Tuscan tourists often overlook Grosseto, despite its numerous splendid palazzos and incredible wall defences. And it's the fact that so many overlook it that draws those who are looking for an authentically Italian Tuscan town. The accommodation options here are varied to say the least and our pick of the best places to stay in Grosseto include a former Medici hunting lodge, and a luxurious resort overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Just 14 km from the coast, Grosseto offers a historic centre wrapped in medieval walls, an outstanding archaeology museum, and easy access to the rolling landscapes of the Maremma. It’s the kind of place where you can soak up history one day and head for the beach or countryside the next. While the town itself doesn’t overflow with hotels, you’ll find some special stays nearby. And if you’d rather be by the water, the coastal villages around Castiglione della Pescaia have plenty of inviting options.

The Best Places to Stay in Grosseto

For a Special Occasion

• Once a Medici hunting estate, L'Andana blends woodland seclusion with French-chateau elegance—33 lavish rooms, pools, spa, and Michelin-starred dining. Guests savour cooking classes, golf, tennis, horse riding, and family-friendly fun, all wrapped in timeless Tuscan luxury.

For Sea Views

• Cala del Porto is an intimate luxury resort with 41 elegant rooms, each boasting sea-view balconies. Overlooking the Tyrrhenian, it features a lagoon pool, lush gardens, and two standout restaurants serving superb seafood against a backdrop of coastal glamour.

For the Views

• Set in an 11th-century fortress, Hotel della Fortezza overlooks Sorano with sweeping views. Its 16 rustic rooms feature terracotta floors, beams, and antiques, while medieval armour lines the halls. Off the tourist trail, it’s charming, affordable, and serves authentic Tuscan cuisine.

For a Tuscan Escape

• The Agriturismo Sant'Egle is a rustic, eco-chic farmhouse retreat with just seven characterful rooms, some with fireplaces. Expect vineyard-wrapped pool, farm-to-table dining, and a shop of local produce. Adults-only, it offers spa rituals, yoga, bike rides, and serene countryside bliss.

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Travel Information

• Grosseto’s closest international airport as the crow flies is Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci, which is about two hours drive, or four and a half hours on the train. But many visitors will probably find it easier to arrive in to Pisa Airport, which is about an hour and a half's drive away, or about two hours on the train. Both options from Pisa are scenic trips along a beautiful stretch of Tuscan coastline. It also has its own small airport, Grosseto Baccarini Airport, but its use is intermittent.
• If you're looking to hire a car, we recommend visiting our online partner Rentalcars.
• Just 14kms from the Tyrrhenian Sea, which opens onto the Mediterranean, Grosseto has the Mediterranean hot, dry summers and mild winters. Spring warms into summer, and in July and August you can expect temperatures around 30°C, so if you prefer milder temperatures April and June will be the best time to visit Grosseto. Easter in Italy is always a special time to visit.

Still not sure?

• Expand your search to include all our recommendations for the best places to stay in Tuscany or the best places to stay on the Tuscan coast,
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