

Where to Stay in Tuscany: Most Charming Hotels
A selection of distinguished Tuscan retreats, where centuries-old heritage meets understated comfort. These charming estates offer serene landscapes, authentic local character, and a quietly refined atmosphere.
Borgo Santo Pietro
A peaceful countryside hideaway steeped in history and natural beauty.

This nearly 1,000-year-old restored villa sits amid tailored gardens, a tranquil lake, and organic farms. Its restaurants, with the most beautiful views of the vineyards and Tuscan hills, highlight local cuisine with homegrown ingredients, in a true Farm-to-Table fashion. This makes Borgo Santo Pietro the perfect place for a most peaceful retreat.



L'olmo
A historic farmhouse turned boutique hotel, offering authentic charm and local delights.

This 1600s farmhouse, once a post-station, is now a family-run boutique hotel with beautiful rustic suites, homegrown produce, a picturesque and flowery courtyard, and a lounging area with views to nothing but the rolling hills of Val d'Orcia and the silhouette of the iconic town of Pienza in the distance. All in all, L'Olmo captures Tuscany’s true spirit.



Castelfalfi
A hilltop retreat, fusing comfort with countryside and sea views.

Located in a medieval village of its own, full of character, charming corners, and even its own castle, Castelfalfi is a complete retreat where you can enjoy full days of relaxation or filled with the most immersive activities, from learning about the art of Falconry to diving into the wine-making at the estate, or dining at one of its many restaurants with views to lose sight. All with the gentle embrace of the rhythms of Tuscan living.



borgo pignano
A hilltop retreat where rich history meets understated comfort.

This 1,000-year-old estate, with interiors beautifully adorned with local art and with a quintessentially Tuscan decoration, offers both private villas with their own private pools as well as elegant suites. Outside, you have sweeping views of the landscape around, all the way to Volterra and San Gimignano, making it a perfect paradise to unwind and explore central Tuscany at a gentle pace.



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Tuscany is a treasure trove of scenic beauty and picturesque experiences, and it deserves to be explored in the most complete way.
To discover all my 20+ accommodations recommendations, from small boutique hotels and charming B&Bs to the most wonderful luxury retreats, explore my guide to 7 Days in Tuscany.