Small Luxury Hotels of the World

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Small Luxury Hotels of the World™ | Italy

Albergo Pietrasanta T U S C A N Y, I T A L Y

Set within the world-renowned area of the Carrara Quarries A striking 17th century palazzo with a superb collection of modern art, Albergo Pietrasanta is set in the medieval town of Pietrasanta, renowned as an international centre for marble sculpting. Comprising two magnificent buildings with 18th century frescoes, the palazzo has a beautiful sunlit courtyard, a pretty breakfast conservatory and a gymnasium.

Things to enjoy: Bicycles, gym, beauty treatments, picnic baskets. Nearby: Golf, beaches, marble sculpturing courses, Puccini Opera Festival (July/August).

20 Rooms General Manager: Barbara Pardini Tel: +39 0584 793726 Email: pietrasanta@slh.com Address: Via Garibaldi 35, 55045 Pietrasanta, Lucca, Tuscany www.slh.com/pietrasanta

Le Case del Borgo T U S C A N Y, I T A L Y

On a secluded hillside in Chianti High in the Chianti hills with stunning views of the Ambra Valley, Le Case del Borgo is a picturesque collection of self-contained Tuscan farmhouses and suites nestling in a 30-acre estate. This unique place has a fabulous spa, a large swimming pool, a restaurant and wine bar, as well as a fascinating art gallery.

14 Rooms Managing Director: Milena Anselmi Tel: +39 055 991871 Email: casedelborgo@slh.com Address: Località Duddova, Via Piave 4/A, Frazione Ambra, 52020 Bucine, Arezzo, Tuscany

Things to enjoy: Private Tuscan Mamma dinner, cooking class, truffle safari, customised weddings, special events. Nearby: San Gimignano, Volterra, Siena, Florence, Cortona, Perugia, wine tours.

www.slh.com/casedelborgo

Castello di Velona – Winery & Spa T U S C A N Y, I T A L Y

A luxury castle close to Siena A spectacular castle with 360-degree views over the Val d’Orcia, Castello di Velona was originally an 11th century fortress. Today, it is an architecturally stunning hotel with elegant interiors, fine cuisine, a new spa with glorious thermal pools and one of the best panoramas in Tuscany. The hotel is being completely refurbished and will re-open in April 2011. 46 Rooms Owner: Gianluca Fabiani Tel: +39 0577 800101 Email: castellovelona@slh.com Address: Località La Velona, 53024 Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany

Things to enjoy: Thermal spa with indoor and outdoor pools, hydro-massage, sauna, local production of wine and extra virgin olive oil, cooking classes, wine tasting. Nearby: Sant’Antimo Abbey, Montalcino, Pienza, San Quirico d’Orcia, Siena.

www.slh.com/castellovelona

Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte T U S C A N Y, I T A L Y

A fashionable Tuscan beach resort in Viareggio An elegant, Art Nouveau landmark on the seafront promenade in Viareggio, Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte, with its panoramic sea views, fantastic rooftop pool, exquisite cuisine and bar, is a sophisticated and eclectic box of delights as each floor reflects a different era.

106 Rooms General Manager: Alessandro Augier Tel: +39 0584 4011 Email: principedipiemonte@slh.com Address: Piazza Puccini 1, 55049 Viareggio, Lucca, Tuscany

Things to enjoy: Michelinstarred restaurant, traditional Tuscan restaurant, spa with aesthetic treatments, waterfall, rooftop pool. Nearby: Water sports, Florence, Pisa with the Leaning Tower, Lucca, Le Cinque Terre.

www.slh.com/principedipiemonte

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