"A takeover by Spanish hotel group NH has brought the place up to international standards, forfeiting some of its individuality in the process."

"While the current building dates from 1500, documents confirm that a hotel stood here as early as 1386, making this one of Italy’s oldest hotels."

"It retains something of its old ambience while the rooms have been fitted out in crisp but luxuriously modern style."

"The Porta Rossa spans five floors and eight centuries and is thought to be Italy’s oldest hotel." Full review

"Makes quite an entrance, with a beautiful façade and courtyard that recalls the Florence of yesteryear...NH Collection is reasonably priced for the level of service and excellent location." Full review

"Apart from some rediscovered frescoes, and a wealth of carefully preserved architectural detail, it’s a remarkably contemporary space, with 20th-century modernist furniture" Full review