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The Westin Excelsior, FlorencevsIl Tornabuoni
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci scores marginally better than The Westin Excelsior Florence. Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci is ranked #22 in Florence with praise from 7 reviews like The Telegraph, Fodor's 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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Il Tornabuoni
Frommer's Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Rough Guide
Fodor's The Telegraph Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure The Telegraph
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 Telegraph8.0
"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 Telegraph9.0
"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
