We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Follonica, Italy. We have also included hotels in resorts, historic properties, historic villas, country estates, old "castello"-s, french "relais" (mansions), palaces, family-run hotels, old palaces, old manor houses, beautiful country residences and mansions. 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.
Beach front location. Stunning pool facilities. Offering a vast garden and an outdoor pool, Fattoria Cirene is a traditional country house in the Tuscan countryside. It is just 10 minutes' drive from Follonica's sandy beaches. The Cirene offers Tuscan-style apartments, most with terracotta floors and wood-beamed ceilings. Each includes a fully equipped kitchen and several bedrooms. Some apartments include a terrace or patio. The property is in a quiet and green area, 4 km from the centre of Follonica and 40 km from Grosseto. With ferry links to the beautiful Elba Island, Piombino Port is a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
Elegant. Great 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.
Nice style. Comfortable beds. Nestled on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, Relais Vedetta Boutique Hotel provides luxurious accommodation with a mix of antique and design elements. It is a 5-minute drive from the sea. Rooms at the Relais are quiet, well-equipped and beautifully designed. Rooms have iPod docking stations, LCD Sky TV and pillow menus. You will be surrounded by beautiful countryside of Tuscany's Maremma area, including woods and olive groves. They have free Wi-Fi and stone bathrooms and offer great views. Breakfast consists of homemade produce and is served on the porch until late morning. Biscuits and fruit are always available in the lounge. The property is a 10-minute drive from Follonica. You can park your car on site. Castiglione della Pescaia is 30 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Charming. Nice SPA. Podere Tre Cipressi Country Resort has a quiet location along the wine route, Strada dei Vini della Val di Cornia, in Tuscany's unspoilt Maremma area. It offers comfortable apartments and a garden with pool and BBQ. Each apartment has a rustic yet elegant design. You will find tiled floors, wooden furniture and beamed ceilings. Apartments overlook the garden and feature a living room with satellite TV and fully equipped kitchenette. Tre Cipressi provides free parking and also has a coin-operated laundry room. The swimming pool is open between May and September. Set between Riotorto and San Lorenzo, the property is 10 minutes' drive from Campiglia Marittima. The nearest beach is just 5 km away, while restaurants and shops are within a 3 km radius.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most CHARMING apartment hotel in Follonica.
Beautiful. Great restaurant. Set in Campiglia Marittima, 20 km from Piombino Port, Castello Bonaria Wine & Spa Resort offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Castello Bonaria Wine & Spa Resort. The accommodation provides room service and a concierge service for guests. At the hotel you will find a restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Golf Club Punta Ala is 42 km from the accommodation, while Piombino Train Station is 18 km from the property.Show full description
Historic. Great location. Palazzo La Fenice is a historic mansion in Massa Marittima. It offers a large garden, and apartments with satellite TV. At Palazzo La Fenice apartments are air-conditioned and overlook the rooftops of Massa Marittima. In the same street as the Palazzo La Fenice you can easily find some bars, a restaurant /pizzeria, a typical restaurant, a takeaway pizzeria/sandwich/delicatessen shop, a bakery, an hairdresser and a church. The apartments are set over 3 floors with elevator, and each is themed after a major Tuscan city. In 10-minute walk also takes you to the pharmacy, bank, supermarkets and a launderette. The same time will take to get to Piazza del Duomo. The bus to/from Follonica Railway Station stops nearby. City centre is 400 metres away. A parking garage for motorcycles and bicycles is also available.Show full description
Very cosy. Gorgeous surroundings. Set in 500 hectares of private land, Pieve di Caminino Historic Farm features forests, gardens and 2 lakes. It offers elegant accommodation in an 11th-century building with historic paintings and antique furniture. Pieve di Caminino has its own swimming pool overlooking Montemassi Castle. Housed in a 11th-century building, this historic property offers a choice of rooms, suites and apartments with free WiFi. Set on a hilltop, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards, churches from the Middle Ages and, on clear days, the sea. Each one includes a toaster, kettle with tea and coffee and a private bathroom. Some come with air conditioning and a kitchen or kitchenette. Pieve di Caminino Historic Farm is a 10-minutes drive from Roccastrada and near a number of medieval towns. It is a 40-minute drive from Castiglione della Pescaia on the coast.Show full description
I rate this as the most peaceful, historic and romantic farm stay in Follonica. It also has beautiful surroundings. WOW!
Close to beach front. Great restaurant. Immersed in a park and set right on the beach, Golfo del Sole features several pools, sport facilities, and bars and restaurants. It is just a 5-minute drive from Follonica, and 20 minutes from Piombino for ferries to Elba Island. Parking is free. Rooms, bungalows and some apartments are air conditioned and come with a TV, safe, and private bathroom. They are simply decorated and have wooden furniture. Each room has 1 parasol, a deck chair and 2 sun loungers for free at the beach. Most rooms and apartments also offer free WiFi. On site you will find a well equipped fitness centre, tennis and volleyball courts as well as a 5-a-side football pitch and minigolf. Water sports such as windsurfing, sailing and canoeing can be organised. Entertainment activities for children and adults are also available. Restaurant La Trattoria serves an extensive buffet at breakfast. For lunch and dinner, you can taste classic and reinterpreted Tuscan and international cuisine, along with fresh seafood dishes.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Cosy rooms. This exclusive estate is nestled in the Maremma countryside, surrounded by vineyards. It features an outdoor infinity swimming pool, a restaurant and a rich buffet breakfast. The estate is 8 km from the SS1 Aurelia national road and a 30-minute drive from Follonica on the coast. La Pietra Nature Reserve is 15 km away. Rooms and suites at Wine Resort Conti di San Bonifacio have elegant furnishings and Carrara marble bathrooms. Some feature four-poster beds and lovely views of the vineyards. Freshly baked cakes feature at breakfast, along with sausages, eggs and cheeses. The Conti di San Bonifacio's restaurant serves traditional Tuscan cuisine, 7 days a week. Horse-riding excursions and nighttime treks can be organised at reception. The property also holds wine-tasting and cookery courses.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most well designed, relaxing and stylish country houses in Follonica! It also has very cosy rooms. AMAZING.
Highly elegant. Great value. 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
This might be one of the most ELEGANT farm stays in Follonica.
Beach front location. Historic. Amazing pool. Located in Campiglia Marittima’s countryside, just a 10-minute drive from the sea , Antico Borgo Casalappi offers a swimming pool, a spacious garden, free parking on site, and free WiFi in public areas. All apartments are decorated in a typical Tuscan style, featuring wooden furniture, exposed wood-beamed ceilings and wrought-iron beds. Each comes with a seating area, an en suite bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchenette. In the summer, you can relax by the pool, have a swim, or just enjoy the peace and the sun in the property’s garden, equipped with tables, chairs, and deckchairs. Borgo Casalappi also offers BBQ facilities. Torre Mozza, with its beaches, is just 10 km from the property. Pisa Galilei Airport is a 1-hour drive away. 8 km from its main train station . Show full description
Luxurious. Great value. Popular among couples. Immersed in the Tuscan countryside between Siena and Florence, this 4-star hotel offers high-quality service on 20 acres of rich parkland, just outside of Monteriggioni. You can enjoy a peaceful and relaxing setting at Borgo San Luigi. This 17th-century palace is just 2 km from the motorways and set on an unpaved road. You can participate in a variety of sports on this rich, resort-like, country estate. Rest in the shade of the thick gardens, enjoy a swim in the Olympic-sized pool, or savour breakfast outdoors poolside during the summer. There is a tennis court and a football field. Go quad biking or horseback riding and explore the surrounding rural area. Borgo San Luigi has friendly, professional staff who can organise tours, excursions or team-building events, an ideal way to relax between meetings. Enjoy high-quality rooms with period furniture and Tuscan-style furnishings. Featuring vineyard or mountain views, rooms include rustic fire places, historic frescoes and Tuscan four-poster beds. Nearly all rooms offer a garden or a balcony. Savour typical Tuscan cooking at La Limonaia, the chic on-site restaurant at Borgo San Luigi. La Limonaia is suitable for a variety of events, including large receptions, ceremonies, banquets and business dinners. Borgo San Luigi is the perfect location to enjoy a unique holiday, where you can participate in a cooking school or English-language school.Show full description
Borgo San Luigi is a historic hotel in Monteriggioni, with elegant rooms and beautiful gardens. It provides a luxurious experience in a charming, 17th-century setting. The hotel's rich history and serene atmosphere set it apart from other accommodations in the area, making it a unique and memorable place to stay.
Beach front location. Tennis court. Immersed in a lush Mediterranean park with artificial lakes, Il Pelagone Hotel & Golf Resort Toscana is open throughout the year. In the heart of the Tuscan countryside, it offers fully equipped apartments with air conditioning and a balcony or garden. A small, yet comprehensive Tuscan-style wellenss centre offers Ayurveda and beauty treatments. The resort also boasts 2 superior restaurants (one of which was voted the best among Golf resort restaurants in Italy), 2 swimming pools, and 2 tennis courts. A private beach with sun loungers is also available, set 18 km from the property. Set right next to the apartments, a wonderful 18-hole golf course is surrounded by palms, olive trees and cypresses. Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails are located in the surroundings. The Maremma Natural reserve is 50 km from the property, and Follonica's beaches can be reached by car in just 20 minutes.Show full description
Elegant. Offering an infinity pool and a hot tub, Arli Hotel Hideaway Punta Ala is located a 10-minute walk from the nearest beach and 4 km from Marina di Punta Ala harbour. It features a well-kept garden equipped with tables, chairs, deckchairs and sun loungers. Guests enjoy a varied breakfast and air-conditioned rooms. All rooms have either a furnished balcony or a patio and offer a TV, a small fridge and an en suite bathroom. A gym and a sauna are available at the property. Breakfast at the Arli Hotel is a continental buffet, including both sweet and savoury products. Golf Club Punta Ala is just 3 km from the hotel while Grosseto is less than a 1-hour drive away. Castiglione della Pescaia is 24 km away. Free on-site parking is available, and includes charging stations for e-cars: Bike rental is also at guests' disposal.Show full description
Great value. With 2 swimming pools and a range of sports facilities, Casa in Maremma Tuscany Village is in the Tuscan countryside, 8 km from Follonica beach. It features well-equipped apartments with private patios. Apartments are bright and spacious with comfortable living and dining areas. All air-conditioned, they also feature satellite TV, a bathroom with hairdryer and a kitchen or kitchenette with coffee maker. Casa in Maremma Tuscany Village has something for everyone, with 2 floodlit tennis courts, a five-a-side football pitch and 2 basketball courts. There is also a children's playground and a kids' pool. A buffet breakfast is available and the restaurant serves a combination of Tuscan recipes and international cuisine. Please note that the restaurant will be closed from 21st of October 2022 to 1st of April 2023. During this period, breakfast or other meals will not be possible at the property. Free parking is provided and the property is 5 minutes' drive from Scarlino for trains to Grosseto, Pisa and Florence.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Set in the countryside 2 km from Suvereto, Agriturismo La Fontanella is a working farm surrounded by olive groves and farm animals. It features an outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and horse riding school. Rustic-style apartments at La Fontanella come with a kitchenette, air conditioning and TV. They all overlook the garden and pool. The property provides free private parking, and guests can taste and buy the olive oil and wine produced on site. Follonica and the Tuscan coast are 22 km away.Show full description
Delightful property. Superb breakfast. Surrounded by olive groves, this 19th-century estate features an outdoor pool, a tennis court and beautiful views of the Maremma countryside. All air-conditioned rooms and apartments include an LCD satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Scarlino is a 10-minute walk away. Accommodation at La Cianella has classic furnishings, tiled floors and views of the garden or countryside. Apartments have a kitchenette. Some rooms have a four-poster bed, others have wood-beamed ceilings and terracotta floors. Breakfast at the Cianella is Italian-style, with cakes, biscuits and freshly prepared coffee or tea. For other meals, the owners will be happy to recommend good restaurants in Scarlino and in other towns nearby. The property is 10 km from beaches at Cala Violina and a 15-minute drive from Follonica. Bikes are a great way to explore the area and can be hired at reception.Show full description
Cosy. Friendly staff. Located in Gavorrano, 24 km from Golf Club Punta Ala, La Locanda della Vecchia Hosteria provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. The property is allergy-free and is situated 41 km from Piombino Port. At the resort, each room comes with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, guest rooms at La Locanda della Vecchia Hosteria have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are equipped with a patio. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The accommodation offers a children's playground. Piombino Train Station is 40 km from La Locanda della Vecchia Hosteria.Show full description
Luxurious. Great views. Immersed in the green of southern Tuscany's Maremma hills, Castello di Vicarello is a former castle transformed into a luxurious Mediterranean retreat. This pet-friendly property features free WiFi, a spa and a swimming pool surrounded by lush gardens. All the elegant suites and rooms at the Castello di Vicarello feature the highest standard of furniture and objects gathered through years of travelling. The gourmet menus are based on local recipes, using the own Castle’s production and wines from the local vineyards. Each unit has an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub. A restaurant with outdoor seating is available at the property. Guests can enjoy summer dinners under the stars, whilst the winter season offers warm meals by the fireplace. Cooking lessons and wine tasting are available on request. A sweet and savoury breakfast is served daily. Roses, jasmine and countless native flowers mix themselves with ancient lemon and olive trees in the castle's garden. Less than one hour's drive from the hotel guests can also enjoy 2 golf course facilities. Hunting excursions are possible during the season. The village of Paganico is 11 km away, whilst Grosseto's town centre is 36 km away. The picturesque coastal town of Castiglione della Pescaia is 57 km from the property. Siena is less than 1 hour away by car.Show full description
I think this is the most LUXURIOUS farm stay in Follonica. It also has outstanding views.
Great location. Located in the center of Piombino, Albergo Italia storico offers en suite rooms with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. The hotel has a freight elevator / lift to suit your needs. Historic hotel It is 200 meters from the Castle of Piombino and 2 km from the port, which connects the city to the Island of Elba. The Italia hotel rooms are air conditioned, with classic-style furnishings and parquet floors. Each private bathroom is complete with free toiletries, hairdryer and shower. Some rooms have a balcony. This family-run hotel is within walking distance of restaurants, shops and cafes. The famous beach of Baratti is 10 km away, while the sandy beaches of Sterpaia can be reached by car in about 20 minutes.Show full description
This charming hotel is situated in the historic center of Piombino. It is housed in a restored building and offers cozy rooms with sea views. The prime location allows easy access to the Gulf of Baratti and the Etruscan city of Populonia.
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