Italy Spa Guide: The Best Spas in Tuscany
Tuscany, Italy. [Photo credit: Giuseppe Mondi]
This probably doesn’t come as a shock, but Tuscany has one of the most exquisite spa scenes we’ve witnessed. Thanks to its array of natural herbs, oils, and aromas along with its lush countryside setting, the luxurious region of central Italy is quite literally a breath of fresh air.
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From Turkish baths and hot springs to olive oil massages and muddy detoxes, spa-goers can enjoy sips of authentic Tuscan wine while melting into deep states of relaxation. The best part about these beautiful locales is they’re located on larger properties with much more to offer once the spa services are complete. From Michelin-starred dining to nature walks and wine tasting, we’re bringing you Europe’s finest.
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Whether you pop in for a day or you opt for a week-long stay, check out our Italy spa guide to discover our picks for the best spas in Tuscany.
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Espace Wellness Center at Argentario Golf Resort & Spa
Località Le Piane, Porto Ercole (GR), 58019, Italy; (+39) 0564-810292
Treatment rooms that welcome guests with a disco ball? Say no more! In addition to the modern, vibrant decor at the stunning Espace Wellness Center, located at Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, patrons can become one with nature, thanks to a number of beauty and wellness offerings. Signature treatments feature local lavender and organic olive oil from Maremma Tuscany, while floor-to-ceiling windows provide a picturesque nature escape.
Highlights include an array of massages such as their signature 80-minute Olive Oil Massage. There are also cellulite treatments (one for sensitive skin and one intensive), along with a slew of facial services including calming, anti-aging, restorative, and purifying.
Should you want to take your relaxation and rejuvenation to the next level, you can opt for solo (or couples) time at the private Espace Suite. Here, you will be welcomed into a sensorial Turkish bath under a starry sky, followed by unwinding on a hammam bed. There are a number of personalized options you can select, in addition to sipping on fresh fruit juices or herbal teas.
Saturnia Day Spa at Terme di Saturnia Natural Spa & Golf Resort
Loc. Follonata, Saturnia, 58014 Manciano GR, Italy; (+39) 0564-600111
The multiple award-winning Terme di Saturnia Natural Spa & Golf Resort prides itself on being the prime Tuscany destination for all things relaxation and rejuvenation. From healing hot springs and its picturesque rolling hills location to the gushing waterfalls, the establishment is designed with the intention to restore.
There’s something for everyone with both a Saturnia Day Spa and general spa on the premises. Thermal mud and other natural ingredients are used in the array of treatments and detoxes. Guests can also schedule a number of consultations, should they want to potentially pursue an injectable treatment. There’s also cryotherapy, naturotherapy (including reiki and other natural healing), multiple massages and fitness options.
Saturnia Day Spa offers access to any patron, regardless of whether they stay at the hotel—but reservations are required. From there lies the option to experience total regeneration through the ancient ritual of balneotherapy in the outdoor thermal pools, with hydromassages and vascular treatments.
A day pass includes four outdoor thermal pools, whirlpools, sauna and clay room, along with free parking and Wi-Fi. Come for the serenity and stay for the photo opps, because this property is stunning.
Spa Florence at Hotel Number Nine
Via dei Conti 9, Florence, Italy; (+39) 055-215902
Looking for the most up-to-date spa treatments and technology? Spa Florence at Hotel Number Nine is your one-stop-shop. From cold plunges and a counter-current swimming pool to a med spa led by doctors and a hydromassage tub—the options are limitless.
But we haven’t even gotten into the spa within a spa aspect this location offers. Enter Nine Vita, home to facial and body treatments. At this countryside escape, guests can experience the detoxifying sauna, eye-shaped jacuzzi, Chinese reflexology bath, hammam Turkish bath, and even a session of reformer pilates.
With Skinceuticals as a leading skincare partner, your array of facial options will have the highest-quality care. And should your body need a boost, you can choose from an exfoliation treatment, lymphatic drainage or a number of massages (including couples).
The Botanic Spa at Borgo San Felice
Località San Felice, 53019, Castelnuovo Berardenga SI, Italy; (+39) 0577-3964
Located within the old olive mill of a historic hamlet set amongst vineyards, olive groves, and cypress trees just outside the Tuscan city of Siena, The Botanic Spa offers a unique wellness experience in a stunning historical setting. It’s located at Borgo San Felice, a wine resort that is part of the Relais & Chateaux Group. The property’ is an idyllic setting for self-care and relaxation with an outdoor pool, gym, two tennis courts, and luxury spa.
The Botanic Spa features exposed beams along with large, high windows that create a welcome atmosphere while serving as a testament to the property’s historic origins. There are various relaxation areas where guests can lounge before and after their treatments including a “water zone” with a bio-sauna and the “Kneipp experience” with alternating baths of hot and cold water.
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Three lines of exclusive products are incorporated into the spa’s services, which include a variety of unique experiences and wellness rituals. Recommended treatments to try include the Codage Ritual, a customize experience that treats guests in a holistic way from head to toe; as well as The Path of Bacchus, a two-and-a-half-hour treatment for couples. Guests can benefit off the propriety of wine therapy while enjoying a deep and relaxing experience with a facial, body treatment, and tranquility bath in the luxurious couples’ room.
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
Borgo Pinti, 99, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy; (+39) 055-26261
For anyone seeking familiarity, you can’t go wrong with the The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze. In addition to the exquisite elegance we know and love from the Four Seasons franchise, guests can expect a variety of natural and physical healing treatments. This includes an exfoliating and revitalizing olive oil-enriched body experience, along with a hot gemstone massage utilizing crystals and aromatherapy to ensure a deep state of relaxation and realignment of the chakras.
We strongly recommend this spa especially for families, as there are options designed solely for teens and kids. Additionally, you can expect an array of traditional spa services including facials, massages, salon services and full body treatments that utilize a number of Italian oils, extracts, and beauty traditions.
And for the private or coupled-up spa-goer, guests can experience an exclusive spa suite service. Secluded among the ancient trees of Giardino della Gherardesca, the serenity of the garden envelops its patrons as they indulge in the ultimate relaxing setting.
Thesan Spa at Il Falconiere Relais & Spa
San Martino a Bocena, 370 Cortona (AR); (+39) 0575-612679
For pure luxury at the hands of nature, look no further than Thesan Spa, located at the critically acclaimed Il Falconiere. The location is more than just a treatment space—it’s a sensorial experience. Enjoy a stunning view of the gardens and valley while immersing yourself in traditional Tuscan decor and the aroma of natural herbs and flowers. From there, embrace the healing powers of virgin olive oil and grapes—as its seeds are transformed into creams and extracts.
Whether you opt for a wellness stay package or a standalone service, a wide variety of options are at your fingertips. Signature treatments include an antioxidant bath, regenerating face and body treatment, anti-aging facials and a unique candle relaxation massage. Most treatments have a couples option, too.
Once a pamper session is wrapped, guests can keep the elevated experience going with a meal at the property’s Michelin-starred Il Falconiere restaurant.
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Dahvi Shira is a West Hollywood, CA-based journalist with more than a decade of editorial experience. Stemming from a background in news and entertainment at People.com, Shira primarily covers beauty in all forms. She currently contributes to Glossy, Real Simple, Mane Addicts, IPSY, Well+Good, Molly Sims' YSE Beauty blog, and her personal lifestyle blog Skyelyfe.com. A University of Oregon Journalism school graduate, Shira is a proud Duck who spends her free time staying on top of TikTok trends, maintaining her skincare routine and taking solo road trips. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok.