La Locanda del Borgo

Rather than staying in Parma city, this little place on top of Torrechiara just next to the 15th century castle is a great alternative. The rooms have obviously been recently renovated, with a good bed and a hot, powerful shower. Our double room was a little small but adequate. Breakfast was the usual Italian style continental one with cold cuts, cheese, breads and fruit. The owner does not speak much English and we don’t speak Italian but there was no problems knowing what to do. He owns a little shop across the street that sells salamis and cheese so very handy for snacks. There is a great taverna just next door so dinner is also not an issue ( see my other post). Langhirano is the town when there is the largest concentration of Parma ham factories and is just a 10 minute drive away. Beautiful countryside all around too.

Our group of 10 friends had a delightful experience here. In the shadows of Torrechiara castle, you won't find a more impressive setting. The rooms comfortable with great a/c and wi-fi, breakfast was very good, and the staff friendly and helpful (thank you Anna, Laura and Walter). We really enjoyed the restaurant next door ( La Taverna di Castello) and the enoteca (Borgo) right out the front door!

what a charming small "Inn" in a beautiful landscape, beside the castle Torrechiara! The superior room was very well equipped, the breakfast was good, including Parma ham and cheese, and it is a wonderful area to spend 1 - 3 nights.

My husband and I recently spent three nights at La Locanda Del Borgo. I was sold on this property because of the dramatic photos of the castle, the restaurant next door, the bottle shop across the way, and the prospect of free parking. Overall, this lodging delivered on its promises, although parking was initially challenging. We arrived on a Sunday, and there were a lot of day trippers there. The room we rented was very small, but it was very clean and had most everything we needed. The only thing I didn't like was that the shutters to the window were closed and couldn't be opened. Breakfast was simple, but adequate, with delicious filled cornettos. I didn't need to be eating those, but it sure was a pleasure! We loved the wines offered at the wine and cheese shop, which appeared to be connected to the B&B. We ate there two of the three nights we stayed at the B&B, then had a fantastic pizza from the pizzeria at the little plaza near the hill to the castle. All in all, it was a unique place to stay with a friendly staff. I'm glad I booked it, if only because of the incredibly beautiful countryside nearby. You will need a car, though, and be prepared to deal with parking issues.

This was our best stay the whole trip in Italy. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast was amazing. My husband loves the movie Lady Hawk and was very happy to spend the night at the castle where the movie was made.

Non ho soggiornato in questa struttura, ma ho avuto il piacere di essere cliente per un brunch che è stato fantastico. Ho ancora in bocca il sapore degli affettati, tutti assolutamente della zona, assaporati insieme a due calici di malvasia che era un nettare! Grazie della splendida esperienza!

Soggiorno fantastico. Ho pernottato qui per una notte per festeggiare il mio compleanno con le amiche. È stato stupendo. Il sig. Walter è un ottimo padrone di casa, davvero disponibile e premuroso. Tutto è curato nei dettagli: dal profumatore per ambienti su ogni piano al bollitore in camera (quest’ultima nuova e pulita). Colazione di qualità con prodotti del territorio. Esperienza indimenticabile che consiglio a tutti, sia chi non conosce la zona e vuole vedere una chicca, sia per chi la conosce e vuole passare una serata diversa dal solito. Torneremo sicuramente, grazie!

Personale molto gentile e disponibile. Location situata in un borgo medievale meraviglioso, ideale per passare un paio di giorni tranquilli. Stanze pulitissime. Colazione semplice ma molto buona. Bottega con assaggi dei loro prodotti tipici situata di fronte sempre della stessa gestione. Ci torneremo sicuramente.

Delusione totale: location suggestiva, personale gentilisso e cordiale i " i due fratelli titolari" antipasto con salume non all'altezza della zona, torta fritta mediocre, primi insignificanti, secondi Rosa del castello che doveva essere un copia della rosa di Parma ma nemmeno una bruttacopia era, prezzo non congruo, affettato per due con torta fritta, due primi due secondi, due dolci, una bottiglia di lambrusco locale 240 euro cosa ne pensate.