Stay at Borgo Argenina in Monti di Sotto

Borgo Argenina has an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub set in a traditional Tuscan wooden Loggia, open all year. The hotel offers bike tours, cycling, and hiking through the vineyards, plus e-bike rentals for exploring the area. Guests can join cooking classes, happy hour events, and the hotel's occasional BBQ dinners with live music.

All apartments have a rustic design with original stone walls and wood-beamed ceilings. Each unit has a furnished garden and a cosy living room with a fireplace; room names include "Maria", "Anna", "Aldo", and "Nida". The "Maria" suite offers views of Brolio Castle and the surrounding vineyards, while some rooms come with a private patio overlooking the valley.

The hot tub in the Tuscan wooden Loggia is filled with relaxing music and essential oils. Borgo Argenina provides full-body massages, facial treatments, and couples massage, plus a spa lounge and relaxation area. Yoga classes are available on the property, and the outdoor pool offers sun loungers and a gazebo with pool views.

Breakfast is served fresh each morning with handmade eggs and omelets, local cheeses, cured meats, and pastries; guests can order a breakfast basket delivered to their room. The hotel hosts BBQ nights and a cooking class where guests prepare a four-course Italian dinner with Paola. Local wines are available for purchase in the room and at the honesty bar, and packed lunches can be arranged for day trips.

The hotel is pet-friendly and provides pet baskets and pet bowls for dogs and cats. Family rooms are available, and there are board games for children, plus a minimarket on site for essentials. Other services include airport shuttle, car hire, laundry, ironing, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Location: Medieval village in Chianti wine district, 10 km from Gaiole In Chianti

Amenities: Outdoor pool, hot tub in Tuscan Loggia, e-bike rentals

Dining: Cooking class, BBQ nights, fresh breakfast basket

Wellness: Spa lounge, massage services, yoga classes

Rooms: Rustic apartments with stone walls, fireplace, and garden views

Pet-friendly: Pet baskets, bowls, and pet stays allowed