The Locanda Del Ponte occupies a completely refurbished old Tuscan country house located in the Ponte a Macereto area on the banks of the Merse River, ten kilometres from the Chianti region and 19 kilometres from Siena. The 63 guestrooms feature rustic decor with original features, including wooden ceiling beams and terracotta floors. All are equipped with direct dial phones, cable television, dial up Internet ports, desks, minibars and bathrooms with showers and complimentary toiletries.
After a buffet breakfast, guests of the hotel can relax in the lounge with a drink or take in views of the surrounding countryside from the patio. The hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool complete with a terrace, where guests can soak up the sun and order drinks from the bar. The hotels traditional country restaurant offering a choice of Italian and Tuscan speciality dishes, including Tuscan Tordello, Pappa al Pomodoro Soup, Maialino da Latte (suckling pig) or Roasted Kid, prepared using local ingredients. Those keen on tennis can practise their serve at onsite court. The hotel also offers conference rooms and business luncheons for executive travellers. Multilingual staff at the 24 hour front desk can offer advice on sightseeing opportunities, exchange currency and look after valuables in the safe deposit box. Those arriving by car will find complimentary secure parking facilities on site. The hotels location means that guests are ten kilometres away from the scenic wine region of Chianti. The historical town of Siena, 19 kilometres from the hotel, offers attractions including the 12th century Gothic cathedral and Palazzo Buonsignore, home to the National Picture Gallery. Vespucci Florence Airport is 100 kilometres away, with an approximate driving time of two hours.
Rates:
189 - 189 EUR
Number Of Rooms: 63
Number Of Floors: 2
Amenities:
In House Dining
In House Bar
Children Allowed
Meeting Rooms
La Locanda del Ponte
Localita Ponte a Macereto SS. 223
Monticiano, Italy 53015
Driving Directions:
Guests are strongly advised to organise transport from the airport to the hotel prior to arrival. The hotel offers a shuttle service at a surcharge and subject to booking. Alternatively, guests can take either a train or bus service from Florence to Siena central station, which is ten kilometres from the hotel. A car is highly recommended for exploring the surrounding area, although there are trains serving the main towns and cities of the Tuscan region.
Driving directions: From the airport, take the A1 highway towards Rome. Exit at Valdichiana and continue through Siena and into Grosseto.