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Florence Tuscany Italy

Grand Hotel Baglioni

3,359 reviews
  • Restaurant and bar with stunning city views
  • Central location and close to sights and transport links

Luxurious hotel steeped in history

It’s no surprise that the Grand Hotel Baglioni has seen more than its fair share of movie stars pass through its doors. With its grand interiors and impeccable service, it’s a seriously classy establishment. Add to that its location right in the centre of Florence, and you’re looking at an unbeatable stay.

Prepare to be wowed when you set foot on the hotel’s showstopper of a roof terrace, where you’ll get incredible views of the city’s gorgeous architecture. You’ll find the restaurant and bar up there, too. Just as with everything else at this hotel, the cuisine is served with a touch of class. Try the linguine with smoked cheese fondue, or the baked rack of lamb – or both!

The palatial rooms are exquisitely decorated with dark parquet floors, wooden furnishings, brass lamps and velvet drapes. They might look historical but they still come with all modern comforts, including Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a television. Best of all, the contents of the minbar are included – so get stuck in!

What Grand Hotel Baglioni has to offer

    The Medici Chapels

    Part of Florence's San Lorenzo church, these chapels are a magnificent testament to the Medici family's power and artistic patronage during the Renaissance. Built in the 16th and 17th centuries, they feature the opulent New Sacristy, designed by Michelangelo, showcasing his sculptures 'Dawn,' 'Dusk,' 'Day,' and 'Night.' Located less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel, it’s a fantastic opportunity to see the work of one of art's greatest masters.

    Florence Cathedral

    The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is an iconic masterpiece of Italian Gothic architecture that looms over the city, and it’s just a five-minute walk from the hotel. Renowned for its magnificent red-tiled dome, engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi, it took over 140 years to build. The cathedral’s exterior is adorned with a mesmerising mix of pink, white, and green marble, which embodies the opulence of the Renaissance era. Inside, you’ll find exquisite artworks, including frescoes and stained glass, that attract millions of visitors each year.

    Food & drink

    Tuscan food is some of the best in Italy and you’ll be spoilt for choice during your stay – Florence is packed with family-run trattorias, pizzerias and high-end ristorantes. The food is known for its flavour and simplicity, and is made using seasonal produce from the surrounding region. The city’s most famous dish is the enormous florentine steak, but for the more adventurous there’s trippa alla fiorentina – tripe with tomato sauce and vegetables. A delicacy not for the faint of heart!

    Facilities

    Food & Drink

    • Rooftop bar
    • Restaurant
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    Sports & Health

    • Massage
    • Sauna
    Use of these facilities may attract additional charges. All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, and dress code.

    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. 

     

    Piazza Dell Unita Italiana 6, Florence, 50123, Italy

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