The owner Franco could not have been more friendly and accomodating. His stories about the family and their long association with the hotel were fascinating. The room and bathroom were clean, with a wonderful view over the wooded hillside and plains below, and the supper delicious and excellent value. We were able to take full advantage of the recent arrival... more

Located about 8/9 kilometres from the Etruscan town on Cortona this family run hotel/restaurant/shop is an excellent find. Run by Franco and his family for many years - Nonna runs the shop and serves panini's to passing motorists and lots of cyclists who must need refreshment after climbing those hills! Serves good genuine authentic Tuscan cuisine and Franco has a... more

The Albergo Portole is a great find. It is situated in a rural position near the summit of the Apennines. It has been in the Lunghi family for two generations and has a reputation for hospitality and excellent Tuscan home cooking. The welcome you will receive from Franco and Mirella is second to none. The rooms are comfortable and the... more

We booked last minute and arrived the day after. We weren't disappointed. The drive up along the winding mountain roads had us humming songs from The Italian Job (especially This is the Self-Preservation Society - you had to be there!!!) Franco and his staff made us really welcome and the view from our room was stunning. We spent the next... more

1) Room too cold (12/14 degree Celsius). 2) Spiders in the room. 3) The price of full board does not include water, wine, dessert, coffee. more

Franco was an extremely generous host. He personally drove us into Cortona for sightseeing, and on our last day his daughter personally drove us to the train station in Carmucia. The room was spacious and clean. The views were magnificent. The dinner at the Portole restaurant was one of the best we had in Italy! The hotel is a bit... more

The good: gorgeous mountain setting; accomodating and friendly owner; better than average food in dining room; really cute "neighborhood" dog who likes to play fetch with the guests. The bad: it's more than a few minutes drive from Cortona, and the nature of the drive is one which pretty much limits you to dining at Portole while you're staying here;... more

Excellent accueil. Hôtel très agréablement situé en pleine nature, dans un environnement de collines et de forêts. Chambres propres et... more