Hotel Rivoli

This hotel is well located on Via della Scala leading into the historical centre of Florence. Stay here and you're around a five-minute stroll from the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, while Strozzi Palace and the incredible Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are just a 10-minute wander from the hotel.

When you’ve explored the historic streets of Florence, come back to this four-star boutique hotel, where all the rooms offer contemporary comforts mixed with mediaeval details. Expect air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a flatscreen TV, and an en-suite marble-clad bathroom. Some of the rooms overlook the 14th century internal cloister, while others have private terraces so you can enjoy a drink al fresco.

If you’re looking for ultimate relaxation, head to the hotel’s spa which opens out onto a Franciscan patio. Rejuvenate your body and mind, surrounded by flower-filled terraces in the inner courtyard, and take a dip in the outside hydromassage pool, which is open all year round. When you’ve worked up an appetite, you can fuel up at the hotel’s restaurant, which serves typically Tuscan fare in an intimate and ornate setting.