Hotel SavoyvsGrand Hotel Minerva
Hotel Savoy and Grand Hotel Minerva are both rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Hotel Savoy scores significantly higher than Grand Hotel Minerva. Hotel Savoy scores 93 with praise from 14 sources such as Concierge, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Savoy Show All Reviews
Piazza della Repubblica 7, 50123 Florence
From $390/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"This elegant, historic hotel is situated near the Duomo, the city's museums and luxury fashion boutiques. It offers spacious, comfortable guestrooms with mosaic adorned bathrooms."
Frommer's
"This 1893 hotel underwent a complete transformation by Sir Rocco Forte and his sister, who designed the warm, stylishly minimalist modern interiors." Full review
Concierge
"A stylish, upbeat hotel and one of the city's most popular, attracting both business and leisure clientele plus a fair share of celebs."
Insight Guides
"On one of the city’s grandest squares, the Savoy.. has beautifully restored and modernised it while respecting its traditional look and appeal."
Lonely Planet
"This five-star splurge delivers up a supreme sense of well-being along with the knowledge that you are living, at least temporarily, among the uncompromisingly chic."
Travel + Leisure
"Service is all you’d expect of a hotel of this caliber, making it a hit with everyone from demanding tourists to VIPs." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Architecturally magnificent with lavish interiors, the stylishly appointed rooms here are sleek and spacious."
Star Service
"On a broad and lively plaza in the heart of the old city, this top-ranked property is midway between the Duomo and Arno River, a 10-minute walk from each." Full review
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The concierge does a good job securing reservations, staffers are quick to react on requests, and service overall is excellent.
Rough Guide
"Fittedoutin discreetly luxurious modern style. with plenty of bare wood. stone-coloured fabrics and peat-coloured marble."
The Telegraph
9.0
"This centrally located Rocco Forte Collection property is the only one of Florence’s five-star hotels that manages to preserve its grand hotel cachet while seeming fresh, hip and artsy." Full review
Grand Hotel Minerva Show All Reviews
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, 50123 Florence
From $142/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Michelin Guide
"Elegantly furnished guestrooms... welcoming atmosphere."
Oyster
Luxury
"If asked to picture a postcard version of Florence, the views from the Grand Hotel Minerva are most likely what would come to mind." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Behind a traditional gold-and-stucco exterior, this five-story medieval structure is now a four-star hotel furnished by architects Detti and Scarpa." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"With its rooftop swimming pool, the Grand Minerva does full justice to the romance of Florence. Watching the sunset from here or from the adjacent bar is a memorable experience."
Star Service
"Grand Hotel Minerva is the piazza's best option for families, small groups and business travelers.
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Request a smoke-free room when booking.
Rough Guide
"A large four-star with big rooms; the superior ones overlook the piazza."
The Telegraph
8.0
"A busy, four-star hotel with a great location and excellent services and facilities. The USP is the rooftop pool and terrace." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Situated right in the heart of the city center, this four star hotel overlooks a charming square...the staff are excellent and the facilities are equally impressive. " Full review
Frommer's
"The quietly stylish rooms...with cream tones, natural wood, tan leather, and travertine bathrooms. Each one is well soundproofed against neighbors and outdoor noise. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Rooms in this high-end hotel are light and bright, with cream colours dominating the décor." Full review