A stylish city pad
Set in Florence’s Belfiore district, this hotel gives you a fresh, modern base for seeing the city with a little extra edge. You’re well placed for hopping into the historic centre, with Florence’s cathedral, galleries and grand old streets all within easy reach, but the neighbourhood itself has a more contemporary, lived-in feel that makes the whole stay feel a bit more local. It’s the kind of place where museum mornings can turn into rooftop evenings without much effort.
Back at the hotel, the vibe’s sociable, design-led and full of energy. The big headline act is the rooftop, home to the city’s largest panoramic rooftop garden, a seasonal 50-metre pool and plenty of space for lounging, sunset-spotting and generally feeling quite pleased with yourself. There’s also a 24-hour gym, coworking areas, regular events and workshops, so it’s got more going on than your average city hotel.
Food-wise, you’re nicely sorted. There’s all-day dining on site, plus the rooftop bar for shared plates, apericena-style bites and cocktails with a Florence skyline backdrop. The wider area adds even more cafés and restaurants once you head out. All in all, this hotel’s a smart shout for a Florence break with rooftop swagger, a sociable atmosphere and a slightly different take on the city.
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.