Name: Il Casale Del Cotone
Address: Localita Il Cotone 59 Cellole, San Gimignano, 53037, IT

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2025

Salvatore

Beautiful gardens and room was clean. Breakfast was nice. Friendly service.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2025

Jeffrey

Lovely place, beautiful garden and pool, very convenient to San Gimignano for dinner

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2025

Alessandro

Breathtaking

2/10

Poor

29 Jul 2025

Verified traveler

DO NOT BOOK HERE!!!

I messaged the property after not receiving any information for check in or even confirmation of the stay. They never responded. I am now trying to get a refund for the amount I paid of a hotel I didn’t even get to stay in due to the property not even doing the minimum to confirm or send instructions. TERRIBLE.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2025

Line

I would 100% recommend this little piece of heaven if you are visiting San Gimignano! Just a couple minutes from the town centre, it is idyllic and just the right place to restore after a long day of sightseeing. The owner Alessandro was so welcoming and takes the comfort of his guests very seriously. The rooms were so clean and comfortable and the gardens are spectacular. You cannot go wrong staying here. Beautiful pool and the views are breathtaking.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2023

Christine

This place is amazing! The views are spectacular. The room was perfect and the grounds are exactly what you’d expect for Tuscany. The owner is on hand at all times and is very friendly and accommodating. Our flight was delayed and we didn’t get in until midnight. He stayed up for us and talked us through the directions there. You do need a car if you’re staying here since there is no public transportation.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2023

William

This place was great.

8/10

Excellent

29 Aug 2022

Nadia

The property was beautiful with vistas to match. We found the bed extremely uncomfortable making it difficult to rest at night. The breakfast provided I felt was only adequate. The beauty of the property makes up for the bed

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2022

Darryl

This is the place to stay when visiting the Tuscan Region. Offers stunning view. Property is beautifully landscaped. Rooms are very spacious. Pool was excellent. We will definitely return.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2022

Richard

This is an amazing old villa with all the charm in the world. Our host was extremely friendly and helpful. It is clear that he has out a lot of love and effort into his property. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend it to any travelers.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2022

Majid

The owner and his family were accommodating and fabulous.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2019

Heather

Very charming and rustic property. It's not modernly fancy, but if that is what you are coming to Tuscany for, you are in the wrong place. The owner is very welcoming and helpful too.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2019

May

FABULOUS Owners were amazing. Highly recommend. Everything was just perfect. A great retreat to get away.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2019

Tony

The property is breathtaking with amazing views of the countryside .

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2019

Annette

Great location

Beautiful view, nice pool, good breakfast. Room was decent size with no view. Bed was a bit hard, shower was small but great water pressure n good towels. You need a car to get to town but nice that property was high up on mountain with a beautiful view. Great location if u want to drive to Siena or Florence both are about 45-60 min away. We enjoyed our stay.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The property was nice with great views of the Tuscan hills and of the town. Breakfast was average, the pool was quite nice, there was no WiFi reception in the rooms. It’s a 40 minute walk into town to get dinner cause they don’t serve any at the villa. So make sure you have a car. San Gimignano is lovely.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

17 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

poor cancellation policy

no confirmation email from hotel.com
hotel would not cancel and charged in full

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2019

Sergio

Tuscan Countryside Stay

Gorgeous location. Alessandro’s expertise shines throughout il Casale del Cotone. The grounds and interior and exterior are kept immaculate. Area and location provide panoramic Tuscan views and close proximity to San Gimignano. Strongly recommend vehicle for convenient transport to nearby points of interest.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2019

Lynnette

Awesome!!

It was the most beautiful location and hotel!! It was perfect!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Loved everything about it! Beauty of the grounds. The proprietor Allesandro . The proximity to San Gimignano .

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2019

Claire

Great apartments

This property has two apartments as well as rooms. We hired both apartments for Grandparents and family with a baby. They worked very well for us. Breakfast was provided. It's within view of St Gimignano. There are many restaurants around the area and it's close to wineries and other beautiful towns. The grounds are lovely. It could be improved with nice wine glasses and good tea!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2019

adrian

The owner and staff were very nice

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

I would give this propert a 4.5 out of 5. The only turn-off was the cost of the dinner. Upon arrival we were offered to stay for dinner the following night. It was positioned as an invitation and were not told that it would cost us $70 euro. Had we known, we would have declined. It’s quite steep for what you can get at restaurants in the immediate area. We had a bit of a shock when we checked out a few days later and were given the dinner bill. We felt it was a bit sly, which is unfortunate given we had such a great time and enjoyed everything while we were there. Otherwise it’s a great location within quick driving distance to Towns and vineyards. The property itself has stunning views and a (cold) refreshing pool. Breakfast is the same basic options you get at any other hotel. Just ask them to disclose the cost of dinner and what it includes before agreeing to such a charming disceptive “invitation “.

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2018

Bessie

We love the country setting of the hotel which is surrounded by vineyards. Swimming pool is great, not many people in this small resort, and the view is fantastic. Breakfast selection is great.

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2018

Ryan

Great Tuscan Farm Stay close to Town

Beautiful property with a great pool in the Tuscan country side. Close to San Gimignano and surrounding towns. Excellent location and property. Would definitely recommend. Only concern was the A\C was not turned on for the season yet and the in house suppers we heard such rave reviews about only happened once/Twice a week which we unfortunately missed. I’m sure both are just a function of the time of year. Great place overall!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2018

Carey

Almost perfect.. almost.

A very nice, quiet, comfortable and hospitable place to stay. Everything was fantastic.. almost everything. I highly recommend booking for dinner on the Sunday or Thursday usually (depending on how many guests are staying at the Inn). The only fault I can say is the beds are ok for comfort. This is the only thing I think that needs to be improved, including the pillows. Other than that.... STAY HERE. If my wife and I come to Tuscany, we will be ;)

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2018

Nancy

Very Nice

The grounds are well kept and the views are beautiful. The room was good except the bed and pillows could have been more comfortable. The breakfast was very good. Good variety of food. Location is just a few minutes to San Gimignano.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2018

Gloria

Excellent stay, lovely location.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2017

Laner

A real gem at Tuscany

Il Casilo del Catone was a great surprise for me and my wife. This place is located in a very scenic and privileged are in the Tuscan region, and about 2 miles from the gates of San Gimignano. Alessandro is a great host, very attentive, knowledgeable, and made us feel welcomed. We highly recommed Il Casilo.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Sep 2017

couple from US

Wonderful B&B close to San Gimignano

We stayed in this B&B while exploring Tuscany by car. We drove to nearby cities and towns including San Gimignano, Volterra, Siena and Florence. We visited 5 wineries and 2 museums and the Duomo in Siena. We hope to return soon.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

Excellent setting and friendly staff

Set on the outskirts of San Gimignano, this is a gem of a B&B. It offers tranquility away from the nearby frenetic pace of the visiting hordes. The Martelli brothers run this place just right, friendly and helpful yet unobtrusive.

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2017

Simon

Tuscany at its best!

This hotel was the high light of our trip in Tuscany. The location could not have been better with breathtaking views on the Tuscany landscape. It is a small rural hotel a stone throw away from San Gimignano an easy day trip distance from Sienna and Florence in the heart of Tuscany. The owner Alex was a superb host and treated us one night and some other guest to a home cooked Tuscany meal.( it does not have a restaurant but serves good breakfast and has a kitchen.) The food was outstanding. The room and bathroom was large very clean with stone floors. It has plenty of car parking.This stay(3 nights) could not have been better.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

Magic under Tuscany sky

We stay in the hotel for second time. This is the one of the most beautiful places for us. The staff and the owner are very kind. The rooms are clean, the breakfast are delicious, the pictures around the hotel are amazing. We love this place and Tuscany. They are in our hearts forever😊.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2016

Debra

In the middle of Tuscany.

Great place for touring Tucana. Wonderful dinners. Great hosts.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2016

Dan

Beautiful country location in a rustic hotel

Loved this place. Peaceful and beautiful setting. Great proprietor and staff. Wonderful views. Nice pool. Great breakfast. Clean and well maintained for an older facility. Barbecue dinner prepared by the proprietor and staff was great and a lot of fun on the cozy patio overlooking the grounds. Convenient location to see San Gimignano, Volterre and Sienna. 45 min from Florence. 20 min from Chianti. Highly recommend!

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2016

Stewart

Great B&B environment with very nice host. Great place to chill and use as a base to explore Tuscany. Very relaxing atmosphere

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2015

Larry

Great location

Beautiful surroundings and accommodations. Best breakfast quality of all the places we stayed.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2015

Verified traveler

Excellent place with a great location

This is a great B&B. Great locations with an amazing setup.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2015

Joanne and John

Lovely country resort

Our stay at Il Casale del Cotone was very memorable. Situated only 2 km from San Gimignano and surrounded by beauty all around, this resort offers wonderful vistas as well being able to relax by the lovely pool and enjoy the beautiful gardens. The host Alessandro was very friendly and very personable. The breakfast was plentiful and delicious. However, the most memorable time was a very special meal in the evening in the gardens...a night to remember. I have already recommended this place to many and hope to return one day.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Fabulous Tuscan B&B

We enjoyed 2 nights relaxing by the pool with a stunning view and a delicious Tuscan dinner in the beautiful surrounding gardens. I highly recommend this B&B and will be coming back again!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2015

Yvette

Unbelievable beauty!

What a gorgeous villa in the middle of an unreal setting. Alissadro is the ultimate host and quite the chef! The villa is located just 5 minutes from the quaint town of San Gimignano. We WILL be back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2015

Kirsten

Simply perfect

We just returned from two wonderful weeks at Il Casale del Cotone. Alessandro, the staff, and the accomodations could not have been any better. Everybody is super friendly, courteous, helpful and professional. The room is comfortable and very clean. Actually the entire grounds and the pool are kept in an immaculate condition. The place is centrally located for day trips to Florence, Pisa, Volterra, Siena, and smaller places such as Certaldo, Monteriggioni, and Colle di Val d'Elsa. All bigger cities can be reached easily by train which can be boarded in Certaldo (6 miles). The train station has plenty of parking and the ticket machines are easy to use. Just don't forget to validate your ticket. Even Venice and Rome can be reached by train in about three hours by going to Florence and taking a high speed train from there. Alessandro gave us that tip about taking the train, and it took a lot of stress out of travelling.

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2015

Peter

A walk in the clouds

Absolutely wonderful! Gorgeous vistas all around. Best breakfast by far so far. Very clean and comfortable. The staff exceedingly friendly and helpful. Would love to have stayed a lot longer. It's in the countryside but easy to find. Very, very relaxing.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2014

Jack

Hidden gem

What a surprise. A B&B in the middle of Tuscany that was a great find

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2014

Rachael

Lovely family run hotel with an outdoor pool.

The hotel is in a beautiful setting just 2.5 km away from San Gimignano. It is family run and the owners made us feel very welcome. The room was very clean and there were fresh towels provided daily. We had a lovely meal one evening which was cooked by the owner himself and was very popular. We loved the outdoor pool, especially our 5 year old who never wanted to get out!

We would definately recommend this hotel to anyone whether you are a family, couple or single. It was perfect.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2014

Verified traveler

Great hotel would recommend to anyone

This hotel was perfect the photos do not do it justice. Alesandro works so hard to make it a great stay. The meals were fantastic in the evening. Beautiful setting, lovely and quiet a perfect retreat. The only thing I would say is you need a car, they do breakfast and an evening meal every other evening but for lunch you need to go out and our taxis did add up as it's €15 just to get into san gimigiano! This however has nothing to do with this fantastic hotel which I would not hesitate to recommend.

8/10

Excellent

21 Jun 2014

Nina

Beautiful Tuscan country home

Our stay at Il Casale del Cotone was lovely. Our triple room was comfortable and spacious. The shutters on the windows kept out all light and made sleeping an incredible experience.

Breakfast can be eaten on the terrace overlooking the Tuscan countryside. It's a great start to the day. The pool is surrounded by fragrant plants and flowers it provides a welcome relief from the afternoon heat and a fabulous place to unwind at the end of the day.

The highlight of our trip by far was the dinner prepared by Alessandro, the owner, on Friday evening. It was the best meal we had in Tuscany. It was served on the terrace under the stars the food, the wine, the setting were all wonderful.

A few drawbacks: the internet in our room did not ever work. We had to go to reception to get a signal. Not an insurmountable problem but definitely not convenient. Even in the reception area the internet was often quite slow.

This is a bed and breakfast so there is not always someone at reception. One day I ended up being locked out of the building in the afternoon because my son went up to the room with our key and then Alessandro left and locked the main door. I didn't have to wait too long for someone to come by to let me in but it is something to think about.

Overall - lovely place and a good stay. We would go back.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2014

Matthew

Beautiful spot in Tuscany

We stayed two nights on our parents advice. They were certainly not mistaken. The property is situated very well to access all of the great towns near by.

Alesandro was a great host and if you get an opportunity to have dinner there, take it! It was 35€/person for 4 courses and included wine and grappa.

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2014

Joan

Lovely B&B

This is a peaceful beautiful setting for a stay in the San Gimignano area. Alessandro had created a beautiful property with a pool overlooking the countryside. His dinners shouldn't be missed. What fun! Our room was a little small so ask for a larger room when booking. Don't hesitate to book this B&B.

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2014

olga

Nice stay

beautiful hotel, great service!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2014

Heather

Beautiful building in picture perfect surroundings

Our much awaited stay in a Bed and Breakfast in Tuscany was not disappointing. We were warmly welcomed, our room was lovely. The surrounding area was delightful. We had no need to go anywhere....even to return to San G. We decided to spend the precious time around the magnificence residence. Such care has been taken in restoration. Although the light was perhaps not the kindest we still managed to take photos and whilst hiding around a corner I finally was able to do a small water colour painting. At last a little goal reached in Tuscany.
The evening meal was not to be missed though one did need to be pushed back to the room.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2014

Verified traveler

Fantastic stay!!

We had a fantastic time at this beautiful property! Make sure to stay in one night and try the delicious Tuscan meal dinner offered there!

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2013

Nick

Great for a romantic few days.

After a shaky welcome because Owner Alessandro had not opened our email advising of late arrival we settled into a fantastic 3 days at il Casale. The view in the morning from our room when we had opened our shutters was stunning. The room was beautiful. Breakfast which was fine was served on the terrace. Immaculate grounds and the perfect setting for a romantic break. Pool fab and the feast that Alessandro prepared and served was fantastic complete with fresh local produce served with delicious Chianti!!! You must put aside 4 hours for this experience! Unique break and highly recommended- we will be back. WARNING -- ignore map that Expedia provide as it takes you to wrong hotel? Sat nav had major problems so be warned. The area is simply stunning and so relaxing.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2013

Verified traveler

Excelent hotel beautifull view highly recomended

Perfect hotel beautifull view to the vineyards has a great pool excelent staff nice acomodations the bed is not so comfortable but everything else is just perfect is the best hotel to stay in town

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2013

Tuscantraveller

Tuscan treasure

If you are looking for an authentic Tuscan experience then you will want to stay at this charming B&B. It is located adjacent to San Gimignano and within easy access to many of the beautiful medieval towns. Did I mention the view? Fabulous views of the hills dotted with Cyprus trees and surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Our charming host, Alessandro, is very hospitable and he truly puts his heart into this place. If you are happy, he is happy. He will do his utmost to make your stay memorable. Did I mention the pool? Yes, on those very warm Tuscan days you can dip into the pool and lounge around doing far niente. Alessandro will make suggestions for local restaurants or you can enjoy a fabulous meal at his place. Did I mention he cooks! Stunning scenery, comfortable accommodation and a very personable host. How lucky to have found this gem in the romantic Tuscan hillside.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Jun 2013

Verified traveler

Nice

The room was a bit small and dark. We expected to recive more tips and pointers about the surrounding area from the hotel team, but with no real cooperation.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2013

Dan and Elaine

Took a chance and hit the jackpot!

This was our favorite hotel during our 10 day trip. Charming! Picture perfect! A labor of love for our host Allessandro who has spent 20 years renovating his grandfathers farmhouse. He and the staff were wonderful and helpful. The breakfast was lovely. The mornings were a little chilly to be outside but we couldn't stay in since the views and setting with all of Tuscany at our feet and growing vineyards behind, were so pleasant. Too cold to swim but the pool looked inviting! Located a short drive from downtown San Gimignano it was an easy choice we would go back to again! Our room was wonderfully comfortable with a huge bathroom, brand new , with the best shower water pressure ever! It felt like a waterfall! I wish we could have spent more time at the place just relaxing and taking it all in!

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2013

Kirk

In the country

The hotel is outside of San Gimignano and not within walking distance. This was not clear in the online advertisement and was disappointing as we like to walk to dinner. The distance kept me from enjoying a second glass of wine at dinner since I had to drive. Make sure that you bring your own water and anything else you want to drink, they don't sell it at the hotel. This was strange due to the location. The setting of the hotel is in the middle of vineyards, which was really nice. The hotel is clean and comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2012

Rafaello

Great hotel and pool!!!

Very quiet location, hotel and everything ok, worth the money.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2012

Verified traveler

rural setting close to San Gimignano

for longer than 2 nights we would want a larger room, which are available there

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2011

Verified traveler

True Tuscany Villa

Wow! We loved being at this villa, a true Tuscan experience. The views were magnificent, quite peaceful & lovely with the olive trees & vineyards surrounding the villa. Good location for visiting the Tuscan valley, and Florence. Alessandro is an amazing host, very attentive. Best tip- if you can catch one of Alessandro's dinners, be sure to eat there; best food in the area!

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2011

Pam

Beautiful quiet hotel in the countryside

We just returned from our 12 day stay in the Tuscan area. We loved this hotel outside San Giminano and Allesandro, the owner and chef, was great. He was very accommodating and the meal he prepared was fabulous! We were there for 2 nights and we were lucky that he prepared his famous Tuscan meal at Saturday evening which was 35 Euros for food/wine.
I would highly recommend this hotel! It is in the countryside about a 5 mins drive outside the walled city of San Giminano and it is very beautiful and quiet.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2011

M

Very Charming

A perfect combination of tuscan charm and relaxation. Alessandro was so nice and helpful and the food was delicious. We would love to return to enjoy the pool and explore the towns more. If you are looking to have a great tuscan experience that is traditional and authentic, this is the place to go.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2010

Sue-Anne

Aussies, can't get back there quick enough.

The owners of this hotel were wonderful, very friendly and helpful. The setting was tranquill, the real tuscan experience, picture perfect. It is only a small intimate hotel. I would recommend this place for its overall charm, location and hospitality .Breakfasts were very good, and the dinners at night if you are then Alessandro cooks are to say the least extremely delicous and very tuscan.The rooms are very clean and well presented, and the pool area is gorgeous, especially on a hot tuscan day with a beautiful local wine. Thank you to Alessandro and his staff.

Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2025

Franz

Herrliche Aussicht.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2025

Anna

Fin italiensk B&B

Vi bodde här i 7 nätter och hade som bas när vi åkte runt i Toscana. Nära till många fina byar och sevärdigheter. Åt middag två kvällar som tillagades av värden som var ok. Läste att någon skrivit att det går att gå in till San Gimignano. Vi gjorde det en em, men ej att rekommendera. Kändes ej säkert på landsvägen. Dock ett boende som vi varmt kan rekommendera detta. Mkt god frukost för att vara i Italien.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Erlend

Fantastisk opplevelse

Fantastisk B&B anbefales på det sterkeste. God mat, god drikke. Hyggelig mennesker som jobber der. Topp sted. Skiller seg ut.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2025

Gabriel

Flexibilidade com o proprietário para uso de piscina em horário extendido!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2025

Rodrigo

Tudo excelente. Paraíso.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2024

Ricardo

super lugar

muy buen ligar para disfrutar la Toscana

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Jul 2024

Verified traveler

Beautiful place

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2024

Samuel

Experiencia Maravillosa!!!

Una experiencia muy a la Toscana, que hay que vivirla varias veces en la vida. De seguro regresaremos ha este lugar prontamente. Súper recomendado.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2023

Hege Schultz

En stille, tilbaketrukket perle i Toscana

En stille, tilbaketrukket perle i Toscana. Fuglekvitter, sitrontrær og utsikt mot vinranker. Kjennes som å komme hjem.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2023

Daniel

Wonderful stay at the Casale del Cotone, the owner himself ensures that you get the best experience out of your stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Nous le recommandons sans aucune hésitation. Les déjeuner sont excellent. L'endroit est parfaite, la vue sur la Toscane est magnifique au levé et couché du soleil. À 2 km du village de San Gimignano, qui à toujours gardé son âme médiévale.

Shannon, Québec.
Septembre 2019

Leisure Family