Preferred Hotels

From grand palaces to intimate hideaways, from restored monasteries to modern boutique properties, from country chateaus to seaside resorts, all preferred hotels featured in Ormina Tours’ itineraries have been meticulously handpicked for their unparalleled hospitality offering, comfort, location and uniqueness. All preferred hotels are four or five star properties and are luxuriously appointed. Our preferred hotel choices reflect our desire to ensure you enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Italy, Tuscany – Villa Uliveto

Located in the Chianti region

The Villa is located in the heart of Chianti, offering an idyllic escape to the tranquil Tuscan countryside, with Florence and Siena just a few kilometres away. The villa is perfectly situated for day trips to the most beautiful towns in Tuscany and provides a unique opportunity to explore the region’s incredibly rich historical and cultural heritage. Within an hour’s drive, visitors can reach the treasure trove of art in Florence, the medieval walled city of Siena, the UNESCO World Heritage site of San Gimignano, and the thermal baths of Chianciano Terme.

About Ormina Tours Luxury Tuscan Villa Collection

At Ormina Tours, we’re dedicated to providing our clients with truly authentic Italian experiences. Our portfolio of featured villas has been meticulously curated for their unparalleled offering, comfort, location, and uniqueness. Whether you’re searching for an elegant private villa, a historical castle, or a welcoming country home, our selection of exclusive luxury villas is sure to become a part of the enchanting scenery of your special holiday or unforgettable event. Our team at Ormina Tours is always available to help you find the perfect Tuscan villa that suits your needs. But that’s just the beginning. We pride ourselves on our ability to customise your villa experience by offering additional in-house services and special requests, handled directly with the owners. To complete your Tuscany experience, we also provide a range of tailored day services. We can arrange private drivers, sightseeing tours, and the best regional experiences and activities available. From wine tastings to cooking classes, we’ve got you covered. At Ormina Tours, our passion for authentic Italian experiences is second to none. Let us help you create unforgettable memories in one of the most beautiful regions of the world.

 

Featured in: Tuscany: Group Private Villa Package (Chianti)

Italy, Tuscany – Castel Monastero Resort & Spa

Nestled between Tuscany’s rolling hills and vineyards this enchanting 11th century monastery and Medieval village has been beautifully restored into a refined Tuscan retreat and spa. Boasting 74 spacious rooms and suites in an elegant and rustic Tuscan style with spectacular views of the surroundings. Featuring its own Piazza, indoor and outdoor pool, spa and massage facilities, impressive cantina and gourmet restaurants.

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Italy, Tuscany (Chianti) – Castel di Spaltenna

Location

Located int he Chianti region, this upscale hotel in a stone castle is 1.3 km from Capannelle winery and 11 km from Castello di Brolio.

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Italy, Tuscany (Chianti) – Palazzo Leopoldo

Location

This elegant hotel, set in 14th-century Tuscan buildings nestled in Radda near Chianti’s vineyards. It lies a minute’s walk from the Rectory of St. Nicolas, 7.1 km from Castello di Volpaia winery and 8.5 km from Parco Naturale Cavriglia.

Featured in: Tuscany: Food & Wine In Depth, Tuscan Villages (2024|25)

Italy, Tuscany (Chianti) – Palazzo San Lorenzo

Location

Located in Colle Val d’Elsa, a beautiful Tuscan town better known as the “City of Crystal”. For your holiday in Tuscany, in the heart of Val D’Elsa, Palazzo San Lorenzo is in a strategic location, making it easy to visit numerous little towns and villages, famous worldwide, like the nearby San Gimignano and Monteriggioni, as well as the main cities in the region, such as Siena, Florence and Pisa.

The hotel is a 9-minute walk from the Crystal Museum of Colle di Val d’Elsa, this elegant hotel in a 17th-century building is an 8-minute walk from the Colle di Val d’Elsa Cathedral and 6 km from the Diborrato Waterfall.

Italy, Tuscany (Cortona) – Il Falconiere Relais & Chateaux

Location

Cortona places you among the most important Franciscan destinations together with La Verna and Assisi. Its proximity to many of the most beautiful and significant destinations in Tuscany, such as Arezzo, and the Val d ‘Orcia with its breathtaking views, makes Cortona a unique and unmissable destination.

Featured in: Tuscany: Food & Wine Tasting

Italy, Tuscany (Saturnia) – Terme di Saturnia Natural SPA & Golf Resort

Hotel Review

Terme di Saturnia Natural Spa and Golf Resort is by far one of the best Spa resorts I have ever visited. I call it a magical place suspended between water and sky, a warm beneficial hug.

Natural SPA hotels are always something special. They are places where we can stay, relax, sleep, eat and enjoy a closeness with our mother earth. In fact where the thermal water flows the Earth’s crust is thinner and its believed there are incredible health benefits linked to the thermal waters.

Junior Suite

Junior Suite

What makes this resort stand out first for formost is the location perched on gentle hills with 360 degree views of the Maremma region, a wild part of southern Tuscany between Apennines and Tyrrhenian Sea. These beauitful hills are covered with vineyars that produce the famous Morellino di Scansano wine.

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Italy, Tuscany (Val d’Orcia) – Hotel Relais Palazzo del Capitano

Location

The Capitano Hotel Collection is in the small medieval village of San Quirico, in the heart of the Val d’Orcia. Set in a 15th-century mansion, this elegant hotel is a 5-minute walk from the town center, 11 km from The Diocesan Museum of Milan and 15 km from Montalcino Cathedral.

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Italy, Tuscany (Val d’Orcia) – Locanda in Tuscany

Location

Surrounded by rolling countryside, this charming family-run inn is 18 km from vineyards and medieval castles in Val d’Orcia, and 21 km from Pieve di Corsignano, a 12th-century church.

Italy, Tuscany-Villa Casagrande

Location

The historical dwelling of Villa Casagrande, in the centre of Figline Valdarno, was built at the end of the 14th century by renowned Florentine, Ser Ristoro, who came to Florence in 1384 and became the notary of His Lordship. The residence immediately became a privileged location for artists and philosophers.

An elegant refuge far from the chaos of the city, Villa Casagrande has preserved the charm and allure of the era when humanist Marsilio Ficino lectured in this very structure, to the Serristori family and the high aristocrats at the dawn of the Renaissance. Its rooms hosted, amongst others, Carlo VII of Borbone, King of the two Sicilies, Carlo V, King of Spain and King of the Sacred Roman Empire, and finally the prince and Maria Josè during their honeymoon.

Featured in: Tuscany: Village Stay

Italy, Venice – Hotel Gritti Palace

Gritti Palace Hotel Venice Review

The Gritti Palace is not overrated by any means. It alludes style, class, refinement, and did I mention location? Right by San Marco, it occupies a prime spot on the Grand Canal, which you can enjoy from the rooftop terrace. Just a short walk away from anywhere, but far enough to feel removed from the ‘touristy’ hustle and bustle of the city.

Everything about the restaurant and terrace was just perfect. You know you are in the right place when you’re enjoying the summer sun and all the people around you are too.

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Gritti Palace Hotel Venice

As lunch turned into dusk on our first day, the terrace lighting really adds a special magical touch. It’s a great spot to watch the world go by, see the boats on the canal, enjoy beautiful food, and adjust after a long journey.

Read the full review here.

Italy, Venice – Belmond Hotel Cipriani

Location

Sporting 270-degree views out across the water, stay at Belmond Hotel Cipriani and enjoy vistas spanning the Doge’s Palace to the church of St Giorgio and the islands beyond.

Italy, Venice – Ca’ Sagredo Hotel

Location

Set in a 15th-Century palace, this upscale hotel is a 10 minute walk from Rialto Bridge, a 13 minute walk from Piazza San Marco and 1.9 km from the Peggy Guggenheim Museum.

Italy, Venice – Danieli Hotel

Our review of Hotel Danieli

An amazing trip where we arrived at the door by water taxi – what a different experience! We were astounded with the location that is in an unbeatable position beside the lagoon and next door to the Doge’s palace. The concierge was excellent and helped us check into our room straight away.

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Hotel Danieli Venice

Our room was absolute luxury in every way. Spacious and immaculate, with a wonderfully large bathroom and dressing room. The hotel building itself is quite impressive. We went to the lobby bar, which is an exquisite historic Palatial estate with stained glass windows and large marble columns.

Read the full review here.

Italy, Venice – Hotel Metropole

Location

This upscale hotel is an 8-minute walk from Saint Mark’s Basilica, a 9-minute walk from Piazza San Marco and 1.5 km from the Grand Canal.

Italy, Venice – Palace Bonvecchiati

Location

Located in the historical heart, Palace Bonvecchiati is one of the newest and best 4-star hotels in Venice. Located close to Saint Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge; browse through the shops, and find yourself among the colorful stands of the characteristic fruit and vegetable market.

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Italy, Venice – Palazzo Giovanelli

Location

A surprising and fascinating Venice surrounds the hotel, overlooking the Grand Canal in the heart of the historic centre. A relaxing, quiet Venice, far from the tourist crowds, between Cà Pesaro and the Church of San Stae.

Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli is right near the stop for the vaporetto (the usual means of transport in Venice), which makes its way past centuries-old palaces towards Piazzale Roma, Venice’s car terminal, and the splendid St. Mark’s Square.
Nestled between the Procuratie buildings, you will find St. Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and El paron de casa, the high bell tower that dominates the square.

Nearby, visit the Venice Casino(Ca’ Vendramin-Calergi), the gorgeous Ca’ d’Oro and the oldest Venice with its artisan shops, the designer shopping in the Mercerie and the lively Rialto area, with its bacari (typical Venetian inns) and the famous market.

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Italy, Venice – Sina Centurion Palace

Location

Overlooking the Grand Canal, this stylish, contemporary hotel in a 19th-century palace is a 10-minute walk from St. Mark’s Basilica and 2 minutes’ walk from the Peggy Guggenheim Collection museum.

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Italy, Venice – Splendid Starhotel

Location

The Splendid Venice is a high-end, canal-side hotel located in the heart of Venice. Situated just 0.3 km away from Saint Mark’s Basilica, this luxury hotel offers a prime location for guests to explore the city’s most impressive destinations. The hotel features a water entrance and private mooring for boats on the Rio Barrettieri, providing a convenient and picturesque arrival experience. Its proximity to St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace makes it an ideal choice for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of Venice.

One of the notable aspects of Hotel Splendid Venice is its tranquil yet central location. Tucked away in a quiet area, guests can enjoy the peace and serenity of the narrow streets and canals. This setting offers a rare privilege, allowing visitors to discover the real beauty of Venice beyond the clichés and away from the thronging crowds.

Featured in: Venice, Italy, Classic Italy (2024|25)

Italy, Venice – Bauer Hotel

Location

Ideally located just metres from Piazza San Marco, the Bauer Hotel features art décor-inspired interiors and 117 luxurious guest rooms decorated with unmistakable Venetian accents, precious fabrics and marble bathrooms. The hotel is also blessed with an award winning gourmet restaurant with a beautiful terrace that is idyllically located on the Grand Canal. Expect the perfect blend of location and luxury.