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Reviews of Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari

Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari
Loc. Linari, San Rocco a Pilli, Sovicille, SI

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 86 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice quiet property to enjoy some relaxation and close to Siena. Front desk agents were very nice and helped me efficiently.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Giorgio O. on Nov 10, 2023
Dear Michael we thank you so much for your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo a LInari and this amazing review.We hope to welcome you again in 2024.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Response from Giorgio O. on Oct 11, 2023
Dear madam thank you so much for your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari and this amazing review.We hope to welcome a second time next year.

8/10 Good

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Beautiful
It was amazing ! Great experience, beautiful location! We even bared the no AC….
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Giorgio O. on Sep 12, 2023
Thank you Nancy for your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo in Linari, we are really happy about it. As we mention everywhere we do not yet have air conditioning because we are a historic residence placed under the Fine Arts restriction which at the moment does not allow us to put it on. We have appealed and are waiting to be able to start the work as soon as we are given the opportunity. We are immersed in the greenery of our beloved hills, among our growing vines and we have a large and beautiful swimming pool, very useful in periods of intense heat.Trust us, we will be able to surprise you soon.

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
There is no air conditioning, so it was very uncomfortable to sleep. Also, half the windows had missing or torn screens so we couldn’t leave the windows open for fear of bugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Giorgio O. on May 23, 2023
Dear David we thank you so much for your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari and your amazing review.We hope to welcome you a second time.See you soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Carlos A

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Excelente
Excellent place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Giorgio O. on Oct 24, 2022
Dear Carlos we thank you for your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari and for the kindness of this positive review.We hope to welcome you again in this magnificent area of Tuscany.Take care.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The place to be
Great place and location, beutiful view arround and very comfortable. exelent service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Giorgio O. on Oct 24, 2022
Dear Guest we thank you so much for your amazing and positive review about your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari, a magnificent historic structure, full of charm, where you can relax and enjoy the Tuscan spirit.Take care, see you soon.

2/10 Terrible

MIRYAM

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the property condition is unbearable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanzia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from Giorgio O. on Jul 15, 2022
Dear Sanzia we thank you so much for choosing Borgo San Lorenzo for your stay in Siena. We hope towelcome you soon. Take care.

2/10 Terrible

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from Giorgio O. on Oct 5, 2021
Gentile Irene siamo dispiaciuti di non essere probabilmente stati all'altezza delle tue aspettative e di aver meritato un giudizio poco lusinghiero. Indagherò subito su cosa possa essere successo in virtù del fatto che tu non abbia specificato cosa non abbia funzionato durante il tuo soggiorno.

10/10 Excellent

Valérie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Séjour fabuleux
L'environnement de cet établissement est tout simplement fantastique, calme, et très reposant. Le logement était propre et spacieux. Les repas étaient excellents, et le serveur était très efficace et agréable. Je recommande vivement.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Giorgio O. on Aug 5, 2021
Merci Valérie d'avoir passé vos vacances à San Lorenzo a Linari, un ancien monastère des années 1600 qui a été savamment restauré tout en conservant le charme des siècles passés. Une grande piscine, un court de tennis, de grands espaces verts et une cuisine toscane font de ce lieu une excellente solution pour vos vacances en toute détente et sécurité. A bientôt Valérie, un au revoir chaleureux de Linari. La Gestion

8/10 Good

Valeria

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Response from Giorgio O. on Aug 3, 2021
Grazie Valeria per aver scelto il San Lorenzo a Linari per le sue vacanze in Toscana, una vera e propria oasi di relax nel verde delle colline senesi. L'aspettiamo presto, arrivederci.

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Picturesque but lots of hidden fees
This is the most beautiful property. Our room was clean and comfortable with lots of charm. Picturesque in every way. I was dissappointed that they chage you for every little thing. Even the coffee pods on day 2. You have to pay for your pool towels. You have to pay a cleaning fee, on top of the room charge. You have to take out your own garbage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Giorgio O. on Jun 20, 2018
Dear Sarah, thank you for having stayed at the San Lorenzo in Linari and for deliberately leaving your comment. We are sorry to read some of your dissatisfaction, but we want to clarify that the cleaning costs are well reported at the time of booking on all websites, and we must also think that it is not simple hotel rooms, but true and their own large apartments, which therefore require a lot more attention to cleaning and therefore higher costs. As you have seen, we offer our guests a free welcome set with Nespresso coffee and tea to enjoy them when you wake up or in the evening of your arrival, but this is only for your arrival. If you want to have more you can buy at a modest fee at the reception. Even the pool towels have an expensive cost for us and we ask a little help in covering these expenses, but honestly we do not seem to be exaggerated. We hope you will understand our explenations and we will be able to welcome you again in Siena . Take care Sarah .

4/10 Poor

Rachael, UK

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location but be aware it is near nothing
I wanted a countryside Italian vacation but unfortunately was unable to pick up my car due to unforeseen circumstances of my bag being stolen over a bank holiday weekend before we flew out the Monday. We had to take public transport and was delayed due to weather but the hotel did provide bus timetable and offered to pick us up by taxi from Siena. We declined as transport was unpredictable. After a €25/30 taxi to the hotel we discovered it is literally no where close to anything. Over an hour walk down country lanes to the closest restaurant and over 6km drive to local shop. We were physically unable to stay here and very upset by this. We could swallow unable to stay for a night due to weather but after paying for 4 nights upfront and not spending more than 20 minutes due to the fact that it is very isolated we were offered 0 refund for not staying at all. I understand the description says countryside and gives distances from local towns but be aware that it is terribly isolated. For me even a countryside retreat should have somewhere to provide food or refreshment within a 30 minute walk or should make this more apparent on the site. I was terribly disappointed and left a very sour taste in my mouth. Do not go if you want to go out for Italian food or have some wine. Driving is a must.
Response from Linari Girls on Jul 6, 2016
Dear Rachael, Thank you for your review. As you wrote, we are in middle of countryside surrounding Siena and, normally, peaceful position and quiet country atmosphere are very much appreciated by travelers. We are so sorry about all of your misfortunes but as you wrote we've tried to make your stay more comfortable: as you were travelling without a car, we offered you all of our help with public transport but you declined this. More than that your booking was for a not refundable rate. We are very sorry, but we've tried to do everything we could in order to help you. Refunds are not normally accorded if problems are not depending from us and this is the case. We really hope that during your next holiday in Tuscany you’ll be able to travel across our amazing countryside, enjoying it! Linari Girls

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Tuscany getaway
15 min from Siena, tuscany country charm, will definitely return!

8/10 Good

John Dolen, San Lorenzo a Linari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good location
Enjoyed the hospitality and breakfast

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen, Calgary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Run down - Linari
Didn't like it at all. Very dissapointed. Room smelled moldie and stinky. Asked if we could cancel and were told that we couldn't without paying for the night anyway!!! Wi-Fi only available in 1 area so everyone had to sit together. No restaurant or bar. Breakfast was OK.

8/10 Good

M&D, Carlisle, Ontario Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good value for the money
Amazing old place! In need of some maintenance though. We had urgent problems (no hot water and no light in the bathroom) fixed immediately and the breakfast buffet was extensive and good. We were upgraded to a larger apartment and appreciated that, although the rooms could have been a bit cleaner. The bathroom had a funny odour - we think from crushed stink bugs, but we out some lavender in a bowl in there and it smelled much better. Once we got hot water, the temperature was consistent and good pressure for our shower. It would have been helpful if the water heater was explained when we got our room and how to turn on the gas stove. But we'd stay there again if we came back.

10/10 Excellent

Big She, Calgary, Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
True Tuscan experience in rustic Villa!
This "off the beaten track" Tuscan resort will be etched in our minds forever. We stayed on the third floor of a beautiful old rustic red brick building reminiscent of the movie, A Room with A view, and believe me, what a view!The owner was most welcoming and gracious and at the end of a days work it was wonderful to see him join in the fun at the beautiful outdoor swimming pool and play water volleyball. The pool side breakfasts were amazing and inclusive with the room. We had a kitchen and didn't even need to use it. Very spacious apartment with two bedrooms and comfortable firm beds. Thank you San Lorenzo a Linari! We'll be dreaming of you.

10/10 Excellent

LovedSanLorenzo, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved San Lorenzo
I cannot praise this place enough! I only wish we had more time here. Everything was fabulous: our apartment, the pool, the delicious breakfast, the fluffy towels. It was great! The views from the hotel were beautiful. The hotel grounds were magnificent. We will definitely come back. This place is full of charm. Loved it!

8/10 Good

Olycraig, Olympia, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place a few minutes out of Siena
A little hard to find, but worth the effort. Very comfortable, wish we could have stayed longer.

10/10 Excellent

Henry, Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Breath taking view... even out of the bathroom
We arrive in the dead of the night and it seem to be in the middle of nowhere. We didn't get to see the property until the next day. Our one bedroom apartment was HUGE and had many excellent views of the Tuscany country side (including the bathroom!). The vintage furniture was a nice touch and the fully equipped kitchen was useful. The location is hard to find but only a short drive to Siena and many other hill towns. Average breakfast and average staff. My only qualm was that the facilities (there were many :) seemed to be behind on maintenance.

10/10 Excellent

Dodo, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
This place is amazing. We were supposed to stay for one night only on our way from Sicily to Rome, but we fell in love with the place and decised to stay an additional night. One Thing to note is that check in is only between 3-7 PM. We didnt read this and arrived very late at night and thought we would not be able to check in, but the staff had left us instrucions to get to the room which was really Kind of them. Surroundings are a pure Tuscna bliss. nature is extremely beautifull and those nice local houses ... Siena is just 15 min drive away . Would definitely come back for longer.

8/10 Good

odeya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Lori, Tucson, AZ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Tuscan DREAM get-away!
Our family of 4 absolutely LOVED San Lorenzo a Linari! We would not hesitate to visit this idyllic hotel and spa again. Our bedrooms were clean, comfortable, spacious, practically decorated with side tables and armoires. The kitchen had everything we needed- the furniture had character (in a good way) and was perfect for the suite. The grounds are very well maintained and a joy to walk around. Terrific for picture taking! We enjoyed sunset ping pong by the pool- but swimming was not an option-brrr (people from AZ usually swim in 85-90 degree pools)! We got a fantastic tour of the estate from Brito who takes great pride in the grand history of San Lorenzo a Linari. The kids thought it was incredible that a Pope took his vacations here over one thousand years ago! You can even stay in the Papal Suite! WOW- maybe next time! To find it, we relied heavily on the Maps app on my iPhone - the mapquest directions were useless after we got into the general area. This would be a really relaxing place to stay if your interest is a calm destination with day trips to more touristy destinations. Our rate though Hotels.com included breakfast - and the breakfast and coffee was impressive- and worth it! Do NOT hesitate to book here- it was a vacation highlight for everyone in the family: 2 adults, 2 girls ages 12 and 14.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and beautiful
We only stayed here for one night. but oh my what a stay, The buildings, grounds and apartments are beautiful and clean, the pool is amzing, free wifi and breakfast is great. Staff were extremely helpful we did not have a car and did not realise no shops were near the staff drove us to a shop and helped our every needs. 100% going to return here for a quiet relaxing long weekend

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved San Lorenzo a Linari. It was beautiful, our room was clean and comfortable, the kids loved swimming in the pool, and the surroundings were majestic. We will stay there again without question. It was a little tricky to find so bring a good map.

8/10 Good

Meggie, Melbourne Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Griswalds European Vacation
The hotel was a beautiful tuscan villa. The views are amazing and the pool and table tennis are a nice break after a day touring the areas of Tuscany. Breakfast by the pool is a nice way to start the morning. To stay at this hotel you need a car and we did not find it easy to find but stopping and asking the locals and conversing in our limited English/Italian just added to the experience. There are a few local restaurants but we chose to eat a big lunch and then have something light back in the room. I would recommend this hotel. The views are breathtaking, especially in the morning.

10/10 Excellent

Mads, Vancouver BC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect off-site location to explore Siena/chianti
Beautiful Tuscan converted covent. 9 km from Siena but close to a lot of local sights of significance to the region. The service was great and Francesca went out of her way to make sure we had an enjoyable stay. Unfortunately the weather was a little too cold to enjoy all the outdoor facilities but they sure looked amazing.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
San Lorenzo a Linari - lovely hotel and location
A picture book tuscany hotel with very friendly staff and free WiFi! The only missing was air conditioning in the rooms but then the building is very old, which is part of it's charm.

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful and serene! Great service
Beautiful and serene! Great service and facilities.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel in siena
what a great place and location,beautifull views and quite off the road,no one to bother you,would go again,thanx ;-)

10/10 Excellent

sofi, stockholm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
San Lorenzo - a beautiful countryside hotel
The hotel was a bit difficult to find (since we didnt have any good map and no GPS), but it was worth all trouble. It is alocated in the most beautiful landscape sourounded by breathtaking views outside your window. You definitely need a car to get here. It was low season (april) when we visited the hotel, and it almost seemed as we were alone in this quite big hotel, which was a great feeling. Our room was just perfect and when you opened one of the windows you see hills and hear birds singing. I truly recommend it and hope to be back some day.

10/10 Excellent

Valentin

It was great experience; the place, the view and the Dinner. Also the breakfast was great. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Response from Giorgio O. on Oct 11, 2023
Dear Valentin this is a great review about your stay at Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari, thank you.Take care and see yuo soon!

8/10 Good

Sebastian Wibe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Et fint sted
Det første vi blev mødt af, var et rart og velkommende personale der fortalte os alt om tøjvask, restauranten og lokalområdet. Der var desværre problemer med poolen de første par dage. Heldigvis gjorde personalet alt hvad de kunne, for at få den op at køre igen. Og den var dejlig afkølende da den virkede. Tennis og bordtennis var tilgængeligt hele tiden og fungerede fint med at låne diverse ketchere og bat i receptionen. Vi havde det lidt varmt da der ingen aircondition var, men det var vi velvidende om inden vi tog afsted. Til vores overraskelse var der både en blæser og en vifte i loftet, som fik det til at føles lidt køligere. Lille tip: tag en ekstra blæser med. I starten var der næsten intet vand i hanen, men da vi gik ned i receptionen og fortalte dem om det, gjorde de noget ved det med det samme. Så alt i alt var det et dejligt, men varmt ophold med god mad og smuk natur.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Giorgio O. on Sep 12, 2023
Kære Sebastian, det var en sand fornøjelse for os at byde dig velkommen til Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari, en storslået historisk landsby beliggende i Sienas grønne bakker kun få kilometer fra Sienas historiske centrum. Vi beklager poolarrangementet, desværre har det varme klima skabt problemer i mange bassiner i dette område, og vi har gjort alt for at løse problemet hurtigst muligt. Vi arbejder meget hårdt for ikke at skabe problemer for vores gæster, nogle gange sker det, ofte uden vores skyld...Vi håber at kunne byde dig velkommen igen for at lade dig opleve det bedste fra Toscana og vise dig nyhederne for næste sæson, som vi er sikre på, du vil kunne lide!!Vi venter på dig!!

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Giorgio O. on Nov 11, 2022
Gentile Laura grazie per aver soggiornato a Borgo San Lorenzo a Linari, una magnifica dimora storica immersa nel verde delle colline senesi, dove relax e storia la fanno da padroni.Ti aspettiamo ancora qui con noi, a presto.

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness
Lækkert sted
Fantastisk sted og lokation. Meget renligt og velholdt. Dog mangler der aircondition på værelserne.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marcel, Nieuwstadt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unieke locatie op 7km van de rand van Siena. Netjes welkom geheten, kamers en inrichting passend bij de historische waarde van het voormalige klooster. Zeer ruime kamers met alle voorzieningen. Enige minpuntje is de badkamer, geen moderne inloopdouche maar een ouderwetse douchebak. Ontbijt eenvoudig maar meer dan voldoende, o.a. vers fruit, broodje, croissants en héle lekkere espresso! Al het personeel doet echt moeite om het verblijf te veraangenamen. Tip: het diner in het hotel is van zeer goede kwaliteit! En de serveerster verdient een dikke pluim!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wir hatten das große Appartement mit 130qm gebucht und damit ausreichend Platz. Das Gebäude ist alt, aber zauberhaft und die Betten hervorragend. Wer die Natur und Mal was anderes sucht, ist in diesem Hotel richtig. Nur das Frühstück ist halt italienisch und nicht wirklich ausreichend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from Giorgio O. on Jun 8, 2021
Lieber Gast, wir freuen uns sehr, Ihre Worte und Ihre Zufriedenheit mit dem Aufenthalt im San Lorenzo in LInari zu lesen, einem alten Kloster, das mit Bedacht restauriert wurde und seinen Charme bewahrt hat. Hier in Linari haben wir sehr große Räume, um Ihren Urlaub in vollen Zügen und in absoluter Sicherheit genießen zu können. Bis bald, wir erwarten Sie in Linari.

10/10 Excellent

jerome

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Michelle on Aug 11, 2020
Dear Jerome, thank you for the awsome review, we are very happy that you had an enjoyable stay. Kind Regards

10/10 Excellent

EMANUELE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Michelle on Jun 13, 2019
Gentile Emanuele, grazie di cuore per la tua recensione. Siamo felici che lei abbia passato un bel soggiorno presso la nostra struttura.

10/10 Excellent

louise

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from The staff on Jul 24, 2018
Dear Louise, thank you for your feedback. We hope to meet you and your family again. Best regards.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from Giorgio O. on May 7, 2018
Dear Guest we thank you so much for your beautiful review. We hope to welcome you again in San Lorenzo a Linari . Take care .

10/10 Excellent

Hélène

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel calme à proximité de Sienne
Nous avons été heureux de revenir dans cet appartement au coeur d'un petit château toscan. Nous avons profité de la table de ping pong et des chaises longues lors de notre très court séjour.

8/10 Good

Claude, Clermont-Ferrand

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Bel endroit pour se reposer et visiter Sienne.
Hotel agréable ayant beaucoup de Charme. Belle piscine propre et avec beaucoup d'espace autour pour se détendre. Bel appartement, bien équipé, mais pas super propre (vieille bâtisse). Personnel très serviable et agréable. Nous avons dû écourter notre séjour suite à un décès dans la famille et le patron, Bruno, a été très compréhensif. Bon séjour malgré tout à proximité de Sienne qui est magnifique.

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Sverige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fint boende i fin miljö
Vi bodde på hotellet en natt när vi bilade i italien. Hotellet ligger på landsbygden och är antagligen ganska svårt att ta sig till utan bil.Jättefina omgivningar och ett väldigt fint rum. Bra frukost och fin service.

10/10 Excellent

Hélène, Reims

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Douceur de vivre
Pas très facile à trouver car en pleine campagne toscane, mais très belle surprise: petit château avec piscine, table de ping-pong, nombreux endroits pour se reposer, très calme. Un spa est installé au même endroit (mais nous n'avons pas eu le temps de le tester). Nous étions un couple avec un adolescent et avons bénéficié d'un petit appartement au second étage avec salle de bain et cuisine. Petit-déjeuner copieux servi en salle ou dans la cour intérieure.

8/10 Good

Elisabeth, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed it.
Very nice hotel in beautiful surrounding.

6/10 Okay

kevin, Lacs

Disliked: Room comfort
Hors saison juste pour. Dormir
Hors saison c'est juste bon pour dormir , en saison cela doit etre tres sympa .