🇮🇹 Follonica, Italy
B&B Follonica
📍 15, Via Bertani, Follonica, 58022
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Your stay — B&B Follonica
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The Property — B&B Follonica
A family-run, three-star hotel two blocks back from Follonica's main beach. The lobby feels like an Italian sitting room: tiled floor, a few armchairs, a reception desk with local maps pinned to the board. The vibe is straightforward and practical – clean rooms, a buffet breakfast with decent pastries, and a courtyard where you can leave sandy shoes. It suits couples or small families who want a reliable base rather than resort amenities.
Chronicles of Follonica
Follonica grew from a malaria-ridden marsh into a planned town after the 1830s, when the Grand Duchy of Tuscany built the ironworks that powered its economy. The town's grid of tree-lined streets and the Palazzo Granducale – the old ironworks directors' palace – still anchor the centre. Modern Follonica is a straightforward seaside resort: long sandy beaches, pine-shaded promenades, and a working harbour where ferries leave for Elba. Its identity stays rooted in the lido culture of mid-century Italian holidays, with little pretension.
Best Time to Visit
Full Follonica guide →Best months
June and September: sea temperatures are already warm, the heat is tolerable, and the beaches are busy but not crammed. May is also good for cooler walking weather and fewer people on the sand.
Peak / festival surge
August is the peak: Italian ferragosto (15th) fills every hotel and beach club. Prices can double from June rates. The main driver is national holiday traffic and the town's proximity to the Piombino ferry for Elba.
Budget shoulder season
Late May and early October offer the best discounts – often 30-40% lower than August. The sea stays swimmable into early October, and you'll have the pinewood trails almost to yourself.
Weather & packing
Summer days are reliably hot (30-33°C) but coastal breezes can drop the temperature sharply by evening. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for after sunset even in June.
Live City Briefing — Follonica
- The Piombino-Follonica railway station now has direct summer services from Florence and Rome – check frequencies as they change year to year.
- A new bike-share scheme launched spring 2025 along the lungomare (seafront); pick up a bike at the central kiosk by Piazza Bovio.
- The town council has restricted parking in the central blue zones from 1 June to 30 September – your hotel may have a reserved spot, but ask ahead.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Follonica, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a first-floor room facing the interior courtyard. First floor means only one flight of stairs, and the courtyard side avoids the street noise from Via Bertani. Ground-floor rooms are easier to access but more exposed to noise from the street and downstairs areas; the higher floor gives a better noise buffer.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid second-floor rooms facing Via Bertani. Two flights of stairs with no lift is tiring for luggage or anyone with mobility issues, and those rooms get the worst road noise from the street below.
Best views
No significant view – Via Bertani is a residential street near the town centre, and the Follonica coastline is several blocks away. A courtyard view gives privacy and some greenery but no sea sight. For a view, you'd need a higher category hotel closer to the promenade.
Quietest floors
First floor only, provided you request the courtyard side. This is the quietest floor in a no-lift building because it balances noise isolation without excessive stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Bertani is a side street in central Follonica, so moderate traffic noise (cars, scooters, street conversation) during daytime and early evening. No bar or restaurant directly under the B&B, but the public car park 400m away is not a noise source. The single entrance step means guests entering/exiting make audible door sounds for ground-floor rooms.
Insider tips
1. For parking, head directly to 'Parcheggio Via Roma' (€12/24h) – it's a 5-minute walk and cheaper than hunting for street spots. 2. Request the courtyard side when booking; the front-facing rooms get noticeable road noise, especially in summer with open windows.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — B&B Follonica
Free WiFi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps; no login required, network key at check-in
No lift. Ground-floor rooms only available; first and second floors accessed by stairs only
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; the hotel keeps a few local Italian papers in the breakfast room
Check-in 15:00–20:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out possible until 12:00 for €20, subject to availability
Free luggage storage in a locked room next to reception, accessible until 18:00 daily
Step-free access via a single step at main door; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom adaptations
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park 'Parcheggio Via Roma' is 400 metres away, €12 per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night, applies to guests aged 12+ up to 7 nights
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required to confirm booking; €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Leopoldo (75 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: San Paolo della Croce (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Nostra Signora di Lourdes (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Santi Pietro e Paolo (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Commerciale Coop — 870 m · ~11 min walk
Parco della Rimembranza — 426 m · ~5 min walk
MAGMA — 299 m · ~4 min walk
Teatro Fonderia Leopolda — 349 m · ~4 min walk
Parco Ilaria Alpi — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 136 m · ~2 min walk
Dr. Max — 107 m · ~1 min walk
Taj Mahal — 100 m · ~1 min walk
Follonica — 592 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs at local banks in town give the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Follonica train station or tourist offices.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted in shops, supermarkets, and better restaurants; contactless is common for small payments, but some smaller bars and market stalls prefer cash.
Tipping is not expected but rounding up the bill or leaving a euro or two on the table is appreciated; no need to tip taxi drivers or hotel staff unless exceptional service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: about €1.10–€1.30.
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery or pizza al taglio: about €4–€6.
Pizza or pasta main at a casual trattoria: around €8–€12.
The main pedestrian street (Corso del Popolo) and the area near the market square have several kebab shops, fry stalls, and panini places; also look for the weekly street market (Wednesday morning) for fresh arancini and focaccia.
Supermarkets Conad, Coop, and Lidl all have branches in the 58022 area.
The weekly Wednesday market on Via Roma sells clothes, shoes, and household goods at low prices; for high-street brands, head to the strip along Viale Italia.
Walking is best for town centre; a single bus ticket (AT Livorno) costs €1.50 and covers up to 75 minutes; from Pisa or Florence airports, take the regional train to Follonica station (approx €10–€15) rather than a shuttle bus.
Buy lunch from a bakery or supermarket rather than a sit-down restaurant; check if your accommodation provides a free beach umbrella or discount card for local lidos; fill a water bottle at public fountains (fontanella) around town.
Good to know — Follonica
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Emergency Contacts
Follonica+39 800 560440 (Carabinieri information service)
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Follonica, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at B&B Follonica
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 136 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Dr. Max — 107 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Follonica station / town centre → Via Aurelia (stop closest to Azienda Agricola Il Martellino)
💡 The agriturismo is off the main road — bus stop 'Follonica Aurelia' is about 1.5 km walk. Better to combine with a phone call to the hotel; they sometimes offer a pick-up for guests if you warn them in advance.
Pisa Centrale station → Follonica station
💡 Buy tickets at the station or on the Trenitalia app before boarding — validation is mandatory or you'll face a fine. From Follonica station, it's a 10-minute taxi ride (around €15) to the agriturismo; buses are rare.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Azienda Agricola Il Martellino Agriturismo, Follonica
💡 Book through local taxi services like Taxi Follonica or use an app — drivers often meet you at arrivals with a name sign. Cash is preferred, but confirm in advance.
Piombino Marittima (port/ferry terminal) → Follonica (Piazzale della Stazione)
💡 Useful if you're arriving by ferry from Elba — buy tickets at the port newsstand or tobacco shop. That bus drops you near Follonica station, then taxi to the agriturismo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at B&B Follonica?
Request a first-floor room facing the interior courtyard. First floor means only one flight of stairs, and the courtyard side avoids the street noise from Via Bertani. Ground-floor rooms are easier to access but more exposed to noise from the street and downstairs areas; the higher floor gives a better noise buffer.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Follonica?
Avoid second-floor rooms facing Via Bertani. Two flights of stairs with no lift is tiring for luggage or anyone with mobility issues, and those rooms get the worst road noise from the street below.
Is B&B Follonica noisy?
Via Bertani is a side street in central Follonica, so moderate traffic noise (cars, scooters, street conversation) during daytime and early evening. No bar or restaurant directly under the B&B, but the public car park 400m away is not a noise source. The single entrance step means guests entering/exiting make audible door sounds for ground-floor rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Follonica?
No significant view – Via Bertani is a residential street near the town centre, and the Follonica coastline is several blocks away. A courtyard view gives privacy and some greenery but no sea sight. For a view, you'd need a higher category hotel closer to the promenade.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Follonica?
1. For parking, head directly to 'Parcheggio Via Roma' (€12/24h) – it's a 5-minute walk and cheaper than hunting for street spots. 2. Request the courtyard side when booking; the front-facing rooms get noticeable road noise, especially in summer with open windows.
What time is check-in at B&B Follonica?
Check-in at B&B Follonica is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Follonica have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps; no login required, network key at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Follonica?
€1.50 per person per night, applies to guests aged 12+ up to 7 nights
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Follonica?
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery or pizza al taglio: about €4–€6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B Follonica?
Walking is best for town centre; a single bus ticket (AT Livorno) costs €1.50 and covers up to 75 minutes; from Pisa or Florence airports, take the regional train to Follonica station (approx €10–€15) rather than a shuttle bus.
When is the best time to visit Follonica?
June and September: sea temperatures are already warm, the heat is tolerable, and the beaches are busy but not crammed. May is also good for cooler walking weather and fewer people on the sand.
Top Attractions in Follonica
💡 Come at sunset for the best light on the town hall facade. The gelato shop on the north corner makes a decent pistachio for 2.50 euros.
💡 Head to the stretch past Bagno Fiore, between the pier and the Torre Mozza road. It's quieter and the sand stays cleaner.
💡 Pop in around 17:00 on weekdays—the sacristan often unlocks the side chapel to show the 17th‑century reliquary locals call 'il tesoro'. No ticket needed.
💡 Rent a bike from the stand outside the tourist office on Via Roma. The main loop takes 45 minutes and ends at the Puntone beach snack bar.
💡 Go on the first Sunday of the month—entry is free then. Don't skip the short video in the back room about the old tuna fishery.