La Bagnaia Golf Resort

The hotel is spread across the old mansions of the Borgo, Borgo Bagnaia and Borgo Filetta, so it feels more like staying in a Tuscan village than checking into a standard resort. You move between stone courtyards, terraces and quiet corners, with countryside views cropping up at almost every turn. There is no long walk to a vast modern wing, and the whole place has the unhurried pace of a village that has been looking out over these hills for centuries.

There are 99 rooms and suites and, impressively, no two are the same. Each is individually styled with traditional Tuscan furnishings and a warm palette of wine and ochre that suits the setting. Antiques and rarities collected from around the world add the finishing touches, which gives the rooms personality rather than a copy-and-paste feel. All of them enjoy breathtaking views across the Tuscan countryside.

For couples, the suites are the natural upgrade if you want more space and a real sense of occasion. For groups and societies, the Borgo layout works nicely because you can be spread across different buildings while staying close together. If a particular view, bed set-up or room style matters to you, flag it when you enquire and we will help match you to the right option.

Dining centres on La Voliera (The Aviary), a stylish and sophisticated dining room that suits a long post-round dinner. When the weather plays ball, the terrace is the pick, with views over the hills of Siena and the open Tuscan countryside laid out in front of you as the light fades. It is an easy place to linger, swap stories from the round and settle the day's side bets.

The Buddha Spa by Clarins is a genuine selling point for a golf break. It is a modern, exclusive spa set in beautiful countryside, and it is the ideal counterpoint to a day on the course. Naturally occurring thermal waters, traditionally believed to have restorative properties, are channelled into a swimming pool decorated with antique vases and classical columns that nod to ancient Rome. The well-trained team guide you through a relaxation programme designed to help you unwind and leave everyday stresses behind. Book treatments in advance, especially in peak season, because it is popular for good reason.