The view is nice from their rooftop bar,, but my experience was really upsetting. The waitress took…read moreforever to even come by, and when I decided to leave, she confronted me harshly about a picture I had taken on my phone. I wasn't even given a chance to read the paper about "no photos", instead she pressured me to go through my phone and delete the photo, even from my "recently deleted" album, while giving me a nasty attitude. I decided to comply because I didn't want any issues, but I'm writing this review so others are aware. It was completely unnecessary the way she went about it, and it ruined what should have been a nice experience.

Lovely rooftop bar in the hotel with a view of Duomo. Apparently the review needs 85 characters but…read moreI think I summed it up succinctly.

A well deserved 5 star rating. Classic Old World charm and elegance updated with impeccable service…read moreand quality. From afternoon tea in the lobby to drinks on the terrace during the Golden Hour this is a must splurge. Come dressed well and enjoy.

Exceptional hotel. The entire staff and Concierge team are some of the best I have seen in my…read moretravels. Food was great, rooftop bar newly renovated, rooms were clean, well appointed and spacious. Only wish was to have more English speaking TV channels when it came to winding down at night. Situated along the Arno River was within walking distance to anything you needed or wanted for your stay in Italy. Fun fact - Napoleon's sister Carolina Boneparte once owned and resided at the hotel and is buried in the Church across the street. Not to worry the ceilings were very tall! Hehe.

Great service! We were picked up at the car rental drop off at the Bologna airport and delivered to…read moreour rental swiftly and smoothly. Our driver was exceptionally helpful, carrying some of our luggage to our apartment as the street was car free on weekends, so we had a short walk. Pick up at 3am a few days later was easy and prompt. Communication was maintained easily and the early morning drive to the airport was great. A top notch company that we will use again.

Book this company! Giacomo was great to work with. When our driver canceled 1 hour before, I called…read moreand he got me driver. Thank you for saving our trip!

Walked by this shop while on tour! Saw a coat and needed to stop and get it!…read more Beautiful soft ivory coat with a brown collar and tie! Very chic and unique! Then i saw a matching handbag to complement coat! Found a bigger black tote one which is very similar to a Longchamp bag! Carlo is very nice and friendly, I told him what i wanted and he delivered. He never was pushy which i like! I paid in cash/Euros so even a better discount! He had a Rick Stevens book that recommended his shop!

Our badia in Florence was close to, and on the same road, as this wonderful museum. With all the…read morewonderful sights of this city it is very easy to forget this philosopher and poet Durante degli Alighieri, known as Dante. Beautiful illustrations abound within those walls, depicting his Divine Comedy. His authentically replicated bedroom with its spartial furniture. Well worth an hour or two wandering.

For 5 euros, you can check out the House of Dante Alighieri. If you've ever read Dante's Inferno,…read morethat's the Dante I'm referring to. There are some medieval items up on display in what was touted as the writer's former home. There's a bed and a slew of artifacts. There are some posters explaining the 9 circles of hell, purgatory, and paradise on the wall. For the most part, we were happy to have something to do on New Year's Day when most of Florence was still recovering from the night before. It wasn't the best curated museum I've been to but it's probably isn't the worst either. For the price, it's ok. Go if you're a true fan. Otherwise, you can skip it.