf course is 16 km away and there are several tennis clubs within a 10-km radius. Be sure to visit Cento, also called 'little Bologna', with its small but charming historic centre that is beautifully preserved. A special excursion is the small town of Saludecio, with its 'murales', murals, telling of important events and inventions of the 19th century. Santarcangelo, 11 km away, is one of the most beautiful villages in the region. Through narrow streets and ancient squares, you can walk straight into the Middle Ages. You can also visit several wineries in the region with tasting.
Children are welcome, but there are no special facilities.
All dishes are delicious and extremely sophisticated, but be sure to try the speciality 'calamari alla carbonara' and the 'risotto riviera adriatica'.
Casual chic.
In the morning, you slide into the table and breakfast is served fresh in front of you. In the afternoon, a light lunch is available with a choice of pastas, burgers and salads. In the evening, at Ristorante Magnolia, with two Michelin stars, chef Alberto Faccani serves highly refined dishes with contrasting textures, surprising flavours and based on top-quality fresh ingredients. The excellent cuisine is characterised by a mix of innovation and tradition. Degustation menus from ± 100€ per person. The restaurant is closed on Mondays.
Relais Villa Margherita is set in a beautiful and well-kept garden with lovely views of the sea, the hills and the Republic of San Marino at 30 km. The sea is 18 km away, the seaside town of Rimini 30 km. Cesena, with its 14th-century castle and centuries-old library of Renaissance books, is 16 km away. Ravenna, known for its Byzantine mosaics, is 49 km away.
Bologna airport are 109 km away and Ancona 113 km.
A transfer to or from Bologna airport is possible on request for around 200 euros per leg. For a transfer to or from Ancona airport, you will pay 180 euros per leg on the spot.
Free private parking is available with a charging point for electric cars.
Extremely small-scale relay, set in a beautiful garden, with beautifully appointed rooms, a top-notch restaurant and a panoramic outdoor pool overlooking San Marino.
