Punta Ala
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Latest page update: 24 May 2025
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By: Dion Protani
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Where to Stay
Where to Stay in Punta Ala
Punta Ala features a selection of well-established, high-quality hotels, reflecting its reputation as one of Tuscany’s most exclusive coastal destinations. Accommodation here focuses on comfort, privacy and direct access to the beach, with most properties earning excellent reviews for facilities, service and setting.
Baglioni Resort Alleluja is a standout choice, offering elegant suites surrounded by gardens with a private beach, pool, restaurant and golf access, praised for its refined atmosphere and attention to detail (€€€€). Golf Hotel Punta Ala provides extensive facilities including a wellness centre, outdoor pool and private beach club, appreciated for its comfort, spacious rooms and professional service (€€€). Another highly rated option is Hotel Cala del Porto, a luxury seafront property with panoramic terraces overlooking the marina, known for its fine dining, exceptional service and scenic views (€€€€).
Baglioni Resort Alleluja is a standout choice, offering elegant suites surrounded by gardens with a private beach, pool, restaurant and golf access, praised for its refined atmosphere and attention to detail (€€€€). Golf Hotel Punta Ala provides extensive facilities including a wellness centre, outdoor pool and private beach club, appreciated for its comfort, spacious rooms and professional service (€€€). Another highly rated option is Hotel Cala del Porto, a luxury seafront property with panoramic terraces overlooking the marina, known for its fine dining, exceptional service and scenic views (€€€€).
Where is
Where is Punta Ala?
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The beach resort of Punta Ala is situated in the Province of Grosseto, on the Ligurian Sea. It's officially part of the Comune of Castiglione della Pescaia, which is around 21 kilometres away.
Places of interest nearby include Le Rocchette, Follonica, Grosseto and Montemassi while Pisa Airport is 131 kilometres away and reachable by car in an hour and 29 minutes. |
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Punta Ala - frazione di Castiglione della Pescaia
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Comune: Castiglione della Pescaia
Province: Grosseto Region: Tuscany By car: Pisa Airport - 1 hour 29 minutes (131 km) Close by: Le Rocchette, Follonica, Grosseto, Montemassi Recommended accommodation: Arli Hotel Hideaway Punta Ala |
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Punta Ala is a coastal resort in Tuscany, located on a promontory along the Tyrrhenian Sea between Castiglione della Pescaia and Follonica. Surrounded by pine forests and Mediterranean scrub, it combines beaches, coves and marina facilities with views towards the Isola d’Elba and the Tuscan Archipelago. The area is noted for its wide sandy shores and sheltered bays, bordered by wooded hills that form part of the northern Maremma coastline.
The Marina di Punta Ala is one of the most modern ports in Tuscany, hosting yachts and sailing regattas throughout the year. Inland, the Punta Ala Golf Club and walking routes through the Poggio del Barbiere hills highlight the area’s focus on outdoor leisure. Remnants of the Torre Hidalgo, a coastal watchtower, recall the region’s past defences. Punta Ala is linked by scenic coastal roads to Castiglione della Pescaia, Scarlino, and the resorts further north along the Maremma coast.
The Marina di Punta Ala is one of the most modern ports in Tuscany, hosting yachts and sailing regattas throughout the year. Inland, the Punta Ala Golf Club and walking routes through the Poggio del Barbiere hills highlight the area’s focus on outdoor leisure. Remnants of the Torre Hidalgo, a coastal watchtower, recall the region’s past defences. Punta Ala is linked by scenic coastal roads to Castiglione della Pescaia, Scarlino, and the resorts further north along the Maremma coast.
Things to Do
Things to Do in Punta Ala
- Spiaggia di Punta Ala is a long, sandy beach with calm, shallow waters backed by pine woods and low dunes. It stretches along the bay and is partly equipped with beach clubs, while other sections remain free. The beach is ideal for families, offering space for swimming, sunbathing, and beach sports.
- Marina di Punta Ala is a modern harbour known for its elegant atmosphere and sailing activity, home to luxury yachts and international regattas. The marina features restaurants, boutiques, and evening promenades along the quay. It also serves as a departure point for boat rentals and excursions.
- Torre Hidalgo is a coastal watchtower dating back to the 16th century, built to defend the coast from pirate raids. It stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the sea, surrounded by Mediterranean scrub. Though not open to the public, it can be admired from nearby trails and beaches.
- Punta Ala Golf Club is one of the oldest and most scenic golf courses in Tuscany, located in a wooded area with sea views. The 18-hole course is known for its varied terrain and natural setting. It offers a clubhouse, training areas, and rental facilities for visitors.
- Guided sailing experience along the coast departs from the marina and includes lessons or excursions aboard small sailboats or larger yachts. Tours explore the coastline between Punta Ala and Castiglione della Pescaia. Options vary from short outings to full-day trips with swimming stops and refreshments.
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Punta Ala Tours and Activities
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How to Get to [Place Name]
How to Get to Punta Ala
By Rail: Punta Ala does not have its own railway station. The nearest stations are in Follonica (about 20 kilometres away) and Grosseto (around 45 kilometres away), both on the Pisa–Grosseto–Rome line operated by Trenitalia. Trains connect Follonica to Pisa in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes and to Grosseto in about 35 minutes. From either station, Punta Ala can be reached by car, taxi, or local bus along the SP158 coastal road.
By Road: The town is located on the Tuscan coast between Follonica and Castiglione della Pescaia. From Grosseto, the distance is about 45 kilometres, with a driving time of around 45 minutes via the SS1 motorway and SP158 road. From Pisa, the journey is roughly 115 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes, while from Florence it is approximately 160 kilometres, with a drive of just over 2 hours. Parking is available near the marina, beaches, and local resorts.
Nearest International Airports:
By Road: The town is located on the Tuscan coast between Follonica and Castiglione della Pescaia. From Grosseto, the distance is about 45 kilometres, with a driving time of around 45 minutes via the SS1 motorway and SP158 road. From Pisa, the journey is roughly 115 kilometres and takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes, while from Florence it is approximately 160 kilometres, with a drive of just over 2 hours. Parking is available near the marina, beaches, and local resorts.
Nearest International Airports:
- Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport: Located about 120 kilometres from Punta Ala, with a driving time of around 1 hour and 45 minutes. It offers numerous European and seasonal intercontinental connections.
- Florence Peretola Airport: Approximately 165 kilometres away, the journey takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. It provides domestic and European routes.
- Rome Fiumicino Airport: Roughly 210 kilometres from Punta Ala, with a driving time of about 2 hours and 40 minutes. It serves a wide range of international and national destinations.
Private Transfers
Punta Ala Private Transfers
A private transfer offers a reliable and comfortable way to reach Punta Ala or continue your journey to other destinations along the Tuscan coast and beyond. You’ll be collected from your chosen location and taken directly to your destination by a professional driver, avoiding the need to organise public transport or drive through unfamiliar coastal routes.
From Punta Ala, transfers can connect you with Pisa International Airport and Florence Airport, while longer routes are available to Rome Fiumicino Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. They are also ideal for shorter journeys to nearby places such as Follonica, Castiglione della Pescaia, and Grosseto, or for travelling further across the Maremma region and central Tuscany.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
From Punta Ala, transfers can connect you with Pisa International Airport and Florence Airport, while longer routes are available to Rome Fiumicino Airport and Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport. They are also ideal for shorter journeys to nearby places such as Follonica, Castiglione della Pescaia, and Grosseto, or for travelling further across the Maremma region and central Tuscany.
To request a quote or check availability for a private transfer, just fill out the short form below and we’ll get back to you with all the details.
