A palatial five-star set in a restored Renaissance palazzo and a vast private garden, the largest in central Florence.
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The verdict
Worth the stay for…
Great for
If you've only got a day
Couples
Solo travellers
Photographers
Anyone here to unwind
Romantics
Depends
Travellers on a budget
Families with kids
Nature lovers
History & culture buffs
Not for
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Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.
The location trade-off
What you're near — and what you're not
Walkable
The private garden and spa (on-site)
Sant'Ambrogio and quieter residential streets
Cut off from
Duomo and Uffizi (10–15 min walk)
Outside the densest tourist core
Rooms & rate
What you're paying for
Spread across two historic buildings, with rooms and suites ranging from classic palazzo interiors to garden-view options; the higher categories feature original frescoes and ceilings. A pool and full spa sit within the grounds. For the signature experience, request a room overlooking the garden.
Why we say this
Insider secrets & local vibes
The restored palazzo and the city's largest private garden are genuinely special — a sanctuary with a spa and pool inside the centre.
Not independently verified — estimated
It sits a little outside the tightest cluster of sights, so you'll walk a bit or take taxis to reach the Duomo and Uffizi.
Not independently verified — estimated
What it feels like
Reading the room, traveller by traveller
Couples
An indulgent, romantic base with the garden, spa and pool to retreat to between sightseeing.
Families
Space, a pool and the garden make it one of the more kid-friendly luxury options in the city.
Good to know
Before you go
Cost
Top-tier luxury
Last verified
2026-06-17
Best time
Spring and early autumn for the garden
Getting there
Short taxi or 10–15 min walk to the Duomo
Booking
Direct or luxury travel programs; book early in high season
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