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Riva Lofts FlorencevsVilla La Massa
Riva Lofts Florence and Villa La Massa are both rated very highly by experts. Overall, Riva Lofts Florence scores slightly higher than Villa La Massa. Riva Lofts Florence ranks #18 in Florence with recommendations from 8 reviews such as concierge.com, Condé Nast Traveler and Jetsetter.
Riva Lofts Florence
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Condé Nast Traveler
The Telegraph
Jetsetter
Mr & Mrs Smith
Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
Frommer's Show All Reviews
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
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
