From 16 July 2026, a new boutique hotel in a small village in the Piedmontese Langhe has been welcoming its first guests. Borgo Monchiero is the name of the property, which has been created from an 18th-century former monastery restored over several years under the direction of Italian architect Stefano Tardito. It is operated by Atmosphere Core, a hospitality group founded in the Maldives, for which the estate marks its first European location. The Heritage by Atmosphere brand thus adds a second address worldwide, following its debut in India.
From Monastery to Historic Residence
The property is situated in Borgo Monchiero, a small village in the Province of Cuneo, in the heart of the wine-growing landscape of the Langhe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. The core of the building is the former monastery, constructed in the 18th century and used over the centuries as a private residence, retreat and cultural centre. For its conversion into a hotel residence, the historic fabric has been preserved; the monks' cells have been transformed into rooms with modern amenities, while retaining the original materials.
Responsible for the restoration is Italian architect Stefano Tardito, whose work on Borgo Monchiero was recognised in 2025 with the Rēgula Award, a prize for heritage conservation in the context of contemporary use. Oversight was provided by the Italian authority for archaeology, art and landscape, which set the framework for the combination of preservation and reinterpretation. The result is a property that keeps the monastic structure visible whilst opening it up for use as a hotel.
25 Rooms Between Monastery and Villa
A total of 25 rooms and suites are distributed between the former monastery and an adjoining villa. In the monastery building , the former monks' cells have been transformed into intimate retreats, retaining original details such as exposed stone walls and traditional flooring. The villa strikes a different note, more aristocratic than monastic, with views over the surrounding hills. The largest offering is the Prior's Room, a multi-room apartment suited to families or smaller travelling groups.
The room offering is complemented by a wellness area featuring a panoramic pool, a heated pool, sauna and experience shower, each with views over the surrounding vineyards and hills. The landscape that forms this backdrop belongs to one of the regions experiencing particularly strong growth in Italian summer tourism in 2026 : Piedmont recorded a rise of 9.22 per cent in arrivals during the first half of 2026, placing it among the country's three fastest-growing regions.
Regional Cuisine Under Executive Chef Servetto
The gastronomic concept is overseen by Executive Chef Giorgio Servetto, who previously cooked at Ristorante Nove (Michelin star 2021 and 2022) and at Vignamare, where he received a Green Michelin Star in 2023 and the Michelin Star in 2024 and 2025. Working alongside him is Head Chef Alessandro Di Giacomo, a long-standing collaborator. The kitchen combines Piedmontese tradition with a distinctive signature style, centred on seasonal produce and the classic ingredients of the region, from truffles to white beans from the Cuneo area.
Meals are served in the former monastery, complemented by private dining experiences and tastings at other locations within the village. The offering also includes a wine listthat takes the local neighbourhood seriously: Barolo and Barbaresco are at home in the Langhe and provide the foundation, supplemented by the full breadth of the Piedmont wine region with Barbera, Dolcetto and Cortese. The proximity to the growing areas makes the property an ideal base for wine travellers as well.
Art and Cultural Heritage
The village of Borgo Monchiero has been visited and inhabited by artists throughout the 20th century. Among the names associated with the location are Eso Peluzzi and Claudio Bonichi, as well as several key figures of Piedmontese art, including Piero Simondo, Gigi Chessa, Giulio Da Milano, Pietro Morando, Nino Aimone, Giovanni Bracco and Piero Solavaggione. Their works are now integrated into the hotel's spaces, adding an art-historical dimension to the architectural restoration.
At the heart of the cultural offering are the former private chapel, now used as a museum, and the former home and studio of Eso Peluzzi. Both spaces are accessible to visitors by arrangement, connecting the history of the place with an active commitment to its memory. The ensemble is further complemented by the Santuario della Madonna del Rosario of 1752, which is available for civil and religious ceremonies and positions Borgo Monchiero as a wedding destination as well.
In the Langhe: What the Region Has to Offer
The Langhe in southern Piedmont is one of Italy's best-known wine regions and at the same time a gastronomic landscape with its own rhythm. Classic activities for guests include vineyard tours, guided tastings, truffle hunts with local trifolau and their dogs, and art tours through the surrounding villages. Vintage car and Vespa excursions can also be booked from the hotel, as can trips into the Piedmontese mountains or to the Ligurian coast, which is reachable from the Langhe in just over an hour.
For arriving guests, the property offers a Heritage Host who collects guests directly from the airport. The nearest arrival points are Turin-Caselle Airport (approximately 90 minutes by car) or Genoa-Cristoforo Colombo Airport (approximately 100 minutes). For those travelling from Germany, the drive is also a practical option, via Switzerland and the Simplon Pass or the Gotthard route through to Alba and on into the Langhe. Those wishing to make the most of their stay can add the so-called Heritage Experience Plan, a package comprising breakfast, dinner, wine tours and tastings.
