Sina Villa Medici, Autograph CollectionvsIl Tornabuoni
Both properties are highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci. Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection has a TripExpert Score of 87 with praise from 8 reviewers including The Telegraph, DK Eyewitness and Travel + Leisure.
Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection
Via Il Prato 42, 50123 Florence
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides
"With its huge bedrooms... this 18th-century villa-hotel offers every kind of comfort, and is in a good location near the station."
Travel + Leisure
"Historic 18th-century palazzo with charming interiors near the Uffizi." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This 18th-century villa conversion is the only hotel within the city limits to have an open-air pool in its own gardens. Located by Porta al Prato, it is within walking distance of the centre of town."
Star Service
"Once a slightly dour traditional address, the rightly-proud owners of this exceptional lodge have transformed it into the one of the most sophisticated addresses in the city." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Sina Villa Medici is famous for hosting aristocrats and celebrities, from the Shah of Persia to Luciano Pavarotti, and exudes all the eclectic elegance of the Belle Époque." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"While it certainly is historic, the hotel has hard-to-find Florence perks, such as a lovely outdoor swimming pool and a gym." Full review
Fodor's
"On the western side of the city center, this glamorous hotel built out of a 19th Century palace is a high-end escape away from the masses of tourists just a few blocks east." Full review
Frommer's
"A very spacious, comfortable property with many touches that appeal to American tastes...room styles vary wildly from the dark colors and long lines of a contemporary look" Full review
Michelin Guide
"The rooms and suites are, for the most part, contemporary in style as well, with occasional eclectic reminders of earlier periods...a rare outdoor pool anchors the villa’s wellness offerings" Full review
Il Tornabuoni
Via Tornabuoni 3, 50123 Florence
From $115/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The staff greets return guests and new friends alike with genuine warmth." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Fashion insiders love these 28 characterful rooms... surrounded by haute couture boutiques and across a small piazza from the fresco-filled Santa Trinità church." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Once a classic pensione, the hotel has been refitted so guests can now choose between junior suites, deluxe and standard rooms – all with antique furniture and tapestries."
Star Service
"The standard rooms hold ample charm, albeit a bit dated, but the suites are full of formidable antiques, inspired architecture and whimsical decorative elements." Full review
Rough Guide
"This antiques-stuffed four-star hotel offers the best value for money on Florences poshest shopping street."
Fodor's
"Florentine pensioni don't get any classier than this: old-fashioned style, enough modern comfort to keep you happy, and a 14th-century palazzo." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This Florentine classic enjoys an excellent location and offers a delightful atmosphere along with modern services and facilities." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A 12th-century palazzo, fitting it with 62 boldly colored rooms; think flaming reds, deep indigos, and blazing mustards plus a rooftop terrace."
Florence Travel Guide
July 7, 2021
Travel + Leisure
"Art and history also flourish inside this converted 12th-century palazzo...first of Hyatt's Unbound Collection properties in Italy feels glamorously modern, as bold in its patterns and color schemes"
The Telegraph
9.0
"This smart, stylish hotel enjoys a prime spot on traffic-free Via Tornabuoni and is close to all the main sights and plenty of interesting bars, restaurants and cafés" Full review