Cosy hotels in Tuscany
We've scored 281 cosy hotels across Tuscany that clear our cosiness bar; Follonico leads at 7.8/10. Here are the 60 cosiest, ranked by cosy score.
Featuring stays in Siena, Petrignano del Lago (PG), Vico d'Elsa, Montepulciano, Lucca, Orvieto.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills between Montepulciano and Montefollonico, this intimate six-room agriturismo, where sun-dried linen, rooms dressed with carefully chosen treasures, and a fireplace in the Blu Notte room set the tone for the evenings, welcomes guests to unhurried breakfasts and candlelit dinners cooked by Fabio from the kitchen garden, all overseen by hosts whose warmth, according to guest after guest, makes a first visit feel unmistakably like coming home.
- Petrignano del Lago (PG), Italy
Perched on the Umbrian hillside with sweeping views towards Tuscany, this lovingly restored farmhouse, with its brick walls, terracotta floors, and timber beams, wins hearts through Barbara's extraordinary hospitality: a welcoming aperitivo in the garden on arrival, a breakfast of homemade jams and regional produce served on the shaded terrace, and an endless stream of insider tips that lead guests to local wine producers, olive presses, and hidden markets.
- Vico d'Elsa, Italy
Perched on a hilltop near San Gimignano, Villa San Michele wins hearts through Stefania's daily-changing spread of freshly baked cakes, homemade breads, jams, and estate olive oil served personally each morning, spotlessly kept rooms with views across the Tuscan countryside, a well-tended garden and pool, and hosts who sit down with guests over breakfast to press hand-drawn maps and hard-won local restaurant reservations into their hands.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the peaceful Tuscan hills of Chianti, Selvabella wins hearts through Bernardo's extraordinary cooking, from homemade breakfasts to dinners guests call the finest meal of their Italian trip, alongside Marta's beautiful pottery, a pasta-making class, friendly dogs, and the kind of unhurried, sun-drenched tranquillity that has guests sitting for hours simply drinking in the view.
- Montepulciano, Italy
At this meticulously designed Tuscan estate near Montepulciano, hosts David and Toby set the tone from arrival with a welcome of prosecco and limoncello, carry your bags without being asked, and serve homemade pastries and quiche at breakfast, all whilst the suites, plush, modern, and thoughtfully appointed down to the umbrellas, look out over views of the hilltop town that guests consistently struggle to leave behind.
- Lucca, Italy
A beautifully kept historic villa just two minutes from Lucca's walls, where host Andrea greets you personally at a breakfast table laid with fine porcelain and a spread of fresh fruit, pastries, savoury dishes, and freshly made eggs and coffee served to your seat, with thoughtful touches extending to fruit and sweets left in the immaculately furnished rooms, a bottle of wine available, and a park surrounding the property that lends the whole stay a rare sense of calm.
- Orvieto, Italy
Tucked into the rolling Umbrian countryside outside Orvieto, this 17th-century monastery bell tower, surrounded by hay fields, tree-lined paths, and a tremendous pool, offers immaculately kept rooms, a well-equipped kitchen for outdoor dining, and the warmth of host Andrea, who arrives with fresh fruit and vegetables from his own garden and whose affectionate grey cat, Mishu, completes the picture of a family-run retreat that guests find quietly extraordinary.
- Lucca, Italy
Tucked into the tranquil Tuscan countryside minutes from Lucca, this lovingly restored B&B charms with individually themed rooms furnished with antique pieces, a breakfast of homemade organic produce served in a private dining room, and the warmly attentive hospitality of hosts Lucia and Luigi.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked a short walk from Siena's old town, Il Rondo charms returning guests year after year with its lovingly tended gardens perfect for an evening glass of wine, beautifully decorated rooms that evoke a historic era, outstanding breakfasts complete with fresh rolls, and the warmly attentive hospitality of staff, including the much-praised Amerigo and Laura, who make visitors feel less like guests and more like family.
- Castiglioncello del Trinoro, Italy
Perched high above the Val d'Orcia in a restored medieval village, Monteverdi Tuscany offers a rare, enveloping stillness, its large, luxuriously appointed rooms, outstanding spa with indoor pool and cold plunge, the warmly atmospheric bar, and the exceptional restaurant Zita with its rolling-hill sunset views all tended by a staff whose attentiveness guests describe as unlike anything they have encountered elsewhere.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills along the Via Francigena with views stretching to the towers of San Gimignano, this lovingly tended agriturismo wins hearts through its five-course evening dinners of Tuscan specialities, its well-kept pool set beautifully into the landscape, tastefully furnished rooms with terraces overlooking the countryside, generous breakfasts with attentive staff quietly offering more coffee, and the warmth of hosts Maria, Stefano, and Donatella, who make arriving strangers feel immediately at home.
- Lubriano, Italy
Tucked into the tufa cliffs of Lubriano, this remarkable B&B offers rooms carved directly into ancient rock, starlit nights broken only by crickets, and a warmly attentive hostess, Ginevra, whose evening meals and breakfasts draw as much praise as the restorative silence of the surrounding woodland.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into Tuscan woodland near Siena, this rustic agriturismo wins hearts through hosts Daniela and Paolo, whose warmth extends from freshly baked cakes, homemade jams, and garden vegetables at the breakfast table to personally arranging winery visits, all beside an infinity pool, with their golden retriever Gina completing the picture of a place guests describe as feeling like coming home.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the wooded hills of the Val d'Orcia, Agriturismo Cerreto charms with spacious, rustically furnished rooms, some with open fireplaces, breathtaking views across the Tuscan countryside, and Monica's lovingly prepared breakfast baskets, filled with homemade jams and sweet and savoury treats, delivered each morning to your private terrace.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills just three kilometres from San Gimignano, this carefully restored 16th-century farmhouse wins hearts through the warmth of hosts Stefano and Daniela, Debora's hands-on cooking classes enjoyed with local wine, Margarita's daily breakfast of freshly baked cakes and good cappuccino, rooms with window views over vineyards and olive groves that guests liken to paintings, and an infinity pool gazing out across the towers of the ancient town.
- Palazzetto, Italy
Guests speak of wood-burning fireplaces crackling in stone-walled rooms, a rustic breakfast spread rooted in the estate's own organic kitchen gardens, and a Tuscan hillside setting where the service, at least at table, rises to match the three Michelin keys awarded just before many of them arrived.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan countryside, this lovingly restored farmhouse charms with spacious, light-filled rooms, a sprawling garden where breakfast is served on the patio each morning, Carolina's homemade orange cake and banana bread scenting the air well before the table is laid, and the warmth of hosts Paolo and Carolina, whose local knowledge, resident cats, and unhurried hospitality make guests feel thoroughly at home from the moment they arrive.
- Lucca, Italy
Nestled among the Tuscan hills outside Lucca, this beautifully curated orange villa, with its elegantly decorated rooms, serene gardens, convivial pool, long shared breakfasts, and the devoted attentiveness of hosts Ludovica and Rachele, wraps guests in an atmosphere that is at once elevated and deeply relaxed, making every corner feel like a discovery and every day feel as cherished as the last.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the panoramic Sienese hills, this family-run agriturismo, where Filippo greets you like a long-lost friend, breakfasts arrive directly to your apartment each morning, and Tommaso and Cristina's kitchen draws on their own kitchen garden, wraps every stay in the kind of unhurried, multigenerational warmth that is increasingly rare to find.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Tucked into the hills above San Gimignano, this family-run agriturismo wraps guests in the warmth of Umberto, Angelica, and Riccardo's hospitality, from freshly made eggs and cappuccino in the courtyard at breakfast and hands-on pasta-making classes with the family, to a pool, home-produced wines of the highest order, and rooms so spacious and beautifully finished that guests find themselves ringing friends before they've even unpacked.
- Pugnano, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills above the plain of Pisa, this family-run agriturismo wraps guests in the warmth of Arianna's kitchen, local salumi, homemade cake, zero-kilometre breakfasts, while donkeys, goats, a horse, and a sheepdog roam outside, and long evening conversations with the hosts leave visitors feeling less like paying guests than old friends of the house.
- Umbertide, Italy
Tucked into the Umbrian countryside, this thoughtfully designed boutique retreat wins devoted repeat visitors through its passionate young staff, farm-to-table dining using produce from nearby producers, garden rooms that radiate quiet luxury, and a breakfast that guests rate above anything they've encountered at grand five-star hotels.
- Selva di Santa Fiora, Italy
Tucked into the forests of the Tuscan hills, this family-run agriturismo, presided over by Marianna and her mother Iva, welcomes guests with breakfasts of homemade cakes and jams, freshly pressed olive oil, and the kind of unhurried warmth that has regulars returning year after year to walk the woodland trails, spot roe deer and wild boar, and simply breathe.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills near San Gimignano, this lovingly restored medieval monastery offers sweeping views over the countryside, thoughtfully decorated spaces filled with charming details, and the warm, personal welcome of hosts Peter and Erika Niesel, a true jewel in the woods for those seeking deep quiet and unhurried relaxation.
- Fosciandora, Italy
A beautifully restored 16th-century villa in the Garfagnana hills, Villa Raffaelli wins hearts with its antique-furnished rooms, a jacuzzi set within an ancient well, a modern pool, and a host in Leonardo who arranges everything from wine tastings to cooking courses with warmth and quiet efficiency.
- Baschi, Italy
Tucked along the Cammino dei Borghi Silenti above Baschi, this warmly run B&B rewards walkers with spotlessly kept, tastefully furnished rooms, a generous shared dinner cooked by host Silvia and enjoyed at the table with her and Derek, and an unforgettable garden view across Lago di Corbara at sunset.
- Pienza, Italy
Tucked into a 16th-century palazzo on Via Corso Rossellino in the heart of Pienza, this small guesthouse wins hearts with its beautifully furnished Tuscan-style rooms, attentive hosts who deliver abundant breakfasts, including homemade pastries, directly to your door, and at least one room with its own little terrace, all of which left several guests more reluctant to leave the room than to explore the town itself.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked among olive groves and vineyards on a Sienese hillside, this small, carefully tended osteria wins devoted regulars with its superb Tuscan cooking, pici pasta, bistecca split to two different temperatures without complaint, gluten-free meals handled with quiet grace, attentive, unfussy service from owners who run the tables and the kitchen themselves, and a terrace looking out over the rolling Tuscan countryside that makes even locals feel they are on holiday.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the Val d'Elsa countryside, this rustic Tuscan farmhouse, where hosts Manuela and Massimo welcome guests with local wine and olive oil, offers romantic balcony mornings, long afternoons by the pool, and evenings spent at the barbecue watching fireflies drift across the hillside.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked away along an unpaved Tuscan track, this restored farmhouse run by Francesco and Gianna rewards the effort of arrival with soul-settling countryside views, a pool, and a breakfast table where Francesco's eggs and Gianna's coffee have guests returning year after year.
- Lucca, Italy
Tucked into the ancient hilltop village of Sillico with sweeping views of the Alpi Apuane, Le Muse wins hearts through Paola's attentive hospitality, cosy and well-kept rooms, and a breakfast table laden with homemade cakes, fresh fruit, and local produce that guests return for again and again.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Tucked among the vineyards and rolling hills outside San Gimignano, this small family-run property charms guests with the warm hospitality of hosts Mario and Franca, a breakfast laden with artisan local produce, and the chance to taste their own estate olive oil and Vernaccia straight from the cellar.
- Florence, Italy
Staying at Tre Gigli feels less like checking into a B&B and more like being welcomed into a Florentine home, where host Fernanda sits you down at the kitchen table with a map, marks out her favourite hidden corners of the city, makes you coffee on arrival, and has stocked the lavishly decorated, vintage-furnished rooms, including the much-loved Sun Room, with thoughtful touches from snack bowls to filtered drinking water, all just five minutes' walk from Santa Maria Novella station.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked away on a quiet side street yet steps from the Duomo, this family-run boutique hotel wins hearts through the warmth of its named staff, Gian Luca, Nenad, Viridiana and others, emerald-green décor, beautifully appointed suites, fluffy towels, and breakfasts served at a Michelin-starred restaurant, all combining to create a stay that feels, as multiple guests put it, less like a hotel and more like a home.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked among Tuscan vines and olive groves, this beautifully kept agriturismo charms with rustically furnished rooms, a lovely pool, homemade cakes at breakfast each morning, and the warmth of host Cristina, who once refused payment from guests after a power cut, insisting they were simply her guests.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan countryside along a Roman road that pilgrims have walked since the 900s, this lovingly restored 16th-century grain mill wins the hearts of guests who return visit after visit, drawn back by owner Luca's warm hospitality, spacious rooms decorated with evident care, breakfasts served on the terrace overlooking the gardens, and evening dinners accompanied by a well-chosen selection of local wines.
- Perugia, Italy
Silvana and Alessandro's immaculately kept home in Perugia wraps guests in the kind of attentive, unhurried warmth, guests repeatedly describe feeling not like paying visitors but like old friends welcomed into a family, that, paired with their remarkable knowledge of the local territory, makes returning feel less like a choice than an inevitability.
- Buggiano, Italy
A family-owned retreat with exposed-beam rooms, attentive personal service, and a tranquil terraced setting that guests repeatedly describe as a restorative haven rather than a hotel.
- Cinque Terre, Italy
Tucked away in the hilltop village of Volastra, this immaculate family-run hotel wins hearts through the tireless warmth of owner Antonella, who personally tailors breakfast to each guest's wishes, drawing on local jams and honey, while steering visitors towards breathtaking trails and the best restaurants of the Cinque Terre below.
- Tuoro sul Trasimeno, Italy
Villa di Piazzano offers warm, attentive personal service and a peaceful Tuscan setting with beautiful grounds, yet the experience tilts toward polished luxury rather than intimate cosiness, undermined by one guest's account of dated, dingy rooms and dishonest marketing that suggests inconsistency in the actual accommodation quality.
- Perugia, Italy
Tucked into the peaceful Umbrian-Tuscan countryside, this welcoming family-run locanda charms with exposed beams, a wood-burning stove, generous homemade cakes and eggs at breakfast, and hosts who greet you with chilled wine and warm conversation.
- Siena, Italy
Run with warmth by Ilaria and Pier Paolo, this family-owned Tuscan agriturismo wins hearts through its pool, cooking classes, garden-fresh dinners prepared by a resident chef, and a scenic setting that guests describe as the highlight of entire Italian trips.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Perched among the Tuscan hills near San Gimignano, this family-run farmhouse charms with attentive, warm-hearted hosts, spacious rooms with fridges, and lavish breakfasts served on the terrace, featuring homemade crêpes, local charcuterie and cheeses, honeys and jams, fresh juice, and the property's own organic olive oil and affordable biodynamic wines.
- Bologna, Italy
Tucked into a splendid stretch of Bolognese countryside, Il Cavicchio charms guests with its enchanting garden, spotless rooms, and the warm hospitality of hosts Chiara and Eugenio, whose local knowledge and aperitivo tastings, featuring honey harvested just 75 yards from the house, make for a quietly memorable stay.
- Piegaro, Italy
Tucked within a medieval structure dating to the 1100s, once a bishop's residence, this enchanting Umbrian agriturismo charms guests with Renaissance frescoes, beautifully tended gardens, welcoming owners, and breakfasts of homemade cakes and artisan jams.
- Pieve San Giovanni, Italy
A small, personally-run Tuscan property where attentive owners Dorothee and Martin serve homemade breakfast amongst olive groves and forest, creating the intimate, warm hospitality that makes guests return, though practical limitations (single toilet) prevent it from reaching the highest cosiness tier.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the Maremma village of Roccalbegna, this carefully restored albergo wins hearts with its ivy-and-wisteria pergola, elegantly simple rooms, attentive staff who make guests feel immediately at home, and a kitchen turning out exceptional handmade tortelli and slow-braised rabbit that draw locals and international visitors alike to the terrace on warm evenings.
- Florence, Italy
Perched among the Tuscan hills outside Florence, this charming villa B&B wins hearts with its well-appointed rooms, spectacular countryside views from the breakfast room, and staff whose warmth and attentiveness left guests so enchanted that several vowed to return.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked into the rolling Crete Senesi hills, Podere Alberese wins hearts through Silvia and Ana's attentive, warm-hearted hosting, spacious and welcoming rooms, breakfasts built around homemade cakes and local produce, and wine tastings paired with regional salumi and cheeses that leave guests, and their four-legged companions, eager to return.
- Casole d'Elsa, Italy
A Tuscan country estate where passionate staff create warmth through attentive, unforced service across gardens, restaurants and rooms, though the scale and luxury positioning prevent it from achieving the intimate, small-scale character of truly cosy establishments.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills just fifteen minutes from Florence, this intimate 14th-century villa, with only seven rooms, tastefully furnished with antique pieces, immaculate bathrooms, and a serene saltwater pool, wins repeated devotion through its attentive staff, notably Francesca, Emiliano, and Carolina, who anticipate guests' needs with quiet efficiency, and a breakfast that, though modest in scale, leaves little wanting.
- Lucca, Italy
Tucked away on a bluff with breathtaking views, this warmly run bed and breakfast charms guests with spacious, comfortable rooms, including a whirlpool Tree House and a balcony Tranquility Room perfect for sunrises, a varied, delicious breakfast served each morning, complimentary evening wine, and hosts Kris and Charlie whose kindness and generosity leave visitors already planning their return.
- Lucca, Italy
Tucked between Lucca and Pisa in a well-tended garden complete with hammock and bicycles, this spotless B&B wins hearts with Filippo and his wife's warmly hospitable welcome and an extraordinary homemade breakfast, rustic tarts, ricotta pastries, chocolate muffins and more, that guests consistently rate the highlight of their stay.
- Montepulciano, Italy
Tucked amid Tuscan vineyards and olive groves down a country lane minutes from Montepulciano, Casagrande wins hearts through its well-kept pool, spotlessly clean apartments with private outdoor spaces, and the warm, knowledgeable welcome of its three sibling hosts, Giacomo, Sara, and Gianmarco, who readily share local restaurant tips, arrange dinner reservations, and press their own olive oil on departing guests, making it the sort of place that draws visitors back again and again.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Nestled along the ancient Via Francigena with sweeping views across Tuscan vineyards and olive groves, this immaculately kept villa wins hearts through Giulia's warmly attentive welcome, complete with gift baskets of local wine, fruit, and pasta, a generously equipped harvest-table kitchen, a sparkling panoramic pool, and grounds scattered with fig, pomegranate, and olive trees that make every terrace a place to linger from grape harvest through to dusk.
- Siena, Italy
Tucked along a private dirt road through olive groves on the Tuscan hillside, Maggie's offers colourful, comfortable rooms, a breakfast of fresh produce and homemade preserves, and a view across to the towers of San Gimignano that guests find themselves thinking about for years afterwards, all warmed by a host whose energy and attentiveness leave a lasting impression.
- Monticiano, Italy
Tucked into the wooded Tuscan hills near Monticiano, this peaceful agriturismo charms with its working beehives, the croaking of frogs from the adjacent pond, attentive hosts on hand for local tips, and well-appointed, comfortable rooms that come into their own when the weather turns.
- Bologna, Italy
Tucked into the greenery of Pontecchio Marconi with a beautiful garden just a short train ride from Bologna, this immaculate, thoughtfully furnished apartment B&B wins hearts through the warmth of hosts Jennifer and Nicola, who go well beyond the expected, offering generous breakfasts, local recommendations, and even minding guests' dogs, all wrapped in the kind of attentive, detail-minded care that leaves visitors firmly resolved to return.
- San Gimignano, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills near San Gimignano, this small agriturismo charms with its panoramic terrace, spacious and well-appointed interiors, and the warmth of young, passionate owners who welcome guests with an attentiveness that seasoned travellers will immediately recognise and appreciate.
- San Giuliano Terme, Italy
Perched on a steep hillside amid 16 hectares of unspoilt Tuscan countryside, this agriturismo wins wholehearted admiration for its panoramic views over Pisa, its attentive owner Giulio, who guides guests through the estate's story and produces his own organic olive oil and wine, well-kept rooms with a pleasingly old-fashioned character, and breakfasts of freshly prepared, varied fare that guests return to with real fondness.
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