Florence/Tuscany
 

Hello, <BR>I have searched a multitude of websites, and I really need some suggestions for accomodations in Florence & Italy. <BR> <BR>In Florence, I am looking for something around $100 - $150 a night, preferably right in the city. Also, I have heard Fiesole is lovely, and I would love some suggestions there as well. <BR> <BR>In Tuscany, I found Villa Vignamaggio, and I understand it is wonderful, but I was looking to spend a little bit less but stay in the same area between Florence and Siena. I was also recommended La Spinosa. Has anyone ever been there? <BR> <BR>THANKS so much for any recommendations!! <BR>

Try www.chiantiturismo.it We stayed at CastelBigozzi which is near Monteriggioni, and close enough for daytrips all over chianti country, San G, Siena, etc. If the search engine is working here, search on Florence Hotels and you should get lots of suggestions.

Have you looked at these? I believe they would be in your price range and although I can personally vouch for Hotel Bellettini, I have friends who have stayed at Hotel Casci, La Residenza and Morandi Alla Crocetta. <BR> <BR>Hotel Bellettini <BR>Via de Conti 7, Florence, Italy <BR>Phone: 011-39-55-21-35-61 <BR>Fax: 011-39-55-28-35-51 <BR> <BR>Hotel Casci <BR>Via Cavour 13, Florence 50129, Italy <BR>Phone: 055/211686 <BR>Fax: 055/239-6461 <BR> <BR>La Residenza <BR>Via Tornabuoni 8, Florence 50123, Italy <BR>Phone: 055/218684 <BR>Fax: 055/284197 <BR> <BR>Morandi Alla Crocetta <BR>Via Laura 50, Florence 50121, Italy <BR>Phone: 055/234-4747 <BR>Fax: 055/2480954 <BR> <BR>Happy hunting! <BR>

We stayed at the Piti Palace Hotel. Terrific, affordable, less then 1/2 block from the Ponte Vecchio bridge, about 3 blocks from the Piti Palace and Boboli Gardens. Rooms are large compared to most, large fully equiped bathrooms. Rooftop restaurant/bar where you can have your breakfast, which is included, and enjoy the spectacular view of the Duomo etc.

For Julie, <BR> <BR>We are interested in staying at the Belletini next March. Can you tell us a little more about your experience? What is the decor, the rooms, beds, bathrooms, breakfast, public spaces, cleanliness, outside noise, and the staff like. we have heard nothing but nice things about this place, but wanted your opinion. thanks ever so much!

Hi! I am bringing this to the top..I am interested in La Spinosa. Has anyone stayed there? Would appreciate any info soon!

Also interested in any info on LA SPinosa in Tuscany. Anyone stay at Locanda le Piazze?

I've also been trying to find out about La Spinosa. It is so interesting that all these people want to know about it but there isn't anyone out there who has actually experienced it.

I would recommend Lamandria (www.lamandria.it)- it's near Fivizzano and Aulla - it has accommodations for rent and they are lovely. I stayed there recently and never wanted to leave. Weather is gorgeous, quiet clean comfortable, and they have a gorgeous secluded infinity pool that looks down over the valley. Oh yes, and the prices are VERY reasonable too.

Hi.
Is anyone stayed in Botichelli in Florence in San Lorenzo? We are going there in August 10 and will stay for 5 days. Also apreciate any advice on restaurants in this area.
Thanks.