Your B&B among the towers of San Gimignano

A tradition of hospitality since 1929

La vetrata con il logo della Locanda Il Pino
L'ingresso ad arco della reception
La via della locanda nel centro storico
L'ingresso della locanda illuminato di sera

The Locanda is in the historic centre, inside the city walls, just a few steps from the main squares and all the sights.

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Our rooms

Our rooms are in typical Tuscan style, with exposed beams and terracotta floors.

Camera matrimoniale con testata in legno e finestra sulle colline al tramonto

Our Locanda, run by the same family since 1929, offers comfortable rooms in a homely atmosphere. Our guests are welcomed like family, and we are happy to recommend the best places to visit nearby: San Gimignano is just a few kilometres from Volterra, Monteriggioni, Siena and Certaldo.

Camera matrimoniale con letto in ferro battuto e copriletto patchwork
Camera matrimoniale con testate in ferro battuto dorato

We look forward to welcoming you in the shadow of the Towers and showing you all the beauty of our corner of Tuscany!

Camera doppia con due letti singoli e soffitto a travi

Our apartments

Our apartments, in typical Tuscan style, will take you back to another era.
Call us with any request: we will be happy to give you all the information you need.

Conte Apartment

Conte Apartment: soggiorno con camino antico e angolo cottura
Conte Apartment: camera con letto in damasco rosso
Conte Apartment: cassettone intarsiato e specchio dorato
Conte Apartment: cucina con tavolo apparecchiato

Maria Apartment

Maria Apartment: cucina con travi a vista
Maria Apartment: zona pranzo e soggiorno
Maria Apartment: camera matrimoniale con pareti azzurre
Maria Apartment: camera con armadio antico e scrittoio

The apartments are set in a private courtyard with a garden overlooking the medieval walls.

Our services

Breakfast is served every morning on the ground floor, in our beautiful stone rooms with medieval arches.

Breakfast buffet with sweet and savoury products

Colazione con caffè, spremuta e cornetti al sole del mattino
Tavolo della colazione con cornetti e frutta
Tavolo della colazione con cornetti e buffet
Colazione salata con salumi, formaggio e pane toscano nella sala in pietra

Who will take care of you

Filippo apparecchia la sala con archi in mattoni

Filippo

Your point of contact: he will look after you from arrival to departure to make your stay as pleasant as possible.

Elena sorridente nella sala in pietra

Elena

The soul of the Locanda will always welcome you with a smile.

Il Pino Restaurant

La sala del Il Pino Restaurant con volte in mattoni

After a day exploring San Gimignano, we recommend a stop at Ristorante Il Pino.

Chef Francesco serves traditional Tuscan dishes, and his team will take good care of you.

Tagliatelle al tartufo
Piatto tipico toscano in tegame
Carne con tartufo
Antipasto con tartufo
Uova al tegamino con tartufo
Secondo di carne in salsa
La sala del ristorante con tovaglie gialle e pavimento in cotto

Activities we offer

If, after wandering among the towers and streets of San Gimignano, you would like to try some of the experiences we can offer, such as hikes on foot or by bike, tastings at the best wineries or a truffle hunt, just ask at reception and we will suggest the best option for you.

Excursions

Sentiero con cipressi verso le torri di San Gimignano
Escursione in bicicletta nella campagna
Gita in vespa tra i cipressi
Escursione a piedi con San Gimignano sullo sfondo

Truffle hunting

Tartufaio con i suoi cani nel bosco
Tartufaio che scava con il cane

Wine tastings

Vino e uva tra le vigne al tramonto
Tavolo con vino e vista su San Gimignano
Calici di vino su una botte tra i filari
Picnic con vino tra le vigne

The Via Francigena in Tuscany

The Via Francigena is the old pilgrims’ route to Rome.
It winds along white gravel roads and through ancient villages, to be explored on foot or by bike.

Pozza d'acqua termale tra gli alberi
Strada bianca tra le colline al tramonto
Famiglia in cammino verso una pieve romanica
Ciclista sulle colline verdi della Toscana
Strada bianca con pini al tramonto
Mappa della via Francigena da San Gimignano a Siena
Excursionssti lungo un torrente
Pellegrini in cammino
Pellegrino sotto un arco medievale
Strada con cipressi tra le colline

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SAN GIMIGNANO

A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a living memory of times gone by.

Strolling through the streets and alleys of this place full of art and history is an unforgettable experience.

And why not round off your visit by tasting typical Tuscan products in an old osteria.

Piazza della Cisterna di sera con le torri illuminate
La via centrale di San Gimignano sotto la pioggia
The main street of the town
Sbandieratori nella piazza centrale di sera
The main square of the town
La via della locanda tra case in pietra
The street of our Locanda
Mappa di San Gimignano con il percorso a piedi in rosso e in auto in verde fino alla Locanda Il Pino, con i parcheggi e i prezzi

How to get here

Opens the route to Locanda Il Pino in Google Maps

Porta San Matteo: la locanda si trova appena entrati dalla porta

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Recensione a cinque stelle di un'ospite

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Locanda Il Pino?

In the historic centre of San Gimignano, inside the medieval walls, at Via Cellolese 4: just inside Porta San Matteo, a few minutes’ walk from Piazza della Cisterna and the Cathedral.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Reception is open for check-in from 11:00 to 19:30. Later check-in is possible if arranged in advance: please contact us before you arrive. Rooms must be vacated by 11:00; you can leave your luggage for the day in the storage room behind reception.

Where can I park?

The nearest car parks are P3 Bagnaia (€10 per 24 hours) and P2 Montemaggio (€15 per 24 hours). The cheapest is P1 Giubileo (€5 per 24 hours), outside the historic centre, about a 15-minute walk from the Locanda. The Via dei Fossi car park is for residents only.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is optional and costs €10 per person. It is a sweet and savoury buffet served every morning in our stone rooms with medieval arches on the ground floor.

How much do the rooms and apartments cost?

Double rooms, with a double bed or two single beds, start from €80 per night; two rooms can take a third bed (triple from €100). The Conte apartment (up to 2 guests) and the Maria apartment (up to 4 guests) start from €150 per night. Prices may vary by season.

Where are the apartments? Is there a minimum stay?

The apartments are in a private courtyard with a garden, about 100 metres from the Locanda. The minimum stay is 2 nights; one-night stays are possible with a €25 cleaning fee.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes, cancellation is free up to 7 days before arrival.

How do I pay?

You can pay online when you book or at the property on arrival. Booking on our website gives you the best price guaranteed.

Is there a tourist tax?

Yes, the San Gimignano tourist tax is €2.50 per person per night and is paid at the property.

Is the Locanda suitable for Via Francigena walkers?

Yes. San Gimignano is a stage of the Via Francigena and the Locanda is a great starting point for the stages towards Monteriggioni and Siena. At reception we can suggest walking or cycling routes.

What is there to see nearby?

San Gimignano is just a few kilometres from Volterra, Monteriggioni, Siena and Certaldo. On request we organise wine tastings at the best wineries, excursions and truffle hunts.

Is there a restaurant?

Yes, Ristorante Il Pino, where chef Francesco serves traditional Tuscan dishes.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are welcome. There is a €15 cleaning fee at the end of the stay.

Is there Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is free.

Which languages do you speak?

Besides Italian, we speak fluent English, French and Spanish, and some basic German.

Is there air conditioning?

The Locanda is in a historic building in the centre of San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, subject to architectural restrictions that do not allow air conditioning to be installed. The rooms have ceiling fans.