Very hospitable, great location, safe and quiet with luxe amenities…read more I mean, a person can nitpick anything, right? There isn't much to find wrong here. From the amazing rooftop view to the staff who are all willing to engage and share recommendations and anticipate your needs, to the very good breakfast, it's all done nicely here. Very clean. Tastefully appointed, lots of open space to gather or isolate, I highly recommend it here. And i don't just rave about every place. I did slip out at 3am for a smoke. The clerk seemed annoyed about unlocking the front door and one of very few passers by was pretty sketchy. Back inside, the new security shift didn't recognize me and obviously observed me to make sure that I belonged, without being insulting or TOO conspicuous. Just enough to let me know that safety is a priority. Next door to the national library and so close to amazing restaurants, shopping, and sight seeing. Ok l, every trip has an ordeal. Ours was that the taxi app didn't help from the train station. So, it looked like a short walk. Let me tell you, with loaded backpacks, crowded sidewalks, and humidity, it was NOT a short walk. Get a cab!

Nice, nice, nice hotel located on the Arno River. All the amenities one could ask for by American…read morestandards. It is within walking distance to most major shopping areas, and most historic sites, including the Ponte Vecchio. A superb breakfast is included in a stay for about €300~ $ 340 pp nite. Service is excellent especially when Luca, a staff member , greeted us on a few occasions. Nice bar, nice dining room, and a very pretty lobby with a rooftop pool and bar. The view on the roof is beautiful.

Based on our internet research, we chose to stay at this hotel for 3 nights based on the location…read moreand the modern, clean decor. When we arrived, we were thrilled to see that the photos on the internet do not do this property justice. Spectacular hotel. The location really is fantastic and we would absolutely recommend this hotel. Truly central, quiet and in a wonderful part of Florence. We've stayed at many fabulous properties and the service at this boutique hotel ranks at the top with the best of them. The staff went out of their way to accommodate us in every way - the front desk staff was warm and friendly from the first moment, allowed early check in, researched various options for our day trip and arranged the rental car that was brought to the hotel and picked up at the end of our use (a huge convenience when unfamiliar and uncomfortable about driving in the middle of the chaotic Italian city driving). Because of the location of the hotel, we simply drove over the bridge to the other side of the river and we were off to the small towns of Tuscany. When we asked about their recommendation on our first day for a quick lunch, the doorman walked us to the restaurant. The breakfast was visually appealing and tasty, in the chic and warm library. Perfectly flaky croissants and a wide variety of interesting warm and cold breakfast choices, including honey presented in the honeycomb. The breakfast staff was professional and exceptionally attentive - for instance, when one of my daughters went up to the room not feeling well, the staff assembled an assortment of breakfast items beautifully and offered to take it to her in the room. Loved the quality materials, finishings and details in the hotel. The heated towel rack, fluffy towels and robes, the great closet and sleek armoire with all the organized space made our stay even more enjoyable. The only suggestion I have for the hotel is that the cleaning staff communicate to the management if something needs repair. In our two rooms (310 & 311), the tub drains didn't work properly and took forever to drain. In the triple room, it was less of a big deal since there was a separate shower, but in the twin room that had the combination shower tub, it wasn't pleasant standing in the dirty soapy water waiting. We didn't complain because we were there for three nights and didn't want to be inconvenienced with repair work or moving to a different room. Overall, I still rate it 5 stars because everything else was outstanding and we would stay here again. We checked out their other two sister properties and although they were beautiful, we like this hotel better. The Hotel Continental across the courtyard has a rooftop bar overlooking the Arno River and the Lungarno Hotel has a beautiful patio restaurant with gorgeous views of the Arno River, but we liked the modern style of this hotel better. Guests can choose to eat breakfast at the Lungarno Hotel instead (for a nominal supplemental charge). We chose to skip that option bc our hotel offered plenty of options in their breakfast and the convenience factor. Perhaps if our stay was longer, we would have tried it for variety and to eat outside next to the river. The other two hotels were beautiful but a little stuffier and more traditional in my opinion based upon a quick visit of those two hotels.

The hotel was a beautiful place upon our initial arrival, however when walking into the lobby, it…read morehad an overwhelming smell of raw sewage. We then go to our room on the 6th floor and it had a strong odor of mold. We went to the front desk and expressed our concerns. We were told they would look into the issue. No follow up what so ever, they just disregarded our concerns. We will be letting our travel agency know about our issues with this hotel, in hopes they do not book any other clients. Very disappointed!

A fabulous rooftop bar on the quieter side of the Arno. Some stunning views and the service, next…read morelevel! We were seated immediately for our reservation and promptly received olives & some crisps. The cocktail menu was all uniquely crafted by a master mixologist (who came out to serve us our drinks and how to best enjoy them!) Of course...we couldn't leave without a dessert! It was worth every bite! Profiteroles, tiramisu and cheesecake! Lovely evening!

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.

Our stay at Hotel David was truly exceptional from beginning to end. I wanted to specifically call…read moreout Marcella, our breakfast host, she was OUTSTANDING, thank you for the hospitality. The breakfast each morning was incredibly fresh, delicious, and plentiful, with a wonderful variety that made starting the day such a pleasure. The complimentary happy hour was equally impressive--they certainly did not skimp! Everything was generous, thoughtfully presented, and of excellent quality. Hotel David, we are grateful for the care and attention of the entire hotel staff. You could genuinely tell that everyone took pride in making sure every detail was just right and that guests felt welcomed and well cared for. The level of hospitality felt warm, personal, and sincere. Our room was absolutely breathtaking--we will be back to celebrate our special family milestones.

Hotel David is absolutely amazing and worth it ! The free parking, the happy hour, the delicious…read morebreakfast buffet, the ever helpful staff and cozy, cute rooms made our experience in Florence even better. If you needed anything, the staff is able to help. We will definitely be back.

Ponte Vecchio was a must see because that is the last name of my adopted mother in spirit, Aggie…read moreVecchio. The two of us found our way to the bridge where we could get great photos. I was glad this excursion made her happy. I'm definitely recommending. Besides I love Bridges!!

Truly Amazing. First of all, The staff is welcoming and friendly... your comfort is definitely…read moretheir priority. The rooms are comfortable, yet elegant at the same time. The spa is definitely a pleasure especially after a long day of exploring Florence all day long. This was our second stay here and they have only gotten better . Thank you Ponte Vecchio

Lovely hotel in the heart of Florence. This is a wonderfully appointed hotel. My husband and I are…read morestaying in one of the Deluxe Double Suites (newer section of hotel) and it's awesome. What an amazing blend of chic modern Italian decor in a historic building. The hotel is clean, the staff is friendly and our room is well insulated so we don't hear the hustle and bustle of Florence outside. The rooftop bar, Disopra is fantastic! Great views, fabulous cocktails and yummy food. I definitely recommend Hotel degli Orafi.

While preparing for a night out in Florence, I needed an iron to smooth out my trousers from two…read moredays in a suitcase. As none was in our room, we called the front desk at Hotel Degli Orafi to request one. Instead of the typical, "we'll send it right up," we were told they couldn't provide one for "security reasons." Bewildered at how lending a guest an iron could present a security issue, and knowing that even most mid-level hotels routinely provide irons in guest rooms, I decided I needed to speak face to face with front desk personnel to understand what this meant. Because as best I could surmise, the only "security" issues that could possibly arise from use of an iron are 1) that I might use it to bash or burn my girlfriend (she's far too lovely for that), or 2) I might steal it. Neither of which I had any plan to do, nor gave hotel staff any reason to suspect. When I presented these two scenarios to the front desk attendant, and asked what other security issue might be of concern, she said a guest might burn themself. Seriously?!? In other words, the security risk they sought to minimize was not that toward third parties I might attack with their iron, nor to the hotel itself, were I to steal it, but rather it was the risk to myself they were concerned about. Of all the lame excuses she could have contrived, that one deserved a double take! In 40 years of travels, having stayed in dozens of hotels on five continents, never have I heard an innkeeper express concern for a guest burning themself with an iron! While her explanation was the lowest point of my Hotel Degli Orafi experience, it wasn't the only low point. See photos.

After dinner and a walk we tried to go to the Sky Bar atop La Scaletta, but didn't have a…read morereservation. We spoke to Reception and secured one for 8:30 PM. A waiter brought us a complimentary "welcome drink" which, after one sip, I passed to one of my friends. I ordered a Prosecco. We enjoyed an hour, after which we were told we had to leave, most likely because we were not ordering food.. This was a beautiful spot with a lovely view and a breathtaking sunset, but the manager (I assume) was rude and unwelcoming, accusing us of coming on the wrong evening. Clearly, Reception had erred. We let it go and left. The 4 Stars are only for the location. Hospitality a fail. 50

We ate at the beautiful rooftop restaurant, Panorama, which offered some of the most spectacular…read moreviews of Florence. The food and drinks was fantastic, the service was great as well. We can't wait to go back one day.

I couldn't recommend this hotel enough! From the moment we entered I felt like I was coming home…read more Barbara and Emanuele are the perfect combination of charming and professional. They both went well out of their way to accommodate my companions and I, and made us feel truly welcome! The hotel itself is clean, tasteful and comfortable. The complimentary breakfast and snacks during cocktail hour were just as delicious as you would expect in Tuscany. Located in Santa Croce, hotel privilege is close enough to all of the tourist attractions to walk, while being far enough away to not be kept up all night by the hoards of drunk teenagers stumbling out of bars. Directly across from the hotel is the best part of the city: the oltrarno. Just across the bridge you can enjoy a more laid back artistic and culturally rich contemporary florence. It is the perfect location and the accommodation if you truly want a sense of what Florence had to offer. You will not regret your stay here. In fact, I am looking forward to my return and to the heartfelt reunion with Barbara and Emanuele who I now consider dear friends!

I stayed at this hotel during my stay in Florence and it was the perfect location! Within walking…read moredistance of restaurants, shopping and main attractions. Very comfortable and the management was absolutely fantastic! Emmanual was very helpful and super nice man and he made our stay memorable! I highly recommend this hotel! Can't wait to return!