Castellina in Chianti hotellia

Plussat: Hospitality amazing, place immaculately cared for

Plussat: Location was magical - overlooking a valley and surrounding hills with vineyards, olive groves and hilltop villages. Guido was a superb and gracious host, recommending places to visit for daytrips and making suggestions for restaurants for lunch and dinner and attending to bookings for us. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast on the Terrace was wonderful as was the complimentary aperitivo hour at night. All in all, a peaceful, idyllic place to stay in Chianti.

Miinukset: We liked everything about the place!

Plussat: Very nice and quiet atmosphere with exclusive views of Volpaia and the Tuscany landscape. I cannot praise the location and the hospitality enough. You can't eat dinner here, but in nearby Volpaia there are several choices. In our case we tried Bar-Ucci, which is run by Paula, and I can assure you that she will take care of you in the best possible way. Volpaia and Bar-Ucci is worth the trip in itself. Its a treat!

Miinukset: The 3-4 km road from nearest village Volpaia can be a challenge. It is a narrow gravel road, and at the time of our visit it was in partly bad condition due to heavy rainfall a week before. You can reach the village by a 15-20 min walk through the forest (tractor road) which is ok in daylight. If you want a taxi for your transport back from, let's say, a dinner in Volpaia, this can be prebooked from chiantitaxi (very service-minded and friendly).

Plussat: It was beautiful and perfect. Lovely little touches and details throughout.

Plussat: The Locanda is an beautifully designed intimate hotel with the best views in Chianti. Guido was an incredible host providing unexpected special touches. This is the place to stay in the Chianti region.

Plussat: The hotel grounds were incredibly beautiful. The views of Volpaia and the valley below were spectacular. Guido, the host, was incredibly hospitable and made sure every detail was attended to. He was the most charming and gracious host! We will be back!

Plussat: We adored Guido and his gorgeous property! Being here was such an escape and he is so hospitable. The rooms were completely charming, full of little welcoming touches, and the view from the pool over the hills is absolutely incomparable. We had some car trouble while we were there and he was so supportive-- he went above and beyond to make sure the mechanic in Radda took care of us.

Plussat: Absolutely perfect in every way.

Plussat: Guido is great and his angles too, location is amazing and the mansion is awesome!

Plussat: Guido welcomed us with his cheery smile that remained throughout our entire stay. The setting of La Locanda is beautiful, overlooking the small nearby town of Volpaia and the rolling hills beyond, waking up to this everyday was simply wonderful. Volpaia is a 15-20 minute walk away on foot, down one side of the valley and up the other. The terrain is fairly uneven in parts, so may be tricky for less able people, although the road can be used, but the journey is slightly longer. Having a car is a must really. The swimming pool is great, bottles of cold mineral water provided, towels and plenty of loungers for the number of guests. This is a beautiful tranquil place so only a handful of guests are here at any one time. One of the highlights is the evening Aperitifs outside on the terrace. Guido serves up Prosecco and wine, with nibbles, and the guests tend to gather here to chat, share stories before ehading out to dinner, a lovely way to start the evening. Each room has a small fridge, and there is also a very well stocked honesty bar, with wines, beers, soft drinks etc, and the tea & coffee station (free to use) is very handy. A wonderful wonderful stay here with my wife, we long to return. Guido is fantastic and has some very interesting stories. It was a pleasure to meet him and stay in his fabulous creation.

Plussat: The atmosphere created by the delightful owners made us feel we were staying in a private home. Being in the depths of the country, it is very peaceful.

Miinukset: La Laconda is situated 3.5k from the nearest road up a rutted track, so it is not well-placed for sight-seeing visits to Florence, Siena, etc. (A hotel with atmosphere and excellent facilities in a nearby small town was also considerably less expensive.)

Plussat: Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at La Locanda. It is located in a pretty area of Tuscany with exceptional views. Guido and Martina are lovely hosts and they made our stay memorable. Our room was charming and very comfortable. Our stay at La Locanda will be memorable.

Plussat: Peace and quiet, excellent hosts.

Miinukset: Leaving...

Plussat: We loved everything about this property!

Miinukset: We could hear conversations from the people in the next room. The walls seemed thin.

Plussat: Honors wine by glass system. Views. Grounds.

Miinukset: Room was small and noisy. Could hear people right outside our door and upstairs. Rest of the place was fantastic.

Plussat: Locanda Le Piazze had everything we were looking for in Tuscany. It is truly a magical place, property perfectly kept, it’s just like the pictures! It is surrounded by olive trees and vineyards. Staff is so friendly, rooms are elegant and the restaurant and food are outstanding. Ambience was so cozy and laid back. My husband and so fell in love with this place, can’t wait to go back!

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Everything. It’s exceptional. Boutique in true sense.

Miinukset: I have to leave.

Plussat: This is a perfect location in Tuscany. The views are simply amazing! The staff are also very friendly and help you with anything that you need. Finally, the restaurant has amazing food. Guido does an excellent job. They are just sneaky! The 5 course meal become 8 with the pre-appetizers and post desserts!

Plussat: In a word: perfection. In two words: top notch. This place is AMAZING. I wanted to move in!!! So beautiful. The room was clean, modern and cozy. The bed is VERY comfortable. The bathroom was clean and modern with a rain showerhead. That was just the room. The rest of the hotel? SO COZY! A lobby and bar that I wanted to curl up with a book and a glass of wine. The grounds? GORGEOUS. Olive groves, views of the rolling hills of Tuscany, and a nice-size pool. The restaurant? OUT OF THIS WORLD. Truly. EVERYTHING was made from scratch. The breakfast offered far exceeded any hotel breakfast I have ever had (or any breakfast I have ever had, period). Housemade preserves, housemade yogurt, housemade granola, housemade chocolate (yes), beautiful pastries, and housemade sausage (just some of the highlights). The dinner was outstanding as well. I cannot put into words how much I loved this place. While I was still there I was thinking about the next time I can come back! So relaxing--like a spa, but better. The staff was also very nice and accommodating. This place set the standard for which I will judge all other places.

Plussat: This hotel is fantastic and a wonderful option in the area! I can't say enough good things. The fully stocked honor bar at both the hotel and pool were a nice touch. The food at the restaurant was also great and the breakfast was lovely. The location is great being close to Sienna and other small towns in the Chianti region. The grounds of the property are beautiful and you can fully relax and disconnect!

Miinukset: We were there in the off season and my only very small suggestion would for the hotel to have some more recommendations for things to do in the area and other places to eat.

Plussat: This property is 5 star all the way. Beautiful, comfortable, elegant. Kitchen is fantastic as are the staff. Walking around the vineyards was lovely. So peaceful.

Miinukset: We loved everything!

Plussat: Very clean, quaint room. Nice lobby area to relax. Plenty of parking on-site if driving through

Miinukset: When first booked, the rate was a good bargain, we moved the date to one day forward and was charged $55 US dollars more, which made it a bad deal for the money. When asking manager to honor the original rate, they refused. This was in October (not a busy time of year). Everything was extra, including morning coffee. It was a good 20 minute walk to historical city center.

Plussat: The location and rooms were lovely. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful.

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: Great accommodations and great staff. We stayed here before and loved it.

Miinukset: Stairs! There are many stairs

Plussat: Location and views

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Great location in the heart of the wonderful scenario of Chianti region. Great place to be based to visit it during the weekend. The staff has been excellent and very welcoming. The place itself gives you a sense of home with its warm areas and gardens. A special thanks goes to Niko, the night consierge, for the nice chat and company when back to the hotel around midnight. Francesco, Valerio, Dalila and Greta

Plussat: Staff were nice, and accommodation is peaceful.

Miinukset: Upon booking this property, one makes use of various filters there are. One of these was offers dinners. However, to our dismay, upon arriving (even though we had contacted the accommodation separately and were assured), we were informed that due to low season dinner could not be served. Similarly, this also held for the advertised activities. If we had known, we would have chosen another accommodation which offers the same views, room type for a much lesser price. If the accommodation does not offer this, then it should be reflected when booking.

Plussat: Good location for town centre and on site parking for our motorcycle

Miinukset: Rooms rather small but adequate

Plussat: Location is perfect for wine lovers and romantic couples.

Miinukset: Wi-fi did not always work in the room.

Plussat: Beautiful location

Miinukset: Little attention payed to us upon arrival...seemed like self service Wine tasting included 3 wines only what was disappointing

Plussat: The staff is amazing: they're kind and very helpful. The rooms are big and breakfast is served with homemade products. We also dined in the evening and the food was really good. The view is totally worth the ride through the mountains. Marco is a very friendly host, thank you!!!

Miinukset: The only bad thing is the Wi-Fi.

Plussat: Fantastic location in the middle of the Chianti region. When you move into Borgo, you feel like a local. It is literraly a small village and the houses are converted into Hotel rooms. Beautiful scenery, friendly staff, tranquality, ...

Miinukset: The local restaurant staff could pay more attention to guests. Sometimes we had the feeling that they are boared and can hardly wait for the end of the shift ...

Plussat: Location, views, quiet

Miinukset: Nothing loved it

Plussat: Many stays here - always enjoy wonderful food and fabulous staff and owners - very accommodating

Miinukset: nothing

Plussat: Beautiful residence located in a peaceful area. There are two pools, a library and a really nice restaurant that serves delicious food. We stayed 5 nights and will definately go back.

Miinukset: - maybe some local jams would be nice for breakfast rather than the commercial brands served in plastics. But other than that the breakfast is really nice !

Plussat: Enthusiastic friendly staff, nice pools

Plussat: Great garden and pool, classic stone buildings , nicely renovated.

Miinukset: We had a junior suite which was spacious but the bathroom was tiny. 1 espresso coffee per person at breakfast? Limited fresh fruit selection for this standard of property.

Plussat: the cappuccino was excellent. the coffee was only fair.

Miinukset: more electrical outlets

Plussat: Quiet, away from towns, but still close and easy to get everywhere quickly. Beautiful view from our balcony.

Miinukset: The percolator coffee at breakfast needs work, it’s much too weak. Fortunately we had an espresso per person included with breakfast.

Plussat: Wonderful location with nice walking trails around the corner. Highly recommended!

Plussat: Loved this property! Super romantic with an amazing room! It was cozy, everything was beautiful, well decorated and we even had a chance to have a free wine tasting experience of the local wine from the owners. The staff recommended a great restaurant nearby and breakfast was great too. Everything looks like it appears in the pictures.

Miinukset: Everything was great, no complaints.

Plussat: Staff was great and we enjoyed the mid evil feel of the village.

Miinukset: The rooms were dark.

Plussat: The room was amazing!

Miinukset: The hot water ran out quickly.

Plussat: Loved the charm, character, location, everything! The breakfasts each day in the Osteria were fantastic and the staff were all friendly, helpful and amazing

Miinukset: It wasn’t well advertised that you couldn’t eat in the restaurant certain nights at the booking stage. Last check in time is quite early so had to go back out after to source food.

Plussat: Upon our arrival, we were offered a complementary glass of wine, the receptionist shielded us from the rain with umbrella to the very entrance of the room. Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff, made us look forward to the next time at Castello di Fonterutoli. Wonderful restaurant for both dinner and breakfast.

Plussat: If you're looking for an authentic taste of Tuscay, this is the place for you. The staff were amazing and even stayed on a little later to accommodate our check in. The b&b is tucked away, but has everything you could need and I can highly recommend the restaurant and the vineyard tour. The wine is delicious too!

Plussat: 10% discount in the restaurant

Plussat: Very charming 15th century house. Lovely views from the terrace and the swimming pool. Area has plenty of great food options. Staff was very friendly and helpful, without exception. Breakfast was great too.

Miinukset: Rooms are a bit dark and could be modernised but at this price point it's part of the charm.

Plussat: Central location, excellent room ( decor, size) historic building. Excellent breakfast. Parking. Restaurant and wine shop alsoexcellent

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Great service. Restorant food and service are excellent.

Miinukset: NA

Plussat: Staff Stunning views and medieval location Spa is stunning

Miinukset: Tea making facilities would be nice

Plussat: Very authentic atmosphere in the hotel.

Miinukset: No elevator, too much stairs with heavy luggage. Parking a bit difficult if more than few guests in the hotel.

Plussat: Very quiet and well furnished room, with comfy beds. Exceptionally clean. Historical setting. Very helpful staff. Nice restaurant with enthusiastic staff.

Miinukset: There was no bar for drinks on an evening. The hotel would benefit from an outdoor pool, but there is an indoor pool and outdoor jacuzzis.

Plussat: The staff and hotel were amazing! The room was spacious, the bathroom modern and clean and breakfast was delicious. We had a great stay with our dog.

Miinukset: Many steps in the Palazzo

Plussat: Henkilökunta oli ystävällinen ja avulias. Aamiainen oli laadukas ja riittävä.

Plussat: Loistava hotelli hienolla sijainnilla. Kylpylä hyvä.

Plussat: Close to everything in town and only minutes from great wineries.

Plussat: Romantic hotel, nice rooms, lovely restaurant. Spa was nice. Surroundings.

Miinukset: I expected more for the money,

Plussat: If you want to have a movie-like experience in a centuries-old villa in the heart of Tuscany, look no further. Everything is kept very close to the original - the furniture, the windows, the floor, it's like walking and sleeping in a museum, but the rooms are very clean and comfortable. Definitely opt for the breakfast (we loved it!) and if the weather is nice you can serve it on the terrace - you get the best view. The owner is very friendly and he'll show you around the whole place, it will make you feel like home. Keep in mind that you need a car to reach the property.

Plussat: historical chambers

Plussat: A beautiful historic property

Plussat: Owner, breakfast, quiet, relaxing, spacious grounds, the view was breathtaking!!

Miinukset: Bed was really firm, but the location and owners more than make up for it.

Plussat: villa casalaschi is an amazing place!! we have enjoyed very much the hostility. we had a great view from the room and we only wished there wasn't so much to do in Tuscany so we could stay on the property longer :)

Plussat: The staff was great. Excellent breakfast. Incredible views. A must if you visit Tuscany. On site parking.

Plussat: Good breakfast, amazing location, friendly staff.

Miinukset: No real options for lunch or dinner at hotel.

Plussat: The staff was fantastic! They truly welcomed us like family and genuinely cared about our stay. You really couldn’t ask for more. The hotel itself has a wonderful rustic feel and makes you really feel at home in Tuscany.

Miinukset: Nothing!

Plussat: Absolutely wonderful, classic Tuscan charm. Excellent service and amazing location. This place is perfect for a family or a romantic getaway for 2. The host was warm and friendly and eager to make our stay as memorable as possible. A short walk to the quaint Chianti town of Castellina makes it all the better.

Plussat: The breakfast was exceptional! Everything was delicious! The owner was so kind and precious, he always greeted us with a smile.

Plussat: Everything was excelent

Plussat: Everything, good food, the personnel very friendly and helpful, the surrounding beautiful place...

Miinukset: Nothing to mention - ou the road was awful.

Plussat: Very peaceful, excellent food, friendly staff, perfect location for couples and close to a few vineyards

Miinukset: Small shower and noisy air conditioner

Plussat: Breakfast and evening meals were fantastic. The sunset wine tour amazing. We stayed in a suite which was gorgeous and very romantic. Staff all very friendly and helpful. The views and surrounding area are stunning.

Miinukset: The dirt track roads leading to the hotel are pretty bad but we managed it in a normal family car, no need for a 4x4. Don't let the roads put you off though, the setting in the middle of nowhere is gorgeous!

Plussat: The hotel is set on a beautiful hill top with fantastic views, total peace and quiet, individually decorated rooms and great staff.

Miinukset: It’s not that we didn’t like this but be aware that there is about 10min driving on dirt roads so don’t take a very small car...

Plussat: We loved our stay and property

Miinukset: Location design decor grounds all beautiful

Plussat: The beautifully appointed rooms have always been very clean and comfortable. The Internet also works very well. We always enjoy the breakfast which is included and the front desk staff is knowledgeable and helpful. Additionally, Radda is a stunning Tuscan village, which is why we return year after year and always stay at this hotel.

Miinukset: Well it’s never happened to us, but we observed a tourist needing a bit more guidance/ information from a member of the front desk staff. Sometimes, weary International travelers need lots of details.

Miinukset: Kovat sängyt.

Plussat: Wonderful location in the center of Radda in Chianti.

Plussat: The property was lovely. Our room was perfect. The location was fantastic. We enjoyed our experience at the property and can’t wait to return.

Miinukset: There was nothing we didn’t like.

Plussat: Wonderful, Polite, Courteous and Professional Staff that makes you feel like part of their family! This is a Classic little Boutique Hotel in the very center of an iconic Tuscan hill town... Outstanding Breakfast Buffet! We will definitely return next June!

Plussat: We were moved to the sister property Palazzo Leopoldo which turned out to be an unexpected upgrade. This is a fantastic hotel beautiful room with excellent facilities including spas and indoor heated pool. The breakfast is extensive and you can choose to eat on the balcony overlooking the vineyards which is picture perfect

Miinukset: There is an extremely loud weekly disco / rave party held adjacent to the hotel which runs into the early hours of the morning. The bass reverberates throughout the town making it impossible to sleep. I can't believe they hold this so close to the town affecting both tourists and residents. To the credit of staff they allowed us to move to a smaller rear room however the sound was still audible.

Plussat: Lovely location, beautiful hotel and staff really friendly.

Miinukset: Our room was in the roof so a lot of the space not useable due to low beams

Plussat: Excellent breakfast, location and helpful staff

Miinukset: Restaurant looking over the vista had closed, new location had a lot to live up too

Plussat: Staff kindness and restaurant/breakfast

Miinukset: overpriced

Plussat: The decor and ambiance were lovely.

Miinukset: We were given a room with no view, overlooked parked cars; there were no drawers in which to put our clothes; they advertised elevator but our room still required walking up a steep bank of steps; our booking said breakfast not included, cost 16€ pp. in fact we were billed 18€ pp because “it’s only 16 if you both eat breakfast every day of your 4 day stay, otherwise it’s 18€. How ridiculous! Just to squeeze a few extra euros from guests. ,

Plussat: Wonderful location with views over the Tuscan Hills.

Plussat: Excellent location

Miinukset: Beds were quite hard and the bar was expensive

Plussat: We had a lovely room with a view over the vineyards. The hotel has personality plus

Miinukset: Pillows a bit hard

Plussat: The staff were lovely and gracious. Dinner and breakfast were served on a patio that had beautiful views. The food was wonderful.

Plussat: Everything

Miinukset: Nothing

Plussat: Note this review is for the nearby associated property also owned by the Albergo Columbaio called "Villa Casalta". After we booked at Albergo Il Columbaio, they asked if we would take a room at Villa Casalta instead, which we agreed to. I have a feeling they use this to manage overbookings. Casalta is off of a residential gravel road just down from Columbaio so it's necessary to have a car to reach it, but the setting is stunning, probably better than the other one, which is wedged in a parcel just outside town. Castalta has beautiful terraces and grounds overlooking the forested valley and Castellina in Chianti. Very nice breakfast spread and a lovely outdoor terrace to eat on.

Miinukset: Limited services at Casalta- only one person on staff. We had to go the Il Columbaio to take care of check in and so forth, which wasn't quite clear. Room was very large but had almost no outlets and lighting extremely dim, we wouldn't have been able to spend much time in there if we had wanted to (we didn't).

Plussat: Nice swimmingpool to cool down in after hours discovering The Tuscany historical locations and wineyards. Friendly personell and The breakfast was good.

Miinukset: Should give more information about the facilities when checking in. There was a wedding party in The second floor which held us awake The both nights.

Plussat: Great location, staff was wonderful. Breakfast was good too.

Miinukset: Located next to a fairly busy road, just beware that if you’re a light sleeper this might keep you up.

Plussat: Large room and bath in en-suite, pool looked fantastic but unfortunately very chilly, location was good close to Nice hilltop towns.

Miinukset: Cold pool. breakfast was ok only got offered a coffee 1 out of 3 mornings.

Plussat: Hotellin sijainti on upea- näkymät kukkuloille avautuvat uima-altaalta ja osasta huoneita. Uima-allas lisää viihtyisyyttä huomattavasti.

Miinukset: Siisteydessä on parantamisen varaa. Kuvissa hotelli näyttää upealta mutta tämä ei aivan vastaa todellisuutta. Huone oli hieman nuhjuinen ja parhaat päivänsä nähnyt. Emme ole aivan varmoja oliko hotellissa luteita- emme saaneet puremia mutta löysimme pari ötökkää. Vietimme hotellissa viisi yötä.

Plussat: Terrible service at the wine bar, terrible music for a wellness hotel.Poor service and unkind.

Plussat: Place was nice. It had an English Channel news to watch.

Miinukset: Shower needs better design as the water comes out.

Plussat: The hotel was beautiful and lovely pool. It was really clean and the staff were really friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would like to return

Plussat: Located in central chianti. Nice clean rooms. The mediterranean hotel has beautiful cosy interior with a panoramic view of the stunning tuscan hills from the rooftop.

Miinukset: The continental breakfast was more like a 2 star hotel like experience. Zero variety and very poor. You only had 2 types of cold cuts ( the cheapest packed ham that tasted more like water than ham and some salami. The worst breakfast experience I’ve had so far in a 4 star hotel.

Plussat: Loved the pool, really clean and great views! Really quite in September so mostly had the pool to ourselves which is great! Rooms are simple, modern and clean! I’d stay here again, overall a lovely place! Even let us early check in when we had driven such a long way (from Cinque terre) to get there! Which was brilliant as we were knackered and it was raining hard when we got there!

Plussat: really kind staff

Miinukset: old structure

Plussat: Pleasant staff well run.