Tuscany offers the quintessential Italian experience. Whether you want to hideaway in one of the gorgeous rural villlas, lounge by the pool, explore some of the historic towns and villages, marvel at the area's rich art history or dine on local delicacies — there is something for all family members here. With this in mind, our hotel experts have compiled a collection of the best family hotels in Tuscany selected on their location, design, and especially their child-friendly amenities. Whether you want a luxurious coastal stay or a traditional rural experience, there is something to suit most tastes and budgets. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next family break?
For self-catering
- Borgo 69 is the perfect property for families who're looking for the flexibility that self catering offers, but also the great facilities that you can expect at a hotel. They offer a handful of one, two and three bedroom villas, all beautifully done, which share a lovely infinity pool. Hotel facilities can be accessed at Fontelunga next door.
- Agriturismo Poggiacolle is a charming farmhouse with its own vineyards and saffron farm. Four separate self-catering apartments occupy the farmhouse. Expect rustic-chic rooms, an infinity pool, tennis courts, and spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Ideal for families looking for an independent stay, but with plenty to do on site.
- Castello di Gargonza is a historic hotel with apartments (sleeping up to eight) in a former Romanesque hamlet. Complete with an outdoor pool, a Tuscan restaurant, and 500 acres of grounds — families have the best of both worlds here with the independence of an apartment and hotel amenities too.
For a traditional stay
- Laticastelli is a charming stone Tuscan house in a medieval hamlet. Rustic bedrooms and family suites feature wooden beams, four poster beds, and huge bathrooms. Boasting lovely terraces, an excellent restaurant serving local produce, a wine cellar, and a huge infinity pool. A great choice for families.
For luxury
- Precise Tale Poggio Alla Salla is a gorgeous neo-classical villa and outbuildings turned luxury resort about 20 minutes from Montepulciano. For a family friendly luxury holiday it's perfect: there's a kids club offering a huge range of activities and suites offer flexible accommodation options, many with space for a family of four. Plus there's three pools, a spa and Italian restuarant.
- Castello di Spaltenna is a striking stone castle set in the Chianti hills offering a luxurious rural escape. Elegant rooms feature exposed stonework, beamed ceilings and antiques while apartments are well suited to families. The expansive grounds house a large pool and there's an indulgent spa. Best yet there's two good restaurants (one Michelin starred) to pick from.
- Villa Campestri Olive Oil Resort is a gorgeous country house olive estate in the Tuscan hills. Timeless rooms, family suites, and apartments have canopied beds, kilim rugs, antique artworks and glorious views over cypresses and olive groves. Art and cookery classes will keep the whole family busy. A grand stay.
- Hotel Hermitage, Elba is a five-star hotel nestled on Biodola beach on the Tuscan island of Elba. Most of the guestrooms sit within private cottages built into the rock on the hillside facing the Mediterranean. Foodies will be spoiled by the resort's four restaurants while the kids club and wide range of activities make this an easy choice for families.
- Grand Hotel Imperiale is a five-star family-friendly property in the glitzy resort of Forte dei Marmi on the Tuscan coast. Rooms and suites are elegant and sophisticated with the best offering balconies looking out to sea. With three restaurants, a wellness centre, and private beach — this is a glamourous seaside stay.
- Borgo Pignano is a private Tuscan estate and luxury haven set amid 750 acres of organic farmland. Sensitively restored throughout, bedrooms and suites feature original architectural details and traditional Tuscan style interiors. With a wide range of activities for all ages, this is perfect for a family stay.
For a rural hideaway
- Podere Conti is a charming 17th-century renovated farmhouse on a large estate. Picturesque buildings have simply decorated rooms. There's a superb organic restuarant which uses ingredients grown on site, a 200-acre estate of forests, olive groves and ruins to explore, as well as a playground! A rustic haven for families.
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