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Villa La MassavsPalazzo dal Borgo
Palazzo dal Borgo Hotel Aprile and Villa La Massa are both endorsed by professionals. Overall, Villa La Massa scores slightly higher than Palazzo dal Borgo Hotel Aprile. Villa La Massa ranks #25 in Florence with recommendations from 5 publications including Jetsetter, Fodor's and Travel + Leisure.
Villa La Massa
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Jetsetter
The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide
U.S. News & World Report Michelin Guide
Via della Massa 24, 50012 Candeli
From $524/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide "Surrounded by tranquil green hills, this 17C Medici villa offers superb views of the Arno. Period-style decor, as well as a shuttle seivice to central Florence."
Fodor's "A shuttle bus runs every hour to and from the center of Florence, but the place is so peaceful, you might not want to bother." Full review
Travel + Leisure "16th-century Medicean villa, the sister property to Lake Como’s historic Villa d’Este. ." Full review
Star Service "This evocative villa-hotel excites well-heeled visitors with its opulent period surroundings, well-rounded facilities and good service. " Full review
Jetsetter "When you stay at Villa La Massa in Bagno a Ripoli, you'll be on a river and close to Villa Gamberaia and Stadio Artemio Franchi." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"There was a time when Grand Tourists chose to stay not in the centre of Florence but in opulent villas in the green belt around the city." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"A
short drive from the treasures of Florence, but a world apart from its hustle
and bustle, Villa La Massa combines rustic Tuscan elegance with rich, regal
details." Full review
U.S. News & World Report12.0
"Those looking for a quiet stay outside the city should consider Villa La Massa...sits on a 16th-century estate with 22 acres of olive groves and lemon trees." Full review
Michelin Guide "With just 51 rooms and suites it’s edging into real boutique territory, and its location is among Italy’s most desirable...rooms and suites remain traditional, outfitted in a Medici-era style" Full review
Palazzo dal Borgo
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Via della Scala, 6, 50123 Florence
From $86/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "The friendly Aprile fills a semi-restored 15th-century palazzo on this busy hotel-laden street near the station." Full review
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The street noise gets through even the double glazing, so light sleepers will want to request a room off the road.
Insight Guides "Every bedroom is different in this gorgeous 15th-century palazzo: some have original frescoes, and some overlook an inner courtyard or the cloisters of Santa Maria Novella."
OysterMid-Range
"Hotel Palazzo Dal Borgo Aprile is a family-run hotel in a Renaissance building." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Once owned by the Medici, this palazzo features frescoed ceilings, period paintings and spacious rooms."
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Ask for a room overlooking the courtyard since the streets can be quite noisy.
