Locanda Le Piazze

A former 16th-century farmhouse surrounded by vineyards, Locanda Le Piazze is now a small, luxurious, boutique hotel 3.7 mi from Castellina in Chianti. Located on a hill, between Florence and Siena, it offers panoramic views of the countryside. The Locanda's extensive gardens feature an outdoor pool set in an olive grove. On site parking is free. The simple, individually decorated rooms come with air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV. The mini-bars are stocked with free mineral water, and the private bathrooms are complete with a hairdryer. The Tavola by Guido Haverkock restaurant offers a variation of traditional Tuscan cuisine, using organic local ingredients. A generous breakfast is served daily. Air-condition room with a pation and mini-bar. It overlooks either the garden or the inner courtyard.