A list by Isa Weber & Adam Hansen. Updated January 2024.
We have created a list with the best five star hotels in Tuscany, Italy. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Luxury Hotel.Historic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Set on a hilltop 10 km from Montalcino overlooking its own vineyards, Castello Banfi - Il Borgo offers elegant rooms. This hotel boasts an outdoor pool, gym and its own winery and cellar. The restaurant serves Tuscan cuisine and local wines. Guests will have discounts on wine at the Cantine Banfi wine cellar. Offering views of the Ombrone valley and the vineyards, each room comes with free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with Sky channels, and a walk-in rainfall shower. Some rooms have a bath. Rooms are furnished with wood-beamed ceilings and Tuscan-style interiors. With stone arches and antique chandeliers, the restaurant provides local specialities at lunch and dinner. Breakfast is provided as a buffet. Siena is a 1-hour drive away and Montepulciano is 50 km from the Castello Banfi hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. Set on a cliff top in Porto Ercole, on the Monte Argentario Peninsula, the luxurious Il Pellicano offers a free private rocky beach, a swimming pool and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Il Pellicano is composed of a main building and a cluster of cottages scattered around the hotel's gardens. The heated swimming pool is filled with seawater, and there is also a tennis court with personal trainer. The Tuscan rooms are air conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV with DVD player. Guests will also have free Wi-Fi access, plus a minibar and satellite and pay-per-view channels. Breakfast is buffet style, and guests have a choice of 2 restaurants. The Il Pellicano gourmet restaurant serves gourmet dishes and has 1 Michelin star, while Pelligrill Restaurant is a Tuscan restaurant with sea views. Pelliclub Health & Beauty wellness centre offers a fitness room, boutique and a range of massages and beauty treatments. Argentario Golf Resort & Spa is 3 km away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. The Badia di Pomaio is a restored 17th-century abbey with a hillside location, 5 km from Arezzo. An infinity pool is available here, as well as free WiFi. Air-conditioned rooms at the Badia di Pomaio feature wood-beamed ceilings and artisan furnishings made from iron, stone and wood. Traditional Tuscan cuisine is served at the Campo Badia restaurant with an outdoor dining area. Vegetables are produces on site. The property also has a wine cellar in a natural cave with a vaulted ceiling. Guests can relax out in the garden and enjoy the views over the Tuscan hills towards Arezzo.Show full description
This is likely one of the most beautiful, well designed and historic boutique hotels in Tuscany! WOW!
Boutique hotel.Lovely property. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany features an outdoor pool, spa and fitness centre and 2 restaurants. This former castle provides elegant rooms and suites, and is 41 km from Siena. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Rooms at Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany all feature a minibar, satellite TV and air conditioning. Featuring Italian design freestanding bathtubs, the large bathroom boasts Carrara marble or mosaic flooring and antique mirrors. Some rooms are in separate buildings, set between 50 and 200 metres from the main one. A sweet and savoury continental breakfast is served daily. Guests can try traditional Tuscan food at one of the property’s 2 restaurants. A bar is also available. Guests can relax by the pool, work out in the gym, or enjoy a massage in the wellness centre. The large garden and terrace are equipped with chairs and tables. The property is well placed for cycling activities in the local countryside, and bikes can be rented on site. Casole d’Elsa is 9 km, while Florence can be reached by car in 1 hour.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Comfortable beds. Offering a rooftop terrace with a Champagne bar and panoramic views of Florence, the 5-star IL Tornabuoni The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Hotel is set in the heart of the fashion district in the city centre. It features refined rooms decorated with artisanal furniture and free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms here include a minibar with soft drinks, a TV with satellite channels and a kettle with tea, herbal tea and coffee ingredients. Some rooms boast original frescoes. Every morning, a varied breakfast buffet including freshly baked croissants, home-made cakes, fresh fruit and Italian coffee is available. Guests can enjoy gourmet Tuscan cuisine at the restaurant and bistrot, while at The Cellar, a rich selection of famous Italian and French wines is available for tasting. This Renaissance building is located just 500 metres from the Uffizi Gallery and Florence Cathedral. You can also reach Santa Maria Novella Station on foot in around 5 minutes.Show full description
I would describe this as one of the coolest luxury hotels in Tuscany. It also has super comfortable beds, very cosy rooms and a great location.
Boutique hotel.Unique. Great location. Set along the Arno River with stunning views of the Ponte Vecchio, The St. Regis Florence is set in a historical building designed by Brunelleschi. Boasting a restaurant, this 5-star hotel features a spa, gym, and luxury rooms with antique furnishings. Each room at the St. Regis features Florentine-style furniture and marble bathrooms. Amenities include a multimedia system with films, sports and entertainment, and a digital jukebox. WiFi is free throughout. A buffet breakfast is available daily. The hotel's restaurant Winter Garden serves modern dishes based on Tuscan and Mediterranean cuisine. At the bar, guests can enjoy the famous evening ritual with contemporary finger food, care of chef Gentian Shehi. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 500 metres away, while the Cathedral is 1 km from the property.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Romantic. Great views. Popular among women. Nestled in the rolling Tuscan hills, 3 km from the busy center, this luxury hotel offers panoramic views of Florence's historic centre. Featuring 40 rooms and suite, the spa proposes treatments with locally source products Santa Maria Novella. Its extensive five-hectare private park includes an organic vegetable garden as well as a magnificent Italian-style and landscaped garden. The outdoor pool offers full services including a bar and typical dishes from the region. Free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking and shuttle into Florence are included. Il Salviatino Firenze is rich of history and converted renaissance villa of the 15th century. Each elegant room and suite have an individual design, which includes original artwork and Tuscan linen. They are equipped with tea/coffee making facilities and free mineral water. Some rooms offer a view of the garden or a view of the famous Duomo of Florence. The restaurant - da Giacomo al Salviatino - serves modern versions of traditional Tuscan recipes, using local ingredients. The dining room with terrace enjoys a unique panorama. A buffet breakfast is served daily.Show full description
Luxury Hotel. Offering a 2-floor spa and Michelin-star restaurant, Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is next to the botanical gardens of Giardino della Gherardesca. It offers a wide range of luxury rooms and suites. Spacious and bright, the rooms successfully combine Renaissance décor with a wide range of modern facilities. You will have an LCD TV, DVD player, bathrobes and slippers. The Four Seasons is composed of 2 buildings, the 15th-century Palazzo della Gherardesca and the ex 16th-century convent, La Villa. There are 4.5 hectares of beautiful gardens in between them. The spa features 9 beauty treatment rooms, a Turkish bath and gym. It opens out onto the upper terrace with pool and hot tub. The hotel's main restaurant, Il Palagio, uses local produce to create the finest Tuscan dishes. There is a seasonal restaurant, Al Fresco pizzeria. With such a central location, you are 15 minutes' walk from Florence Cathedral and the art galleries, the Uffizi and Accademia.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great value. 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
I would describe this as the most charming and luxurious five-star hotel in Tuscany. It also has great affordability.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. 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
Luxury Hotel.Great location. Hotel Savoy is located in the heart of Florence, halfway between the Uffizi Gallery and Florence Cathedral. The rooms boast an elegant contemporary style, which combines Italian design with artworks inspired by local fashion houses. This luxury 5-star hotel has an elegantly decorated and equipped fitness centre with Technogym® equipment. All air-conditioned, the rooms and suites include a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. Many rooms offer views of the square, of Brunelleschi's dome, or of Giotto's Bell Tower. The new Irene bistro serves Tuscan specialities with a modern twist, created by chef Pierangelini with local seasonal produce.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Cool. Rooftop restaurant. Ville Sull'Arno offers accommodation in Florence, right on the banks of the river Arno. It features a restaurant and a free wellness centre with an indoor pool, sauna, and Turkish bath. Free WiFi access is available. Rooms here will provide you with a minibar, satellite channels and cable channels. All include an electric kettle and a private bathroom with slippers. Some have river views. The restaurant serves traditional Tuscan cuisine with a modern twist. It has rustic décor and some tables come with panoramic views. At Ville Sull'Arno you will find free bikes. Other facilities offered include a free shuttle service to/from Florence, ticket service and luggage storage. The hotel is 2.3 km from Piazza della Signoria, 2.9 km from Santa Maria Novella and 2.4 km from Palazzo Vecchio. Guglielmo Marconi Airport is 85 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a cool rooftop restaurant.
Boutique hotel.Stylish. Featuring panoramic views of Florence and the Arno River, Portrait Firenze offers luxurious rooms with handcrafted furniture. This hotel is 30 metres from the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge. The spacious suites come with full entertainment systems including an iPad, iPod docking station, and a flat-screen TV. The studio also includes a dishwasher and coffee machine. Bathrobes, slippers, and Ferragamo toiletries are provided in the Carrara marble bathroom. The Caffè dell'Oro bistrot restaurant is open from 7:00 until 22:00 and offers a wide range of dining options designed by the Michelin-starred chef. An exclusive Lifestyle Assistant will be at your disposal throughout the stay to cater to your needs. Guests can enjoy access to the nearby White Iris Beauty Spa of the sister hotel Continentale, set 20 metres from the property, where beauty treatments by Comfort Zone are available at extra costs. Piazza della Signoria is a 5-minute walk from the property, while Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral is 600 metres away.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great location. Set in a 19th-Century historical palazzo in the centre of Florence, Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is 5 minutes’ walk from the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio. It offers elegant rooms with antique furniture. With luxurious chandeliers and wooden furniture, rooms have a unique character. They come with a marble bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen satellite TV. Breakfast buffet can be enjoyed with an exclusive collaboration with Iginio Massari Alta Pasticceria.To complete the hotel's dining offer, there is the on-site Cibrèo Ristorante & Cocktail Bar with its selection of traditional dishes. The Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is 100 metres from the famous Via de Tornabuoni high-fashion shopping street. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 10-minute walk away. The hotel also provides a wellness center.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Luxurious. Rooftop bar. Villa Cora is a 19th-century building surrounded by a park with outdoor swimming pool. Just 2 km from the centre of Florence and Santa Maria Novella Train Station, it offers free parking. Wi-Fi is also free. All the air-conditioned rooms at Villa Cora are decorated in classical style with antique furniture. They feature a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The wellness area includes a sauna and a Turkish bath, along with a fitness centre. Massages and beauty treatments are also available. The hotel’s restaurant serves Italian cuisine and dishes and wines from Tuscany. Drinks and hot and cold snacks are available from the bar. Villa Cora is a 20-minute walk from the Uffizi Gallery. The bus stop 400 metres away provides links with the city centre in 10 minutes.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great breakfast.Opened July 2021. Situated conveniently in Florence, Dimora Palanca offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Rooms include a safety deposit box, while selected rooms will provide you with a balcony and others also have garden views. The units feature a wardrobe. Breakfast is available every morning, and includes buffet, à la carte and continental options. At Dimora Palanca you will find a restaurant serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested. The accommodation offers a terrace. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Dimora Palanca. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Santa Maria Novella, Fortezza da Basso - Convention Center and Strozzi Palace. The nearest airport is Florence Airport, 8 km from Dimora Palanca.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT five-star hotel in Tuscany.
Luxury Hotel.Cool. Set directly along the banks of the Arno river, Hotel Lungarno is less than 100 metres from Florence's Ponte Vecchio. It offers free WiFi throughout, exceptional views, and a Michelin-starred restaurant. Owned by the Ferragamo family, the non-smoking property features original modern art and 20th-century artwork, including a Picasso and 4 Cocteau paintings. Rooms are decorated with blue tones, and come with unique décor. The private bathroom has Salvatore Ferragamo toiletries, and most feature Italian white marble. The Lungarno’s Borgo San Jacopo restaurant has been featured in major restaurant guides and offers traditional, yet creative cuisine. The Picteau Lounge Bar, open from 12:00 to 23:00, offers lunch, snacks, aperitifs, and dinner. The Lungarno’s prized location puts you at easy walking distance from all of Florence’s most famous sights and sounds. Cross the bridge, located just 50 metres away and inspect the Ponte Vecchio’s little jewellery stalls, before going to visit important churches or museums.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great value. Set just 7 minutes’ walk from Santa Maria Novella Basilica, The Place Firenze enjoys superb panoramic views from its rooftop terrace. It offers an à la carte restaurant, free WiFi and luxurious rooms with design features. Rooms at the 5-star hotel are stylish and elegant, and decorated with unique features. Each comes with a satellite flat-screen TV. Some rooms overlook the hotel's gallery or the terrace. The breakfast serving organic and Tuscan products is served either in the cozy interiors, in our lovely Terrace or in the room. The restaurant is open until 22:30 daily and is ideal for lunch, afternoon tea or an aperitif. A rich menu of Tuscan and Italian cuisine is served at dinner. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 5-minute walk from the property. A guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery is available, as well as chauffeurs for wine tours of the Chianti region.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Superb breakfast. Situated in a quiet, residential area, Hotel Regency - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is hidden away from the busy city centre, yet only 10 minutes from Florence’s main tourist sights, including the Accademia Gallery. Facing lush, green parkland on one side and a historic square on the other, this hotel, one of the leading small hotels of the world, offers unparalleled service, with attentive, professional staff and beautiful accommodation. All of Regency’s luxurious rooms have been individually decorated in a charming Tuscan style and contain the finest of furnishings, along with all modern conveniences. The hotel’s delightful urban garden is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast or relax with a drink and Regency is also proud of its renowned restaurant, which serves up exquisite Tuscan cuisine with prized wines, all in a grandiose setting.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic. Comfortable beds. A 5-star hotel set in an 18th-century building, Relais Santa Croce is one of the most luxurious, stylish and elegant properties in the historic centre of Florence. It is located between the Santa Croce Basilica and the Cathedral. The hotel blends modern details and a classic décor. On arrival you can admire frescoed ceilings, and a comfortable and elegant lounge. There is also a music room where aperitifs and entertainment activities take place. High-quality comforts play an essential role in all rooms, which come with antique furniture and fine fabrics. Some rooms offer a plasma-screen TV, walk-in closet, and a bathroom with rain shower, and sauna or Turkish bath. WiFi is free throughout. The restaurant serves simple, tasty dishes, made from seasonal ingredients and you can enjoy the award-winning Pinchiorri winery on site. Fresh produce is bought daily from the historic Sant'Ambrogio Market, just 400 metres away. Relais Santa Croce, By Baglioni Hotels' staff can assist you with tour bookings, restaurant and museum reservations, and theatre or concert tickets.Show full description
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