Villa Lena

My daughter had wanted to visit Villa Lena for a very long time, so we decided to surprise her for her hen do. It did not disappoint! To try and arrange a trip for 10 ladies is not easy, however Margherita took the stress out of it & helped arrange the trip to perfection. We had vineyard tour and wine tasting, pasta workshop, a private dinner -the food from San Michele is absolutely delicious - we also booked onto a couple of workshops, we made Merakas with Freya & working with natural dyes with Veronica, they were all so knowledgeable & made it so much fun. We loved every minute! The pool bar is fantastic for light food and drinks, every single member of staff were friendly and attentive. When we arrived the manager Eleonora took the time in showing us around, her passion and knowledge for the place and Tuscany was evident. We stayed in the apartments, which were beautiful & the mini bar comes equipped with wines and Tuscan snacks. I look forward to return to this beautiful place ❤️

We celebrated our wedding at Villa Lena – and it was nothing short of magical. The location is absolutely stunning, surrounded by the beautiful Tuscan landscape, and has this creative, soulful atmosphere that made our special day truly unforgettable. The food was incredible – fresh, local, and prepared with so much love and care. Our guests are still raving about it! The organization was spot on. The team was warm, professional, and always available. Even when little things didn’t go exactly as planned (as they always do at weddings!), the staff handled everything with flexibility and calm. We felt fully supported and could just enjoy the moment knowing everything was taken care of. We’re beyond grateful for the experience and would choose Villa Lena again in a heartbeat.

The place is magical, a lot of thought and taste have been put into creating Villa Lena. The food is great, the wine is great, the staff are extremely kind and assisting! The workshops with the artists were something we had never experienced before. Really enjoyed them. The views are breathtaking. The whole place is so picturesque that it looks like a movie from a different era. We were there for our honeymoon and I can safely say this was the best place for it. We will definitely return. One last thing - a true testimony to the kindness of the staff. On the day of our departure the battery of our car (a rented one) died and the staff helped us charge it at 7 am. If it weren’t for them we would have missed the plane. I would recommend this place to anyone I know!

Dear Villa Lena, Thank you so much for the lovely stay! I visited as part of a wedding-birthday weekend organized by my friends – and it was simply magical. Naturally, it was the warmth, tenderness, and loving care of my friends that made the experience so special. But without a doubt, your venue provided the perfect setting. The villa, the location, the rooms, the atmosphere – all of it enhanced and supported the magic of the moment. One small point of feedback: at times, I felt somewhat unwelcome in the restaurant, which didn’t quite match the otherwise warm spirit of the place. We also experienced some minor technical issues with the water in our rooms. I would, however, like to highlight your bartender Massimo – professional, kind, and attentive. He clearly showed what great service can look like. Thank you for this unique place – with a bit more sensitivity in the service, it can truly be unforgettable. Warm regards, Peter

We had our wedding here and it was the absolute best decision we could have made! The pictures don't really do it justice. Everything from the detailed service, food (baked goods at breakfast were out of this world), wine, and the luxury touches made Villa Lena the highlight not just for us, but all of our friends and family. It's equally perfect to throw a large party as it is to have a romantic getaway. We will definitely be coming back to stay at Villa Lena as often as we can.

Unfortunately, our experience at this hotel fell far below expectations.||Service & Hospitality:|Service was consistently slow and underwhelming. While a few staff members were lovely, the overall hospitality was disappointing — especially for the price point. On multiple occasions, we waited over 20 minutes for basic requests like drinks, water, or ice. When we asked for more water for our room, we were told to bring our empty San Pellegrino bottle to reception and refill it ourselves — a bizarre request considering the rates charged.||Room & Housekeeping:|Housekeeping was minimal. No fresh towels or sheets were provided during our stay, and robes were left crumpled rather than properly placed. These small touches, which are standard even in mid-range hotels, were noticeably lacking.||Dining Experience:|We were turned away from the restaurant on our first evening, despite being in-house guests. We were told we should have made a reservation, something that was supposedly included in the welcome email, which we discovered had never been sent. While they eventually apologized and seated us more than an hour and 30 minutes later, it was clear there was no attempt to proactively accommodate us or ask about dinner plans at check-in. Additionally, breakfast items like juice or a cappuccino came with extra charges, which felt excessive (especially for an expensive cappuccino that was not high quality espresso).||Amenities & Atmosphere:|Be aware that all on-site activities are priced à la carte. Nothing is included. While the property has visual charm at first glance, much of it feels like a superficial Pinterest façade rather than a thoughtfully executed design. If you’re going to offer curated experiences, they need to be done well — or not at all.||Hospitality Culture:|As someone who lives in Italy, I was particularly struck by how this place lacks all the qualities that make Italian hospitality so special. There’s no aperitivo on arrival, no bread at dinner unless requested, no warmth or generosity — just a cold, transactional approach. It felt like a missed opportunity to celebrate the richness of Tuscan culture and tradition.||Atmosphere & Clientele:|The overall vibe was off-putting. The clientele seemed to skew toward a very niche, alternative crowd, and we often felt unwelcome or out of place. At the pool, we were surrounded by a group of 10 Russian women wearing stud covered platform crocs in minimal outfits, making what was supposed to be a relaxing pool day into their personal Instagram canvas. On top of that, staff interactions were tinged with attitude, and at one point, a drink was accidentally spilled over my head — an incident that wasn’t even acknowledged with so much as a complimentary round of drinks.||Final Thoughts:|Upon checkout, we left the room prior to the 11 am checkout time. As we opened the room door to make our way to reception with the luggage, we found it was nearly impossible to get out. The hallway was covered with dirty laundry, dishes, and trash — completely blocking the hallway and making it impossible to pass through with our suitcases. Don’t expect assistance with luggage up or down the flights of stairs to get to your room.||The guy immediately cashed in for our final bill, prior to even asking how our stay was. (To note — we paid 900€ for two nights, not including any extra charges which ended up being an addition 300€ for two girls who eat light). We did share our concerns with the receptionist. For those considering this property as a dream escape in Tuscany, I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere. There are countless places in Italy where your money will go further, and where hospitality is genuinely heartfelt — this, unfortunately, is not one of them.

Spectacular venue. We are here for a wedding with 29 others. The rooms are spacious and have a complete Italian vibe with large bathrooms. The breakfast was the best I’ve ever had. Everything was fresh with many being organic. Highly recommend the scrambled eggs, pastries, humus and olive oil. It’s been amazing meeting the artists and learning about their crafts. Kids loved the pool. Very relaxing atmosphere. Worth the drive here. Enjoy!

What a beautiful property Villa Lena is! The staff were so attentive to our every need and made us and our dog feel extremely welcome. The land and views around the property are simply stunning! Room was a bit small but otherwise very comfortable. Will come back.