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Villa CoravsGrand Hotel Baglioni Firenze
Both hotels are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Villa Cora is the choice of most writers compared to Grand Hotel Baglioni Firenze. Villa Cora is ranked #18 in Florence with accolades from 8 publications including Mr & Mrs Smith, Travel + Leisure and Michelin Guide.
Villa Cora
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report
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Viale Niccolo Machiavelli 18, 50125 Florence
From $468/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide "Elegant late-19C villa surrounded by century-old gardens."
Afar Magazine "Since its construction in 1870 by architect Pietro Comparini Villa Cora has been known as the most beautiful residence in Florence." Full review
Star Service "Built in 1860, it is a stunning example of neoclassical architecture and design, with exceptional restored mid-19th-century murals and frescoes. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "A former house of Napoleon III’s widow, Empress Eugénie, now a boutique hotel that overlooks the city center." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler95.2
"Old-world opulence is ingrained in this restored nineteenth-century mansion overlooking the Boboli Gardens." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"It’s easy to understand why this relatively new arrival on the Florence high-end hotel scene has been such a hit since it opened." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "The fresco-packed Villa Cora was built by a Baron for his Baroness in the 1870s, but the huge heated outdoor pool - Florence’s only - comes courtesy of a 21st-century renovation." Full review
Fodor's "Opulent and refined, Villa Cora is a luxury experience that’s wholly unique to the magical city of Florence." Full review
U.S. News & World Report7.0
"Even though Villa Cora is a bit removed from the center of Florence (about 2 miles south), recent travelers loved its setting amid gardens and greenery." Full review
Independent "The guest rooms are a sumptuous mix of rich fabrics, gilded ceilings and Carrara marble bathrooms...the incredible ballroom – a dramatic confection of gleaming mirrors, gilt and statuary "
Best hotels in Florence 2023: Where to stay for culture and comfort
February 17, 2023
Grand Hotel Baglioni Firenze
Insight Guides
Oyster
DK Eyewitness Star Service
Jetsetter The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Piazza Unita Italiana 6, 50123 Florence
From $190/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Insight Guides "This classic hotel retains its air of discreet elegance while providing luxurious and extremely comfortable rooms that have kept up with modern needs."
OysterUpscale
"Housed in the former residences of the Bertolini princes, the Grand Hotel Baglioni lives up to the grand image painted by Florence's past." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Ever since it opened its doors in 1903, this hotel has been charming guests with its plush interiors and lush gardens."
Star Service "Bellied up to a busy intersection near the train station and Florence's main attractions, this colorful six-story stone-arched palazzo provides an oasis of classic old-world hospitality." Full review
Jetsetter "Ornate historic building with stately rooms and one of the most central and convenient locations in Florence." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"It has a guest alumni populated with movie stars, politicians...interiors are grandoise, and the fifth-floor terrace bar and restaurant offers some of the best views in the city.
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Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Originally built for a prince from the Carrega Bertolini family in the late 19th century, this grand hotel delivers up old-world ambience and solid comforts in the heart of the city." Full review
