Hotel Monteriggioni

I had such a magical experience at this place last week. Im not being over the top with that word. It's basically in a mini castle! From the second you pull up to the walls you are transported back in time. Francesco and Francesca are amazing hosts. Everyone who works there was friendly and attentive. From the moment we pulled in we felt like welcomed guests. We had a car and drove in, don't be afraid to go through the tight entrance. They have a nice secure parking lot behind a gate within the walls of Monteriggioni. I was in and out a lot and even late at night into the morning. They always had someone at the front reception to let us in with a smile. This was an important feature for my wife and I because we had a wedding nearby and came back and forth a lot. The grounds are very cute and pleasant. Our room was nice and clean and our window opened out into the street. It was fun to open it and feel right in the mix but it wasn't too loud. The rest of the entire hotel is even quieter.

The four-star Hotel was a fantastic spot for a romantic stay behind the walls of this ancient fortress/town. Welcomed warmly by the owner, the reserved parking at the hotel - while a challenge to get to on the narrow streets - was a godsend for us as my wife has some mobility issues. The courtyard (with small pool) is a private space - a quiet oasis from the rest of the town. Restaurant Antico Tavolo served an excellent braised Cingiale and wonderful pasta ( with excellent cheesecake for dessert!) We had the pleasure to witness the joyful wedding at the Chiesa Santa Maria empty into the Piazza that warm afternoon, making the whole experience so very romantic.