The most extraordinary places to stay in Tuscany
Val d'Orcia views, Chianti vineyards and quieter estates beyond the postcard
Specific guides to Tuscany
Focused comparisons to choose the right area and hotel for the trip you actually want.
Val d'Orcia or Chianti: where to book a Tuscany wine hotel
A hotel-first comparison for couples choosing between iconic views, Brunello country and easier access to Florence and Siena.
29 August 2026 · 7 min read
Where to stay in Tuscany: the best countryside hotels, castles and villas
An editors' guide to where to stay in Tuscany — how the Val d'Orcia, Chianti, the Maremma and Florence differ, and the restored castles, farms and villas our editors rate in each.
25 July 2026 · 11 min read
Tuscany: good to know
Which part of Tuscany is best for a first trip?
Choose the Val d'Orcia for the iconic landscape, Chianti for a Florence-and-Siena itinerary, or Fiesole when city access matters more than a rural road trip.
How many hotel bases do you need in Tuscany?
One base is enough for four nights in a focused area. For a week, two bases reduce driving and let you combine a city edge with deeper countryside.
Do Tuscany wine hotels require a car?
Almost always. Fiesole is the main exception; rural estates, hill towns and wineries are far easier with a car.