Villa La MassavsHotel Loggiato dei Serviti
Hotel Loggiato dei Serviti and Villa La Massa are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Villa La Massa ranks marginally better than Hotel Loggiato dei Serviti. Villa La Massa ranks #25 in Florence with praise from 5 sources including Jetsetter, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Villa La Massa
Via della Massa 24, 50012 Candeli
From $524/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
"Surrounded by tranquil green hills, this 17C Medici villa offers superb views of the Arno. Period-style decor, as well as a shuttle seivice to central Florence."
Fodor's
"A shuttle bus runs every hour to and from the center of Florence, but the place is so peaceful, you might not want to bother." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"16th-century Medicean villa, the sister property to Lake Como’s historic Villa d’Este. ." Full review
Star Service
"This evocative villa-hotel excites well-heeled visitors with its opulent period surroundings, well-rounded facilities and good service. " Full review
Jetsetter
"When you stay at Villa La Massa in Bagno a Ripoli, you'll be on a river and close to Villa Gamberaia and Stadio Artemio Franchi." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"There was a time when Grand Tourists chose to stay not in the centre of Florence but in opulent villas in the green belt around the city." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"A
short drive from the treasures of Florence, but a world apart from its hustle
and bustle, Villa La Massa combines rustic Tuscan elegance with rich, regal
details." Full review
U.S. News & World Report
12.0
"Those looking for a quiet stay outside the city should consider Villa La Massa...sits on a 16th-century estate with 22 acres of olive groves and lemon trees." Full review
Michelin Guide
"With just 51 rooms and suites it’s edging into real boutique territory, and its location is among Italy’s most desirable...rooms and suites remain traditional, outfitted in a Medici-era style" Full review
Hotel Loggiato dei Serviti
Piazza S.S Annunziata, 3, 50100 Florence
From $68/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Lonely Planet
"A jewel of Renaissance architecture, this former monastery now serves as a very cushy boutique inn - vows of poverty no longer required." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"This 16th-century property features a distinguished facade -- and an impressive history to match." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The opulent decor belies its monastic origins."
Rough Guide
"Elegant three-star in one of Florence's most celebrated squares."
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Loggiato dei Serviti has a timeless feel and is one of the most charming of the three-star hotels in Florence." Full review
Frommer's
"You will find rooms with writing desks and occasional tables dressed with lamps. No unit is small, but most of the standard rooms lack a view of either Brunelleschi’s dome or the perfect piazza" Full review