Hotel Information: This hotel is set one block from Via Tornabuoni—the "Madison Avenue" of Florence (upmarket shops, cafes, and restaurants). Through crystal doors, a fireside lobby showcases antique furnishings and 16th-century paintings. The terra-cotta floor is topped with Asian rugs, and velvet sofas with brocade pillows complement leather high-back chairs, marble-topped end tables, and walnut bookcases. Long the retreat of the artistic rich, present clientele includes fashion designers and musicians; primarily vacationers.

Amenity highlights: A 19th-century bookcase houses a small library of books in English, Italian, French, and German. There is also a discreetly hidden video-library (every room is equipped with a video player and stereo system).

Insider tip: Across from the hotel, Palazzo Strozzi is the largest of Florence’s 15th-century palaces. Construction took 44 years, and the owner watched its construction from a small house on the square. At the main entrance, corner lamp brackets bear original (and rare) Renaissance ironwork designed by popular artisan of the time, Niccolo Grosso.

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Rooms

This hotel offers 67 guestrooms, individually styled with antique or antique-reproduction furnishings and decor including inlaid armoires, antique tables, antique rugs, silk wall coverings, and gossamer lace. Many accommodations feature chandeliers made of Venetian Murano glass, and others showcase stained glass windows. Carrara marble bathrooms have scales; some have phones. Additional amenities include video players, stereos, and in-room safes. Cell phone rental, computer rental, and in-room massage are available on request.

Room Amenities

• Cable/satellite TV
• VCR
• CD player
• Cassette player
• Premium bedding
• Climate control
• Soundproofed rooms
• Complimentary newspaper
• Air conditioning
• Blackout drapes/curtains
• Internet access - surcharge
• Internet access - dial-up
• Minibar
• Wake-up calls
• Housekeeping (daily)
• Turndown service
• Private bathroom

• Bathrobes
• Complimentary toiletries
• Hair dryer
• Massage - available in room
• Sewing kit
• Slippers
• Extra towels/bedding in room
• Handheld shower
• Bidet
• In-room safe
• Television
• Welcome amenities
• Desk
• Window opens
• Rollaway beds
• Cribs (infant beds) available
• Smoking rooms

Recreation

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

• Golfing nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Tennis nearby

• Aerobics nearby
• Bicycle rentals nearby
• Horse riding/rental nearby

Property Amenities

Originally built for 19th-century aristocrats, this hotel is set 200 meters from the Duomo, across from Palazzo Strozzi. It is also one block from Via Tornabuoni, one of Florence's most famous shopping streets. Guests have included artists and authors such as Giorgio De Chirico, Igor Stravinsky, and Luigi Pirandello.

Amenities include a small library of books available in English, Italian, French, and German. There is also a discreetly hidden video-library. The hotel offers concierge service, 24-hour room service, and secretarial services. Small (6-7 people) and medium-size meeting rooms (35 square meters) are also available.

• Technology helpdesk
• Concierge services
• Concierge desk
• Complimentary newspapers in lobby
• Use of nearby fitness center (complimentary)
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Room service (24 hours)
• Bar/lounge
• Restaurant(s) in hotel
• Parking nearby
• Limo or Town Car service available
• Banquet facilities
• Meeting rooms (small groups)
• Conference room(s)
• Event catering
• Audio-visual equipment
• Cell phone/mobile rental
• Secretarial services
• Business services
• Computer rental
• Internet access in public areas - dial-up

• Internet access in public areas - surcharge
• Safe-deposit box - front desk
• Multilingual staff
• 24-hour front desk
• Porter/bellhop
• Express check-out
• Doorman/doorwoman
• Security guard
• Number of rooms: 67
• Babysitting or child care
• Medical assistance available
• Currency exchange
• Tour assistance
• Dry cleaning service
• Library
• Shoe shine
• Fireplace in lobby
• Coffee in lobby
• Air-conditioned public areas
• Elevator/lift
• Wedding services
• Airport transportation (surcharge)

Policies

Extra person charges may apply depending on hotel policy.
Rollaways and cribs may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required upon check-in for incidental charges.
All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in.

• Pets not allowed
• Check-in time is 2 PM
• Check-out time is Noon

Dining

The Winter Garden - Restaurant with original stained-glass, conservatory-style roof. Rare “cotto” floor tiles from Southern Italy; mirrors on the walls. Adjoins Belle Epoque bar. Artists such as De Chirico and Boccioni used to meet here to discuss the Avant Garde. Fine Italian cuisine includes some Tuscan specialties. À la carte dining offered. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served. Afternoon tea is also offered (pastries).

Address

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Via Dei Pescioni 2

Florence, FI 50123

Italy

Nearest major airport:

Florence, Italy (FLR-Peretola)

Area:

Duomo, Florence, Italy