Well placed and close to all the attractions and sights tourists want to see, this excellent four star hotel offers its visitors first class facilities. A great choice for tourists and business guests, this hotel has great business suites including a range of meeting rooms and a relaxed, casual lobby bar which is the perfect jumping off point for a night on the town or for a nightcap before bed. There is a 24 hour reception and concierge service as well as WiFi in all the public areas, a laundry service, safety deposit boxes, parking and a night porter service.
The guest bedrooms in this establishment are all designed with your comfort in mind and include air conditioning, a radio, a daily housekeeping service, an en suite bathroom, pay per view TV, a work desk with a high speed internet connection, a hairdryer, a well stocked mini bar, a safe and a wakeup call service.
Our top picks in the local area
For families
The Children’s Museum is located at the Palazzo Vecchio brings the Renaissance to life for kids with a host of interactive exhibits and family friendly tours.
For romance
Gustavino just off the Piazza della Signora regularly hosts wine tasting evenings with a sultry range of full bodied Tuscan wines including some classic Chianti. With over 800 wines to choose from, a date at this place will make your head spin in more ways than one!
For culture
The Sinagoga di Firenze e Museo ebraico was built in the 1800’s and is an intriguing and sacred religious place. The beautiful green cupploa or domed roof of this synagogue is its main standout feature but the whole building both inside and out is a real experience. To gain a full understanding of the history of the place, book onto one of the informative tours of this often overlooked building.
For shopping
The Santo Spirito Organic Market is a monthly offering which attracts artisan bakers, local producers, craft people and organic farmers from all around the region. Market stalls are stuffed to bursting with fresh fruits and vegetables, delectable baked goods, meats and cheeses, fragrant spices and handmade pots from the Tuscan countryside.
For eating out
All’Antico Vinaio is one of the best deli style sandwich shops in the whole of the city. Elevating the humble sandwich to something positively ambrosial, this gem of an eatery produces some very big, very mouth watering sandwiches with both traditional and contemporary tastes. Wine by the glass is also available as are a whole host of other drinks.
For nightlife
Be Bop is a cute and retro cocktail bar which is much loved by its loyal following. It plays host to a plethora of live music acts each night of the week but specialises in jazz, funk and fun cover bands. Probably the best place to head to in Florence for live music acts.
