We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Bolgheri, Italy. We have also included hotels in french "relais" (mansions), historic villas, resorts, historic properties, beautiful country residences, country estates, hamlets and old manor houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated January 2024.
Charming. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Set just 15 minutes drive from the seaside, peaceful Relais Sant'Elena is surrounded by beautiful Tuscan countryside. Relax and enjoy lovely views from this historic residence. Take a walk around Relais Sant'Elena's simple gardens or sit by the outdoor swimming pool and enjoy both the views and the silence surrounding you. The establishment is comprised of 2 different buildings, the Manor House and the Foresteria. Wine tastings, cooking classes and visits to the farm are also available. Add to the magic by enjoying an aperitif by the poolside or a holistic treatment. Free mountain bikes are also available. Inside both you will find elegantly decorated rooms, furnished with antiques. Breakfast is served in the winter garden or under the pretty, covered veranda and features typical Tuscan products. Guests can enjoy traditional Tuscan dishes prepared with local products and fine wines at the on-site restaurant. Relais Sant'Elena's location makes it easy for you to go on unforgettable trips to important Tuscan cities or nearby villages. You can even enjoy wine tasting in the famous Bolgheri vineyards, located just 10 minutes' drive away.Show full description
A unique, historic property located in the green hills of Tuscany with beautifully designed rooms and delicious breakfast served on your private balcony. In addition, the pool is a welcome find, looking up to the historic walled city of Casale Marittimo.
Cosy. Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and views of the garden, Relais Felciaino B&B is set in Bolgheri in the Tuscany Region, 45 km from San Gimignano. Free private parking is available on site. Relais Felciaino B&B features free WiFi throughout the property. Livorno is 45 km from Relais Felciaino B&B, while Volterra is 29 km from the property. Each room is equipped with a TV with satellite channels. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries. The nearest airport is Galileo Galilei Airport, 57 km from the property.Show full description
Charming. Friendly staff. Situated in open countryside and 5 km from the hamlet of Bolgheri, Resort Il Casale Bolgherese is a residence offering a seasonal pool, tennis court and large garden. Its country-style apartments and studios are air conditioned. The property is a good starting point for visiting Bolgheri's historic centre and its mediaeval castle. Apartments feature modern Tuscan-style design, free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. They include a dining area with kitchenette and a bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer. Studios and apartments at ground floor also include a furnished veranda and private garden. After a relaxing dip in the pool, you can sunbathe on the terrace or play tennis. Guests can also buy a refreshing drink or snacks at the bar while Wi-Fi is free in the common areas. The Marina di Castagneto Carducci and Marina di Bibbona’s beaches are reachable in about 5 minutes by car.Show full description
Very cosy. Great views. This 17th-century farmhouse features a panoramic swimming pool overlooking the Tuscan countryside, 25 km from Volterra. It offers free WiFi throughout, rooms with valley views and flat-screen TV, and a restaurant with brick-vaulted ceilings. Rooms at Tenuta Mocajo have a private bathroom with a hairdryer and toiletries. They have simple classic décor and cool tiled floors. Breakfast is served in a dining room with a rustic fireplace. The restaurant serves Tuscan cuisine. A shared refrigerator is available for guests to use. The Mocajo farmhouse is 20 km from Montecatini Val di Cecina and the beaches in Marina di Cecina. You can find the Terme di Sassetta thermal area about 30 km away, and reach the Tirrenia Golf Club in 1 hour by car. Livorno is also a 1-hour drive away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most COSY country house in Bolgheri.
Highly elegant. Great views. Set in an 18th-century restored country home, Tenuta La Bandita offers elegantly furnished accommodation. There is an outdoor swimming pool, an à la carte restaurant and tennis courts. The restaurant is situated in the villa of the estate and specialises in typical local cuisine. Rooms at the Bandita have antique furnishings and come with a TV and mini bar. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Homemade pasta and organic food are used. The property is located in the Tuscan countryside, a 30-minute drive from the coast at San Vincenzo. Piombino is 34 km away.Show full description
I would describe this as the most elegant, peaceful and relaxing farm stay in Bolgheri. It also has outstanding views. WOW!
Beach front location. Nice pool. Offering an outdoor pool, a hot tub and fitness centre, Relais Le Fornacelle is situated in Castagneto Carducci in the Tuscany Region. San Gimignano is 48 km from the property. Livorno is 47 km from Relais Le Fornacelle, while Volterra is 32 km away. The nearest airport is Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport, 75 km from Relais Le Fornacelle. Free WiFi is provided . All rooms and apartments are fitted with a satellite flat-screen TV. Some units feature a terrace and/or balcony with pool or garden views. A refrigerator and coffee machine are also offered. Some units also have a kitchen, fitted with a microwave and toaster. Free private parking is also available. Towels are featured.Show full description
Luxurious. Stunning pool facilities. Conte Gherardo is a historic Tuscan country house, 350 metres from the SS1 Aurelia motorway, Donoratico exit. Parking is free and the beach of Marina di Castagneto Carducci is nearby. Rooms at Podere Conte Gherardo feature antique furnishings, terracotta floors, and a private bathroom with shower and toiletries. All rooms have air conditioning and heating, and breakfast includes homemade pastries. The Conte Gherardo is a former noble residence built in 1886. It is set in its private park, with Mediterranean plants and outdoor swimming pool.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most luxurious country houses in Bolgheri. It also has lovely pool facilities!
Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. The Villetta di Monterufoli is a nice agriturismo set in a former railway station dating back to 1850. Wine and oil are produced on site. Tastings are arranged. Agriturismo Villetta Di Monterufoli has a garden with children's playground, table tennis and table ball. The highlight of the garden is the outdoor swimming pool. All rooms offer air conditioning and views of the garden or countryside of nearby Cecina. The Villetta serves delicious Tuscan cuisine. Outdoor dining is possible in spring and summer.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Found on a mountaintop 365 metres above sea level, Relais I Piastroni is set in an impressive position in the rich Tuscan countryside, overlooking the medieval town of Monteverdi Marittimo. Relais I Piastroni is ideally located to discover the beautiful Tuscany region. Just 20 km from the sea, the Relais is set between Pisa, Livorno and Grosseto. Relais I Piastroni provides mountain bike rentals, perfect for the many nearby nature trails, and a wellness centre. You will be immersed in nature and surrounded by parkland and a rich forest. Here you can indulge in the sauna and Turkish bath, or specifically request treatments and massages. This relaxing haven offers spacious rooms where you can enjoy panoramic views, a large outdoor naturally heated thermal pool, fresh country air and an elegant atmosphere.Show full description
This hotel has a great location in Monteverdi Marittimo.
Beach front location. Luxurious. Great location. Set in the Tuscan countryside, this large holiday village features 3 outdoor pools, a restaurant and minimarket. All self-catering apartments come with a kitchenette and furnished patio. Cecina is 7 km away. Studios and apartments at Il Borgo Centro Vacanze are spread around 15 hectares of Mediterranean parkland. Each includes a fridge and stove. Some apartments feature a fireplace. Traditional Maremmana cuisine is served at the Osteria del Borgo restaurant. Specialities include wild boar, Ribollita soup and Florentine steaks. The resort holds cookery courses and wine tours. The resort is 15 km north of Marina di Bibbona's sandy beaches and a 20-minute drive from Rosignano.Show full description
Close to beach front. Outstanding SPA facilities. Popular among couples. Set directly on the unspoilt Tuscan coast, the Tombolo Talasso Resort comes with a thalassotherapy centre. Enjoy peaceful natural surroundings and relaxing wellness treatments. Tombolo Talasso’s Corallo restaurant offers regional cuisine made from ingredients sourced from neighbouring estates, dishes with sea salts as well as a kids menu. Tombolo Talasso’s 200-metre-long Blue Flag beach is well-equipped and just steps away from the hotel. Walk through pine and olive groves and arrive at the hotel’s beautiful outdoor pool. Head down into the grotto to discover Tombolo Talasso’s extensive wellness centre. Relax in the thalassotherapy saltwater pools, featuring hydromassage and sensory functions, as well as counter-current swimming. Make the most of the Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, Roman bath and relax area in the wellness centre. Beauty and massage treatments are available at extra charge, and exercise equipment is also available. Guests can enjoy free yoga classes from mid June -to mid-September. Children’s treatments are available in the spa. The hotel also has a seaside terrace with exceptional views where you can enjoy lunch buffets and drinks. Almost 300 different wines can be found at the wine bar – enjoy them with local cheeses and meats.Show full description
This luxury hotel has A GREAT BEACH FRONT LOCATION.
Beach front location. Cosy rooms. Situated in Marina di Cecina, 500 metres from Marina di Cecina Beach, Golden Apartments features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a kids' club, room service and free WiFi. The hotel has a terrace and pool views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All rooms in the hotel are fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Golden Apartments rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis at Golden Apartments, and the area is popular for fishing and cycling. Spiaggia Marina di Bibbona is 2.5 km from the hotel, while Le Gorette Beach is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pisa International Airport, 61 km from Golden Apartments.Show full description
I would describe this as the most WELL DESIGNED small hotel in Bolgheri. It also has very cosy rooms and amazing staff.
Great value. Popular among couples. Garden Relais Le Fontanelle provides free parking and free Wi-Fi. Offering two seasonal outdoor pool, it is in the town of Montescudaio, 5 km from Casale Marittimo. Garden Relais Le Fontanelle is around 12 km from Cecina and the coast, and 50 metres from the bus stop linking with Volterra. Your apartment at the property is simply furnished and comes with a dining area with kitchenette and TV. Livorno is a 35-minute drive away.Show full description
Unique. Wonderful SPA facilities. La Cerreta - Terme di Sassetta offers eco-friendly accommodation in Sassetta, surrounded by woods and olive groves. The farm stay features a spa centre and hot spring bath, and guests can relax by the 3 thermal pools boasting hydromassage functions. Rooms are located in 3 adjacent buildings, dating back to the 18th century, and are immersed in the nature. The property's restaurant serves on-site produced items, along with biological food and wines of its own vineyards. Massage treatments are also available upon request. San Vincenzo is 24 km from La Cerreta - Terme di Sassetta, while Volterra is 56 km from the property. Piombino can be reached in 1 hour by car.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Offering a large quiet garden with 2 swimming pools, Relais La Pieve Vecchia guarantees absolute relaxation. Buses to Cecina and Volterra stop 250 metres away. The property’s extensive grounds feature a tennis court and BBQ facilities. Here you also have free Wi-Fi in public areas. La PIeve Vecchia produces its own oil, which can be tasted and are sold on site. Breakfast includes sweet food and the restaurant specializes in local and Italian cuisine. Rooms are simply furnished and features a TV and fridge. Many rooms overlooks the pool and air conditioned. The beach at Marina di Cecina is 10 km away, while Livorno is a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
Palace Lido Hotel & Suites is a 4-star hotel located on the sea promenade of Marina di Cecina, just a few steps from the sandy beach. The hotel offers 36 rooms and suites, each with their own balcony and full or partial sea views. Ranging from 28 to 46 square meters, units at the Palace Lido are spread over 4 floors. Each room has air conditioning, a 50" Smart TV and free WiFi. Some rooms include a bar corner and Nespresso coffee maker. The hotel's restaurant serves fine Mediterranean cuisine based on fish and it includes both indoor and outdoor dining areas. The hotel's panoramic rooftop terrace with a sea view on the fifth floor offers a relaxing pool with a solarium area and a cocktail bar. On request, guests of Palace Lido Hotel & Suites can take advantage of the beach service (according to availability, subject to an extra cost), airport shuttle and guided tours, as well as wine tastings, boat tours and water sports facilities. Florence is 120 km from the hotel, while Volterra is 43 km away. The nearest airport is Pisa International Airport, 62 km from Palace Lido Hotel & Suites.Show full description
Very stylish. Featuring an outdoor pool, terrace, and BBQ facilities, Fattoria di Collemezzano is a farm that produces extra virgin olive oil in the Tuscan countryside. Cecina is a 10-minute drive away. The apartments are furnished in a rustic, elegant style and have wood-beamed ceilings and arched doorways. Offering a terrace with outdoor seating, the apartments also include a flat-screen TV, fully equipped kitchenette, and private bathroom. Wi-Fi is free in all areas. Guests can also enjoy horse riding, a children’s playground, and a golf course 3 km away. Livorno is 35 km from the property, while Florence Airport is a little more than a 1-hour drive away.Show full description
Offering a garden-side pool and a shared BBQ, Borgo di Monte Murlo offers country-style apartments. Located in the countryside, the property is 3 km from Casino di Terra. Facing the garden, Borgo di Monte Murlo’s air-conditioned apartments come with wood-beamed ceilings, a dining area with satellite TV and kitchenette. Each includes a bathroom with shower while some have a patio or balcony. Guests can swim in pool while their kids can have fun in the small paddling pool. Marina di Cecina’s beaches are 20 km away. The picturesque town of Volterra, with its Cathedral and well-preserved Etruscan walls, is reachable in 30 minutes by car.Show full description
Situated in Monteverdi Marittimo, Il Castelluccio features accommodation with an outdoor pool, and terrace. A garden, barbecue and a children's playground are available at the accommodation. San Vincenzo is 22 km from Il Castelluccio, while Massa Marittima is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pisa International Airport, 90 km from the bed and breakfast.Show full description
Delightful property. Amazing pool. Set just 11 km from Acqua Village, Borgo Felciaione offers accommodation in Riparbella with access to pool with a view, a garden, as well as a housekeeping service. There is a private entrance at the aparthotel for the convenience of those who stay. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Each unit comes with a private bathroom with a bidet, while certain rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchenette with a dishwasher. At the aparthotel, all units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A restaurant, snack bar and bar can be found on-site. You can play table tennis at the aparthotel. Outdoor play equipment is also available for guests at Borgo Felciaione. Theatre of Silence is 29 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Pisa International Airport, 62 km from Borgo Felciaione.Show full description
I really like this place... I think it is one of the most BEAUTIFUL apartment hotels in Bolgheri.
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