Il Convento Pistoia Hotel

The hotel enjoys a quiet location in the Tuscan hills north of Pistoia, 30 km west of Florence. It is 3 km from Pistoia, and 20 km from Lucca. This hotel is close to the mediaeval hospital Ospedale del Ceppo, the Cathedral of St. Zeno, and the city museum of Pistoia. Local attractions also include Sant Andrea and Cappella del Tau. The bus station is about 1 km away and the train station is approximately 4 km away. The charming historical hotel has a total of 30 guest rooms. This is an ancient Franciscan monastery which was transformed into a hotel in the 1970s. It has since been remodelled and tastefully decorated. The premises are air-conditioned and guests are welcomed in a lobby with 24-hour check-out service. Facilities include a hotel safe and lift access. There is also a cafe and the restaurant has panoramic views over the plain of Pistoia. Conference facilities are available to business travellers and the ancient Church of the Convent has been renovated into a charming large hall. Guests can take advantage of the room service on offer. Those guests who are arriving by car may leave their vehicle in the hotel's car park. Each room has an en suite bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Facilities include a direct dial telephone, satellite/cable TV and Internet access. There is also a safe and a minibar. Individually regulated air conditioning and central heating are standard features in all accommodation units. Each room has a terrace. Guests can take a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool and there is also a children's swimming area. Refreshments are available from the poolside snack bar and guests can relax on the sun terrace where sun loungers and parasols are laid out. Montecatini Golf and Country Club is approximately 22 km away. The hotel serves a breakfast buffet. Lunch and dinner may be enjoyed à la carte.