A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Monteriggioni, Italy. We have also included hotels in historic properties, historic villas, old "castello"-s, resorts, french "relais" (mansions), hamlets, country estates, palaces, monasteries, medieval castles, family-run hotels and old palaces. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Good breakfast. Immersed in the Tuscan countryside between Siena and Florence, this 4-star hotel offers high-quality service on 20 acres of rich parkland, just outside of Monteriggioni. You can enjoy a peaceful and relaxing setting at Borgo San Luigi. This 17th-century palace is just 2 km from the motorways and set on an unpaved road. You can participate in a variety of sports on this rich, resort-like, country estate. Rest in the shade of the thick gardens, enjoy a swim in the Olympic-sized pool, or savour breakfast outdoors poolside during the summer. There is a tennis court and a football field. Go quad biking or horseback riding and explore the surrounding rural area. Borgo San Luigi has friendly, professional staff who can organise tours, excursions or team-building events, an ideal way to relax between meetings. Enjoy high-quality rooms with period furniture and Tuscan-style furnishings. Featuring vineyard or mountain views, rooms include rustic fire places, historic frescoes and Tuscan four-poster beds. Nearly all rooms offer a garden or a balcony. Savour typical Tuscan cooking at La Limonaia, the chic on-site restaurant at Borgo San Luigi. La Limonaia is suitable for a variety of events, including large receptions, ceremonies, banquets and business dinners. Borgo San Luigi is the perfect location to enjoy a unique holiday, where you can participate in a cooking school or English-language school.Show full description
Borgo San Luigi is a historic hotel in Monteriggioni, with elegant rooms and beautiful gardens. It provides a luxurious experience in a charming, 17th-century setting. The hotel's rich history and serene atmosphere set it apart from other accommodations in the area, making it a unique and memorable place to stay.
Very cosy. Great location. Popular among couples. Castello La Leccia is a restored mediaeval hamlet, featuring an 11th-century castle, an outdoor swimming pool, and free Wi-Fi. The property is set on a hill, and offers a terrace with views of the Tuscan countryside. Castellina in Chianti is 2 km away. Castello La Leccia is at the end of an unpaved road off the SP51 road. Accommodation at La Leccia comes with a unique design and handmade furniture. Some rooms boast original stuccoes and four-poster beds. The restaurant serves traditional dishes of Tuscany, along with great local wines. The breakfast buffet features both sweet and savoury items, including homemade cakes, Tuscan bread, fresh fruit, cheese and cold cuts. The property organises tastings of its own wine and olive oil. Parking is free.Show full description
This is likely one of the most COSY farm stays in Monteriggioni.
Delightful property. Tennis court. Surrounded by Tuscan olive groves and vineyards, Borgo Scopeto Wine & Country Relais offers 2 swimming pools and a bike rental service. Rooms have a contemporary design with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. The hotel's gastronomic restaurant serves Tuscan specialities and wines produced on the estate and in the surrounding area. From this restored 13th-century hamlet, you can explore the Chianti region or take a wine tasting tour. You can also enjoy wine and olive oil tasting. Rooms and suites at the Borgo Scopeto are spacious and decorated in calming colours. They are equipped with satellite TV and a minibar. The historic city of Siena is a 20-minute drive away. The Relais Borgo Scopeto also has a wellness centre with an indoor pool, Turkish bath and a hot tub, all available at an extra charge. 2 tennis courts are available free of charge.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most BEAUTIFUL luxury hotels in Monteriggioni. It also has GREAT TENNIS FACILITIES.
Beach front location. Stunning pool facilities. Relais Della Rovere is comprised of a restored villa, a 12th-century convent, and a farmhouse. It features a large park with swimming pool and sunbathing area with views across the town. The restaurant of Della Rovere Relais serves typical Tuscan cooking and fine national wines. Since 2021 the Relais is managed by Ross Hotels Group; rooms and common areas have been restored giving a new light to the ancient ambiences. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms. Rooms are all equipped with modern furniture, air conditioning and satellite TV. They feature parquet or terracotta floors, and private bathrooms with spa bath or a shower. Some have views of the historic centre of Colle Val D'Elsa. During the summer you can dine on the patio and enjoy the romantic, candlelit atmosphere.Show full description
Relais Della Rovere is a historic hotel in Colle Val D'Elsa. The hotel has a romantic and cozy atmosphere, with beautiful gardens and a pool. The rooms are spacious and well-maintained.
Close to beach front. Great breakfast. Boasting a large seasonal outdoor pool and a shared BBQ, Fattoria Il Colombaio is a working farm surrounded by olive trees and vineyards. It is in the Tuscan countryside 2 km from Monteriggioni. The property produces its own Chianti wine and olive oil. The on-site cellar can be visited and guests can enjoy wine and food tasting tours, as well as buying some of the produce. A sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is served daily. All air conditioned, the rooms feature a TV, a minibar, and a private bathroom with hairdryer. They have rustic-style furnishings with wrought-iron beds and wood-beamed ceilings. Siena is less than a 20-minute drive from the property.Show full description
Outstanding SPA facilities. Set in Tuscany's countryside, Castello di Spaltenna Exclusive Resort & Spa is an ancient monastery from the 10th century. It offers 2 swimming pools, one of which is heated, a restaurant and spacious rooms with Sky TV. Rooms at the Castello Di Spaltenna have traditional Tuscan décor and panoramic views over the valley or the courtyard. Il Pievano restaurant is situated in the castle’s historic hall and offers a large wine list including many wines from the local Chianti region. They all include free Wi-Fi. The outdoor pool has a waterfall and a sun terrace for guests to sunbathe. In the winter months, there is the indoor pool with countryside views. Candlelit dinners are served out on the courtyard. A sauna, Turkish bath and gym, tennis court and billiard room are also available. Staff can advise on the many hiking and mountain biking trails in the area.Show full description
A historical heritage monastery in the Chianti region with luxuriously designed rooms and a great pool area with panoramic views of the valley below. There is also a Michelin-star restaurant with excellent local cuisine.
Historic property. Comfortable beds. Residenza D'Epoca Palazzo Buonaccorsi is a historical palace dating back to the 13th century and located inside the city walls on the main street of San Gimignano, Via San Matteo, really full historical center and a few steps from the imposing medieval Towers and Cathedral. It offers free WiFi everywhere and features spacious rooms with authentic antique furnishings of the palace, fridge, hairdryer and liquid soaps. A bus stopping 50 metres from Palazzo Buonaccorsi takes guests to Siena and Florence or train station in Poggibonsi. The courtyard is a quiet area for everything.Show full description
This charming and cozy guesthouse in the heart of San Gimignano is a historic palace dating back to the 13th century, providing a unique medieval experience. With a limited number of rooms, it creates an intimate and personalized atmosphere.
Beautiful. Tennis court. Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais is located on a hillside in the Chianti Classico wine region. It offers free WiFi, free parking, and rooms and apartments with satellite TV and bathroom. The restaurant at the Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais serves Tuscan specialities and classic Italian cooking. The Castello Di Tornano Wine Relais is 18 km from Siena. Rooms are air conditioned and include a minibar. The apartments offer a fully fitted kitchen. The swimming pool is set in gardens and surrounded by trees. There is a tennis court, and guests can also enjoy massage treatments under previous request.Show full description
Charming. Superb interior design. Just outside the Castle of Monteriggioni, Albergo Casalta is on Via Francigena in the historic village of Strove. This friendly family-run hotel is set in an ancient Lombard fortress with stone walls. The hotel's interiors have many original features such as wood-beamed ceilings. Guests can enjoy a drink by the fireplace in the lounge, or out in the courtyard in summer. Hotel Casalta is set in the countryside of the Val d’Elsa. Nearby you will find an outdoor pool, tennis courts, hiking or horse-riding facilities and golf clubs.Show full description
I rate this as the most WELL DESIGNED small hotel in Monteriggioni.
Highly elegant. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. A former 16th-century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards, Locanda Le Piazze is now a small, luxurious, boutique hotel 6 km from Castellina in Chianti. Located on a hill, between Florence and Siena, it offers panoramic views of the countryside. The Locanda's extensive gardens feature an outdoor pool set in an olive grove. On site parking is free. The simple, individually decorated rooms come with air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV. The minibars are stocked with free mineral water, and the en suite bathrooms are complete with a hairdryer. The Tavola by Guido Haverkock restaurant offers a variation of traditional Tuscan cuisine, using organic local ingredients. A generous breakfast is served daily.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Monteriggioni. It also has beautiful surroundings.
Historic. Great value. Set among the ancient towers of Casole d'Elsa, Torre dei Serviti offers individually furnished rooms and free parking. The garden overlooks the Val d'Elsa Hills and San Gimignano. Rooms and suites at the Torre are located in a former 14th-century monastery and are set on 5 different floors, with views of the Tuscan hills. Unique features include frescoed walls, exposed wood-beam ceilings, and original stone walls. Free wired internet is available. Torre dei Serviti's second floor features sitting room with fireplace, a bar, and a small panoramic terrace. Buffet breakfast is served in a bright dining hall. Guests can enjoy the on site restaurant. The property is within easy reach of Siena and Volterra. Golf facilities are available 15 km away.Show full description
Charming. Cosy rooms. Surrounded by olive groves and vineyards in the heart of the Chianti region, Castello di Volpaia offers rustic rooms and a apartment with a kitchen and free Wi-Fi. Located in the medieval hamlet Volpaia, it features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy wine tastings, take cooking classes. The Volpaia provides free private parking, and is well placed for walking in the Tuscan countryside. Siena is 35 km away, and Florence can be reached by car in 1 hour.Show full description
An absolutely gorgeous hotel within an old refurbished castle with several good restaurants practically on your doorstep. It also has a cozy pool area with stunning views and exceptional rooms with great attention to detail.
Beach front location. Unique. Set on a hill overlooking the Massellone Valley, the historic and elegant Castello Di Meleto is 2 km from Gaiole in Chianti. It offers rooms and apartments with Tuscan-style furnishings. The Meleto Castle features large green areas with 2 swimming pools, barbecue facilities and bowling green. Castello Di Meleto is 30 minutes’ drive from Siena and Rapolano Terme. The accommodation features exposed wood beams, terracotta floors and wooden furniture. The basic rooms include a private bathroom. The apartments also have a kitchenette. Free Wi-Fi is provided at the reception, and free private parking is available too. Arezzo is 55 km away.Show full description
A beautiful 13th-century castle between Siena and Florence has AMAZING facilities, including two infinity pools, an aromatic garden, and a wine shop. In addition, the on-site restaurant serves delicious food options.
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. CastelBigozzi is surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, 12 km from San Gimignano. It offers an outdoor swimming pool with hydromassage, and rustic, air-conditioned rooms. Relais CastelBigozzi offers free parking and is just outside Castello di Monteriggioni. You can book free guided excursions on the Via Francigena path. All rooms come with free Wi-Fi, a private bathroom, and exposed wooden beams on the ceilings. Breakfast includes homemade cakes. The town of Colle Val d'Elsa is 7 km away. The nearest exit of the Raccordo Autostradale Siena-Firenze motorway is Monteriggioni, and is a 5-minute drive away.Show full description
Beach front location. Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Boasting pool with a view and views of garden, Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe is a bed and breakfast set in a historic building in Siena, 4.4 km from Piazza del Campo. Featuring a lift, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace and dishwasher. Some accommodation includes a TV, as well as air conditioning and an outdoor dining area. At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. Buffet and Italian breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruits and juice are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests can dine in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in Italian cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Guests at Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. You can play billiards, table tennis and tennis at the accommodation, and bike hire is available. An indoor play area is also available at Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe, while guests can also relax in the garden. Piazza Matteotti is 39 km from the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Florence Airport, 76 km from Borgo La Torre alle Tolfe.Show full description
I rate this as the most peaceful, relaxing and romantic bed and breakfast in Monteriggioni. WOW!
Luxurious. Great views. Hotel Le Fontanelle enjoys panoramic views from its exceptional location in the Chianti Hills, 20 minutes drive from Siena. Relax and enjoy wellness and sports facilities in this peaceful location. Hotel Le Fontanelle's pretty main building dates back to the 13th century, part of an old country estate. All rooms have beamed ceilings and terracotta floors. They overlook the surrounding vineyards, woods, and valley. Modern facilities such as LCD satellite television and internet access are also provided. Enjoy a refreshing swim and stunning views in Hotel Le Fontanelle's outdoor pool or borrow one of the hotel's bikes free of charge, and go exploring the countryside. Guests can visit Tuscany from Hotel Le Fontanelle as the resort is located in the Chianti Region which is famous for sightseeing. Indoors you can work out in the gym, go for a swim in the indoor pool with hydromassage area or really pamper yourself and go to the wellness area. Relax in the sauna or the Turkish bath, or request one of a range of beauty treatments or massages. Hotel Le Fontanelle's La Colonna restaurant has a panoramic terrace and serves traditional Italian cuisine with a creative twist. Florence is 80 km from Hotel Le Fontanelle, while Siena is 20 km from the property. The nearest airport is Florence, 90 km from the hotel, and the property offers an airport shuttle service on request with extra charge.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most luxurious luxury hotels in Monteriggioni.
Cosy. Comfortable beds. COMO Castello Del Nero is set in the Chianti wine area, between Florence and Siena, and dates back to the 12th century. It features a COMO Shambhala retreat with outdoor pool and offers free parking. The uniquely designed rooms of Castello Del Nero come with original frescoes or beamed ceilings. Every part of the castle offers panoramic views across the Tuscan countryside, with vineyards and olive groves. All feature a plasma-screen TV, air conditioning, and a bathrobe and slippers. La Torre Restaurant, a Michelin-starred restaurant, is set in what was once the castle's stable. It has an à la carte menu accompanied by a selection of local wines. La Taverna Restaurant serves Tuscan specialities. Castello Del Nero offers a shuttle service to and from Florence and Sienna, which operates according to a schedule.Show full description
Very stylish. Great restaurant. Castello di Fonterutoli Wine Resort is a medieval country village in Tuscany's Chianti wine district 5 km outside Castellina in Chianti. It offers a restaurant and wine cellar to visit. Breakfast at Castello di Fonterutoli Wine Resort is a buffet of pastries, hot dishes and cold cuts. The rooms are set in separate buildings located around the grounds. Each one features a private bathroom and elegant décor. You are invited for a guided tour of the wine cellar where you can buy wines from the shop. The restaurant is open to the public and serves traditional Tuscan cuisine. Siena is a 20-minute drive away. Buses for Siena stop in Fonterutoli village centre, 200 metres away.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most STYLISH country house in Monteriggioni.
Castel Pietraio is located deep in the Tuscan countryside, just 10 minutes from the perfectly preserved walled village of Monteriggioni and less than half an hour from beautiful Siena. This medieval castle, once important for defending the area, now offers peaceful, relaxing accommodation in a stunning setting. Rooms inside 17th-century Castel Pietraio are furnished and decorated in keeping with their history, with exposed wooden beams and terracotta tiles as well as all modern comforts. In a tranquil but easily-accessible area, from Castel Pietraio you can be at San Gimignano in half an hour, as well as numerous other pretty historic towns. On site you will find a large open-air swimming pool with lovely views, a children’s playground and a barbecue area. If you prefer to stay closer to home, you can go horseriding, walking or cycling directly from the castle and just 500 metres away is a village with shops and restaurants.Show full description
Castel Pietraio is a charming castle located in a beautiful area near Monteriggioni and a 15 minutes drive from Siena. It has a nice swimming pool and is close to two good restaurants.
Charming. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Borgo Vescine is located in the heart of Tuscany, right in the Chianti Classico area. The Relais has an extension of 100 acres and is 20 km from Siena and 42 km from Florence. Today, Borgo Vescine stands as a luxurious Relais, meticulously preserving the original charm of a medieval village and is surrounded by vineyards and olive trees. Guests have the opportunity to partake in a variety of authentic experiences, including exclusive wine tastings, hands-on cooking classes, exhilarating truffle hunts, scenic Vespa tours, and delightful al fresco dinners. Dinners are hosted among the olive trees or in the central square with the purpose of recreating the ancient time at the Borgo. This enchanting retreat offers: a wine room dated 1061 a.C., a heated outdoor swimming pool with stunning panoramic vistas, two distinctive bars and restaurants and a complimentary parking. Enjoy refined dishes on the open-air Terrace restaurant overlooking the Tuscan hills or experience nature firsthand at the Eco-Nature Bistrot. You will have the opportunity to sip drinks and cocktails in both the Borgo Vescine’s bars. The 28 rooms are all luxurious and decorated in classic tuscan dècor, some accommodations include a private balcony with views of the rolling hills, the forests, or the Borgo itself. Additionally, they are equipped with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and cozy bathrooms. Surrounded by lush gardens and verdant vegetation, Borgo Vescine also boasts its own vegetable garden, saffron fields, and lavender cultivation, adding to the allure of this idyllic retreat.Show full description
Il Borgo di Vescine is a charming hotel situated in a medieval village in the beautiful Chianti hills. The hotel provides unique accommodation in restored cottages, creating a cozy and stylish atmosphere.
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