The Relax Hotel Aquaviva is located in the heart of Tuscany, in the countryside, on a hill which offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding hills and woods. The village of Casole d’Elsa, of Etruscan origin, is located 3 km away, at an elevation of approximately 400 m above sea level, and is a member of the Orange Flag Association, a standard of eco-environmental quality for the Italian Touring Club. The Hotel takes its name from an ancient legend and provides the perfect locale for a total-relax vacation while being also of great cultural interest. All of the significant sites of cultural interest in Tuscany are easily reachable: San Gimignano (17 km), Volterra (20 km), Siena (30 km), Florence and Pisa (60 km). The Relax Hotel Aquaviva, recently constructed, offers its guests 35 rooms, all with private bath/WC, satellite television (English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish programmes), Internet connection, direct telephone, minibar, safe and hair dryer. The 28 “Comfort” rooms can be double or twin, triple or four bedded; all include a covered loggia, with panoramic view. The 6 “Superior” rooms are all double or twin and include private loggia and garden, for a maximum relax. They are equipped with spa bathtub, separate shower and aromatherapy. The “Junior suite” is a double room with two extra beds and a small lounge with Satellite TV. Private loggia with panoramic view, spa bathtub, separate shower and aromatherapy. The hotel was newly built in 2005. Rooms are furnished in modern style, the restaurant in 19th century style. The restaurant includes an air conditioned hall, a country-style veranda and a panoramic terrace. Views are from every point splendid. In good weather, meals are served al fresco on the terrace. The restaurant offers traditional Italian and Tuscan cuisine, home made pasta, seafood, but also a large choice of home made pizzas, and a wide selection of Tuscan and Italian wines. Meals can be served “à la carte”, with half board or with full board. The Relax Hotel Aquaviva provides the following services and amenities, free for it’s guests: fully equipped fitness room; one covered and heated swimming pool (13 x 10 metres); one outdoor pool for adults (12 x 7 metres ); one baby splash pool; waterfalls; heated indoor whirlpool; private enclosed parking guaranteed for each room; bicycle storage; children’s playground; table tennis; At an additional charge, the following services are available: wellness centre, reserved to hotel guests, including Finnish sauna; steam bath and hot and cold shower; UV solar shower; Kneipp parcours, massages and face and body treatments, using fully natural products by highly qualified personnel; mountain bike rental; babysitter for children (upon request). Round the clock concierge service. Bar, serving also on the terrace. Reading room. Our staff speak English, Italian, German, French and Spanish.