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Riva Lofts FlorencevsPortrait Firenze
Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Riva Lofts Florence ranks marginally better than Portrait Firenze. Riva Lofts Florence scores 81 with positive reviews from 9 sources like Concierge, Mr & Mrs Smith and Jetsetter.
Riva Lofts Florence
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
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Via Baccio Bandinelli 98, 50142 Florence
From $81/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "This former factory on the southern bank of the Arno was Nardi's private studio until he decided to turn it into one of Italy's most original design hotels."
Travel + Leisure "Take a Tuscan country house that just happens to be at the gates of Florence, renovate it with post-modern minimalist chic into eight studio apartments, and you have Riva Lofts." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This collection of self-contained suites overlooks the river on one side and the Cascine park on the other."
Condé Nast Traveler "Designed by Florentine architect Claudio Nardi, this striking eight-room property... is a fresh counterpart to the city’s more prevalent traditional design." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"A hip, laid-back home-from-home with a house-party feel and a location that is as off-beat as the hotel itself." Full review
Jetsetter "Former artisan workshop turned meticulously designed nine-room hotel downstream from central Florence." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Part rustic bed and breakfast, part architect’s dream, Riva Lofts hotel is a welcoming rural property just 15 minutes from downtown Florence." Full review
Afar Magazine "The studio, just 15 minutes outside Florence, now doubles as a relaxed guesthouse and collection of lofts." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This urban retreat, where staircases seem to float midair, soothing creams pair with mid-century furniture...the intimate garden and pool are a haven from the city"
Florence Travel Guide
July 7, 2021
Frommer's "The traditional Florentine alarm call—a morning mix of traffic and tourism—is replaced by birdsong when you awake in one of the stylish rooms here, on the banks of the River Arno." Full review
Portrait Firenze
Michelin Guide Concierge
Star Service
Rough Guide Condé Nast Traveler Travel + Leisure
Wallpaper
Lonely Planet Jetsetter The Telegraph Show All Reviews
Lungarno Acciaiuoli 4, 50123 Florence, Italy
From $435/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide "An ideal place for families and long-stay guests."
Concierge "These 44 super-stylish, fully-serviced apartments are ideal for anyone looking for the comfort and service of an upscale hotel but also craving a bit of independence."
Star Service "Located on the Lungarno, with the Ponte Vecchio in sight, Portrait is a stylish, haute couture luxury hotel comprising 37 suites with a touch of modern, contemporary soul." Full review
Rough Guide "This luxurious retreat is just a minute’s walk from the Ponte Vecchio but discreetly tucked away from the tourist hordes."
Condé Nast Traveler "The Ferragamo family’s latest hotel offering... only further establishes their reputation for intimate and fashionable hideaways." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Cocooning, dove-gray suites have living rooms with pillowy sofas and arm chairs...cute kitchenettes cleverly hidden in a lacquered cabinet; most have river views through floor-to-ceiling windows." Full review
Wallpaper "The latest addition to the Ferragamo family's prized hotel brand, the Lungarno Collection, is another Florentine gem, the group's sixth property in the city." Full review
Lonely Planet "Exceptional riverside location, a stone's throw from Ponte Vecchio – deluxe studios and balcony-clad suites on the higher floors have an eagle-eye view of the iconic bridge." Full review
Jetsetter "Unpretentious luxury, soigné decor and a flawless fashion pedigree are the hallmarks of this swanky Florentine escape." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"With a commanding position on the River Arno, right next to the Ponte Vecchio, the Portrait Firenze is possibly the best located hotel in Florence." Full review
