Boutique Hotel Relais La Costa in Tuscany
The ideal nest for a romantic escape in the Chianti hills near Siena
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Style Rustic elegance
Setting  Hilltop
Why visit us  Dramatic Views
Price from  €150/night

Relais La Costa is a boutique hotel in the Chianti hills, 15 minutes away from Siena. The stone house dates back to the XIII century and was recently renovated to host 9 large suites. The Relais has also a pool with a jacuzzi, a spa, and a delicious restaurant.  This is the ideal nest for a romantic escape with spectacular views.

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 THE HOTEL: Relais La Costa is a little piece of heaven with 9 suites nestled in the Chianti hills between Siena and Florence. The boutique hotel is housed in a charming ancient building made of rocks which dates back to the XIII century and once used to host the pilgrims in their journey to Rome along the Via Francigena.  The Relais offers a panoramic pool with a jacuzzi, an indoor SPA with sauna and Turkish bath, and a delicious restaurant with a terrace. This is the ideal getaway where you definitely feel you are getting away from the hustle and bustle.

THE OWNER: The Vaselli family, from Siena, opened the Relais in 2013, after a complete renovation of the property which had been empty for more than 70 years!   Today Eglantina (Tina) runs the Relais with wonderful staff. They make it truly special and you feel right at home as soon as you arrive.

THE ROOMS: There are only 9 large suites (85sqm) which have a bedroom, a bathroom and a large living area with a bar corner.  Equipped with all modern comforts, they are beautifully furnished combining the traditional Tuscan materials ('cotto' tiles and wooden beams) with modern pieces.  Some have a pleasant fire-place, others have a private terrace and those on the lower floor have a private garden. Wifi is available in all the suites.

THE FOOD: 'Mammy Marianna' is the chef and prepares delicious traditional dishes, coupled with amazing local wines (Chianti, Nobile di Montepulciano, Brunello di Montalcino, Vernaccia di San Gimignano). Being open only for their guests, the service is excellent and they are able to cater to specific dietary requests. The breakfast buffet is rich in local cheeses and salami.

THE ICING ON THE CAKE: Active travelers can explore the countryside hiring the bikes available for free at the Relais and horse-riding at the local horse center near the property.

LOCATION: Relais La Costa is up on the hill of Monteriggioni, in the Chianti Valley and the view is stunning.  The location is ideal to explore the region being between Siena (15 minutes away) and Florence (1 hour away). Alternative airports are Pisa (1.45h) and Rome (3h).  This is the remote Tuscany as you expect it to be!

WHAT TO SEE AND DO: Visit the beautiful Tuscan cities which are less an hour's drive away: Siena (15 minutes), Florence and Arezzo (1 hour). Explore Monteriggioni, a medieval village built as a defensive fortress during the conflicts between Siena and Florence. Head along the Via Francigena up to San Gimignano, a Unesco World Heritage site. Drive up and down the hills of Chianti and d'Orcia Valleys, where most of the movies about Tuscany were shot. Explore the villages scattered along the countryside and enjoy the tasting of fine wines, olive oil, delicious salami, and cheese. Horse-riding, biking, and trekking are pleasant activities to immerse yourself into the beautiful nature. Expert guides are available to drive you along unbeaten paths. It is a must to have a car to reach the Relais and explore the surroundings.

GOOD TO KNOW: Please ask for a suite on the lower level if you have a problem climbing the steps. The property is not suitable for young children and they accept only those above 15 y.o. The Relais is the perfect location for memorable weddings and is able to host events up to 120 guests (in case of events the Relais is not available for other guests).

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