Hotels near Castello di Monsanto, Barberino di Val dʼElsa

This is the best hotel in every way. This is an impeccable hotel with fantastic views of the Tuscan countryside, clean bedrooms and bedding, clean bathrooms, very friendly staff and a great breakfast. I am strongly recommending it to my friends and acquaintances. During my trip to Rome, after shopping at The Mall Firenze and visiting Florence, I stayed at this hotel 30 minutes from Florence for a day, and returned to Rome via Siena and Bagnoregio for a 2-day, 1-night schedule. We recommend checking in a little early to see the fantastic Tuscan sunset. This is a hotel I definitely want to visit again.

La struttura si trova in una zona strategicamente perfetta, a pochi chilometri da firenze e Siena (25/30) e da altri luoghi interessanti (monteriggioni, san gimignano, val di pesa).Il villaggio è bello da vedere, circondato da prato all inglese sempre curato e con al centro una piscina adeguata compresa nel prezzo. La stanza molto pulita e funzionale, da rivedere il bagno oramai vetusto e con doccia a tenda spiovente non comoda ( anche il doccino a mano non adeguato). Il personale della struttura molto disponibile e sempre con il sorriso ti mette a tuo agio. Ottima l accoglienza e la disponibilità per chi ha cani, fattore che da solo vale una stella. Unica nota da rivalutare la colazione, perche sebbene adeguata e sufficiente, non vale sicuramente 8 euro a persona (80 euro per 5 giorni in due decisamente troppi per il rapporto qualità/ prezzo). Nel complesso la struttura, con qualche piccolo aggiustamento, è potenzialmente perfetta per chi vuole rilassarsi, noi torneremo senz altro.

I would definitely recommend this hotel! Stayed with extended family in August 2024 and was very happy with it. We stayed in the Family Room which was a loft with large bed and a living room and separate small bedroom with two twin beds. Pros: -Beautiful exterior and property -Large pool -Nicely decorated -Helpful front desk -Minibar beverages are free and replenished daily -Nice breakfast with decent options, including gluten free options -Unique upscale restaurant on site -Great third party restaurant directly across street -Hidden gem of a beautiful lake in walking distance if you are adventurous and sure footed. My family really enjoyed the experience but I wouldn't recommend for small children, older people, or anyone with bad balance or who's accident prone. Areas for improvement: -Rooms above ground floor struggled to quite keep up with airconditioning. Not hot per se, but did not reach desired temperature. To be fair it was above 95 outside, and it was still ok for sleeping, but not what I'm used to in the states. -Town is technically walking distance but would require walking very steep hills. It was not realistic for my in-laws so the hotel arranged transportation for the eight of us with a local car company for a dinner in town (which was quite lovely and tasty). It cost $80 euros, which was pretty steep for a 5 minute drive each way (it stays on site, which is probably what drove the most cost, but there was no way just to request one there and one back). -Just a note if you choose the family room that the loft doesn't have a separate bedroom so you must navigate stairs that were a little tricky, especially if you need to use in the middle of the night. -Please note that while the hotel feels quite secluded and picturesque on site, it is located in a suburban area, not in the rolling picturesque hills of Tuscany. This did not impact our experience at all, but you can hear cars passing by if that takes you out of the experience.

Great hotel in the heart of the historic centre of the mountains, excellent services such as breakfast and cleaning, super available staff and solarium! The only new but absolutely understandable private parking is not available, but for anyone who wants to stay in the historical center is the price to pay, but I must say the nearby parking is very convenient! Advised!

We holidayed here for a week & stayed at this hotel ideal for touring around beautiful Tuscany. We picked up our hire car at Pisa airport & were very pleased that the hotel had plenty of secure parking in their new car park. Our room was a junior suite, spacious, comfortable & within the room rate we had free use of the hotels spa. Although this was bookable there was no problem getting a session that suited us & enjoyed the sauna, Turkish steam room & hydra therapy pool. Continental breakfast was included in our room rate with plenty of choice & enjoyed in pleasant surroundings. Outdoor pool & seating area was wonderful. Enjoyed relaxing there during the hot afternoons. Very pleasant bar area with excellent staff. Fabrizio always welcomed you with a smile, was attentive getting our drinks & snacks & could always recommend a local restaurant for our evening meal. We had a relaxing & comfortable stay thorough enjoyed walking around Colle di Val d’Elsa & exploring Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano, Pienza & Monteriggioni. Plenty of choice of restaurants serving delicious food & wine in Colle di Val D’Elsa all walking distance from the hotel.

Pietra del Cabreo - Greve del Chianti Nestled beautifully south of Florence, you would miss it if you didn’t know, Is the most amazingly well kept retreat, named Pietra del Cabreo. Where you can stop to unwind and attempt to slow down the sands of time, Amongst tranquil olive trees and row upon row of Chianti grape vines. It’s Infinity pool disappearing within the hills is a sight of pure wonder, To relax alongside in the Tuscany heat, before cooling off with a plunder. The surrounding gardens and lawns so lush and wonderfully green, Watered every morning by traversing sprinklers, that by day are not seen. And the carefully laid path stones, create the perfect transcending walk, As couples holding hands navigate the gardens and consistently talk. The landscape around is so difficult to perfectly describe, So gorgeous in its presentation and lasting so far and wide. Butterflies cross cross each other as they carefully cruise on by, And swallows take chance for some water, from the clear pool as they fly. The many various trees of all shapes, shades of green and different sizes, Growing berries and fruits and other local food prizes. The hospitality of this place, well it’s just simply amazing from the start, Their style, presentation and delivery, down to a fine art. You are made to feel welcome from the very moment that you arrive, Just what was needed for us, after such a long drive. There was Michele the manager, Leonardo and Matteo too, Nothing was too much trouble and they did all they can do. The rooms are spacious with every detail so meticulously planned to suit, Double shower and twin wash basins and a huge queen bed to boot. The shower wash, conditioner and body lotion and all locally made, Provided in abundance in such presentation and professionally laid. The view out over the hills, is what totally sells this wonderful place, The elegance and perfection, is truly a thing of grace. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is available and all provided within, Catering for all with meats dishes, vegan or choice of vegetarian. To be able to dine as we did and watch the sun carefully lay down, Surrounded by other various diners all smiling, not a single frown. The August heat is exceptional, as are the crystal blue skies, Such a difference to British weather and certainly a far cry. We were simply lost in the moment and the total perfection of it all, The best stay ever not an understatement, we simply had a ball. Looking for a stay in Tuscany, look no further than Greve in Chianti right now, It’s 10 out of 10 rating, is very simple to see somehow. I’ve never been to any place, where I’ve said that I would return for sure, But this place grabbed our hearts and reminded us what’s pure. Neil Springall August 2024