Hotel SillavsHotel Orto De Medici
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel Orto De Medici scores marginally better than Hotel Silla. Hotel Orto De Medici ranks #37 in Florence with endorsements from 5 publications such as Oyster, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
Hotel Silla
Via dei Renai, 5, 50100 Florence
From $63/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Frommer's
"The friendly, skilled staff should make this hotel better known; word-of-mouth keeps it regularly full in pricey Florence, despite its refreshing low profile." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Located in a beautiful 16th-century building, this family-run hotel on the Oltrarno side of the river is reached through an elegant courtyard."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"With a lovely courtyard patio, the hotel’s rooms are tasteful and classically decorated, equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Buffet breakfast is free." Full review
EuroCheapo
"Located in the Oltrarno neighborhood on the south side of the Arno River, the Hotel Silla exudes an old-fashioned charm." Full review
Fodor's
"Rooms in this 15th-century palazzo, entered through a courtyard lined with potted plants and sculpture-filled niches, are simply furnished and walls are papered; some have views of the Arno." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Once the leaves fall in autumn, several rooms and the breakfast terrace enjoy beguiling views across the Arno; otherwise, the outlook is green." Full review
Hotel Orto De Medici
Via San Gallo, 30, 50129 Florence
From $124/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"Ten minutes on foot from the Duomo, and five from the Accademia, this mid-19th century building has large frescoes in its lounges and breakfast room."
Star Service
"This small, well-priced boutique-hotel holds up well under scrutiny, with a free breakfast served in a lovely conservatory room, a well-trained staff and commendable maintenance." Full review
Rough Guide
"A 31-room frescoed and antique-furnished three-star, occupying a quiet palazzo in the university area."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The boutique, mid-range Hotel Orto De Medici is located incentral Florence, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, public transportation, and popular attractions." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Redefines elegance with its majestic high ceilings, chic oyster-grey colour scheme and contemporary furnishings, offset to perfection by the historic palazzo in which it languishes." Full review