Grotta Giusti Thermal Spa Resort Tuscany 5*

Grotta Giusti Thermal Spa Resort Tuscany 5* is located in the Tuscany region, near the Italian town of Monsummano Terme.

ABOUT THE HOTEL

founded

1849

rooms

restaurants

swimming pools

guest rating

8.6

SPECIALIZATION

HOTEL DESCRIPTION

The Grotta Giusti Thermal Spa building is a 19th-century historic villa. The original features of that era have been fully preserved: the original façade, authentic ceiling frescoes, paintings, and engravings from the past. The proximity to the cultural cities of Florence and Pisa makes this not only a wellness destination but also an ideal base for sightseeing.

The hotel houses a large thermal center with its own team of physicians. Here you can choose from a variety of therapeutic procedures aimed at getting rid of stress, preserving youth and beauty, and improving skin condition. The hotel is surrounded by a private 40-acre park, perfect for leisurely walks among centuries-old trees. The most notable feature is the large natural thermal grotto. The air and unique microclimate contribute to overall well-being and positively affect all bodily systems.

The rooms and all interior spaces were completely renovated in the early 2020s. Every detail reflects Tuscan art, the surrounding nature, and the historical legacy of the villa.

Accommodation options at Grotta Giusti Thermal Spa include:

Classic — 20 m², a small double room overlooking the park, some rooms feature balconies
Deluxe Garden — 26 m², bright decor with historic wall ornaments
Junior Suite — 40 m², a cozy two-room suite with garden view
Junior Suite Garden — 31 m², with balcony and marble bathroom, for 2 guests
Grand Deluxe With Terrace — 32 m², located in the central part of the villa with a terrace overlooking the façade. Walls are adorned with frescoes of trees, herbs, and flowers, with cornices replicating the grandeur of antique gilding
Suite Giusti — 56 m², an elegant suite dedicated to Giuseppe Giusti, son of the villa’s and grotto’s founder. Offers park views

The historical and poetic atmosphere at Grotta Giusti is also reflected in the restaurant’s hospitality. Guests can enjoy authentic Tuscan flavors and traditional Mediterranean dishes. The chefs use local ingredients and aromatic herbs from the hotel’s own garden.

Dining venues at Grotta Giusti include:

Oasi Bar — a seasonal poolside bar offering light snacks and refreshing beverages in the shade of the trees
Il Poeta — the main restaurant offering traditional Tuscan cuisine, grilled dishes, and fine wines
L’affresco — a lounge bar serving signature cocktails, liqueurs, snacks, and light bites
Chiocciola Caffè — a cafe with a wide selection of hot and cold drinks and baked goods

WELLNESS CENTERS

Grotta Giusti Thermal SPA Center

The main therapeutic element at the SPA is the natural thermal grotto connected to the hotel. Discovered in 1849 by workers on the Monsummano hill, the underground hot spring quickly proved its healing potential. The water and steam from the cave are known to:

improve overall well-being
relieve joint pain
benefit skin condition
ease symptoms of asthma, allergies, and upper respiratory tract diseases

The grotto is divided into three wellness areas: Paradise, Purgatory, and Hell, with temperatures ranging from 28°C to 34°C. The healing steam attracts guests from all over the world. At the bottom lies Limbo, a crystal-clear thermal lake with water at 36ºC.

Thermal mineral water, rich in bicarbonates, sulfates, and calcium, as well as therapeutic mud at 47°C, is used for treatments. The mud is prepared by mixing clay with thermal water and matured for at least 6 months before being applied to relieve muscle tension and pain.

Additional SPA services include:

balneotherapy
physiotherapy
various types of massage
inhalations
ayurveda
body peels and wraps
scalp and hair treatments

HOTEL FEATURES

Hotel type: thermal SPA resort.
The building is a 19th-century villa with preserved historical interiors.
Unique natural thermal grotto accessible to Grotta Giusti guests.
Surrounded by a centuries-old park.
Wide range of sightseeing opportunities.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Places to visit: Monsummano Terme, History Museum, Giuseppe Giusti Museum, Church of Santa Maria, Church of Carmine with a 14th-century altarpiece, medieval fortress, Church of St. Peter (11th century), Romanesque Cathedral, nearby cities: Lucca, Pisa, Florence, Siena, and the village of Vinci.

Sport activities: fitness, pilates, golf, tennis, hiking, rafting, skiing in winter, horseback riding, cycling, trekking.

For children: wellness treatments, kids’ pool, children’s menu, babysitting services, Pinocchio Park, thermal amusement park “Termeland”, tropical butterfly house.

Getting there: Florence Airport — 47 km.