Hotel Villa Ricci & Benessere
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
A sensible booking if you want a spa-style break in Chianciano Terme on a budget, with a heated indoor pool and a generous breakfast at 38% below the local median. Skip it if a large pool with unlimited use is the main point of your trip.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Hotel Villa Ricci & Benessere is our Budget pick for Chianciano Terme. It suits couples and anyone who wants wellness facilities without paying spa-resort prices. A spa, a pool, a restaurant, a terrace, family rooms and free parking are all listed.
The listing is tagged as pet-friendly, though the exact policy is not confirmed.
Skip it if the pool is your top priority. Guests like that it is heated and has hydromassage, but they also say it is small and has time limits.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at Via.Le G. Di Vittorio, 51. Guests rate the location 8.5 out of 10.
Museo d'Arte di Chianciano Terme is about 400 metres away, roughly 5 minutes on foot. The Church of Saint Mary of the Rose is 1 km, about 13 minutes. Both are easy walks.
San Biagio in Montepulciano is a different story. At 5.7 km, around 71 minutes on foot, it is far, so you will need a car, taxi or public transport. All times are straight-line estimates and have not been verified.
What guests say
It scores 8.2 out of 10 from 1,791 reviews, a large base of opinions. That put it joint second on review score among the 3 eligible hotels we compared.
Breakfast is the clear favourite. Guests describe an abundant buffet with sweet pastries, savoury options and fresh fruit, and gluten-free choices are listed. Staff also earn steady praise for being kind, welcoming and professional.
The pool draws the main criticism. It is a heated indoor pool with hydromassage, but guests note its small size and the time limits on use.
Price and how it compares with our other picks
The reference price was €83.24 per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, so about €166 for the two nights. The sample median was €135.12 per night, which puts this hotel 38% below it.
Our Best Value pick, Grand Hotel Admiral Palace, is a 4-star hotel scoring 8.1 at €135.12 per night. Our Luxury pick, Fortuna Resort, is also 4 stars and scores 8.7 at €771 per night.
Against the Best Value pick, you save about €52 a night while getting a slightly higher guest score. These are reference prices, not live quotes, so check today's price for your dates.
Why it made our top 3
Only 3 eligible hotels made it into our sample for Chianciano Terme, so the comparison is small. After setting aside the upscale choice, this one had the lowest reference price.
It earned the place on more than price, though. Nearly 1,800 reviews averaging 8.2, a spa and well-liked breakfast make it a solid low-cost option.
Before you book
Ask about pool time slots and whether you need to book them, given the guest comments. Spa availability, opening hours and any fees must be checked for your dates.
Room size, noise, renovation condition and cancellation terms have not been assessed, and breakfast inclusion is not confirmed. If you are travelling with a pet, confirm the policy with the hotel.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Does Hotel Villa Ricci have a pool?
Yes, a heated indoor pool with hydromassage. Guests say it is small and has time limits, so ask about slots when you arrive.
Can I walk to Montepulciano from the hotel?
Not comfortably. San Biagio in Montepulciano is about 71 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate, so plan on a car, taxi or public transport.
Is breakfast good for gluten-free diets?
Gluten-free options are listed as part of the buffet. Check with the hotel for specific needs, and confirm whether breakfast is included in your rate.
Is there parking?
Free parking is listed by the property. Check availability for your dates.