These are some of the nicest boutique hotels in Tuscany where you can live la dolce vita.
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Tuscany is one of the best places to visit in Italy. The region encompasses beautiful cities like Florence, Pisa and Siena, as well as rolling vineyard hills and truffle-filled forests. These alluring accommodations might help you decide where to go.
Here are the 10 nicest boutique hotels in Tuscany that will give you the vacation of your dreams.
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco
75.8 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Escape to your own secluded sanctuary in the Tuscan countryside where the stone villas at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco are tucked away in the woods or the estate’s vineyard. They offer daily breakfast delivery, a private pool and hot tub, and a deck with chaise lounges. You’ll even get a seven-seat Land Rover Defender to use during your stay.
Play a round of golf at the private club, nurture your well-being with a spa treatment, and learn to cook traditional Tuscan dishes at the on-site cooking school. Whether you choose to stay in a suite or villa, this retreat is the ultimate opportunity to splurge and spoil yourself.
Borgo Santo Pietro
64 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
The Tuscan countryside you’ve seen countless photos of — rolling verdant hills, manicured vineyards, cypress tree-lined roads — comes to life at Borgo Santo Pietro. And in the hotel’s suites and villas, you’ll live in the lap of luxury surrounded by lavish touches, like a crystal chandelier, clawfoot bathtub, and Baroque-style furniture.
Discover new Italian grape varieties during a sommelier-led wine tasting. Indulge in a wellness ritual at the spa, featuring therapeutic herbs handpicked from the garden. And take part in a variety of other activities, from cheesemaking demonstrations to village Vespa tours.
Podere San Filippo at COMO Castello Del Nero
23.6 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Podere San Filippo is situated in an idyllic slice of paradise in the Chianti wine region, atop a hill that’s surrounded by olive groves and rows of grapevines. You’ll stay in a large modern apartment with a fully equipped kitchen, and have access to a pool with sun loungers and gazebos, as well as a BBQ pit with a dining area.
There’s a world of wondrous activities at your disposal here. Take flight in a hot air balloon over the Tuscan countryside, go truffling deep in the forest and learn about Chianti Classico during a wine tasting. Don’t miss the chance to dine at La Torre, COMO Castello Del Nero’s Michelin-starred restaurant.
The St Regis Florence
4 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Wake up to sunrise views over the Arno River in romantic Florence. Palatial suites with 15th-century décor, plush furnishings and a marble bathroom will make you feel like royalty. As will the attentive staff at The St Regis, who do everything they can to ensure guests are living la dolce vita during their stay.
Spoil yourself in the spa, order oysters and champagne to your room, and savour contemporary Tuscan cuisine at the hotel’s upscale restaurant. From The St Regis, it’s just a 10-minute walk to medieval Ponte Vecchio and 15 minutes to the city’s iconic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Hotel Lungarno
5.7 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
This exquisite hotel will make your city break feel like an intimate retreat, where five-star service and amenities follow you at every turn. The exceptional staff, well-appointed suites, and stunning views of Ponte Vecchio make this one of the nicest boutique hotels in Florence. Their enviable art collection boasts more than 450 pieces, including works by Picasso, Cocteau and Cassinari
Delight your taste buds with new flavour combinations at Hotel Lungarno’s Michelin-starred restaurant, Borgo San Jacopo. And sip Italian wines at Picteau Bistrot & Bar, right above the Arno River with Ponte Vecchio in view.
La Bandita Townhouse
83.8 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Pienza is a destination that forces you to slow down, enjoy a leisurely meal outdoors, people watch on the piazza and leave the stresses of daily life behind.
If you think this historic village and its medieval alleyways are charming, just wait until you step foot inside La Bandita, which served as a convent for centuries and retains its original façade. Renovated rooms feature high ceilings, original exposed-stone walls and modern furnishings. La Bandita’s inviting spaces, friendly staff and superb on-site restaurant make it not just one of the nicest boutique hotels in Tuscany, but also the perfect retreat for a laidback European vacation.
Villa Sassolini Country Boutique Hotel
46.4 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Tucked away in tiny Moncioni, Villa Sassolini is a refuge. Sure, you can venture out for excursions around the Tuscan countryside or to explore nearby medieval villages, like Arezzo and Siena. But once you arrive at Villa Sassolini, you may be drawn to linger around the 15th-century estate. And why not? There’s plenty to indulge in.
Start with the food at La Cucina, which is so heavenly that you’ll want to join Chef Riccardo for a cooking class, where you’ll learn to make pasta, bread and regional dishes. It’s easy to while away hours lounging at the pool with a good book and enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding valley and hills. And don’t miss treating yourself to a sensory massage or a peaceful moment in the sauna, hot tub or Turkish bath.
Castello di Spaltenna Exclusive Resort & Spa
45.3 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Like a fairy tale come to life, the Castello di Spaltenna estate is enchanting and romantic. Dine under the stars at Michelin-starred Il Pievano, with tasting menus that will take you on a culinary journey. Tend to your well-being with a spa treatment or by spending time in the sauna, tepidarium and Turkish bath.
Outdoors, take a stroll through the gardens, elevate your heart rate with a game of tennis, or unwind in the infinity pool while enjoying sweeping views of the Chianti landscape from one of the nicest boutique hotels in Tuscany.
Hotel Le Fontanelle
58.3 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
Nestled in a countryside just outside of Siena, you’ll arrive at Hotel Le Fontanelle after a beautiful drive down a long roadway dotted with cypress trees. The estate exudes an air of calmness and relaxed hospitality, allowing you to escape in both mind and body. Lounge poolside under the Tuscan sun, enjoy a catered afternoon picnic in the meadow or challenge your travel partners to a game of bocce.
No visit to the Chianti Classico region is complete without a winery tour. The estate’s own Vallepicciola Winery invites guests to experience a wine and extra virgin olive oil tasting.
Castello di Vicarello
90.7 miles from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence)
This family-run boutique hotel in Tuscany’s peaceful Maremma countryside will make you feel right at home during your stay. Cozy suites are tastefully furnished, with a comfortable seating area, fully stocked bathroom and plenty of space for clothes and luggage storage. Start your day with yoga, a massage or a refreshing swim in the infinity pool.
Let the staff organise memorable experiences for you, such as a leather workshop, truffle hunting and an on-site cooking class. Round out your stay by sampling award-winning wines from the estate’s own vineyard, run by two generations of the Baccheschi Berti family.
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