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🇮🇹 Italian Escapes: Hotel Adventures in Tuscany and Rome

ABBEY:
Certaldo Hotel
We were supposed to be hosted in a winery for our first few nights in Italy. However the location is having its renovation and they moved our accommodation at Certaldo Hotel.
We were picked up from the train station to the hotel. We got a large room and bath. Their toiletries are fragrant and relaxing. Our package includes breakfast during our stay and I can say that I indulged in bacon, scrambled eggs, pastries and sausages. I also tried their grapefruit juice. That’s a new for me. And not forgetting my cup of cappuccino. 
They also served us dinner with pork pie, steak and bolognese pasta. The pasta is notable as it is not only al dente but it is make fresh and with cocoa. Wow!
I would commend their staff specially with their communication from booking, accommodation, hotel transfers and food. It was a great experience for us.

Mercure Roma Corso Trieste 
Our stay here is free. Thanks for my award. Haha. It is a 5-minute walk to the train station which is easier for us to go to must-visit places in Rome. As part of their sustainability program, you can fetch drinking water at reception with your own bottle. We also had pizza from their restaurant. Our room is spacious and clean. There’s a slight hiccup though as we were charged for our stay. But it didn’t take long to be refunded and only city tax was paid.



WILL: Planning a vacation involves a flurry of questions: Where should we stay? Which hotel fits our budget and travel style? Where can we make reservations? These are the puzzle pieces that create the perfect holiday.


Our journey to Italy was centered around a dream: staying in a vineyard. We had everything set, with reservations at Tenuta Torciano for three nights. However, our excitement hit a snag when we learned that the vineyard was undergoing renovations. Talk about timing! To maintain our tranquility, we agreed to stay at Hotel Certaldo, although it was quite a distance from the vineyard.

What about the hotel? It's a charming, boutique-style establishment. The spacious rooms boasted beds so large, they could accommodate a small army. The staff were incredibly friendly, always ensuring we had a restful night's sleep. It felt like we were being serenaded into a 12-hour slumber every night!

Breakfast offered a consistent spread, but our favorite indulgence was the morning cheese selection. And dinners? Simply divine! From succulent steaks to homemade cocoa pasta, the culinary experience exceeded our expectations.

Beyond the confines of our hotel room, we explored Certaldo Alto, a hilltop town brimming with museums and ancient charm. It was a picturesque glimpse into the essence of Tuscany, elevated to another level of beauty.


In Rome, proximity to tourist attractions was a priority. However, limited options led us to Mercure Roma Corso Trieste, which was farther than desired. The 8-kilometer trek to the Spanish Steps took us an hour and a half.

But what about the room? No complaints there. Our two-night stay was characterized by cleanliness and comfort. The room exuded a relaxed atmosphere, with wooden floors and chic, dark green accents. The bed linens were smooth as silk, and the well-lit bathroom left no corner for dirt to hide.

The warmth of the staff made our stay even more enjoyable, as they graciously answered our questions and offered guidance on navigating the city. 


Without hesitation, we recommend both hotels for an unforgettable Italian getaway.



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Hotel Certaldo -- Starting from Euro112.00

(W) https://www.hotelcertaldo.it/


Mercure Roma Corso Trieste -- Starting from Euro243.00

(W) https://all.accor.com






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