Volterra Auberges de Jeunesse

"… Cloister, based on the designs of Michelazzo (sculptor and architect of Donatello workshop). The history of the church and its convent Ostello Volterra Inside the Church of San Girolamo of the XV century and in its chapels on the side of the Portico, there are considerable works, among which the terracotta of Giovanni Della Robbia, on which one can read ‘Questa tavola a fatto fare Michelangelo di Niccolajo Ceregli. MCCCCC’. There exists also another beautiful plate of Robbia and the welcoming Annunciation of Benvenuto Di Giovanni...  more »

"The volterra youth hostel which is a renovation of an ancient franciscan convent of the XV, is situated at the entrance of the city of Volterra. Apart from the nature of its structure which is ideal for relax and study, the hostel is also situated in a good position from where one can easily connect to major historical and artistic centers of Toscana : one hour to Pisa, Florence, Siena, and only 30 minutes to the seaside and to San Gimignano. Breakfast is included in private rooms, not in shaered rooms ALL private rooms have the one...  more »

"… and architect of Donatello workshop). The Hostel consists of 23 bedrooms all very spacious and well-lighted, ample and illuminated dormitories in modern style. There are rooms with private bathroom,and rooms with bathoroom connected with another room. It is perfect for couples, families and groups.. Breakfast is served in the hall, or in the wonderful outside space. Just 50 metres far from here, you can have lunch or dinner at the Hotel La Foresteria, at a very special price. Please note that breakfast is included for all private...  more »