- Courtesy shuttle bus to Florence, only a 15 minute drive away
- Hotel restaurant overlooking the peaceful River Arno and Tuscan countryside
A fine example of 16th century Medicean architecture, this dignified villa now ranks as one of Italy's finest luxury hotels. Villa La Massa enjoys an enviable semi-rural location amidst enchanting Chianti and Rufina hills on the south bank of the River Arno, yet the centre of Florence is only a 15-minute drive away.
A member of 'The Leading Hotels of the World' collection, the villa has beautifully decorated lounges and guest rooms and is housed in four buildings; the Noble Villa (Villa Nobile), the Mill (Il Mulino XV century), the little Villa (Il Villino) and the newly refurbished Casa Colonica. Guests have the opportunity to explore Florence on a regular basis using the hotel's courtesy shuttle to and from the Ponte Vecchio.
The hotel provides the exclusive Arno Spa which features cold water pools and sensory showers, a Turkish bath, sauna and a fitness room. Guests can also unwind with a classic Italian aperitivo by the swimming pool before enjoying superb Tuscan specialities on the terrace of the elegant Restaurant Il Verrocchio, overlooking the peaceful River Arno and the gently sloping Tuscan hills, or in the private 14th century wine cellar.
The hotel has 51 rooms (official rating 5 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-12 years.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Il Verocchio
Included With: Bed & Breakfast
Dress Code: Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers and long-sleeved shirt in the evening.
Open 7.30am - 10.30am and 7.30pm - 10.30pm
The Il Verrocchio restaurant has an indoor dining hall with a vaulted ceiling and a wonderful terrace overlooking the River Arno and the Rufina hills. Guests are offered a buffet breakfast of fruit juices, fruit, cheeses, Tuscan cured meats, cereals, yoghurt, organic jams and marmalade, prosecco (Italian sparkling wine) and eggs cooked to order. For dinner the menus propose a choice of Tuscan regional specialities and Mediterranean dishes. There is also a menu specially created for children and celiacs to satisfy their specific requirements.
Tuscan Bistrot
The Tuscan Bistrot, which is located in the Noble Villa next to the Medicean Bar, offers a cozy ambience where guests will find a range of dishes for both lunch or dinner.
Open: 12:30 - 23:00
Medicean Bar & Pool Bar
Bar is open 11am - midnight
Situated in the Noble Villa, the Medicean Bar offers a wide selection of refreshing drinks, cocktails and informal lunches. The Pool Bar is located close to the swimming pool with a view of the River Arno, and offers a selection of light snacks for relaxed lunches during summer months.
The Cellar
The Cellar is situated beneath the restaurant 'Il Verrocchio' in the Mill and is the ideal place for wine and cheese tasting or for private wine tasting parties.
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pool
Normally in use May - September.
Spa & Wellness
Arno Spa
Featuring Turkish bath, sauna, cold water pools, sensory showers and 2 Spa suites for treatments and massages (payable locally).
Sports & Activities
The hotel has a gym with state-of-the-art equiptment, yoga lessons (on request), tennis courts, complimentary bike hire and a jogging track.
Activities & Entertainment
Complimentary shuttle service to the centre of Florence
Wifi & Parking
Wifi & Parking
Stay connected with the wifi free of charge.
Parking avaliable.
About the location
Set on the banks of the beautiful River Arno is the picturesque hamlet of Candeli. Popular among locals for its prime location close to Florence, this village is dominated by the majestic Villa La Massa – a magnificent 16th-century Renaissance villa now operating as a luxury hotel. The main appeal of this rural hamlet lies in its proximity to Florence’s historic centre: guests can reach the medieval streets in just over 15 minutes by car or an hour on foot. This makes it really easy to get out and about to see some of Italy’s most revered sights. Wander around the enormous Piazza della Signoria beneath the shadow of Palazzo Vecchio’s ancient ramparts, stroll along the famous Ponte Vecchio or head to the magnificent 15th-century duomo – the city’s most iconic landmark. If you fancy slowing the pace down, Candeli is within easy reach of numerous Tuscan villages set throughout the beautiful rolling hills of the region.
Transfer time
The hotel is 40 mins from Florence airport:. Car hire is recommended for this hotel. Candeli is 4.5 miles from Florence and 48 miles from Pisa. Simply call us once you’ve completed your booking and we will talk you through the options.
Double Deluxe Room
Max 2 adults
Double Deluxe Rooms are located in all three buildings and are decorated in a classic but informal style, typical of noble dwellings in the Tuscan countryside. Rooms are spacious and bright offering views of the park. They can sleep up to two adults.
30m²
Double Prestige Room
Max 3 adults
Double Prestige Rooms are located in the Noble Villa, the Mill or the Limonaia and are spacious and elegant with a sitting area with views over the River Arno. They can sleep up to three adults.
40m²
Top Junior Suite
Max 3 adults
Top Junior Suites are located in all three buildings and are elegantly decorated in a Tuscan and classical style, with precious fabrics. Rooms are spacious and bright, filled with the colours of the Tuscan countryside and have a sitting area and beautiful views over the River Arno or the park. They can sleep up to three adults and are available on request, please call to book.
50m²
Suite
Max 3 adults
Suites are located in all three buildings and are spacious and elegant, with original Renaissance-style decorations and tapestries. They feature a bedroom and a separate large living room and have breathtaking views over the gardens. They can sleep up to three adults and are available on request, please call to book.
60m²
Exclusive Suite
Max 3 adults
Exclusive Suites are large luxurious rooms which are located in all three buildings. They feature a bedroom and a separate large living room and have breathtaking views of the Arno River. They can sleep up to three adults and are available on request, please call to book.
60m²
Suite Colonica
This room is not available to book online.
But give us a call and one of our travel centre experts may be able to get a quote for you. Call to book 01293 762410 *
Based on 370 traveller reviews
92% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ A cut above the rest
Michael R, UK
Oct 11 2021
Stunning hotel in a stunning location. This hotel offers a level of service above what would usually be expected of a standard 5 star establishment. Whilst it is formal, we always felt looked after...
Stunning hotel in a stunning location. This hotel offers a level of service above what would usually be expected of a standard 5 star establishment. Whilst it is formal, we always felt looked after in a very friendly manner and never felt ill at ease. Expect to pay over the odds to stay here, especially for any ancillaries, but for a short stay as part of a longer holiday, being looked after was more important to us. We were made to feel special which was lovely.
An extra treat is that the owner is a petrolhead and had organised a fine gathering of supercars during our stay (not for us I hasten to add 😊) - a complete surprise but made our time here even better. We plan to return as part of an extended European tour next year.
The hotel is outside Florence, and even though we walked into town one day, it takes about 90 minutes. There is an executive shuttle service into Florence, but this stops at about 6pm. Taxis are aplenty so returning in the evening is no problem. Better still to have a hire car.
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“ Heaven is probably Villa La Mass
X4109HVayah,
Oct 09 2021
We're returning guests at Villa La Massa for many years.
Every time beyond expectations , every visit new surprises ,just from last year,
a beautiful new swimming pool ,a new bistro , a new annex...
We're returning guests at Villa La Massa for many years.
Every time beyond expectations , every visit new surprises ,just from last year,
a beautiful new swimming pool ,a new bistro , a new annex with amazing rooms.
The service is unbeatable , Tamara from reception and all staff will make their utmost to make your stay unforgettable .
Looking forward next time !
Arriviederci !
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“ Hard, if not impossible, to beat! Can we give it more than 5 stars??
Maria G,
Sep 22 2021
I cannot possibly say enough nice things about this amazing place. The property is absolutely pristine, Rooms are decorated beautifully, with the most lovely materials and finishes. Service is...
I cannot possibly say enough nice things about this amazing place. The property is absolutely pristine, Rooms are decorated beautifully, with the most lovely materials and finishes. Service is amongst the best we have ever experienced and the food is superb. We can???t wait to return!!
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“ Outstanding
jhdonovan, Washington DC, District of Columbia
Sep 20 2021
We just returned from the most incredible five day stay at Villa la Massa. The hotel has a beautiful setting with breathtaking views of the Arno River. ??The restaurant is fantastic and the service...
We just returned from the most incredible five day stay at Villa la Massa. The hotel has a beautiful setting with breathtaking views of the Arno River. ??The restaurant is fantastic and the service impeccable. ??Tamara is amazing and does not miss a thing, she extremely organized and personal. ??She leads an excellent team that exceeded all of our expectations and requests. ??I cannot say enough good things about the staff and this wonderful hotel. ??Thank you and we are already looking forward to returning!
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“ Tamara second to none
Robwood75,
Aug 04 2021
this is our first time at Villa La Massa, we are members of the Sporting Club of the Sister Hotel, Villa D'Este in Lago di Como. The location and ambiance of Villa Massa is perfect, being in the...
this is our first time at Villa La Massa, we are members of the Sporting Club of the Sister Hotel, Villa D'Este in Lago di Como. The location and ambiance of Villa Massa is perfect, being in the county on the banks of the Arno but just a short journey into Firenze. The pool and lunchtime restaurant is great. the best thing is Tamara who seems never to sleep and does the job of 5 people but always with a big smile and extreme professionalism.
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