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Italian Hotels & Guest Houses in Siena, Toscana

Choose from 206 hotels and guest houses in Siena. Shown below a just a selection of the hotels available. To search within an area please use the menu on the right.

Borgo Al Cerro - Loc.Casanova Snc, Casole d'Elsa, Siena, 53031
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Set in the centre of Toscana, Borgo al Cerro offers a peaceful countryside setting, independent apartment accommodation, an outdoor pool and a welcoming atmosphere. Stay in stylishly furnished studio, 2-room or 3-room apartments at Borgo al Cerro. Each apartment offers original rustic decoration such as exposed wood-beamed ceilings and terracotta-tiled floors. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, a private garden or patio, and modern comforts such as satellite TV. Borgo al Cerro offers a relaxing environment. You will find free private parking. A car is an ideal way to explore the nearby surrounding sites. San Gimignano and Siena are within easy reach of Borgo al Cerro. You will be just 3 km by car from Casole D'Elsa, or take the 800-metred pedestrian road which will lead you directly into town. Enjoy discounted rates at the nearby restaurant, just 200 metres away. Go on wine-tasting tours. Friendly hotel staff can arrange tours, cooking courses and transfers for you. Relax on Borgo al Cerro's beautifully kept grounds and gardens. Enjoy panoramic views of the rich countryside. The outdoor pool has hydromassage features and a furnished sun deck. Work out in the fitness room. Choose from a variety of massages. Borgo al Cerro provides a children's playground, high chairs and push chairs. Babysitting service is available on request, at an additional cost.
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Hotel Palazzo dei Priori - Strada di Montalbuccio 31, Siena, Siena, 53100
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This hotel offers rooms designed to allow relaxation and undisturbed business activity, each one with air-conditioning and Wi-Fi connection. The bar, the meeting room, the restaurant with its typical Tuscan cuisine, the garden, the large external car park, the car service to the historical centre, the railway station or the airport, combine to create a warm and hospitable atmosphere, where you can enjoy a comfortable stay.
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Relais Della Rovere - Via Piemonte 10 Loc. La Badia, Colle di Val d'Elsa, Siena, 53034
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Enjoy clean accommodation, friendly and helpful staff, the peaceful location, and affordable rates on this elegant estate restored from an 11th-century abbey and a Renaissance villa outside Colle Val DElsa. Relais Della Rovere is found in the heart of the Chianti wine region and surrounded by rich parkland. Here will find a swimming pool and views of the historic town. Take advantage of Relais Della Roveres large convention centre. Using the great halls of the villa, the Relais is ideal for seminars, meetings, banquets and events. Luxury rooms are located the villa and superior and standard rooms are situated in the 11th-century abbey. Equipped with modern furniture, air conditioning and satellite TV, all rooms are en suite with a hydromassage bath or a shower. Wired internet access is available at an additional cost. The on-site restaurant serves typical Tuscan cooking and fine national wines. During the summer you can dine on the patio and enjoy the romantic, candlelit atmosphere.
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Soggiorno Lo Stellino - Via Fiorentina 95, Siena, Siena, 53100
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This small, charming hotel has 15 recently refurbished rooms available at great-value rates in a convenient location, with good public transport links and easy access to the region's road network. The hotel offers comfortable, clean accommodation; single, double and triple rooms are available. Each well-appointed, air conditioned room is spacious, light and airy. Guests have access to a kitchen/dining room on request and there is an internet access point available at an additional cost. As well as good road access, the hotel also offers free parking. Soggiorno Lo Stellino is just 50 metres from the bus stop and buses run regularly every 20 minutes to the beautiful, historic centre of Siena. The city's railway station is also very close by.
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Hotel Elena - Via Guido Baccelli 194, Chianciano Terme, Siena, 53042
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This modern hotel, located in Chianciano Terme in the centre of Tuscany, is the ideal base for a relaxing break, away from the stresses of city life. Situated in an intimate and tranquil setting just a short way from the natural parks of Fucoli and Acquasanta, Hotel Elena is also perfectly positioned for you to visit the main historical towns of Val d'Orcia and the Valdichiana, as well as the many natural spas around the area. The friendly and professional staff will do their utmost to ensure that you feel at home in the spacious hotel. All of the public areas are very well kept, especially the delightfully peaceful outside terrace furnished with deckchairs. In addition, Hotel Elena offers an ample living room, a bar and a hall equipped with a maxi screen.
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Residence Arianna - Via Tom Benetollo N. 23, Rosia, Siena, 53018
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Recently built, the Residence Arianna is located close to Siena and offers panoramic views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The Residence offers 11 elegantly decorated apartments, equipped with all modern comforts. All apartments have a balcony and are very spacious. Guests can also enjoy the ample patio and a convenient swimming pool for pleasurable moments of relaxation. The staff is available to provide any information or requirements you may have during your stay.
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Leon Bianco - Piazza della Cisterna, San Gimignano, Siena, 53037
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Hotel Leon Bianco lets you imagine that this beautiful medieval town is your home. Set right on one of San Gimignano's main squares, rooms offer unforgettable views. Beautifully restored, Leon Bianco dates back to the 11th century and still boasts historic features, despite its modern facilities. Relax in the 5-person Jacuzzi on the terrace, work out in the fitness centre or play billiards in the games room. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available in the lobby, as in an internet point. Leon Bianco offers rooms with satellite television and minibars. Some have stunning views of Piazza della Cisterna, the medieval old town or the beautiful Val d'Elsa countryside which surrounds San Gimignano. Enjoy your buffet breakfast or drinks from the bar on Leon Bianco's charming terrace from April to October.
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Antico Borgo Il Cardino - Loc. Il Cardino 35, San Gimignano, Siena, 53030
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Looking down over the medieval towers of San Gimignano from the top of a picturesque hilltop is recently renovated Antico Borgo Il Cardino, a characteristic Tuscan villa. The hotel has both rooms and apartments, all furnished in a traditional style, with charming decor and furniture. Some rooms also have their own terraces. The unforgettable views can be fully appreciated from the gardens where you can relax in the swimming pool or stroll around the hotel's considerable gardens, complete with lake and children's play area. The central location of Antico Borgo Il Cardino, just 9km from San Gimignano, 30km from Siena and 40km from Florence and the Tuscan coast make this tranquil residence an ideal base for exploring the region. Nearby village Castel San Gimignano, which has a bar and restaurants is also within walking distance. The hotel takes great pride in offering a friendly service and making you feel at home during your stay in San Gimignano.
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Molino Di Foci - Localita Molino Di Foci, San Gimignano, Siena, 53037
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This rustic, 15th century building, originally a working water-mill, has been carefully restored and transformed into a charming B&B in the heart of the Tuscan countryside. Ideally located away from the noise and chaos of city life, and yet only 5 km from the historic medieval centre of San Gimignano, the B&B offers the ideal base to relax and unwind. Enjoy views of the tranquil and green Tuscan countryside, with its swaying grain fields and sunflowers, from your spacious room. The beautiful outside terrace and large swimming pool are the ideal place to lie back and appreciate the scenery of this region.
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G. Hotel Capitol - Viale Della Liberta 492, Chianciano Terme, Siena, 53042
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Hotel Capitol, with its terrace solarium and panoramic outdoor pool is located in the centre of spa town Chianciano Terme and offers elegant, well-furnished rooms, excellent cuisine and great service. Perfect for a relaxing stay, the Capitol is close to unforgettably beautiful countryside as well as wonderful spa centres. Discover the colourful landscape by following the numerous trails near the hotel on foot or bike. Numerous day trips can also be enjoyed to the medieval hilltop towns and art cities nearby. Montepulciano is just 15 minutes away and Orvieto, Siena and Perugia can also be reached in around an hour. At professional but friendly Hotel Capitol you will also benefit from free WiFi access and free private parking on site.
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Casa Lari - Loc Pancole. San Gimignano, San Gimignano, Siena, 53037
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This elegant apartment complex is situated in Pancole, an outlying hamlet in the historic jewel of San Gimignano. Located on a hill which lifts your gaze to the Apennines, Casa Lari is the ideal starting point for numerous journeys through the beautiful Tuscany; a well-known and greatly envied region. Moreover, the hotel is just 5 km from the town of a hundred towers, which is undoubtedly the best preserved medieval village in the whole of Tuscany.
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Molino Ai Mori - Via Dei Mori 17, Cervognano, Siena, 53045
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Surrounded by the hills of the Tuscan countryside, Molino ai Mori is a charming guest house that offers cosy rooms in the centre of Acquaviva, just outside Montepulciano. Molino ai Mori is within easy reach of main roadways and motorways. You can discover the nearby cities of Siena, Perugia and Florence. Molino ai Mori offers independent double and triple rooms that are found in 2 large apartments. Each room provides satellite TV and an en suite bathroom. Bed and bath linens and daily cleaning are provided. Enjoy your free breakfast, which is served in a bar just 100 metres away. Friendly staff can assist you with travel and tourist information. You will be in an excellent area for food and wine tours. Molino ai Mori is surrounded by shops, banks, bars, supermarkets and restaurants. Free public parking is available on site. Nearby there is a private garage available at an additional cost.
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Residenza d'Epoca Campo Regio Relais - Via della Sapienza 25, Siena, Siena, 53100
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Eat breakfast while on Campo Regio Relais' terrace while enjoying unforgettable views of Siena's famous Torre del Mangia. The historic centre is just steps away from your beautifully decorated room. This luxury bed and breakfast provides quiet accommodation on one of Siena's main streets, close to the Campo and important churches and museums. Residenza d'Epoca Campo Regio Relais's friendly staff are sure to make you feel right at home in this historic building. Made up of just 6 rooms, the residence also contains a reception, an elegant drawing room perfect for reading and a bar area complete with antique furniture. Rooms at Campo Regio are spacious and stylish and bathrooms are modern. One has its own terrace and a four-poster bed, while many have lovely views of Siena's old town. Staff can book excursions or walking tours for you on request and will be on hand from 07:00 until 20:00 to help you.
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Villa I Barronci - Sorripa 10, San Casciano, Siena, 50026
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Villa I Barronci is a charming Tuscan-style residence with private park and pool. It offers stunning views of the Chianti countryside, 20 minutes' drive from Florence. The best place to enjoy the views is from Villa I Barronci's panoramic outdoor pool, which comes complete with jacuzzi and bar service. I Barronci offers free bikes to explore the surrounding olive groves and vineyards. San Casciano in Val di Pesa, where you will find shops, restaurants and cafes is just 2 km away. Rooms come with stonework and exposed wooden beams. Amenities include air conditioning, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Wellness facilities, treatments and massages are available on request. The sauna is available for free, upon reservation. Ask staff to organise a Chianti wine-tasting tour for you, or a cooking course. Villa I Barronci serves a rich breakfast buffet featuring fresh fruit and homemade cakes as well as real Italian coffee. The restaurant offers Tuscan dishes and has a rich wine list. In summer you can enjoy your meals outside.
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Albergo Le Terme - Piazza Delle Sorgenti, Castiglione d'Orcia, Siena, 53027
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Feel the historic and soothing atmosphere of this 3-star hotel. Enjoy the wellness centre and hotel's central location overlooking the ancient thermal pool in the medieval village of Bagno Vignoni. Admire the rich surroundings of the Tuscan countryside at Albergo Le Terme. You will find 36 comfortable rooms with views on the Valdorcia landscape or the town centre. Albergo Le Terme is family run. You will enjoy the welcoming atmosphere and the attentive service. Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi access and the hotel's free parking. Completely renovated in 2009, Albergo Le Terme offers a rich garden where you will find the exclusive wellness centre. Treat yourself to a hydromassage bath, a Roman sauna with therapeutic pools, and a main thermal pool. There are 2 areas dedicated to pure relaxation, where you can sit back on sun loungers and savour herbal teas. Discover beauty treatments such as Rasul baths, herbal baths, mud therapy, and a variety of massages. Savour simple, yet traditional Tuscan cooking in the on-site restaurant. Dine outdoors on the veranda or in the elegant indoor hall. Sample local products such as olive oil, honey and the fine wines of the nearby cities of Montalcino and Montepulciano. Start your day with the free and rich buffet breakfast. Explore the rich area surrounding the hotel. You will be near the famous wine road of Via Francigena. Go trekking or cycling on nearby paths.
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Hotel Antica Torre - Via di Fieravecchia 7, Siena, Siena, 53100
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This little bed and breakfast enjoys a great location in Siena's historic centre, just 10 minutes' walk from Piazza del Campo. Stay in a restored 16th-century tower. All of Hotel Antica Torre's 8 rooms are full of character, with wooden ceiling beams and original stonework. Despite their mediaeval ambience, they come with modern amenities including air-conditioning and satellite TV. Rooms on the top level offer beautiful views over Siena's rooftops and the green surrounding countryside. Hotel Antica Torre is close to shops, restaurants and cafes as well as Siena's most important museums, monuments and churches. Car parking is located just a few minutes' walk from the hotel, outside the old walls. Enjoy breakfast in Hotel Antica Torre's downstairs breakfast room with its stone arches, once a mediaeval potter's shop.
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San Lorenzo a Linari Resort & Beauty Farm - San Rocco A Pilli - Sovicille (Si), Sovicille, Siena, 53018
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Surrounded by the beautiful green Tuscan countryside, Residence San Lorenzo A Linari offers high-level services, comfort and outdoor activities a few km from the historic city of Siena. Make your choice according to your needs from the 20 beautiful apartments of different types and sizes, accommodating from 2 to 8 people. Welcoming and furnished with fine taste, the Linari apartments boast a rustic and comfortable tone. Exposed beams, bare bricks and antique furniture decorate each accommodation. Many of the apartments also offer a fireplace and all have private bathrooms and all commodities for you to live a pleasant holiday in absolute freedom. Enjoy the amenities of the Residence, starting from the elegant and relaxing swimming pool. You can also sip a drink from the poolside bar, challenge your friends to a game of tennis or simply relax in the surrounding park. In the ancient cellars of the Villa you can relax in style in the fully equipped wellness centre (10:00 - 19:00). You can choose from body and facial treatments, massages, sauna, Turkish bath, jacuzzi, Kneipp therapy and emotional showers. Personalised treatments are also available on request.
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Hotel Semifonte - Via Pisana 1, Poggibonsi, Siena, 50021
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Hotel Semifonte gives you comfortable and spacious guest rooms packed with modern comforts including free Wi-Fi; all in an excellent location for exploring the Chianti area. During the summer you can relax by the pool where you will find sun loungers. The Semifonte Hotel features a bar, restaurant, and a modern conference room for up to 50 delegates. There is a large car park, big enough for coaches, available completely free of charge. In your guest room you will find Sky TV and pay-per-view, plus heating and air conditioning. A rich breakfast buffet is included in your room rate. Hotel Semifonte is set in an industrial zone and has excellent road links to Siena and Florence. The A1 motorway, Rome-Bologna, is also nearby.
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Hotel Italia - Via Cavour 67, Siena, Siena, 53100
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Hotel Italia is at a charming 20-minute walk from Siena historic centre. In summer, enjoy free access to a nearby swimming pool and tennis court. Stroll through the city gates and pretty mediaeval streets to get to Siena's unforgettable Piazza del Campo. Buses stop just 30 metres from Hotel Italia. Hotel Italia takes pride in offering great service and staff here always greet you with a smile. Inside this great value hotel you will find a satellite TV room, a bar and an internet point. Breakfast at Hotel Italia is a generous buffet of sweet and savoury items, including homemade pastries and a chocolate fondue. Gluten-free and vegan alternatives are provided.
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Roberta - Via Adige 19, Sarteano, Siena, 53047
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Situated in the tourist centre of Sarteano, an area of extreme archaeological importance, the hotel offers 16 rooms with a range of impressive facilities to ensure optimum comfort for the guest. With a wealth of stunning architecture in the vicinity including the Etruscan Necropolis and villas, Roman Spas and Farms, this is the ideal spot to enjoy a leisure trip. Stroll round the tranquil woodlands and take a relaxing dip in the swimming-pool which are both conveniently situated just a few meters from the hotel.
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My One Hotel Radda - Loc. La Calvana 138, Radda in Chianti, Siena, 53017
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Enjoy warm hospitality in the quite, green heart of the Chianti area. My One Hotel Radda invites you to spend a unique stay in the ancient land of the Etruscans. Radda in Chianti is an old village at the heart of the Chianti Hills in Chianti and is rich in history, arts and heritage. Today the area is particularly appreciated for its food and wine traditions. You can enjoy samples of the same traditions at My One Hotel's The Errant Knight restaurant. Dine in an exclusive and refined setting, tasting dishes and specialities from the Tuscan and Chianti cuisine, including homemade pasta, grilled meat, olive oil and a selected wine list. My One Hotel Radda also features relaxing facilities, including a welness centre and heated swimming pools. The splendid view of the tuscan hills and the luxurious details throughout the hotel will surely provide a dream stay. All rooms are finely furnished and equipped with modern comforts. If you wish to visit Florence while at My One Hotel Radda, take advantage of the efficient bus service, stopping not far from the premises.
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Hotel Porta Romana - Via E.S. Piccolomini 35, Siena, Siena, 53100
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Hotel Porta Romana is an 18th-century villa offering great views and free parking just 15 minutes' walk from Siena's main square, Piazza del Campo. Buses stop right outside. Hotel Porta Romana is 100 metres from Siena's old city walls and is surrounded by beautiful Tuscan countryside. The hotel has its own gardens with a panoramic terrace. Rooms at the Porta Romana are simple yet comfortable. They have satellite TV and country views. You will enjoy friendly, helpful service at Hotel Porta Romana. There is an internet point here. Your free breakfast will be served in the characteristic cellar or in the garden.
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Hotel La Siesta - Via dei Fiori 19 S.Albino, Chianciano Terme, Siena, 53045
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Hotel La Siesta is a peaceful place immersed in the luscious hills of Tuscany. It is ideal for a delightful and relaxing stay during your business travel or is a perfect central starting point for excursions all over Tuscany. Montepulciano is famous for its wines all over the words. There are many sights of historical interest as well as ones of natural beauty within short driving distance. Hotel La Siesta has a pleasant garden, a large parking place, a comfortable TV room and dining hall.
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Fattoria San Donato - Loc. San Donato 6, San Gimignano, Siena, 53037
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Surrounded by the green hills of San Gimignano, this bright 3-star rural farmhouse presents the ideal base for a long or short break. Fusing traditional features with a host of modern comforts, this property offers the best of both worlds.Soak up the sophistication and cosiness of the interior spaces; relax in the library and the airy lobby or sample the array of traditional cuisine in the elegant restaurant. The farm also produces Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Chianti Colli Senesi wines and a very good extra-virgin olive oil, using organic farming methods. You can visit the vineyards and the cellars, and enjoy free samples of oil and wine. Plunge into the cool of the pool, embark on a stroll round the stunning countryside and marvel at the pretty vistas from this unique vantage point. Use it as an ideal starting point for exploring the Tuscan towns in the vicinity. Appreciate the proximity to the excellent transport network and venture to Pisa, Siena and Florence among others. Whether you are travelling for pleasure or business, embrace the picturesque setting and the many facilities available in this rustic property.
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Badia A Coltibuono - Loc. Badia A Coltibuono, Gaiole in Chianti, Siena, 53013
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Badia a Coltibuono is the first wine resort in Chianti, offering a truly unique experience in the historic atmosphere of a 1000 years old abbey and farm. Guests can rest and relax in the magnificent garden in Italian style garden or, during summer, around the large open-air swimming pool. For the rest of the year, Badia a Coltibuono also has a small indoor swimming pool, with an annexed Turkish bath. At 650 metres above sea level, summers are temperate and the villa is naturally cool in the evenings.
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Hotel Athena - Via Paolo Mascagni 55, Siena, Siena, 53100
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Hotel Athena is within the historic city walls, and enjoys spectacular views of Siena and the Tuscan hills. The cathedral and Piazza del Campo are a short walk away. The elegant restaurant offers a varied menu of typical local cuisine and international dishes. The Athena has comfortable rooms, some offering beautiful views. Hotel Athena can arrange entertaining activities and various excursions, including tours of the Chianti and Brunello regions. Conference facilities are also available.
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Hotel Villa Belvedere - Via Dante Alighieri 14, San Gimignano, Siena, 53037
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This centrally located hotel blends a modern, completely-refurbished interior with the unaltered charm of a 19th century villa surrounded by picturesque gardens. The family-run hotel, which boasts a swimming pool and private car park, is located just 10 minutes walk from the historical centre. Important areas of historical and cultural interest, including Florence, Siena and Volterra, are a 40-minute drive away. Guests can exchange the noise and chaos of the city for a holiday destination characterised by culture and relaxation.
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Laticastelli - Loc.Laticastelli, Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena, 53040
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Laticastelli is a resort perched on the top of a Tuscan hill with an impressive view of the surrounding countryside, on the road to a park with cedars and flowers. At the bottom of valley, close to the River Ombrone that limits the property, there is a polo field; farther away olive trees, vineyards and grain fields. The woods with winding paths make it an ideal place to ride, walk or just relax. Originally the building was a 13th century castle part of a medieval village and nowadays it is an exclusive 60 hectare resort. Enjoy the unique combination of an historic location combined with the art, culture and exceptional landscapes of Tuscany.
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San Martino - Casa Landi - Via San Martino, Castellina in Chianti, Siena, 53031
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Casa Landi, family managed guesthouse, is located in Castellina in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico Gallo Nero region. The rooms and the apartments are in the countryside, but the village of Castellina in Chianti is only 900 metres far, and a walking path permits to reach the village cutting the hill. The position of Casa Landi is 600 metres rised on the sea level. We have a beautiful swimming pool with sight on the whole surrounding valley and the Necropolis Etrusca of Monte Calvario. The ample garden with games for children is ideal for relaxing all the family far from the noise of the great cities.
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Albergo Il Borghetto - Via Borgo Buio, Montepulciano, Siena, 53045
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Located in the heart of the historic centre, the hotel overlooks the ancient castle walls and enjoys a magnificent panorama of the three lakes in the Val di Chiana. Considered one of the most ancient buildings in the village, the hotel is set within a building dating back to the Medieval era. All rooms are furnished with antiques to reflect both this and the nature of the village. With a splendid panoramic view of the Chiana Valley, the hotel's wide halls, dating back to the XV century, are heated by an open fireplace, which leads to the small garden, created in the old path beside the walls.
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Hotels & Guest houses in Toscana
Abbadia di Montepulciano
Abbadia San Salvatore
Asciano
Casanova Pansarine
Casole d'Elsa
Castellina in Chianti
Castelnuovo Berardenga
Castelnuovo d'Elsa
Castiglione d'Orcia
Cervognano
Chianciano Terme
Chiusi
Colle di Val d'Elsa
Gaiole in Chianti
Montalcino
Montepulciano
Monteriggioni
Monteroni d'Arbia
Monticiano
Murlo
Pianella
Pienza
Poggibonsi
Radda in Chianti
Rosia
San Casciano
San Gimignano
Sarteano
Siena
Sovicille
Torrita di Siena
 
 
 
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