Castello di Vicarello
Castello di Vicarello is a unique and luxurious boutique hotel set in the rolling hills of Tuscany where every wall sings a song of the ancient past.
The hotel sits on 8.000 square meters of land with olive groves, citrus trees and spectacular views of the Apuanian Alps as well as the famed beaches of Forte dei Marmi.
How would you describe Villa Gilda in a nutshell?
Villa Gilda is a small luxury hotel located 5 kilometers from Forte dei Marmi between the beach and the hills of Tuscany. It’s a beautiful Italian family villa that was turned into a stylish boutique hotel with 7 suites, a sauna, heated swimming pool and beautiful gardens. We offer warm Italian hospitality combined with international five-star luxury amenities.
How would you describe the atmosphere at Villa Gilda?
It’s a very romantic atmosphere at the villa especially at night with these beautiful panoramic views but at the same time very elegant and classy during the day. Villa Gilda is like a boutique hotel but actually it is much more than that. We also own a renowned fish restaurant on the beach and one of the most beautiful beach clubs in Forte dei Marmi. With all of what we offer you could say that it’s the whole deal – incredible food, relaxation in style and luxurious living.
Who should stay at Villa Gilda and who should rather book something else?
In our opinion Villa Gilda is great for everyone. With the garden, pool and sauna there are enough options to relax and enjoy peace and quiet at the house. At the same time we are close enough to all the fun nightlife of Forte dei Marmi. Even for those looking for a base from where to go off into explorations of Tuscany, Villa Gilda is ideally located close to the Apuanian Alps and cities such as Pisa, Lucca, and Firenze. It is also right on the Tuscan coast with all its stunning beaches and small towns.
What do you particularly like about Forte dei Marmi?
This part of Tuscany used to be only frequented by Italians. Over the years more and more international tourists are starting to come here to explore real Italian vacationing. Forte dei Marmi is the most fashionable seaside town in Versilia. It not only has beautiful beaches but also exclusive boutiques, parks and gardens as well as great restaurants. The surrounding landscape is spectacular, truly harmonious in its beauty.
Our guests very much appreciate how much of an ideal starting point Villa Gilda is for any excursions, whether they are looking to explore the mountains or want to visit places of historical or cultural significance. There are so many beautiful villages here waiting to be explored. Pietrasanta is only eight kilometers from Villa Gilda. Viareggio has a boulevard with a shopping center and a factory where all the yachts are manufactured. And the most important places like Florence are only one hour from Villa Gilda.
The hotel sits on 8.000 square meters of land with olive groves, citrus trees and spectacular views of the Apuanian Alps as well as the famed beaches of Tuscany and the Mediterranean Sea. Guests have access to the heated pool, can relax on the sun loungers or take a stroll around the garden. The seven suites have different sizes, and some come with a private terrace, scenic views over the sea or direct access to the gardens.
On the ground floor are the common areas for guests to enjoy with a lounge, living room, dining room, and the kitchen that can be reserved upon request. For breakfast, we put all the tables outside in the summer so guests can take in the view. Villa Gilda also has a sauna and swimming pool. A fitness center and spa with sea views will be coming soon.
The rooms at Villa Gilda are some of the nicest in all of Forte dei Marmi. With parquet floors, marble in the bathrooms and a unique design for each suite. There are seven rooms, two of them can be combined into one big suite for a family. The room sizes range from 24 to 65 square meters. Four of the rooms are on the first and two on the second floor. Almost all rooms have a sea view, four have their own private terrace, access to the garden and doors leading to the swimming pool and sauna. The bathrooms have large rain showers and there are even two suites with fireplaces.
The beautifull decoared suite features a selection of vintage and modern furniture, a king-size bed, a bathroom with shower and bathtub, and a large terrace with sea view.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
The family suite for a maximum of 5 people with private entrance features two king-size beds, an additional sofa bed for a fish person, two ensuite bathrooms with a rain shower.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
The beautiful suite is located on the 2nd floor and features a selection of modern and antique furnishings. There is a king-size bed, a Calcatta marble bathroom with bathtub and rain shower and the suite offers beautiful views of the garden and the sea.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
The suite features a selection of modern and vintage furnishings. There is a king-size bed, a Calcatta marble bathroom with bathtub and rain shower and access to a private garden. The view is towards towards Viareggio and the Tuscan archipelago.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
The suite features a selection of modern and vintage furnishings. There is a king-size bed, a Calcatta marble bathroom with bathtub and rain shower and access to a private garden. The view is towards Portovenere and Monte Marcello Promontory.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
The big suite features a king-size bed, vintage armchairs, a sofa bed, a Calcatta marble bathroom with bathtub and rain shower and the 4 big windows offer beautiful view of the Versilia coast.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
The big suite features a mixture of modern and vintage furnishings, a fire place, a four poster king-size bed, a Calcatta marble bathroom with bathtub and rain shower and a large surrounding terrace with beautiful views of the valley and the sea.
Features: mini-bar and kettle with a selection of teas and coffees - air conditioning - safe - soundproof walls - umbrellas - Flat-screen cable and satellite TV - free Wi-Fi - Malin+Goetz toiletries - hairdryer
Besides the beautiful outdoor pool with a sun terrace there is also a sauna. Massages can be organized, as well as beauty consultations. Bicycles are available for our guests to use for easy transport to the beach club and back as parking can be expensive and hard to find in Forte dei Marmi. We also offer a free shuttle service. Signora Gigliola prepares our daily breakfast buffet, which is available up until noon. With an extensive selection of freshly baked cakes, homemade jams, fresh fruits and local produce your days will start off just right.
Upon request we can offer a private lunch and dinner with dishes typical for Tuscany to be served at the hotel. However, especially during summer months, most of our guests go to our restaurant at the beach club, which is one of the best restaurants in Forte dei Marmi. The beach club is only 5 kilometers away from the hotel.
There is plenty to do. If guests want to be active they can go hiking, free climbing and of course go swimming or wind surfing. The beaches here are extraordinary. I’ve been to Florida and other beaches around the world, but I couldn’t find a beach like the one in Forte dei Marmi.
I would also recommend visiting our beach club, which is truly a unique experience. It’s a paid beach club, but the service and the atmosphere are absolutely worth it. Guests have their own tent, table, towels, and pillows and can also receive massages on the beach. The beach club is not included in the hotel rate but we can offer a discount for Welcome Beyond guests. In July and August it is normally EUR 100 per day, but we can offer a 50% discount, and between in April, May, June, September and October we can include it in the rate for guests from Welcome Beyond.
Villa Gilda is located in the town of Montignoso, Tuscany, in central Italy, which is about 5 kilometers from Forte dei Marmi and the beach. The property is located in the hills and is accessible by car. However, at the same time it is only a five-minute walk from the town center with a pharmacy, bank, bar, laundry, pizzeria and some other small restaurants, a small store and a gelateria. It has pretty much everything our guests require. With a car it is only a short drive to the cities in the region, such as Viareggio, which is 18km, Lucca 34km and Pisa 39km from the villa.
For Italian visitors I would recommend coming to Villa Gilda in August. However, for anyone coming from outside of the country, August will most likely be too hot and crowded. Therefore the best time for international visitors is in June and July. I particularly enjoy May and June. During April it is still a bit cold in Tuscany with temperatures at 17 or 18 degrees.
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