The Loggia Rooftop Bar at Palazzo Guadagni might be my favorite place to get a drink in Florence…read more It was our first stop for aperitivo and I'm still thinking about how it was the perfect start to a great trip. A fairytale-like experience, with gorgeous views of Santo Spirito and the terracotta-tiled rooftops. It's a little expensive, but what you'd expect at a hotel rooftop bar and I feel it's worth the splurge. There's a full cocktail menu, including various spritzes and wines, so have at it. I prefer sticking to a spritz or wine (in general) in Italy and of course their Aperol Spritz is on point. They'll serve you little snacky snacks like olives, chips and taralli, which I appreciate (and wish the majority of places in the states did this, but I find that only the most pricey hotel bars give you snacks. Don't you think snacks are crucial when drinking?) Heating lamps in chillier weather allow for you to enjoy the experience practically all year long. Note: they can accommodate groups of 4-6 on the couches that line the interior of the terrace, but if you're a table of 2, you get to be right at the best viewpoint. The crowd is as touristy as you'd expect and on my last visit, I found it leaning towards folks in their 20s (I sure as hell wasn't drinking in bars like this when I was in my 20s). Service is prompt and slightly formal, if not the warmest you'll experience in town. And as you'd expect, you're welcome to stay for a while, taking in the sunset or evening as you like, an idyllic way to get your night started.

Booked a reservation at Loggia Rooftop Bar at Palazzo Guadagni weeks in advance and was so happy I…read moredid. This place was excellent - great cocktails (and snacks), great views, and good service. Recommend to everyone looking for an aperitif / appertivo on the other side of the river.

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.

We stayed at Hotel Spadai and had a wonderful check-in experience. The staff was friendly and…read moreaccommodating. When we got to our room, we loved the view overlooking the street, just one block from the Florence Cathedral. The room was very comfortable, especially after arriving in the rain. As we explored the city, we spoke with Noemi at check-in and asked about the spa services they offered. She was a good listener and helped decide on a package. We looked through the brochure, and she recommended booking in advance to ensure availability. We decided on the €295 couples package, which included a couples massage 30 min/each. The private spa would be booked for two hours total. We booked it for the following day, and she informed us that cancellations were not allowed within 24 hours. Not only was the hotel stay excellent and the service top-tier, but the spa experience was on another level of luxury. We were escorted to a private spa area that included a jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, bathroom, shower, robe and slippers. The massage therapists each gave us a relaxing 30-minute massage. Snacks, berries, and wine were also included. We chose to have them delivered to our room afterwards but you can have it during your spa allotted time. I must say, for any special occasion, this experience is absolutely worth it! Besides the comfortable room and friendly staff, the spa treatment was hands down the highlight of our stay. I can say with certainty that when I return to Florence, I wouldn't be able to stay anywhere else.

Excellent hotel, 150 yards from the Duomo. One of the nicest hotels we have ever stayed at. Staff…read moreis fantastic, super friendly and everyone had a least a little English, at least enough to communicate. Best bed linens to be found, we had great nights rest every day. The included breakfast was also outstanding. We enjoyed a Spa appointment, wish we could have included a massage, but that was not available. Steam shower and sauna were great to rejuvenate after 8 miles of walking in Florence. We will be back again.

So many good things about this hotel. Great location, close to all the historic sights, close to a…read moregarage if driving in with reasonable prices. Staff is very friendly, helpful, and spoke English. Rooms are astounding, tasteful modern upgrades that work with the historic surroundings. Attention to detail in the decor is very evident. Beautiful 15th century original frescos in the rooms add another level above other hotels to this place. Not everyday you can stay in a historic palace! This place emanates old world luxury and grandeur. Two major negatives which prevent me from giving 5 stars: Wifi signal can be rather weak in some rooms since the routers seem mostly to be in the lobby. If each room had a access point with good wifi, that would be a big plus and frankly should be not an issue given the price. Second, the name can cause confusion when attempting to locate. If you type in Palazzo Guicciardini, you get no less than 3 separate locations on google maps. Apparently there is also another Palazzo Guicciardini near Via de Guicciardini which is NOT this hotel. Also there is a garden of Palazzo Guicciardini nearby but not exactly the right location. Make sure to check the correct access on Booking.com.

This is a great hotel experience in Florence. Palazzo Guicciardini is the former home of an Italian…read morenoble family and each room has frescoes on the walls and ceiling. The entire home was purchased last year and renovated into a hotel. If you can stay here, especially if you can get a good rate from an online site such as booking.com, then do it. The staff is very friendly and attentive. This is also a very quiet hotel, with no street noise, something that you'll appreciate in Florence, especially if you have jet lag. The hotel is located on very quiet via Santo Spirito, just across the river. This might be a hike if you arrive by train or bus, but the location is perfect. First, south of the river is by far less touristy; you have more of a chance of eating with the locals. You can very easily get a good, reasonable meal at nearby Piazza Santo Spirito. Second,you can easily enter and leave "downtown" Florence each day across the nearby Ponte Vecchio. The Uffizi and other sites are just a short walk away. After I checked out, they were very glad to hold my bag for the day. When I returned in the evening to pick it up, they were quick to offer coffee if I wanted it, use of a rest room, etc. They are just that friendly.

Wow wow wow! We are on a plane leaving Florence and I already miss Hotel David. Let me start by…read morekeeping this direct and to the point, if you are looking for a reason to book- BOOK! Trust me- you will not regret it. We have stayed in many hotels, and they definitely made their way to the top in hospitality! From the moment we arrived, we were kindly greeted and informed about the many offerings the hotel shares with its guests, perks like: free happy hour, assortment of beverages, complimentary breakfast etc. The atmosphere is relaxed, it's like you've stepped into a relaxed environment amongst the hustle and bustle of Florence. Oh and the rooms! Each immaculately designed. Truthfully, Hotel David had the most comfortable beds out of our entire stay in Italy! It was so nice to sleep well. Lastly, I want to shout out the staff- the people who worked here were so kind and welcoming and I truly appreciate their warmth! Next time we stay in Florence, this is where we'll be! Grazie mille Hotel David!

One night stay in Florence. Just south of the Arno. Great happy hour and breakfast buffet. Great…read morelocation for touristing thru the city. Old school charm with modern conveniences. Good sized bathroom. Nicely appointed room and good AC.

Lovely hotel with great staff. Just a short distance from SO many historic and beautiful sites…read more Right along the water as well. I was surprised at hat how many awesome places were so close to this hotel. I took a taxi once and realized it wasn't necessary. The breakfast spread provided was absolutely delicious. Will only stay here when I'm in Florence.

We stayed 3 nights at Hotel Berchielli in June of 2024. The location was fabulous. We had a clear…read moreview of the Ponte Vecchio from our room. If you are into photography, its a great place to photograph this historic landmark under different lighting as the evening turns to night. The location was very central and the staff very helpful and friendly. There was one incident in particular that impressed me. I arrived in the morning well before check-in time and asked to store my luggage at the hotel and do a quick trip to the leaning tower of Pisa before checking in. I took my luggage to the storage room with the help of the porter and in my hurry, had accidently left a little case with all of our passports and more than 2,000 Euros in cash on one of the shelfs. The highly professional and conscientious porter found it and turned it over to the front desk. What honesty!! The staff was extremely accommodating, including the general manager who took the time to personally make himself available when requested by me. Five stars? I would give this place 10.

We stopped here to take a look a few times at different parts of the day. It beautiful architecture…read morecan be enjoyed at any time. Best times are obviously sunrise and sunset. Not far from the Duomo or the statue of David if you are walking. Just be cautious of anyone walking up to you to try and tell you little trinkets. They speak many languages so saying no parlo Italiano doesn't always work.

The high-end shops are exquisite. Silver, jewelry, leather goods, silver & beautiful ornate…read morecraftsman pieces that are unique & very special. The gold, diamonds & gems glitter in the windows. Fifteen years ago I purchased a Beautiful bracelet that I still enjoy as well as leather and gold gifts here.

Amazing experience. We've stayed at many other Marriott properties: the JW, the Ritz etc but this…read moretakes the cake. Paco in the front was so nice and helpful. He set up such a nice dinner at the river for us. Rebecca our lovely butler was so kind and efficient. It made our stay luxurious and memorable. Will be planning our travels around the St. Regis locations. Can't express how grateful we are for the hospitality and the beautiful historic property. The location was so close to the Plaza Repubblica. It was really hot this summer but otherwise everything would've been super walkable. Great for kids and families as well. The breakfast had something for everyone. Just come and experience it for yourself. Ciao ciao.

We were on a Tauck tour of Florence and they booked us at this hotel for two nights. It was…read morefabulous. The lobby is beautiful. All staff members were very friendly and accommodating. The rooms are beautiful as well as comfortable. The breakfast buffet had so many good looking and tasting items on it. We also had a group lunch our first day there and the food and desserts provided were great, especially the spinach and ricotta ravioli and the cheesecake.

Would you spend the night in what used to be a women's prison in the 12th century?…read more The Pagliazza Tower is the oldest building in Florence. It was built in the 6th century AD by the Byzantines as part of the "newer" city walls to augment the older Roman ones and protect the city during the Gothic War. The circular shape, which was rare in the Middle Ages, reflects ancient Roman building techniques. The tower rests on a circular wall that surrounded a swimming pool or Roman thermal bath. In the basement there is a calidarium, with brick floor channels for heat, which would have been used for steam baths. According to our guide, Roberta, it was used as a women's prison in the 12th century. Pagliazza references the straw mat bedding upon which the inmates slept. Later on, it was converted into the bell tower of a church. Eventually it was acquired as a private residence. Today it is home to a luxury hotel with a small museum and restaurants. The museum showcases artifacts from excavations dating back to the Roman and medieval times. Although we didn't stay here, the history of the Pagliazza Tower is very interesting.

"It's not where you live, it's how you live,"…read more It's nestled in the heart of Florence with rooms with a view of the Duomo - Duomo (English: /dwomo/, Italian: [dwmo]) is an Italian term for a church with the features of, or having been built to serve as a cathedral, whether or not it currently plays this role. Checking in was easy with an accommodating staff. The rooms are nice, but not fabulous, The elevator system confuses everyone! The breakfast (complementary for us) was quite good. While the location is fabulous and the staff quite nice, I expected a slightly nicer room for the price, but as they say, location, location, location.

We stayed at this beautiful hotel while recently visiting Florence. One of the best things about…read morestaying here is its location, it's near everywhere you'd like to go. Florence is a great walking city and from this hotel, we walked to all the main sites. Our room was large with a comfortable bed and a large screen TV. Everything was very clean. We received full breakfasts which were excellent with lots of choices on the buffet. Great stay and definitely recommend if you're visiting Florence!

This review is for their restaurant. I guess Italy is the only place where I LOVED a meal at a…read morehotel. And the funny thing is we really just stumbled upon this amazing place. We were starving, it was rainy and just got off the train from Rome so we even had our luggage. The service was impeccable, they took care of our coats and luggage right away and seated us. The restaurant was peaceful and gorgeous. I still remember thinking "oh awkward we are underdressed for this!" I usually don't get impressed by decors of restaurants but the color and the elements and the layout of the restaurant somehow just gave me the relaxation I needed. We loved our entire experience but the highlight was the food. Every single dish was beautifully prepared and so so delicious. We fell in love with truffle here. And don't think we have had truffle that blew our mind elsewhere after (including Michelin two and three stars). I can taste the chefs mastery of the ingredients. No dish was overly complicated but each ingredient and sauce just complemented each other perfectly. You feel like you are in the forest where the food comes from. It's one of the meals I remember the most vividly, even after 4 years. Even on our culinary journey throughout Italy, this was a clear highlight. My only regret is we didn't purchase the truffle products here. I highly recommend this restaurant!