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The Magnificent historic town of Montecatini Terme is located in the heart of Tuscany in the northern western region of Italy. Famous for its age-old thermal baths, many tourists flock to this city each year to enjoy the healing and relaxing properties of the hot waters. As such, many fine Montecatini Terme Hotels have been established to house the growing number of tourists that visit the area. Many industrial and commercial industries based around these spa baths have also been established and these further increase the interest for Montecatini Terme Hotel accommodation by both business and leisure guests.
Historically this region has been inhabited since Paleolithic times. Through the centuries it has seen many wars and faced destruction on numerous occasions. The healing properties of the Spa waters were already known by 1530 which saw the development of the first baths at the foot of Montecatini. However, these too were destroyed by war and the area fell into disrepair. In the late 18th century, three baths were constructed, namely: Tettuccio 1779, Bagno Regio 1773 and Terme Leopoldine 1775. The ensuing years passed quietly until by the end of the 1800's, it had established itself as a European capital and prestigious thermal holiday spot frequented by celebrities such as Giuseppe Verdi , Rossini, Strauss, D'Annunzio and many others. The beginning of the 20th century saw the development of tourism in combination with health, fun, relaxation and sport which resulted in the city soon becoming home to many fashionable restaurants, theatres and nightclubs. Its popularity grew as more and more celebrities started visiting the thermal baths to turn it into the thriving city that it is today.
Visitors from all over the world are attracted to the curative properties of these waters that are used to cure a variety of ailments such as respiratory complaints, osteoarthritis and skin conditions. The salty sulphate-alkaline waters of the spa-baths are rich in precious salts and minerals.
Many Montecatini Terme Hotels were built at the turn of the last century and reflect the magnificent architecture of the times. The late nineteenth century and Art-Noveau styles popular of the day are instantly recognizable in such hotels as the Grand Hotel Bellavista Palace and Grand Hotel Tettuccio in the center of Montecatini Terme. While many of the older hotels have been renewed or renovated during the last two decades, the facades have been maintained and although many modern amenities and facilities have been added to the guests rooms, the charm, elegance, sophistication and old world atmosphere has been retained.
A variety of Montecatini Terme guests rooms are available including single rooms, double rooms and exquisites suites with two marble bathrooms and separate living quarters. Many have splendid views over the olive groves and grapevines of the surrounding Tuscan hills and have patios, terraces and courtyard or garden entrances. Deluxe furnishings include comfortable double or queen beds with luxury bedding including fine linen, soft duvets, quilts and comfy pillows, sofa beds and a desk. Modern amenities include a mini-bar, satellite TV, dual-line telephones, safe and room service. Luxury bathrooms, some with separate shower and tub provide spa-quality bath amenities, soft fluffy bathrobes and towels, and a hairdryer.
Newspaper delivery, laundry, dry cleaning and ironing services as well as child-minding and baby-sitting services are provided in many of the Montecatini Terme child and pet friendly hotels. Children are well catered for with playgrounds, games rooms and swimming pools.
Providing a great attraction for business guests are the hotels that provide conference and meeting rooms. The Grand Hotel Tettuccio with its magnificent Crystal Terrace and two meeting rooms with modern audio-visual equipment is the perfect place to host any meeting, conference, banquet or private family celebration. Providing stunning views and fabulous cuisine all events are guaranteed to be special and memorable.
Although the day spas and the waters of the Thermal Park are the main attraction for many visitors, some Montecatini Terme Hotels have private spas providing relaxing massages and rejuvenating and de-stressing treatments. With Jacuzzis, solariums, saunas, hydro massages and bubble pools, hotels are a haven of peace and tranquility. Health and wellness centers also provide fitness facilities with cardiovascular equipment and free weights while Pilates, Yoga and Aerobic classes are also available.
Many four and five-star Montecatini Terme hotels offer stunning dining options which include great Italian, regional Tuscan and International cuisine. Prepared from the finest in-season ingredients, dedicated chefs will personalize the daily fare to suit guests and their specific dietary needs. Bars, lounges and piano rooms, outdoor terraces and courtyards are ideal vuenues for guests to gather together and enjoy regional Tuscan wines and beers and discuss the day's events.
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Montecatini Hotels not only provide the ideal base to explore the charming city with its magnificent age-old parks, cycle and walking paths into the hills but also the famous neighboring art-cities of Florence, Pisa, Lucca and Pistoia. Less than an hour's drive away guests can roam these enchanting cities by day and be back at their luxury hotel in Montecatini Terme by night fall. Conveniently accessed by road, rail, bus and air, the stress of travel is removed and guests can spend their time and energy absorbing this age-old culture and heritage that gave birth to some of our greatest artist and philosophers.
Montecatini Terme Hotels provide a fantastic opportunity to experience the wonders of the Thermal Park, adjacent Tuscan hills and nearby cities. Providing luxurious accommodation that skillfully blends old world heritage with modern conveniences and facilities, a sojourn at any of these enduring hotels will leave guests relax and refreshed and determined to return for their next vacation.
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