It´s one of the older estates in Chianti Classico... Napoleon was there ages ago and the whole Medici family as well! We had the best culinary course and wine & olive oil tasting plus had a lot of Badia wine, just the best Chianti! http://www.coltibuono.com/ more

My wife and I recently spent 16 days in Umbria and Tuscany. We had originally booked 5 nights at Coltibuono as our last stay prior to leaving Italy. We had based our selection on the web site and the Tripadvisor reviews. For us and our tastes, Coltibuono didn't work out. For some other reviewers, it clearly has. Here are my... more

I was brought to this hotel but the reviews I had seen at trip advisor. To my dissapointment, I came to find out that this is a 2/3 star place at best. Rooms are large, but poorly equipped. All that would have been fine given the spetacular setting of the property, but when it came to service, things only got... more

Only did the cooking class with Guido and could not recommend more. It was, without a doubt, one of the highlights of a 3 week trip in Italy. Unfortunately could not stay for the night. But I would highly recommend if you have the time. The place is just beautiful and the staff could not be nicer, plus its nice... more

It was beautiful. Simple & Clean. Extremely friendly staff. Very accommodating and nice. The food in the restaurant was fantastic. The view the room were gorgeous. We took a cooking class and it was out of this world. I recommend everyone to take class. Wine was great too. Close to Siena (I did not like the town much) and too... more

We took part in a great cooking class three years ago and this year returned for more cookery and a three night stay with our 10 year old daughter. This was a highlight of our three weeks in Tuscany. The abbey is beautiful, the gardens and pool very relaxing and the food in the Osteria (just 2 minutes walk from... more

My husband & I just stayed 3 nights at Badia Coltibuono in Chianti, Tuscany and found it one of the most unique and charming places we have stayed. We paid extra for a larger room, which was spacious, bright, decorated beautifully and very comfortable. The best part of our experience though was staying in such an historic place. This ancient... more

Magical location, an enchanting, wonderful setting. Such a treat to stay in such historic surroundings. We stayed in the converted granary for six nights, just under 250 euros per night. It was comfortable, spacious and most attractively appointed with a blend of modern and original features. Windows opened over the formal gardens and courtyards. We had rented on a self-catering... more

We attended the 2 day cooking course at Coltibuono and had a great time. There were only 6 of us and so although the cooking consisted of demonstrations there was lots of opportunity to get hands on. Over the 2 days we cooked a 4 course lunch and 2, 4 course dinners so we covered a range of Tuscan and... more