A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Vagliagli, Italy. We have also included hotels in historic properties, historic villas, resorts, country estates, hamlets, old "castello"-s, french "relais" (mansions), monasteries, old palaces and palaces. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Cosy. Friendly staff. 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
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.
Historic. 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. 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
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
In my judgement this could be one of the most BEAUTIFUL luxury hotels in Vagliagli. It also has great tennis facilities.
Beach front location. Great 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.
Beach front location. Charming. Comfortable beds. 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.
Lovely property. 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
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.
Charming. 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
Close to beach front. Historic property. Tennis court. 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 think this is the most HISTORIC bed and breakfast in Vagliagli. It also has a great beach front location.
Superb breakfast. With a pool, Villa Casalecchi is a 19th-century property 2.5 km from Castellina in Chianti. It features free Wi-Fi and a sun terrace overlooking the vineyards and olive groves. All accommodation at the Casalecchi is en suite. The Villa offers rooms with antique furnishings and a rustic décor. Each has a TV, and some are air conditioned. Breakfast is buffet style, with a combination of sweet and savoury items. Surrounded by a large terraced Italian garden, Villa Casalecchi also features a chapel with frescoes. Staff can help arranging tours to nearby attractions. In the heart of the Chianti area, the property is a 30-minute drive from Siena and 45 minutes from Florence. Riding stables are available nearby.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Friendly staff. In a tranquil location, Le Pozze di Lecchi offers an outdoor pool with panoramic views over the Tuscan hills. Rooms are air conditioned and have satellite TV. Le Pozze is a converted 15th century mill, overlooking vineyards and olive groves. Rooms come with cotto floors and antique furniture. Some have a hydromassage shower, others overlook the surrounding hills. The restaurant Monna Ginevra serves traditional regional cuisine in the country-style dining room. In warm weather, meals are served out on the sunny terrace. Vegetarian and gluten-free menus are available upon request. Staff at the family-run Le Pozze di Lecchi Hotel can organise tours, cooking classes and wine tasting in the Chianti region. The historic Tuscan town of Siena is just a 30-minute drive away. The relaxation and massage area is open to one couple at a time, and features a Turkish bath, hot tub and sensory shower.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most RELAXING small hotel in Vagliagli. It also has amazing staff and lovely pool facilities.
Highly elegant. Amazing pool. 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 think this is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Vagliagli.
Stylish. Comfortable beds. Surrounded by vineyards, Belvedere Di San Leonino is located in Castellina in Chianti, in the heart of the Chianti area. Set in a historic country house from the 1400s, this property offers rooms decorated in a typical Tuscan style. The Belvedere features private gardens with free parking and a spacious outdoor swimming pool. The beautiful panoramic views include the vineyards, olive groves, the Elsa Valley, San Gimignano and Siena. Each room comes with terracotta flooring, high oak-beamed ceilings, antique furniture and wrought-iron beds. Il Cortile restaurant serves buffet breakfast, and Tuscan cuisine for dinner. In the evening, aperitif and drinks are served in the bar with lounge. Guests can enjoy free wine tasting at a nearby shop. Florence is 45 km from Hotel Belvedere Di San Leonino, while Siena is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Managed directly by the owner, Albergo Palazzo Squarcialupi is a 15th-century building in Castellina in Chianti. It offers a garden with outdoor swimming pool, and a spa. The rooms of Palazzo Squarcialupi feature rustic terracotta floors, exposed wooden beams on the ceilings, and 18th-century furnishings. The nearest train station is Castellina Scalo, 6 km away. Rooms are complete with seating area. The bathrooms are in Carrara marble. Modern room facilities include air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Free WiFi is available throughout. Breakfast is a sweet and savoury buffet, served in the breakfast room. During summer you can enjoy a drink on the terrace overlooking the pool and the Chianti Valley. The property is located in an area restricted to traffic. The bus to Siena stops 100 metres from the hotel.Show full description
Historic. Great location. Podere Palazzolo is a country farmhouse set outside Castellina in Chianti. It has large gardens with swimming pool overlooking the Chianti Valley. The Palazzolo is 15 km from Siena and 40 km from Florence. Parking and Wi-Fi are free. The rooms are elegantly decorated, and feature terracotta floors, and exposed wooden beams on the ceilings. Each comes with an iPod/iPhone docking station, and most have views of the Tuscan countryside. Sessions in the wellness area with a 2-seater hot tub and sauna are bookable on site. The property is family-run and staff speak Italian, French, English, and German. The restaurant is open from 12:00 to 21:30 and serves traditional food and snacks, including bruschette. San Gimignano is a 30-minutes drive away.Show full description
Romantic. Great location. Located 5 km from Castellina In Chianti, Querceto Di Castellina is a 14th-century building and offers an outdoor pool, garden and accommodation with a patio. WiFi is free throughout, and there is also a terrace. Rustic-style apartments at the Querceto all come with a kitchenette, dining area and satellite flat-screen TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and shower. Wine tasting sessions can be organised on site, as well as traditional cooking classes. Guests can enjoy typical Tuscan wine and snacks at the property's wine bar. The property provides free private parking, and is surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. Greve in Chianti is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most peaceful and romantic farm stay in Vagliagli. It also has a great location and outstanding views.
Very cosy. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. Set in the Chianti area, in the middle of the Tuscan countryside, Villa Di Capovento is an antique stone villa with outdoor pool. It is a 30-minute drive from Siena. The Villa is a 10-minute drive from the town of Castellina in Chianti and 20 minutes by car from the Siena-Florence motorway. All rooms at Capovento feature classic-style décor and antique Tuscan furniture. They all have free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite and cable channel. Some rooms have a balcony. Capovento's restaurant and wine bar uses its own olive oil and serves traditional Tuscan specialities, along with famous wines from the Chianti area. Guests can rent bikes in the village and ride around the countryside, or just relax in the large garden with sun loungers.Show full description
This might be one of the most COSY farm stays in Vagliagli.
Luxurious. Superb interior design. Borgo San Felice is located in Castelnuovo Berardenga in the heart of the Chianti wine district. It offers spacious rooms with antique furnishings, a swimming pool, and panoramic views. The hotel boasts 2 restaurants. Il Poggio Rosso restaurant offers gourmet cuisine and has a selection of over 500 fine wines. The more informal Osteria del Grigio offers modern Tuscan cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. There is also a bar on site. In summer, guests can enjoy a drink or a snack by the heated outdoor pool. Bikes are available to rent and you will find a tennis court, gym and bowls court on site. The health centre offers a number of beauty treatments and specialises in wine therapy, massages and other beauty treatments. Rooms here come with air conditioning and satellite TV. Parking is free and free Wi-Fi throughout are available. Borgo San Felice is set on a hill amongst olive groves and vineyards. The local area is full of interesting churches and abbeys, and the town of Siena is just a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most WELL DESIGNED AND LUXURIOUS luxury hotel in Vagliagli.
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