Overlooking the elegant, historic spa town of Montecatini Terme in Italy, and just a half-hour drive from Florence, the Grand Hotel & La Pace has welcomed guests since 1870. The hotel’s elegant grounds and historic façade have hosted European royalty and notable figures such as Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks, Katharine Hepburn, Arturo Toscanini and Paul Cézanne, who have all enjoyed its tranquil gardens and stately interiors.
Guest rooms are individually appointed with antique furnishings and rich textiles that reflect the hotel’s heritage while offering modern comforts. Dining options cater to a range of tastes: refined meals are served at the Michelangelo and Le Magnolie restaurants, while Le Relais à la Piscine provides a relaxed poolside menu during the summer months.
The wellness center emphasizes relaxation and traditional spa therapies. Facilities include a humid zone, Rasul baths and an indoor pool, complemented by a menu of treatments such as Tahiti butter massages, Bora Bora sand scrubs and Tiare flower sea salt scrubs. For guests seeking active pursuits, the hotel can arrange horseback riding, clay pigeon shooting, tennis and golf.
Located on the edge of Montecatini’s renowned spa park, the hotel offers easy access to winding paths and the town’s impressive columned terme, where visitors can sample the local healing mineral waters. Guests can enjoy leisurely walks in the sunshine or request a bicycle from the front desk to explore the park and nearby attractions.