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Hotel San Lino
Address - Via San Lino, 26, 56048, Volterra
General Information
Hotel San Lino, situated within the medieval wall of Volterra, was originally built as a convent in 1480 and remained as such until 1982 when it became an hotel. The building maintains a certain mystic aspect of its original "life" thanks to specialized renovations which have helped to enhance its historic charm whilst introducing necessary modern day comforts.
From the rooms facing the Via San Lino guests can view one of the most suggestive medieval streets of Volterra, through which pass, the processions for local historical events and the much acclaimed "Flag Throwers" of Volterra.
The rooms which face the internal side of the hotel allow guests to enjoy the view of the small garden, where the dominating colours are the blue of the swimming pool and the multi coloured rays of the stained glass window belonging to the tiny church of San Lino.
Thanks to it central but quiet location, Hotel San Lino is the ideal place for all who wish to experience the tranquillity of an age gone by or for those who wish to discover the architectural and natural beauty of one of the most ancient cities in Italy.
Hotel San Lino offers its guests numerous facilities which have been studied in order to provide the maximum comfort and ease. In an adjacent building, a private and ample garage offers the most practical solution to park your car and discover Volterra.
"Internet point" can be found tucked away in a discreet corner near to the reception area on the ground floor and opposite, a small bar from where to order drinks, to be consumed in the bar area, in the restaurant or in the internal courtyard.
On the first floor of the hotel one can find access to the garden and sun terrace. Here, surrounded only by tranquillity, it is possible to relax on a sun bed or maybe having a swim in the pool.
Made up of three elegantly furnished areas, the hotel restaurant "Le Monache" provides a perfect setting in which to enjoy an intimate dinner for two or an evening with friends.
The half board menu is comprised of a first course, second course with side dish and a dessert or fruit and for each course there are three delicious alternatives from which to choose. The cost is € 16.00 per person excluding beverages. The menu is varied but rigorously bound to the culinary traditions of the Tuscan region.
The restaurant staff will knowledgably advise in your choice and suggest the ideal wines to accompany your meal.
Every morning in the ample main dining-room a rich buffet breakfast is served offering a tempting array of home-made cakes, cold meats, yogurt and cereals and provides the perfect start to an intense day of sightseeing in our beautiful city.
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