About Montepulciano

Montepulciano, set high in the Tuscan hills, blends world-class wine with timeless hilltop charm and panoramic views. The town offers boutique hotels in Renaissance palazzi, cozy B&Bs along cobbled streets, and elegant villas surrounded by vineyards. Families enjoy the space and warmth of traditional farmhouse retreats, while couples can slip away to romantic hideaways within the historic center. With stays ranging from budget-friendly to luxurious, Montepulciano delivers the perfect base for exploring Tuscany’s flavors and landscapes.

Wandering up the steep main street is half the charm of visiting Montepulciano, with Renaissance palaces and churches guiding you toward the beautiful Piazza Grande—a perfect spot to pause and soak it all in. While the fortified walls keep the historic center wonderfully intact, they also mean space is limited. Some of the most memorable stays are actually just outside town, in lovingly restored villas and farmhouses surrounded by olive groves and vines. Whether you choose a room within the ancient streets or a rustic retreat a short drive—or leisurely walk—away, Montepulciano pairs timeless beauty with a sense of serene escape.

The Best Places to Stay in Montepulciano

For historic montepulciano

  • Locanda di San Francesco is a boutique hotel and gourmet restaurant perched near the top of the hill, offering sweeping views and instant access to the town’s cafes, bars, and eateries. With just four rooms, it feels intimate yet complete, featuring a library, a bar, gardens, and its own acclaimed Tuscan restaurant.

For a luxury resort

  • Just 20 minutes from Montepulciano, Precise Tale Poggio alla Salla is a stunning neoclassical villa. Its historic outbuildings have been transformed into a luxury resort surrounded by Tuscan vineyards. Guests can choose from elegant rooms and suites and enjoy top-tier amenities including a spa, three pools, a kids’ club, and an authentic Italian restaurant.

For a rural retreat

  • Fattoria San Martino is a rustic-chic 18th-century villa with only four rooms and apartments. Eco-renovated with limewash, stone, and natural finishes, it offers eclectic interiors, sweeping countryside views, and a vegetarian/ vegan restaurant with cooking classes.
  • Podere Monti is a 16th-century farmhouse brimming with Tuscan soul—terracotta tiles, antique details, and dreamy four-poster beds. Wander fragrant gardens, lounge by the pool, or dine al fresco beneath wisteria. A picture-perfect escape in Montepulciano’s rolling hills.

For an intimate escape

  • Villa Poggiano offers 14 rooms and suites rich in historic detail—painted ceilings, marble floors, fireplaces, tapestries. Guests enjoy cooking, wine, and art classes, plus a statue-lined pool.
  • Just outside Montepulciano, Podere Dionara is a six-room stone farmhouse B&B with rustic charm—terracotta tiles, beams, wrought iron, whitewashed walls. Surrounded by fields, it features breathtaking views and a spectacular infinity pool for a peaceful yet accessible Tuscan escape.

For couples

  • Just north of Montepulciano, Follonico is a serene B&B with two rooms and four suites blending rustic charm and modern comfort. Highlights include an infinity pool with sweeping views, an honesty wine bar, and alfresco breakfasts—perfect for slow, timeless Tuscan escapes.

For an apartment or villa

  • If you think a self-catering option would best suit your needs then browse through the wide variety available online with our partner, Booking.com.

Travel information

  • Florence Airport, Amerigo Vespucci, is 127 kms, or 79 miles from Montepulciano, about an hour and twenty minutes in the car. Pisa Airport may be useful to visitors too, about two hours drive away.
  • If you plan to hire a car, which we would advise if you want to get out and explore further afield, we recommend you visit our online partner Rentalcars.
  • The weather is at its best in the summer months, with the average daily temperature climbing to 30°C in July and August. However, this is peak tourist season and so if you want to avoid the crowds (and pay less for accommodation) then maybe April, June or September might be better. The weather's still in the low 20°Cs, perfect for sightseeing.

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The best hotels in Montepulciano

Locanda di San Francesco

Tuscany

A small hotel and restaurant in a charming hilltown. Four rustic chic bedrooms with fabulous views, excellent gourmet restaurant, and lots to do in the surrounding area from wine tasting to local music festivals.

  • Foodies
  • Sights nearby - Located in the centre of historic Montepulciano
  • Views - Wonderful views across the Val d'Orcia
  • Restaurant
from $210 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Fattoria San Martino

Montepulciano (Montepulciano)

A simple, rustic and stylishly renovated 18th century home. Totally eco friendly, they used limewash, beeswax and stone for construction, and the restaurant serves all vegetarian/vegan food. Elegant and eclectic rooms with chandeliers and incredible views of the Tuscan countryside.

  • Value chic - Well-priced rooms and a healthy breakfast is included. The apartments come with an oven, dishwasher and refrigerator.
  • Eco break - The owners are 'ambassadors' of green thinking and organic farming. All meals are homegrown and biodynamic.
  • Sights nearby - The interesting town of Lucca is close by and is worth exploring for its churches and monastries.
  • Cooking classes - Vegetarian/Vegan cooking classes can be organised by the owner, learn to live a healthy life!
from $216 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Villa Poggiano

Montepulciano (Tuscany)

After years of restoration current owners have returned this villa to its former glory. In 6 hectares of parkland it has rural views of the medieval town of Montepulciano. Exposed beams, terracotta floors and large windows feature in the rooms. There's a large pool & terrace. A rural idyll.

  • Cooking classes - The hotel offers cooking classes so you can take home some of their local secrets.
  • Local markets - If your stay falls on a Thursday head to Montepulciano’s vibrant market.
  • Sights nearby - The impressive Cathedral of Pienza is well worth a visit.
  • Great walks - Walk to the medieval town of Montepulciano.
from $221 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Follonico

Tuscany

Authentic and relaxed boutique B&B in the southern Tuscan hills. Six restored rooms and suites are rustic chic in style, beautifully done with a marvellous blend of period features and modern amenities. Just a short drive from Montepulciano and Siena. A hideaway where time continues to stand still.

  • Local exploring - A wonderful base from exploring this area of Tuscany
  • Restrictions on children - From May to August babies up to 1 and children over 12 are welcome. The rest of the year all ages are welcome.
  • Views - Incredible views of Montefollonico and Montepulciano.
  • Cooking classes - Ask Fabio or Suzanne to organise one for you.
from $231 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Podere Monti

Montepulciano (Tuscany)

This 16th-century farmhouse oozes rustic Tuscan charm, in the rolling hills near Montepulciano. Think flagstone floors, terracotta tiles, and sun-dappled walls, with antique touches and four-poster beds adding a cozy feel. Lush gardens, a serene pool, and al fresco dining under wisteria await.

  • Country Escape - Unwind in Tuscany’s rolling hills with vineyard views, serene gardens, and a pool shaded by wisteria-draped pergolas
  • Cooking classes - Master the art of Tuscan cooking with hands-on classes, crafting fresh pasta, rustic sauces, and traditional pastries
  • Ballooning - Glide over Tuscany’s patchwork hills with a hot air balloon ride, taking in views of Florence, Siena, and Chianti
  • Local exploring - Hop on a Vespa to explore Montepulciano’s hidden corners, winding through vineyards and charming medieval streets
from $255 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Podere Dionora

Tuscany

Delightful stone country house B&B surrounded by farmland with undulating views. Rustic chic rooms with four posted beds, some with private garden terraces. Lovely breakfast room and swimming pool. A refined and elegant spot for a wedding or a group holiday.

  • Groups
  • Weddings
  • Sights nearby - Just outside Montepulciano
  • Swimming Pool
from $295 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Precise Tale Poggio Alla Salla

Montepulciano (Tuscany)

A stunning neo classical villa and outbuildings turned luxury resort set amongst the vines not far from Montepulciano. Rooms and suites are beautifully done in light neutrals, many with period features and all with the same attention to detail. Three pools, a spa and Italian restaurant. Sheer bliss!

  • Families - This is a great family option with plenty of suitable rooms and suites, extensive grounds and lots of activities
  • Local exploring - Easy access to Montepulciano and surrounding countryside
  • Sights nearby - There are countless hilltop villages with dazzling churches to be discovered and Montepulciano is a short drive away
  • Spa breaks - The spa team will tailor make the perfect treatments schedule to ensure you leave rejuvenated
from $515 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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