La Miniera is a charming hotel set in the 19th century copper mining village of Montecatini, surrounded by the green Volterra hills. This two storey hotel features 13 guestrooms, designed to retain as much of their original character as possible with white walls, wooden shutters, exposed beams, and traditional Tuscan furniture. Amenities include televisions, complimentary bottled water, and private bathrooms with showers.
The Miners Tavern restaurant is situated in the original tavern building, with maps and photos documenting the mines history. Traditional local dishes are washed down with the best Tuscan wines, and local specialities include dishes such as Pappa al Pomodoro, Penne alla Boscaiola, and Torta della Nonna. As well as enjoying the chefs traditional Tuscan dishes, guests are offered the chance to learn how to cook them in lessons organised at the hotel. Coffees are served in the lobby or guests can relax on the patio and admire the beautiful views of the Volterra hills. Free parking is available for guests to leave their cars and explore the area on bicycles, which can be rented at the hotel. Guests at the hotel can enjoy the tranquillity of Montecatini Val di Cecina by wandering around town and visiting the local archaeological sites, or use the hotel as a base from which to explore the rest of Tuscany: Volterra is ten kilometres away and San Gimignano 40 kilometres. The nearest airport is Florence which is 90 kilometres from the hotel, around 75 minutes by car.
Rates:
78.55 - 128.28 EUR
Number Of Rooms: 13
Number Of Floors: 2
Check In Time: 5:00 PM -
Check Out Time: 10:00 AM
Amenities:
In House Dining
In House Bar
Children Allowed
Pets Allowed
Meeting Rooms
Wake Up Service
Hotel di Campagna La Miniera
Localita la Miniera 12
Montecatini Val Di Cecina, Italy 56040
Driving Directions:
The nearest train station to the hotel is Cecina, 30 kilometres (18.5 miles) away so the best way to get to the hotel is by car, or by taxi which can be hired at the airport terminal.