San Vincenzo is idyllically positioned on Tuscany’s Etruscan Coast, between Piombino and Livorno. Here there’s golden sand, and cobalt water on one side, and lush pine forests and olive groves on the other. For our Gurus San Vincenzo is a beautiful and historic pick, but for many it’s flat out a beach resort, and the accommodation options in San Vincenzo reflect that, with numerous seaside hotels hugging the beautiful coastline. However the best places to stay in San Vincenzo also include converted villas in the historic part of town, and a smattering of repurposed farmhouses and villas in the hills behind the town.

San Vincenzo’s blue flag beach, with its fine, golden sand, does deserve all the attention: it’s gorgeous, with large stretches of patrolled beach, and bathing, watersports, and hospitality businesses adding to the pristine environment and comfort for visitors. There also an historic tower overlooking the beach, and a collection of impressive fortifications and lookouts up and down the coastline, which were once defence against pirates, and certainly add to the exotic appeal. The port, once a trading port, is now popular with yachts-folk.

In addition to recommending San Vincenzo to sailors, beach-breakers, families, romantics and watersports enthusiasts, it's also a good option for walkers and naturalists: the Rimigliano Natural Reserve sits just behind the town, an area of 120 hectares of dunes and woods, home to all sorts of fascinating flora and fauna. The best places to stay in San Vincenzo make a great base for exploring the treasures of the Etruscan Coast, like the thermal springs at Venturina, and the region’s charming medieval towns. Elba is just off the coast. If you’re here for historic beauty you’ll have plenty to explore when it comes to architecture, art, archaeology; there's also a great variety of shops and places to eat and drink.

The Best Places to Stay in San Vincenzo

For an Intimate Escape

• Poggio ai Santi is an elegant Tuscan country villa, not far from the coastline and surrounded by lush gardens and olive groves. Its 11 rooms and suites are simply decorated, with wooden floors, creamy, rustic details, huge beds, and private patios. Poggio ai Santi also has a fantastic bar and restaurant, where they serve locally sourced food and wine. Gourmet and romantic.

Prefer a Self-catering Apartment or villa?

• Sometimes a villa or apartment is the best option if you're travelling in a larger group, so if you decide that you'd prefer a self catering option, check out our online booking partner, booking.com for some inspiration.

Travel Information

• San Vincenzo’s closest international airport is Pisa International Airport, which is about 50 minutes away by car and just under two hours by train. Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci is also worth considering; it’s about an hour and a half away by car, or just over three hours on the train. Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport, is another option, about three hours distance by road.
• If you're looking to hire a car, we recommend visiting our online partner Rentalcars.
• San Vincenzo is beautifully positioned on the Etruscan Coast, so it has the Mediterranean hot, dry summers and mild winters. Spring warms into summer, and in July and August you can expect temperatures around 30°C, so if you prefer milder temperatures April and June will be the best time to come. Easter in Italy is always a special time to visit. Summer is definitely the most popular time for visitors to San Vincenzo, the Tuscany On Festival is held each year during mid-August, when attendees can expect lots of musical events.

Still not sure where to stay?

• You could expand your search to include the best places to stay in Tuscany
• Or just the best places to stay on the Tuscan coast
• You could also consider expanding your search to include hotels in other local towns, like Viareggio or Forte dei Marmi to the north, Grosseto to the south, and even Elba, just off shore
• You may also want to search by the type of accommodation you fancy, opting for the best family hotels in Tuscany, the best wine hotels in Tuscany, or the best B&Bs in Tuscany
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.