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The St. Regis FlorencevsHotel Degli Orafi
Both The St. Regis Florence and Hotel Degli Orafi are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, The St. Regis Florence scores significantly higher than Hotel Degli Orafi. The St. Regis Florence scores 88 with praise from 11 publications such as Afar Magazine, Star Service and Hideaway Report.
The St. Regis Florence
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Star Service
Travel + Leisure
Oyster
Afar Magazine
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Forbes Travel Guide Show All Reviews
Piazza Ognissanti 1, 50123 Florence
From $344/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Luxurious and exclusive."
"Starwood has nailed the new luxury spirit with some finesse in this intimately opulent makeover of Florence's former Grand Hotel."
"Originally constructed by Brunelleschi prior to Columbus' maiden voyage, the St. Regis resounds with a refined traditionalism rewound for demanding modern-day travelers." Full review
World's Best Hotels
"Formerly the Grand Hotel Firenze, this 15th-century landmark reopened as the St. Regis Florence in 2011 following a multimillion-dollar renovation of the entire building." Full review
Luxury
"One of Florence's iconic hotels, The St. Regis oozes elegance and old-world charm." Full review
"If every Renaissance palazzo had been as luxurious as the St. Regis Florence, it seems unlikely the Renaissance would ever have ended." Full review
"Recently-restored grand dame housed in a Brunelleschi-designed palace with a fleet of Bentleys for exploring Florence at the ready." Full review
9.0
"St Regis' feel is sheer opulence, and the ambience is enhanced by service which manages to be both discreet and affable." Full review
92.0
"Luxurious hotel in restored 15th-century palazzo on the Piazza Ognissanti, overlooking the Arno River within walking distance of the Ponte Vecchio." Full review
4 Stars
"Mingle with low-profile celebs and play chess in the charming library or sip Brunello bloody marys (the hotel’s signature drink) in the classic, regal atmosphere. " Full review
Hotel Degli Orafi
Star Service
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lungarno degli Archibusieri, 4, 50121 Florence
From $167/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"Low off-season rates are a bargain, but even in high season the optimistic prices manage to eke out a sense of value. This old-school Italian inn is more engaging than it is elegant." Full review
"A key scene in A Room with a View was shot in this pensione, which is today a luxury hotel adorned with chintz and marble." Full review
Upscale
"Overlooking the Ponte Vecchio, the 42-room Hotel Degli Orafi offers a prime location for travelers seeking easy access to Florence’s prime attractions." Full review
8.0
"There’s something warm and reassuring about the hotel’s slightly cluttered antique décor and it has a couple of ace cards up its sleeve." Full review