Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection
The rolling hills of Tuscany, the idyllic charm of hidden gems like Porto Ercole and Capalbio, the pristine beaches of the Silver Coast, and the untouched beauty of reserves like Duna Feniglia and Maremma Nature Park.
The mere sound of these wonderful destinations can give you the feeling of being transported across the ocean to the greatness that is Italy. And while any unforgettable trip to this great country will undoubtedly include stops at iconic historic venues, we are here to plant the seed of an idea that we know will make for an unforgettable adventure: taking a golf trip to Italy.Â
When it comes to finding the perfect home base for your Italian golf adventure, you need look no further than Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection. Located on an incredible piece of land that resides between the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea and the rolling hills of Tuscany about a 90-minute drive to the northeast of the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport in Rome, this resort offers a stunning setting for your next golf vacation.
Designed to put you into a relaxed, serene environment that focuses on regeneration and an eco-friendly experience, your stay here focuses on restoring your body, mind, and spirit into your best self all while bringing a positive impact to Mother Earth. The property is surrounded by cork-oak woods and centuries-old olive trees, and the natural setting serves as a sanctuary for local wildlife such as hares, deer, wild boars, and various bird species further creating the serene ambiance that encapsulates your stay here.
Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection
The golf
Of course, you are reading this story because you want to find out about great golf experiences and Argentario Golf Club delivers an exceptional experience during your stay. The course is the only PGA licensed golf facility in Italy, and the DP World Tour has recognized the excellence of the layout here as they have been selected to be the host of the 2025 Italian Open on June 26-29.
The par-71 layout tips out at just under 6,900 yards so while length certainly helps here off the tee, you’ll quickly find that accuracy here as just as vital to putting up a score here as the course is known for its small, well-protected greens. The course is riddled with strategic bunkering so course management is vital throughout your round, and the combination of large bunkers and pot bunkers along with multiple water hazards will place a premium on accuracy throughout your round. As you can imagine with its coastal location, wind can be a factor here so finding these tricky greens will test every bit of your game.
The first few holes of the day greet you immediately with spectacular views, and many golfers find that the back-nine softens up a little, so you’ll have some great opportunities for scoring as you finish your round.
The variety of holes is noticeable. We love how the round includes difficult short par-3s such as the 2nd and 5th holes that utilize angled greens and bunkers to play games with your mind off the tee. This is combined with a collection of par 4s and 5s that vary in length and protection, and you’ll notice that many of the holes are protected by massive trees that even guard the center of the fairway such as on the 18th hole. Once again, the setting here is just as much of a star of the show as the course as the stunning water views as well as holes that play along nearby olive trees creates a unique experience that is authentic to the Tuscan countryside.
Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection
The resort and experience
Your time off the course has been built to reinvigorate your senses all while embracing the natural spirit of the destination. A must for any guest to enjoy is take in a sunset on the terrace of the clubhouse. This includes enjoying the Olio Extra Virgin Olive Oil that is produced by the team here and comes directly from the olive trees that surround the golf course. You and your group can enjoy this amazing olive oil drizzled over a crisp toasted Tuscan bread known as fettunta all while enjoying the majesty of the views from the clubhouse terrace. Talk about a unique experience!
This is only available to Marriott Bonvoy members as the resort was selected by Marriott International to become a part of exclusive Autograph Collection of Hotels in 2024. The Autograph Collection is a dynamic portfolio of independent hotels selected by Marriott for their individuality, inherent craft, and distinctive perspectives on design. This property has that in spades, and when you combine the fact that they are a local pioneer in sustainability, their focused approach to blending contemporary design with the surrounding pristine nature, the warm hospitality, and the authentic experiences available here, it’s easy to see how they earned this prestigious honor.
Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection is set up to get you outdoors to enjoy the beauty of this area, and that includes a myriad of activities such as enjoying their exclusive partner beach club experience, chartering a boat to enjoy the nearby waters, taking a hike, renting an e-cart or an e-bike to explore the area, enjoying a cooking class with the resort’s executive chef, horseback riding, and so much more.  There is also so much to see and enjoy in the Maremma Tuscany region including art and shopping tours, and the resort’s team can also help you set up tours to nearby famous cities such as Rome, Pisa, Florence, and Siena.
Another highlight of the resort that guests love to rave about is the Espace Wellness Center. With a focus on emotional, mental, and physical well-being all while keeping the resort’s motto of sustainability at the forefront, the Espace Wellness Center includes a world-class MediSpa, fitness center, a heated indoor swimming pool, Turkish bath, and a beauty and hair salon. Just outside of the spa, you can enjoy two outdoor pools, paddleball and tennis course, a small soccer (or football to the locals) pitch, and two jogging trails to name a few of the activities. It makes for the perfect wellness sanctuary to base your Italian vacation around.
Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection
Recommendation
Italy is quickly rising up the rankings of a must-visit golf destination in Europe. In addition to the wonderful golf experience that Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection has to offer, a stay here can also include a round at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club that recently hosted the 2023 Ryder Cup. It’s under 2 hours away from the resort, and sliding over for a day here is very easy to add into your itinerary.
Argentario Golf & Wellness Resort, Autograph Collection is special. It creates a setting for a golf trip unlike anything you will find in North America, and you’ll enjoy your time here off the course as much as you will on the incredible championship layout. The resort has some incredible offers that you can find here that are priced quite well considering the level of the experience here, and Marriott Bonvoy members should also consider cashing in some of their points to stay here as we found that they go a long way at the resort compared to other destinations.
Overall, there is so much to see and do onsite so be sure to extend the length of your stay as much as possible to enjoy all that this incredible resort has to offer.Â