Like so much of Italy, modern and ancient history converge in this central Tuscany town. Located less than thirty minutes from the red roofs of Florence, the walled medieval city of Lucca, famed Pisa, and Collodi, where the tale of Pinocchio was born, Montecatini is ideally located for visitors to this charming region who are looking for a spa vacation -- and the opportunity to explore a region rich with culture, history and beauty.
A spa destination as uniquely European in nature as Montecatini epitomizes the true spirit of the "Italian Spa." Restoration and rejuvenation are the watchwords here -- hectic lifestyles are put on hold and visitors have no choice but to reset their clocks to a gentler pace. Montecatini's nine springs are world famous for their mineral rich waters that are free of all harmful bacteria and enriched with vital elements.
Thermal treatments, including the physiological benefits of the different waters, impact body and spirit on many levels. Drink the waters at world renowned Tetuccio Spa, while strolling the gardensand enjoying an operatic performance or enjoy the equally esteemed Excelsior Spa. Princess Borghese Beauty Center provides pampering fit for a princess.
A wide variety of beneficial treatments are offered to spa guests including therapeutic whirlpool baths featuring Leopoldina waters, massage, and inhalation treatments to treat visitors with upper respiratory tract problems.
Tickets are included for admission to the Tettuccio Spa (located within walking distance. Waters are offered at six of the legendary city's spa pavilions. The favorite among visitors is the legendary Tettuccio; the centerpiece of which is a beautiful seashell fountain spilling the famed Tettuccio water. A colonnaded marble pavilion with an arcaded courtyard, Tettuccio was built between 1919 and 1927. Contained within the complex are an art gallery, a Viennese style kaffeehouse bar, a series of elegant boutiques, and the world-renowned Princess Marcello Borghese boutique.
Beneath Tettuccio's marble ceiling, scenes depicting youth, beauty and health serve as backdrops for gilded faucets from which the four morning waters run, at both heated and natural temperatures. Visitors hold their cups beneath the desired fountain and take their drink to sit beneath the colonnades, amidst the expansive gardens and lawns, or near the pavilion to listen to 
the orchestra that plays each morning.
In the evenings, lively restaurants offer excellent Tuscan cuisine. Pop and classical music, opera, fashion shows, art exhibits and other entertainment are all offered regularly year round.
Enjoy this and much more at the Five Star Grand Hotel & La Pace. Pass the day, take your spa treatments at the Hotel's Natural Health Center or lounge by the swimming pool, play tennis, work out at the hotel gym, play golf on one of the nearby courses, visit one of the public spas or take the funicular and visit the medieval village of Montecatini Alto for lunch.
Link here to obtain details about this wonderful opportunity to have your classic European experience in this 125 year old luxury hotel with easy access to the heart of Tuscany and Chianti country and be treated in the style of royalty of old.
In 2005 we are also introducing spa services with wine and chocolate therapy. CLICK HERE for descriptive information on both. Discover the therapeutic ingredients of both Choco and Wine Therapy.
SPECIAL SPA SERVICE programs are also available that you can substitute or add to your tour package
