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The Westin Excelsior, FlorencevsHotel Savoy
Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Hotel Savoy is preferred by most reviewers compared to The Westin Excelsior Florence. Hotel Savoy comes in at 93 with endorsements from 14 reviews including Rough Guide, Michelin Guide and DK Eyewitness.
The Westin Excelsior, Florence
Michelin Guide
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Afar Magazine
U.S. News & World Report Show All Reviews
Piazza Ognissanti 3, 50123 Florence
From $357/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "History and tradition combine with more modern accessories for an exclusive aristocratic stay."
Concierge "The Excelsior vies with the Grand Hotel, its neighbor across the square, for the title of Grande Dame of the Florentine accommodation scene."
Travel + Leisure "A 300-label wine cellar and a new Mediterranean rooftop restaurant, plus 171 rooms, in a 15-century palace near the Ponte Vecchio." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The Excelsior excels with its marble floors and columns, grand staircases, stained-glass windows, statues and period paintings."
OysterLuxury
"This converted 12th-century mansion in a beautiful square on the banks the River Arno is one of the more historic hotels in the center of Florence." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler88.7
"Just steps from the Duomo and the Piazza della Signoria, this "little gem within walking distance of everything you want to see in Florence" has "the perfect location."" Full review
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Ask for a room with Arno River views.
Jetsetter "Palatial 13th-century Florentine building-turned-hotel, with topnotch service and rooftop restaurant with 360-degree views of the city." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Opulent interiors, prime position on the north bank of the Arno, and good services and facilities make it a valid option for both leisure and business travellers." Full review
Afar Magazine "This idyllic retreat on the Arno River delivers stunning views, richly decorated rooms, exceptional service, and seven centuries of history.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
U.S. News & World Report10.0
"Lavishly decorated in the Florentine style of the Renaissance period, has 171 guest rooms and suites, a 24-hour fitness center, three restaurants, a bar and elegant meeting spaces." Full review
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Hotel Savoy Michelin Guide
Frommer's Concierge
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Rough Guide The Telegraph 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 Telegraph9.0
"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
