A spa vacation resort with roots dating back to the days of Granduca Ferdinando I in the 17th-century, Fonteverde is nestled among rolling Tuscan hills south of Siena, Italy.
Why Go
Combine a cultural visit to Rome or Florence with a few relaxing days in the Italian countryside.
A vacation alternative to renting a villa in Tuscany, Fonteverde is a European spa resort where you can immerse yourself in spa waters and enjoy healing treatments.
Set in Val d'Orcia, the hotel is surrounded by gardens and a park, ideal for morning walks.
The hotel's 80 rooms and suites are decorated in rich reds and earth tones. Ask for a room with a terrace, order room service, and dine outdoors overlooking the countryside.
The Spa
Whether you want to relax in the healing thermal waters, or quickly shed a few pounds, it would be difficult to find more beautiful surroundings than those at the Fonteverde spa resort in Tuscany, Italy.
Built around thermal waters rich in sulphate, calcium, flouride and magnesium, the health spa offers a wide range of treatments. Guests can sign up for a week-long program, or pick and choose from the spa's diverse offerings. Individual treatments at the spa range from facials to anti-cellulite treatments and acupuncture, with rates starting at Euro 65 per treatment. Week-long programs start from Euro 650 plus the cost of accommodations at the Fonteverde hotel.
Food
Prepared with fresh local ingredients, the Fonteverde restaurant serves a variety of dishes. Even for those on a weight loss program, expert chefs put together low-calorie meals without sacrificing the taste.
The dining room is decorated with Renaissance paintings and sculptures, but nothing can rival the view of Tuscan countryside when dining outdoors under the vaulted aches.
The Facts
Fonteverde spa resort in located 125 miles from Rome and 90 miles from Florence. Rent a car or request that the hotel arrange an airport transfer for a fee.
Rates start from Euro 210 per person, based on double occupancy. During the low season, weekly packages start from Euro 1,176, and from Euro 1,323 during the high season.
