L’Antico Pozzo – Boutique Hotels Tuscany
Boutique Hotel L'Antico Pozzo in Tuscany
A former convent among the medieval towers of picturesque San Gimignano
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Style Rustic elegant palazzo
Setting Picturesque San Gimignano
Why visit us Our great location
Price from €80/night
The hotel l' Antico Pozzo has a pleasant atmosphere and is the perfect place for a romantic holiday in Tuscany. It is hosted in a historic palazzo in the heart of San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers and the backdrop to many a Hollywood movie. Florence and Siena are at less than an hour.
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THE HOTEL: L'Antico Pozzo is a boutique hotel in a former convent and is the ideal place for a romantic holiday. The hotel is named after the old well, the antico pozzo, which is in the cellar. The building has a beautiful staircase and has been lovingly restored retaining many of its fine features. The ceilings are vaulted and frescoed and the floor is of Tuscan terracotta. The hotel has a small terrace where breakfast is served in summer.
THE OWNER: L'Antico Pozzo is run by a brother and sisters team. The siblings were left the house by their grandfather. Emanuele worked in Britain and speaks excellent English.
THE ROOMS: The 18 rooms are in 3 different categories. The Dante rooms are the most prestigious and spacious, with high ceilings of more than 3m with lovely frescoes or exposed beams. These rooms have large windows and are furnished with antiques. Be sure to reserve one with a four-poster bed! The Petrarca rooms are smaller but still beautiful and elegant. Some of these have frescoed ceilings. The Boccaccio are the most simple, functional, and suitable for those looking for quality on a budget. All the rooms have wrought-iron beds and all modern conveniences including air-conditioning, Wi-fi, Sky TV, and pay-per-view channels.
THE FOOD: The buffet-style breakfast is taken in the old ballroom, the Sala Rosa, the Pink Room. The nobility once danced the night away here.
THE ICING ON THE CAKE: You can order champagne and flowers to be waiting for you in your room when you arrive.
LOCATION: The hotel is in a pedestrianized street inside the city walls. You are in the center of the San Gimignano, immortalized by Hollywood. This famous little town with its medieval towers has starred in many a movie.
WHAT TO SEE AND DO: This is a great base from which to discover Tuscany. You are a short drive from Siena and Florence. A must is a trip to the vineyards of Chianti country and the fascinating towns of Volterra, Lucca, and Pisa. Do not miss a tour of the local wineries that produce the famous " Vernaccia di San Gimignano ", one of Italy 's finest white wines. Hire a Vespa and take a tour of the local countryside for that Italian edge to a trip. For shoppers, Tuscany is a true paradise. There are many single-brand outlets including Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, and Fendi. There are retail shopping outlets too. Go on a spree at The Mall and Valdichiana. You can also take cooking classes!
GOOD TO KNOW: Emanuele and his sisters are very friendly hosts and bursting with advice. They can suggest the best Tuscan restaurants and can arrange both wine tours and olive oil tasting.
You will be re-directed to the hotel website to book directly with no commission
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