• Modern hotel overlooking a valley in the hills of Tuscany, set in 40 acres of grounds just 12 kilometres from Florence.



• Bright guestrooms are finished in light shades of green, and include air conditioning, satellite television, and minibars.



• The hotel has indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna and fitness centre, and rents bikes to explore the surrounding countryside.

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Rooms

This three-floor hotel features 110 bright, modern guestrooms, all of which are decorated in light shades of green, and include air conditioning, satellite TV, safes, and minibars. Some of the rooms open onto terraces which offer panoramic views over the valley.

Room Amenities

• Air conditioning
• Internet access - high speed
• Internet access - wireless
• Cable/satellite TV
• Pay movies
• Minibar
• Hair dryer
• Ceiling fan
• Direct-dial phone
• Internet access - surcharge
• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping

• Private bathroom
• Designer toiletries
• Handheld shower
• Bidet
• Electronic/magnetic keys
• Desk
• Window opens
• Clock radio
• In-room safe
• Sofa bed
• Rollaway beds
• Cribs (infant beds) available
• Smoking rooms

Recreation

Guests can explore the surrounding countryside on mountain bikes which can be hired at the hotel. Trekking excursions can also be arranged, and guests can try windsurfing on Lake Bilancino, three kilometres from the hotel.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby
• Boating nearby
• Swimming on site
• Sailing nearby
• Water skiing nearby
• Windsurfing nearby
• Boat launch nearby
• Racquetball/squash nearby

• Tennis nearby
• Bicycle rentals on site
• Hiking/biking trails on site
• Mountain biking on site
• Scooter/Moped Rentals nearby
• Horse riding/rental nearby
• Fishing nearby
• Bird watching nearby

Property Amenities

Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk are able to advise guests on the many recreational activities available in the surrounding countryside. These include trekking excursions, horse riding lessons, mountain biking, and windsurfing on the nearby Lake Bilancino. Within the hotel, which is set in 40 acres of its own ancient wooded grounds, guests can take a dip in the pool or work up a sweat in the sauna or fully-equipped fitness centre. Guests can relax in the armchairs and sofas of the Grand Lobby, which also has a bar, free Internet port and newsstand. The hotel also boasts eight conference rooms for hire, as well as free parking for guests arriving by car. A free shuttle bus operates between the hotel and Florence, running between two to eight times daily.

• Swimming pool - indoor
• Swimming pool - outdoor seasonal
• Steam room
• Sauna
• Concierge desk
• Fitness equipment
• Bar/lounge
• Restaurant(s) in hotel Restaurant
• Room service (limited hours)
• Coffee shop or café
• Parking (free)
• Exhibit space
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Business center
• Banquet facilities
• Conference room(s)
• Internet access - wireless

• Internet access in public areas - high speed
• 24-hour front desk
• Porter/bellhop
• Multilingual staff
• Currency exchange
• Translation services
• Babysitting or child care
• Gift shops or newsstand
• Tour assistance
• Laundry facilities
• Television in lobby
• Fireplace in lobby
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Elevator/lift
• Umbrella
• Wedding services
• Caters to families
• Caters to groups

Policies

Extra person charges may apply depending on hotel policy.
Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.

• Small pets only
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Dining

Guests of the Demidoff enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast each morning. Il Pievano Arlotto - White linen-topped tables line a colonnaded aisle in this grand dining area which is decorated in crimson and peach with a marble-effect floor. Specialising in Tuscan cuisine from locally-sourced ingredients, guests can sample dishes such as Taleggio Cheese and Pear Risotto, Artichoke Flan with Pecorino Cheese Sauce and Florentine T-Bone Steak, whilst enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Address

Via Della Lupaia 1556

Pratolino, FI 50036

Italy

Nearest major airport:

Florence, Italy (FLR-Peretola)

Area:

Mugello, Italy