Food is one of life’s pleasures; a cherished instant for the palate that leaves its mark when accompanied by other resonating impressions, such as an enchanting atmosphere, whispered conversations, tranquillity and breathtaking views. If you combine this with the kind smile of the person greeting you, who puts you immediately at ease, your experience remains with you forever in both heart and mind.
“La mattina toscana” corner: an original way to start the day
We tease your palate and curiosity every morning with a corner dedicated to Tuscan specialities. A riot of flavours and aromas ranging from bruschetta made with Tuscan bread and extra virgin olive oil – produced by us – to mature pecorino cheese from Pienza and Crete Senesi, “finocchiona” salami from Cinta Senese and homemade cakes.
The buffet breakfast is served in the Lampolla restaurant from 7:30 am to 10:00 am.
In summer and on lovely sunny days, you can also enjoy your breakfast outside at the colourful Leoncini di San Gimignano ceramic tables; each one different from the next.
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Informal, welcoming, relaxing. A mixture of flavours for a real relaxing holiday
There is always time for a tasty snack. When, how and with whoever you want without any pressure. The new and unique ambience welcomes you to the Loliva Bistrotoscano: The relaxing tones of the surrounding interior warmed by the lit fireplace during the winter and the open-air outdoor area during the summer welcomes you for a break.
Here the tradition of the tavern with its strong, evocative and distinctive flavours blends perfectly with the informal traditional cafes. For a pleasant meeting over an aperitif, a lunch with local delicacies or a quick snack. To spend an evening sipping a drink surrounded by the tranquillity and beauty of our hills.
Loliva is open every day from 12 to midnight.
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Romantic dining with a view
You are immediately greeted by an elegant space, which despite being large, has a cosy and informal atmosphere. The octagonal shape was especially designed to allow for comfortable nooks and expansive windows where, almost unaware of the presence of anybody else, you can enjoy your candlelit dinner with your partner while overlooking the panorama of the surrounding hills.
And while you sip a glass of Chianti or Vernaccia, make a toast to the two of you while overlooking the panorama of the surrounding hills.
What cuisine do we offer at the Lampolla restaurant? A marriage of Tuscan recipes and contemporary Italian and global dishes. The restaurant is open for lunch from 12:30 to 15:00 and for dinner from 19:30 to 22:00.
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Your exclusive dinner in our Cantina
The atmosphere of a place is fundamental for rekindling memories and emotions, and providing a sense of intimacy that’s difficult to find in everyday life.
In our little Cantina, or cellar, with its suffused lighting and fine wines, you and your partner can enjoy a unique and refined five-course menu, accompanied by a selection of local and national wines, served by a wine steward.
A few couples have promised eternal love here, or seen their love rekindled.
Our Cantina is a reservation-only restaurant, and is ideal for celebrating among a few close friends (maximum 6 people).
We suggest you make your Cantina dinner reservation before arriving at the hotel, by telephoning: +39 0577 955100 or writing to: info@villasanpaolo.com.
Only the highest quality oil is made from our premium olive trees
Six hundred. That is the number of olive trees that surround our resort, from which we extract an I.G.P.-denominated extra virgin olive oil with an acidity level of zero and very low residues. These unique properties make it one of the best olive oils in the country.
Surrounding the estate is land rich in fossilised shells on which the olive trees grow. This is why our oil is of a superior quality. In the area, we alone boast this soil: dry, rich in nutrients and ideal for growing olive trees. Excellence – confirmed by periodical analyses undertaken in the oil mill – which we love to share with our guests, serving our extra virgin olive oil at the table every day.