We had the most amazing stay!!! Every single staff member was wonderful. We ate most of our meals…read moreon the premises, and our meals were excellent! Even our driver Marian, our driver for two days, was unbelievable. All of the places he suggested to us were perfect for our group. He was on time and went above and beyond in every way. I would highly recommend Castello Di Casole. You will not be disappointed!!!!

There are certain places in this world that deserve a visit. Not because they have beautiful…read morearchitecture or fantastic gastronomy or the perfect example of nature. But because they are a bit of everything that is represented in what I consider "life well lived". I stole that line from Montage hotels by the way. Anyway, Casole is one of the most beautiful locations in the world. Located in the center of Tuscany just minutes from Siena, Florence, Volterra , Montalcino etc. it not only provides a convenient spot to home base your exploration of Tuscany but it does it with a beauty and experience that you will never forget. The grounds are made up of gardens, olive trees and vibrant colorful flowers. The stone work on the grounds and buildings is old world Italy mixed with a modern day burst of colors. The pool is stunning and overlooks the rolling hills. The restaurants are amazing and food is fantastic. And not to forget the service. Unbelievable. It's like the staff should be dining with you. They are your family but never loose sight of there mission. Memorable experience. Note. This is not a resort you experience on a budget. It is pricey, but value for the experience is well worth it. I must make one comment hopefully for the Belmond executives and directors to read. I struggled between 4 and 5 stars. Now based on my review, there is no question that 5 stars should be in order. Here's my only issue and someone needs to address this at the management level. I have been coming to Casole for years. It is again one of my favorite spots on earth. Recently the timbers company sold the resort to Belmond who is owned by LVNH. This is good to me because I am a big fan of the company. Now the issue. There seams to be a disconnect between the timbers resorts and Belmond. Timbers is still in control of the farm houses from my understanding. Those Of us that have fractional access through Timbers use the hotels services and grounds while we stay in farmhouses it villas. This process in the past was always seamless and without issue. But upon arrival we were greeted very differently. The hotel reception was very indifferent and acted as though we could not use the facility's because and I quote, "we were staying with a different company then Belmond and things like room service may not be possible". Now obviously I got this issue fixed quickly but just the separation feeling between the two company's is apparent. Needs to be fixed. I kept my 5 stars anyway because I think the place deserves it even with this issue. Castello di Casole. A must visit in Tuscany.

This hotel is great! The room was spacious and overlooked their beautiful garden. It was very clean…read moreand well kept. My wife and I stayed for three nights while in Siena. They had a lovely continental breakfast every morning, which we ate in the garden overlooking the incredible view and hillside of the Tuscan landscape. I highly recommend this hotel over something that lacks the views.

Just amazing! Our room looked out over the garden and the hills beyond Siena and it was as if we…read morewere looking out at a painting. The room itself was just beautiful with a lovely bathroom. The staff were super friendly and the whole experience just first rate. The hotel is convenient to all the attractions, great restaurants and also a nice little supermarket. They have an electric kettle and instant coffee in the room as well as a fridge. It was so nice to be able to enjoy a coffee before heading out for the day. They do offer parking for 10 Euros a day, and clear instructions on how to get in and out of the City without getting fined! Remember, the City center is a no drive area for non residents. Just do as the hotel indicates and you will be fine. The other recommendation is to book directly, they assured me they charge less than going through Booking or Expedia and will also discount if you pay in cash.

Temporarily closed for renovations!!!!!! Call first…read more Scheduled to reopen sometime in 2024. It was beautiful before, so I'm sure it will be again. Tasting room available in Piazza of Greve.

One of the oldest (and most beautiful) vineyards in Italy. We did not stay in the Villa, but we did…read morecome here for lunch, as well as took a wine tour with a tasting. We had heard great reviews about the restaurant- and we were able to get in the same day for lunch, despite no reservations. I ordered the homemade tagliatelle with beef ragu- the noodles were fresh and cooked to perfection, the beef ragu sauce had a good amount of meat, and was very flavorful. The best part about the restaurant is how FRESH everything is- you sit next to a garden and will actually see the chef go down and pick out fresh basil, kale, etc. for dishes on the menu. The tour itself was well organized, but seemed a little less personal than others I've been on (somewhat expected from larger wineries). I also found the 3 wines (Chianti) in the tasting to be "good", but not great. Eat beforehand because you get VERY few snacks that will not fill you up. The winery was HUGE and easy to see why they host weddings here- it was absolutely gorgeous and the landscaping was breath-taking. The views are outstanding and you won't be able to take enough pictures. You get a tour around the buildings, the room with the wine-making equipment, the wine barrels, and the garden- but you will not enter the vineyard. They gave a great little description of the history of the vineyard and the Villa (they have the official records to actually date the establishment), and I found it very interesting.

Spent a week here, felt like a month. (not a negative reflection on the Villa) This is for two…read morereasons: 1. very relaxing, slower pace...(I can't handle more than a day or two of this) I grew up in the country, so I like to limit my time in areas this remote, this peaceful.... Views were spectacular of the Mugello Region. I should upload some pictures, it really is a beautiful place. It's an olive oil resort, so there are olive orchards abound. Trails to hike or ride bikes that they have onsite first come, first served...nice touch. Really is a pretty place. Cyprus Tree lined driveway, exquisite. It's the Italian countryside, so...pretty fantastic (if you are in to that sorta thing) Will stay there again, I am sure (at some point)

Overall the experience at Villa Campestri is excellent--if you come with accurate expectations…read more Plan on a relatively rustic stay, off the beaten path, where you can enjoy some quiet relaxation or use the resort as a base to explore Tuscany while having a peaceful villa to return to at night. This is not a luxury hotel with air conditioning, 20 minute room service, etc. That said, the staff is extremely friendly and strives to be helpful in any way possible. Our room on the top floor was comfortable and quiet. It was extremely hot in Tuscany while we were there, so they gave us a high-quality fan to help keep our room cool. More than reasonable for a country villa. The breakfast buffet is excellent. Lunch is served on the patio with table side service. Dinners at Olivia were enjoyable, sitting on the patio overlooking the Tuscan hillside. The pool is very pleasant with plenty of shade trees if one wants to avoid too much sun. We planted a family-dedicated olive tree in the grove which gave our kids a great memory. I agree with another reviewer that the olive oil experience was somewhat underwhelming for the price. Our guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable, but a wider variety of oils, styles and variances would make for a more educational tasting. Overall, Villa Campestri is an excellent choice if you are willing to forego a few big city hotel comforts in exchange for rustic country charm.

Ambiance is great, food and service mediocre. Very salty and heavy on sauce. We did not have…read morereservations. Not sure if that had any influenced?

The food is delicious, beautifully prepared, the service excellent and the view is a treat. We have…read moreenjoyed coming here for 15 years whenever possible and the past 3 weeks Sunday lunch has been a gift. Thank you

The Good- the view is fucking amazing, the restaurant is amazing and the people are nice…read more I would have liked a heartier breakfast, more posted activities and more chances to eat. This is missed opportunity for increased revenue. Think about it, most visitors are on a huge time difference. If you had more times you offered snack, people would buy. Post more information for people to read. The ride up here was exhausting, just need a better street sign with directional information. The room could use a full length mirror and blankets outside of the closet so they have a chance to air out. Other than that, I enjoyed the peacefulness of this place.

Even in the "off season" this place was excellent. The rooms are just what you need for your…read morestopping off point to other cities. We stayed in a "condo" style room with a stove and plenty of dishes/pans to cook breakfast in the morning before leaving for the day. The grounds were well kept even though most of the stuff was closed when we went due to it being in the off season. The drive up is a little crazy if you aren't used to driving on tight roads with winding curves, but all of that makes the trip up to your room that much more exciting. Every place you look there are beautiful scenes to be taken in while walking around the place. The rooms have beautiful views of the vineyards down below and the service is excellent. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! - It's only about 40-ish minutes into Florence to catch trains around the country. - There is a grocery store a 5 minute walk up the road. - They do have wine for gifts or for a nice glass each night

Absolutely amazing little boutique hotel with 11 rooms all different and beautifully appointed in…read morethe traditional Tuscan style. The bathrooms are particularly attractive with hand made italian tiles in warm colors. The service is outstanding and the girls at the reception extremely helpful for sightseeing advice and booking restaurant reservations in the area. The breakfast buffet is very generous, upscale and you can order any egg you want all served to perfection. The nights at the restaurant of the villa are charming and the food the best in the area. This is my second time there and it will not be the last!!!

We absolutely loved our stay at Villa Bordoni. From the way David, Giulia, Hugo and the rest of…read morethe team there made you feel so at home, to the delicious food and terrific cooking class run by Chef Maria, the magnificent surroundings, etc. I could go on and on. If you are traveling in the Chianti region you must stay here. We will definitely be going back!!!

We decided to stay in a hotel in Livorno vs an airBNB, bc we wanted a change of pace. Apts in…read moreItaly tend to be small, and the showers are tiny. The Palazzo is the nicest hotel in Livorno, and has been in biz for over 100 yrs. It has great views of the water fr the rooftop bar & restaurant. Single rooms were about €150,00 including taxes & fees. The rooms were spacious, and the bathrooms were good sized and inc a tub. We indulged in the bar & apps, bfast buffet and dinner during our stay. The service was excellent, but the pricing is high. For an example, an Americano cocktail was €18,00 vs elsewhere the drink would have been €8,00. Secondarily, the buffet is €22,00, but did not have made to order items. The scrambled eggs were runny, and the sausage were like hot dogs. I stuck to the charcuterie, boiled eggs, fresh fruit and croissants. I also grabbed take away for mija & ITC, that dropped the actual cost closer to €7,00/person. Lastly, dinner was +€100,00 for two entrees, a salad, a dessert and one glass of wine. All in all, a positive stay bc of the rooms, the location and excellent service. Apparently the Palazzo is popular for weddings and bachelorette parties too. I'm glad the Italian version of the latter are more tame vs the crap you see in Vegas - LOL!

I know I'm rating hotel, but I have to start with the food. I'll try to take a picture tomorrow…read moremorning of the breakfast buffet. It was beautiful - inside and out. Yes, inside of my belly. They have these small pizza bites (for breakfast - it's like college, I know) that were so amazing. The hotel is clean, the prices reasonable, the Internet fast and free and the parking is absolutely easy and free as well. If you pay for a small upgrade, you get a beach view. There's also a fitness studio with technogym equipment and a spa (spa I haven't tried). The TV has a few international channels. Everything fancy shmancy, you could say. My boyfriend wants me to add: the toilet paper roll isn't properly attached to the wall and there is some mold along the bathtub.