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Brunelleschi HotelvsHotel Alba Palace
Both properties are endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Brunelleschi is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Alba Palace. Hotel Brunelleschi ranks #12 in Florence with positive reviews from 8 reviews like Oyster, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Brunelleschi Hotel
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
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Piazza Santa Elisabetta 3, Via De Calzaioli, 50122 Florence
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
"This hotel with welcoming guestrooms boasts a small museum with Roman remains."
"While it may lack the sophistication of some of Florence's other upscale sleeps, this hotel has two outstanding features." Full review
Upscale
"The Hotel Brunelleschi is a historic boutique property that's on the higher end of the price scale -- for good reason." Full review
"Named for the Italian Renaissance architect and engineer Filippo Brunelleschi, this historic property in the heart of Florence occupies the Byzantine Pagliazza Tower." Full review
"In short, this is one of the loveliest design hotels in Florence, and views of the Duomo from the best rooms are nothing short of spectacular." Full review
"Chic boutique meets archaeologic treasure trove, just steps from the scene-stealing Duomo cathedral." Full review
8.0
"Occupying a storybook stone tower and medieval church built over ancient Roman baths, the Hotel Brunelleschi simply oozes history." Full review
"This centrally located hotel, with its medieval stone building and gorgeous tower, is a place that drips with history and has excellent views of the Duomo." Full review
"A luxury property only steps away from Filippo’s world-famous architectural masterpiece...inside, you’ll discover an intense dedication to service, an unmatched attention to detail." Full review
4 Stars
"Hotel Brunelleschi is about as a unique as luxury boutique hotels get, whether in Florence or some other far-flung locale." Full review
Hotel Alba Palace
Star Service
Oyster
Michelin Guide
Via della Scala, 22/38r, 50123 Florence
From $60/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
"This is an affordable, family friendly hotel that provides comfortable accommodations and a convenient location just two short blocks from the train station and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella." Full review
Mid-Range
"In a convenient location near Santa Maria Novella Station, the mid-range Hotel Alba Palace is a mid-range hotel is walking distance to several of Florence’s top attractions." Full review
3 Stars
"This is one of the world's greatest museums." Full review