Relais Santa Chiara Hotel – 4-Star Hotel in San Gimignano

Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality

Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality is a 4-star hotel located in San Gimignano, just 400 metres from the historic UNESCO World Heritage medieval walls. The property overlooks the Tuscan hills and surrounding vineyards, offering a relaxing environment a short distance from the town centre.

The hotel features elegant accommodation with air conditioning, minibar, satellite TV, and a private bathroom. Outside, there is a manicured garden and an outdoor swimming pool with a sun deck, alongside a terrace where light lunches can be enjoyed during the summer months. A varied buffet breakfast with continental options is served every morning.

Guests have access to free WiFi, internal private parking, and a reception available for assistance and reservations at local restaurants. The location allows for convenient exploration of the city’s 14 famous medieval towers and reaching major art destinations such as Florence and Siena in about an hour by car.

Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality

★ 8.4 · Very Good · 2.231 reviews

Room types

The accommodations at Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality combine classic elegance and functional amenities, designed to ensure a pleasant stay just a few steps from the medieval village. Each room is equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, minibar, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom complete with hairdryer and toiletries.

The offering includes different room types designed to meet various space and view preferences. From the cozy and functional Economy and Standard rooms, to the Superior accommodations and options with a private balcony or terrace. The latter offer pleasant views over the hotel gardens, pool, or Tuscan countryside vineyards, with some variants also featuring a bathtub for moments of total relaxation.

Standard Double or Twin Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Flat-screen TV, Minibar

Cozy and essential 20 sqm accommodation, ideal for two people. It offers self-controlled air conditioning, satellite TV, and the option to request a setup with two single beds.

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Economy Double Room

10 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Minibar, Private bathroom

Intimate 10 sqm option featuring a French double bed. It represents the most compact choice of the property, equipped with a private bathroom, minibar, and air conditioning.

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Double Room with Balcony

10 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 2 guests
Balcony, Garden view, Pool view

10 sqm room enhanced by a private outdoor space overlooking the greenery. It features a balcony with views of the garden or pool, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV.

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Superior Double Room with View

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Countryside view, Terrace

Spacious 20 sqm accommodation distinguished by its splendid panoramic view of the Tuscan countryside. It features a bathroom with a bathtub, a balcony or terrace, and is the only room type that accommodates an extra bed or crib.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

You want to stay within a short walking distance (400 metres) from the walls of San Gimignano.
You are looking for a hotel with an outdoor swimming pool and sun deck overlooking Tuscan vineyards.
You appreciate the convenience of private on-site parking during your road trip.
You wish to start the day with a rich continental buffet breakfast.
You are travelling with a pet and looking for a pet-friendly property.

Maybe not, if...

You are seeking very spacious accommodations (some room types measure 10 sqm).
You want an on-site restaurant open for dinner (the property offers a snack bar and summer lunches).
You expect to find extra adult beds in all room categories.
You prefer staying directly inside the pedestrian zone without walking 400 metres.

Hotel facilities & services

The spaces and facilities at Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality are designed to offer a complete and relaxing holiday experience in the heart of Tuscany. The surrounding garden houses the outdoor swimming pool equipped with a sun terrace with loungers and deck chairs, ideal for cooling off on hot summer days or relaxing after excursions.

The hotel features an indoor bar and a snack bar with a terrace, alongside the option to request special diet menus and room breakfast service. Amenities include a 24-hour reception, concierge service for restaurant reservations, luggage storage, free WiFi, and private parking reserved for guests.

Great for your stay

Outdoor swimming pool
Private parking
Free WiFi
Buffet breakfast
Terrace
Garden
Bar
Pets allowed

General facilities

Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Garden
Bicycle rental
Happy hour
Daily housekeeping
Shared lounge/TV area
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Wake-up service
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Heating
Lift
Solarium

Parking

Private parking

Food & drink

On-site coffee house
Fruit
Wine/champagne
Special diet menus (on request)
Snack bar
Breakfast in the room option
Bar
Minibar

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Satellite channels
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Socket near the bed
Clothes rack
Desk

Location & what to see

Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality enjoys a favorable location along Via Giacomo Matteotti, situated just 400 metres from the entrance to the historic centre of San Gimignano. The property is located just outside the 14th-century walls, immersed in the greenery of the Sienese countryside among rows of vineyards and olive trees. This setting guarantees tranquility and privacy, while allowing guests to reach the heart of the medieval village within a very short walk.

The main architectural landmarks of San Gimignano are less than a kilometre from the hotel: the famous Piazza della Cisterna, with its characteristic herringbone paving and octagonal well, is only 750 metres away. Nearby are renowned local restaurants such as Forno Moderno at 250 metres and Trattoria Rigoletto at 400 metres. For those travelling by public transport, the railway stations of Barberino Val d’Elsa and Poggibonsi-San Gimignano are 7 km and 9 km away respectively, while Florence Peretola Airport is 40 km away.

The geographical position makes the property an ideal base for exploring Val d’Elsa and the Crete Senesi. In addition to the town’s 14 surviving historic towers, valuable historical and artistic sites can be visited nearby, such as the Parish Church of SS. Ippolito and Cassiano in Coneo at 6.7 km and the Staggia Senese Castle at 12 km. By car, day trips can be organized to Siena and Florence, both reachable in about 60 minutes.

Piazza della Cisterna — Historic medieval square with an octagonal well at the heart of the village. 750 m

Forno Moderno — Bakery and eatery offering typical Tuscan baked goods. 250 m

Trattoria Rigoletto — Traditional Tuscan restaurant specializing in local cuisine and wines. 400 m

Parish Church of SS. Ippolito and Cassiano in Coneo — Ancient Romanesque parish church set in the hills of Val d'Elsa. 6.7 km

Poggibonsi - San Gimignano Railway Station — Main railway station serving the San Gimignano area. 9 km

Staggia Senese Castle — Well-preserved medieval fortification along the ancient Via Francigena. 12 km

What guests say about Relais Santa Chiara Hotel by Double Hospitality

8.4

Very Good · 2.231 reviews

Staff

9

Comfort

8.7

Location

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Facilities

8.2

Value for money

8.2

Free Wi-Fi

8.4

Guests particularly appreciate the excellent location a short walk from the historic centre and the friendliness of the staff. The swimming pool surrounded by greenery, the cleanliness of the premises, and the comfort of the rooms are also highly valued, alongside the quality of the breakfast buffet.