Torre di BellosguardovsSanta Maria Novella Hotel
Santa Maria Novella Hotel and Torre di Bellosguardo are both recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Torre di Bellosguardo is preferred by most writers compared to Santa Maria Novella Hotel. Torre di Bellosguardo is ranked #13 in Florence with recommendations from 9 reviews like Frommer's, Fodor's and DK Eyewitness.
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2 Via Roti Michelozzi, 50124 Florence
From $198/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Michelin Guide
"Simple yet elegant... It has a magical, fairy tale atmosphere."
Frommer's
"With its echoey halls, airy loggias, and imposing stone staircases, the Bellosguardo feels just a few flickering torches shy of the Middle Ages -- exactly its attraction." Full review
Fodor's
"Bellosguardo means "beautiful view"; given the view of Florence you get here, the name is fitting." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Situated atop the hill of Bellosguardo, this distinctive hotel is housed in a Renaissance-era villa built around a 14th-century tower." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Far from the crowds, but with the city at its feet, the views from the 16th-century tower of this 14th-century villa are unparalleled."
Rough Guide
"Its not central - its perched on a hill about 2km from the heart of Oltrarno - but the four-star Bellosguardo is one of the most beautiful hotels in the city."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Torre Di Bellosguardo is a three-pearl family-run hotel set in a historic villa amid peaceful gardens and awash with Renaissance artwork and authentic antiques." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Offers authentic atmosphere rather than luxury, a superb location away from the crowds and good value." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Time travel to old-world Tuscany at this romantic villa aplomb a hill on the city fringe." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Period furnishings dress its 16 elegant rooms, many ceilings have original 16th-century frescoes, and views of Florence from the pool are magical." Full review
Santa Maria Novella Hotel
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 1, 50123 Florence
From $106/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Welcoming... Enjoy superb views of this magical city from the hotel's delightful panoramic terrace."
Lonely Planet
"The bland exterior of this excellent four-star choice gives no hint of the spacious and elegant rooms within." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Furnished in Empire style, this superb hotel couples grandeur with tranquility. Standard doubles overlook Via delle Belle Donne, while the superiors face Santa Maria Novella and the Piazza."
Star Service
"This hotel's tasteful yet subdued eclectic flair captures the best of town house style, though its generously proportioned common areas give it a leg up." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"This luxury boutique hotel dating to the 19th century has elegant decor and a focus on art." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This four-star hotel, with its unique rooms, helpful service, a cocktail bar, fitness room, sauna, and good breakfasts, holds its own." Full review