Florence should be experienced in style. If you believe that and you are a fan of luxury hotels, then you will love this top list. Other than traveling off-season to keep your Florence exploration within budget, there are several ways to stay at an upscale hotels and not spend a fortune. Florence hotels come in all shapes and sizes, and, most importantly, they are spread around all popular areas of the city. You can be close to all the tourist attractions, or at least able to get there fast, and enjoy the pampering of a 4 or 5-star hotel.
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Here is our list of six top Florence hotels that you can choose from to stay on budget and travel in style:
Hotel Ville sull’Arno
The intimate Hotel Ville sull’Arno is a 5-star stay right next to Campo di Marte. The churches of Sant’Ambrogio and Coverciano are both within walking distance. This hotel will pamper you with everything from breakfast in bed to beautiful garden views, child care, and airport shuttles. If you are a pet lover, then you should know the hotel is pet friendly.
Starhotels Vespucci
The Starhotels Vespucci is perfect for both sightseeing and shopping sprees. You can opt for an afternoon at the Pecci Contemporary Art Museum or at Rocca Strozzi, or for a few hours of shopping at I Gigli Shopping Center. You might even catch a movie at Multiplex Novoli. While in the hotel, take advantage of the fitness center, the business lounge and the complimentary wireless connection.
Room Mate Luca
Nothing beats an upscale hotel right in the heart of Florence. Room Mate Luca is right next to Ponte Vecchio, Saint Apollonia Last Supper, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and the very popular San Marco Convent and Museum. With its daring decor, it is perfect for both business travelers, and those enticed by the history of Florence.
Hilton Garden Inn Florence Novoli
Located in Novoli – San Donato, Hilton Garden Inn Florence Novoli caters to business travelers and tourists who want to explore Florence. It is only a few quick steps away from Piazza Dalmazia and Rifredi Theater, making it perfect for those with a taste for performing arts. The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Tribunal of Florence are also nearby.
Villa La Vedetta
This hotel is a perfect 5-star experience right in the center of Florence. When the pool, spa, fitness center, and business lounge of Villa La Vedetta no longer keep you inside, head out and explore San Miniato al Monte, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazzale Michelangelo or Ponte Vecchio.
Starhotels Tuscany
Another Novoli – San Donato hotel, Starhotels Tuscany offers a luxurious stay close to popular tourist spots such as Parco delle Cascine and Piazza Dalmazia. After a long day spent sightseeing, relax in the hotel’s spa, at the bar, or have a delicious meal in the restaurant. Starhotels Tuscany is both pet friendly and properly suited to provide child care services.
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