Chianti hotels, Tuscany - Hotel Villa Sassolini, Montevarchi

Hotel Villa Sassolini, Montevarchi

This Tuscany hotel is set in a gorgeous fourteenth-century Renaissance villa, once owned by Conti Guidi of Florence. It enjoys an attractive location in the pretty little Borgo di Moncioni in the heart of the rolling Tuscan countryside between Florence and Siena. Chianti wine country is within easy reach and the charming cities of Arezzo and Cortona are not far from here. This hotel hear Arezzo has a really magical atmosphere, and the decor and furnishings add a touch of 21st-century glamour and comfort to the historic setting.

There are just ten rooms here, all decorated in restful monochrome shades. Double rooms have elegant, modern four-poster beds and suites are spacious and luxurious. All rooms have a handsome contemporary-style private bathroom with both bath and shower plus a fitted hairdryer, as well as direct-dial telephone, satellite TV, personal safe, air-conditioning and a minibar containing snacks and drinks. Nearly all the rooms have super views and windows that open. All rooms are accessible from the ground floor, there is a useful babysitting service and under-fives stay free of charge in their parents' room.

The hotel has an excellent restaurant serving an imaginative menu of local and national specialities in an elegant environment. High-chairs are available and there is a special menu for children. There is also a well-stocked bar with an atmosphere of congenial relaxation. Other amenities include a lovely swimming pool, a dry-cleaning and laundry service, safety-deposit facilities and a parcel-post service. This hotel in Tuscany has 24-hour service on reception and staff are on hand to offer tourist information and make travel reservations on your behalf. Transport is available to and from the airport and there is a shuttle service to and from Florence.

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Double room from €200

 

Score from 12 reviews: 9/10