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This 19th-century villa to the south of town has been turned into 10 sumptuously appointed suites surrounded by lush gardens which hide a small pool.

High Renaissance-styled rooms in a 1527 building designed by Antonio Sangallo the Elder. The best, if slightly noisier, rooms open onto a magnificent loggia overlooking the square. Canopy beds add to the antique air.

Though predominantly 15th century, bits of the palazzo date back to times when it hosted, variously, Dante and Inquisition trials. Large rooms and iron bedframes lend an antique air, and “superior” rooms come with 17th-century frescoes.

The Benedictine Rule forbids turning away travellers, and so drop-in guests as well as those signed up to the week-long workshops (Easter– mid-Sep) are welcomed. Many rooms have private bath.

A gorgeously frescoed monastery in the hills, offering single and double rooms with private baths (Easter–Oct), and selling honey, herbs and wines.

A small hilltop hotel of comfy mini-apartments. The garden has the best views of Renaissance masterpiece Tempio di San Biagio; all rooms have rural vistas.

Built as a convent in 1511, the Morandi is owned by an Irishwoman. Some of the beams, antiques and artwork are reproductions, but the frescoes are genuine 16th-century paintings. There are just 10 rooms.

Set in a coastal park, this villa-hostel offers bike rentals, a beach and plenty of park to enjoy. 11:30pm curfew. Open 16 Mar– Sep; family rooms not available Jul–Aug.

Arrive early in the day at this popular, well-located hostel that accepts no advance bookings. The hostel also offers laundry facilities, a restaurant and internet access.

Activies here are geared toward wine production and tasting. It has some family rooms, where the price includes breakfast (otherwise it’s an extra €2). SITA buses stop nearby. Closed Nov–14 March.