Atmosphere Core Expands to Europe with Borgo Monchiero Heritage in Italy

A Historic First: Atmosphere Core Introduces Its Heritage Collection to Europe

India, 4th March 2025 – In a landmark move, Atmosphere Core, a leading hospitality brand in South Asia, makes its European debut with the launch of Borgo Monchiero Heritage by Atmosphere in Piedmont, Italy. This meticulously restored 18th-century monastery, originally built in 1773, is the second historic property under the Heritage by Atmosphere portfolio. Set amidst the rolling vineyards of a UNESCO World Heritage site, the retreat captures the essence of Italian art, culture, and cuisine, featuring preserved frescoes and Romanesque architecture.

Strategic Expansion & Italian Partnerships

Commenting on Atmosphere Core’s international expansion, Group Managing Director, shared:

A Timeless Retreat in the Heart of Wine Country

Nestled in Piedmont’s world-renowned wine region, home to Barolo and Barbera wines, Borgo Monchiero is a three-storey hillside sanctuary, offering:

• 19 elegantly restored suites and rooms preserving the monastery’s heritage.
• An on-site chapel, perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies.
• A signature fine dining restaurant, celebrating the finest regional Italian cuisine.
• An exclusive chapter hall and lounge bar, ideal for private gatherings.
• Panoramic vineyard views from the tranquil garden terrace.
• A luxury wellness enclave, featuring a sauna, infrared therapy, and a restored stone reservoir-turned-private jacuzzi.
• An outdoor swimming pool and garden, offering the perfect setting for alfresco celebrations.

Borgo Monchiero’s Vision: Preserving Heritage, Creating Luxury

Owners Franco Giampetruzzi and Gian Maria Debenedetti shared their vision for the project, with stating:

Redefining Luxury Hospitality in Europe

With nine island resorts in the Maldives and an expanding portfolio across Sri Lanka and India, Atmosphere Core is synonymous with exemplary service, immersive culinary experiences, and bespoke luxury. Now, with Borgo Monchiero, the brand brings its hallmark hospitality to Europe’s most enchanting regions, offering global travelers, wine connoisseurs, and heritage enthusiasts an unforgettable retreat.

About Atmosphere Core Atmosphere Core is a dynamic hospitality company with three distinctive brands:

THE OZEN COLLECTION COLOURS OF OBLU Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts

The brand operates nine luxury resorts in the Maldives, with a robust pipeline of one additional resort in the Maldives, one in Sri Lanka, and 17 hotels and resorts across India, all set to open in the next three years. Every Atmosphere Core property is defined by unique design, cultural authenticity, and world-class service.

Upcoming Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts Properties in India:

Sadar Manzil Heritage by Atmosphere, Bhopal XX Stillwood Retreat, A Signature Atmosphere, Coorg

• Allita, An Atmosphere Experience, Kurseong, Darjeeling Hills
• Atmosphere Lakeview, Kolkata
• Atmosphere Bhubaneswar
• VARSA Elements of Nature by Atmosphere, Kannur
• Avongrove Tea Gardens by Atmosphere, Mirik, Darjeeling
• Atmosphere Gurugram
• For more information, visit Atmosphere Core.