When we arrived we were asked if we wanted a view of the countryside or the garden. We said the countryside but were disappointed with the room's view, so they moved us to a garden view room. The view was of the garden and in the distance the Tuscan hills and a lake. We knew at that point why we had come to Tuscany. BEAUTIFUL! In unison we said "Aaaaahhhhh! There is nothing like opening the window and the shutters to such magnificence. It was a very peaceful stay. This is probably not the hotel for you if you are looking for excitement. The room was very simple but with an Italian flair. There were wonderfully extra heavy blankets for cold nights. There were very few people when we were there and the breakfast was simple but sufficient. We walked the 15 minutes up the hill to Cortona several times and it was quite a walk uphill when you are out of shape, but well worth taking in the wildflowers, Wisteria covered arbors (we were there mid April), and the patchwork countryside. The staff was very professional, friendly, and helpful. We loved our stay and would most definitely return. Be sure to read the history of the hotel before you go and it will enhance your appreciation of where you are. The only slight negative was that the shower was very small but we found this to be true throughout Italy.

Had one night here as the first night of an 8 day cycling holiday from Tuscany into Umbria. Arrived by train from Rome. Stunning location and views (especially from bedroom window) but felt very austere like walking through a hospital. Stop was dinner, bed and breakfast and I can see why dinner was thrown in as it was very basic and you would not eat there by choice. Walked into town after early dinner (15 minutes uphill along road) and it was buzzing and we wished we had arranged to stay in the town.

The Oasi was an excellent value. The rooms were simple, clean, staff very friendly, and the food was quite good with a self serve buffet breakfast. No lunch and dinner reservations must be requested at the front desk during the morning hours. Two minor drawbacks...the parking is limited if the hotel is full, and it's an uphill 15 minute walk to Cortona if you don't have a vehicle. Taxi rides are available if you contact the front desk staff. I was there with an art workshop group. It was perfect for our needs. The valley view from the hotel garden was panoramic.
I would definitely stay there again.

I was at the Oasi Neumann for a week and a half for a music festival, so I got to know the surrounding area fairly well.

The hotel does in fact boast a spectacular view. Whether day or night, it's nothing short of inspiring.

That said, a very similar view can be had from the town of Cortona, a 10-15 minute walk up the hill. In my opinion, the town of Cortona is not so bustling and busy that it would detract from the 'getting away' feeling, whereas the uphill climb every time you want to go into town can get old rather quickly.

The accomodations are nice (room sizes vary widely) and the food was for the most part good. It's probably worth going into town for most of the food, though, as there are some terrific restaurants.