ROOMS & SUITES: 33

L'Andana, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, was the former residence of Leopold II, Duke of Tuscany, located in the heart of Tuscany.

All the rooms have been tastefully decorated in different styles by the talented Italian architect and director of AD Magazine, Ettore Mocchetti. They offer visitors the ultimate in refinement and comfort, as well as a magnificent view of the Tuscan countryside Simple though refined luxury, respecting the spirit of the place. Tradition and modernity are united since the estate is also equipped with ultra modern technological equipment LCD screen television, high speed internet access, DVD-CD player.

Chef Alain Ducasse runs two hotels in his native France, but for his first Italian venture he hooked up with wine producer Vittorio Moretti to create L'Andana. L'Andana offers a beautiful swimming pool, a large outdoor Jacuzzi in the gardens, bicycle rental, horseback riding, Spa, tennis court, golf course. Sandy beaches are nearby.

AFFILIATIONS

Leading Small Hotels of the World

ACCOLADES & ARTICLES

Andrew Harper Grand Award Winner 2007

"Renowned chef Alain Ducasse oversees this posh and peaceful 1,200-acre hideaway estate nestled in the unspoiled Maremma region near the Tuscan coast, 45 miles southwest of Siena."
- Andrew Harper recommended since 2006

WOW FACTORS

• This hotel with 33 rooms set on a 1,200-acre estate was once a Medici hunting lodge frequented by Grand Duke Leopold II, the villa has been restored to its former glory.
• Alain Ducasse protégé Christophe Martin prepares traditional Tuscan dishes in the restaurant.
• The estate makes its own wine and has its own chapel.
• The hotel can organize a boat tour that sails around the tiny islands, bays and inlets of the Maremma coast.

AWARDS

Andrew Harper Award Winner

INSIDER TIPS

• Dinner reservations are essential.
• The hotel is closed in January/February.
• The easiest way to get around this area is by rental car, and on-site parking is free.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Prestige Suites
Superior Suites
Junior Suites
Deluxe Rooms
Superior Rooms

FACILITIES

Bikes available
Cooking Classes
Jacuzzi/Whirlpool
Spa
Swimming Pool - Outdoor
Tennis Court(s)
WiFi - Complimentary in-room
Wine Cellar

EXPLORE

L'Andana is located in the Maremma region, near the Tuscan coast, facing the Island of Elba. The estate is located in Castiglione de la Pescaia, in the province of Grosseto. The cities of Florence, Siena, Pisa, as well as many other major historical, archaeological and cultural sites are in the vicinity. Maremma is also a unique natural setting: 9000 hectares of land including wildlife reserves and protected oasis. A rich heritage of flora and fauna.

Maremma National Park - The sparsely populated hills and lowlands are home to an incredible variety of plant and animal life, and from the old fishing village of Castiglione della Pescaia, there are miles of undeveloped sandy beaches.

AIRPORT

Rome-Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

AIRPORT DISTANCE

164 km

HIGH SEASON

May through October
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GETTING THERE

Rome (FCO) - 164 km or Pisa (PSA) - 145 km.

Private transfers from/to Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) and Rome Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) are approximately $530 per car, each way, and can be arranged through the hotel.

The hotel recommends renting a car for a less expensive transfer from/to the airports.

CHILD POLICY

Children are an additional cost.

PET POLICY

Small dogs are permitted at an additional cost of approximately $28 per pet, per day.

SMOKING POLICY

Smoking is not permitted