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Sina Villa Medici, Autograph CollectionvsThe Westin Excelsior, Florence
Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection and The Westin Excelsior Florence are both endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection scores significantly better than The Westin Excelsior Florence. Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection is ranked #9 in Florence with approval from 8 reviews including Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Star Service.
Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection
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Via Il Prato 42, 50123 Florence
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
"With its huge bedrooms... this 18th-century villa-hotel offers every kind of comfort, and is in a good location near the station."
"Historic 18th-century palazzo with charming interiors near the Uffizi." Full review
"This 18th-century villa conversion is the only hotel within the city limits to have an open-air pool in its own gardens. Located by Porta al Prato, it is within walking distance of the centre of town."
"Once a slightly dour traditional address, the rightly-proud owners of this exceptional lodge have transformed it into the one of the most sophisticated addresses in the city." Full review
8.0
"The Sina Villa Medici is famous for hosting aristocrats and celebrities, from the Shah of Persia to Luciano Pavarotti, and exudes all the eclectic elegance of the Belle Époque." Full review
Recommended
"While it certainly is historic, the hotel has hard-to-find Florence perks, such as a lovely outdoor swimming pool and a gym." Full review
"On the western side of the city center, this glamorous hotel built out of a 19th Century palace is a high-end escape away from the masses of tourists just a few blocks east." Full review
"A very spacious, comfortable property with many touches that appeal to American tastes...room styles vary wildly from the dark colors and long lines of a contemporary look" Full review
"The rooms and suites are, for the most part, contemporary in style as well, with occasional eclectic reminders of earlier periods...a rare outdoor pool anchors the villa’s wellness offerings" Full review
The Westin Excelsior, Florence
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Piazza Ognissanti 3, 50123 Florence
From $357/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"History and tradition combine with more modern accessories for an exclusive aristocratic stay."
"The Excelsior vies with the Grand Hotel, its neighbor across the square, for the title of Grande Dame of the Florentine accommodation scene."
"A 300-label wine cellar and a new Mediterranean rooftop restaurant, plus 171 rooms, in a 15-century palace near the Ponte Vecchio." Full review
"The Excelsior excels with its marble floors and columns, grand staircases, stained-glass windows, statues and period paintings."
Luxury
"This converted 12th-century mansion in a beautiful square on the banks the River Arno is one of the more historic hotels in the center of Florence." Full review
88.7
"Just steps from the Duomo and the Piazza della Signoria, this "little gem within walking distance of everything you want to see in Florence" has "the perfect location."" Full review
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"Palatial 13th-century Florentine building-turned-hotel, with topnotch service and rooftop restaurant with 360-degree views of the city." Full review
8.0
"Opulent interiors, prime position on the north bank of the Arno, and good services and facilities make it a valid option for both leisure and business travellers." Full review
"This idyllic retreat on the Arno River delivers stunning views, richly decorated rooms, exceptional service, and seven centuries of history.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
10.0
"Lavishly decorated in the Florentine style of the Renaissance period, has 171 guest rooms and suites, a 24-hour fitness center, three restaurants, a bar and elegant meeting spaces." Full review
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