Charming Renaissance escape
A four-star gem located on Via de’ Cerretani in Florence’s historic centre, the B&B Hotel Firenze Laurus al Duomo is just a three-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo, home to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto’s Bell Tower. The Basilica of Santa Maria Novella is also just five minutes on foot, while the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are within a scenic 10-minute stroll.
Relax in spacious rooms with parquet floors, soft light-toned décor, and all the modern comforts you need, including air conditioning, free wi-fi, and flat-screen TVs. For an extra treat, head to the rooftop terrace, where you can enjoy spectacular views of Brunelleschi’s Dome.
Start your day with breakfast on the rooftop terrace, where the views of Florence are as delicious as the pastries. When it comes to lunch and dinner, the city’s culinary treasures are right on your doorstep. Stroll to cosy trattorias serving hearty bowls of pasta, tuck into a juicy Florentine steak at a family-run osteria or toast the evening with a glass of local Chianti at one of the city’s charming wine bars.
For stunning views, a prime location, and classic Italian comfort, B&B Hotel Firenze Laurus al Duomo is your ideal spot to immerse yourself in Florence’s beauty, culture, and cuisine.
Find out more about Florence
As one of Europe's most historically important cities, Florence hardly needs an introduction. This sunny and startlingly pretty city in central Italy is where the Renaissance is said to have been born, through the genius of the enquiring minds that lived and thrived here. Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Dante are just a few of the legendary names who called Tuscany's great capital home, and goodness, did they leave their marks on the city. Follow in the footsteps of Europe's most talented Renaissance men, treat your taste buds to hearty Tuscan treats and feast your eyes on more medieval art and architecture than you can handle on a holiday to Florence.
You can get a feel for the energy and turbulence of the city's past just by walking around its UNESCO-protected historic centre. At every turn, you'll find a magnificent building, an ancient square or a stunning bridge, each with a story to tell. There's simply no doubt about it, Florence is one of the world's most beautiful cities, a fact celebrated and reaffirmed by the masterpieces of art and sculpture that hang in its many high calibre museums.