Florence is an incredibly special place to bring your family. The wealth of art, history and beauty in this small, walkable city is incredible. Plus there’s great gelato available every couple of steps, and the hills of Tuscany for a bit of a run around. Or the grounds of your villa, if you’re choosing from our Guru’s collection of the 10 best family hotels in Florence.
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If you’re bringing your family on a Tuscan summer fling, then you might want to stay on the hills outside the town, where it will be a bit quieter and you’ll definitely have access to a pool. But our Gurus have also come up with some wonderful suggestions for the best family hotels in Florence which are right in the thick of things, within a few little steps of the Duomo.
If you’re travelling out of season then the huge number of hotels and guesthouses in Florence works in your favour, and you’ll find that some of the best family hotels in Florence have some very good seasonal deals.
Just because you have a family it doesn’t mean you don’t want to experience Florence for all its usual charms - the art, the food, the architecture, the romantic atmosphere.
Try the Casa Howard, a chic and intimate B&B in an elegant Florentine palazzo with 13 individually decorated and themed rooms, where they welcome visitors of all ages.
Or for something quite palatial there’s the Palazzo Vecchietti, a 15th Century palace right in the heart of Florence. Dante called it ‘Paradiso’. It’s now divided into 14 luxurious suites and apartments with exquisite decorations and art, high ceilings and wonderful views.
Or, if your kids may appreciate a little bit more space, then the Villa Tolomei, a beautiful villa just five minutes drive from the centre of Florence, may be for you. It’s a small five star hotel, set in 20 peaceful hectares of olive groves and vineyards, with wonderful gardens, a lovely pool and spa and a fantastic Tuscan restaurant.
If you want to be right in amongst it the Residenza d’Epoca in Piazza della Signoria - on the Plazza della Signoria along with the Palazzo Vecchio and Neptune’s Fountain - might be for your family. The ceilings are frescoed, the floors parquet, the rooms classical Florence and there’s an amazing communal breakfast.
N4U offers a similar meeting of historic Florence with family friendliness in a great location just one minute from the Duomo. This five room B&B has been converted from a thousand year old tower, and the result is a quirky, characterful collection of rooms with beautiful views and lovely original features.
Florence can be hectic in the busy season, so to really relax you might want to consider being a little out of town in neighbouring Fiesole.
You can see Florence from the terrace of the Pensione Bencistà, and from some of its 40 Tuscan style rooms, but you’re also surrounded by olive groves and charming gardens. There’s also a terrace restaurant.
Marignolle Relais et Charme is a superb option for families looking for the best of both worlds - it is surrounded by glorious countryside yet is only 15 minutes from the centre of Florence. Rooms are traditional in style with plenty of antiques and there's the bonus of an outdoor pool. There's no restaurant but light dinners can be provided on request.
On the hills overlooking Florence, the Torre di Bellosguardo, a beautiful private villa turned 16 room hotel, is a peaceful option with stunning views and palatial rooms.
The Antica Dimora Firenze is an owner run B&B with just six rooms, just 10 mins walk from the Duomo. You get the best of Florence, including four-poster beds, decorative details and antiques, plus breakfast, all starting from around €120 per night.
Florence (Tuscany)
Imagine waking up in Piazza della Signoria surrounded by history, comfort, frescoed ceilings, stonewalls, and parquet floors. Highly popular, family run B&B offers the true 'Florence' experience from classic rooms to delicious communal breakfast. A great choice for couples, families and groups.
Florence (Tuscany)
Charming hospitality welcomes guests to this stylish, owner-run B&B in a prime location near the Duomo. Four poster beds, antiques and decorative detailing is a delight to wake up to. Perfect for families or couples - a home away from home that won't break the bank.
Florence (Tuscany)
Traditional 14th Century villa full of character, antiques and history, rests in charming gardens overlooking Florence from neighbouring Fiesole. The Pension Bencista's classic style rooms ooze Tuscan elegance. Enjoy meals on the terrace overlooking the olive groves.
Florence (Tuscany)
A wonderfully private relaxed Tuscan retreat. Chic rooms, feature fine fabrics and antique furnishings. The outdoor pool and beautiful gardens make this a ideal spot for relaxation. Enjoy an expansive breakfast on the veranda, cooking classes from expert chefs and proximity to local medieval towns.
Florence (Tuscany)
Centrally located family-friendly B&B in a historic tower over 1,000 years old. Art deco touches with eclectic antiques add character to the rooms. Breakfast is served in-room. This spacious, quirky B&B is great value and offers its own history with some large frescoed rooms.
Florence
Breathtakingly beautiful villa, previously a private home, overlooking Florence from its hilltop perch. Desperately romantic with a warm and informal atmosphere. Enormous rooms and suites with frescoed ceilings and four poster beds.
Florence
15th century distinguished Palazzo named after the family that once lived here, right in the heart of Florence. Dante called it 'Paradiso'. Now divided into fourteen luxurious and exquisitely decorated suites and apartments, some with terraces, high ceilings and views. Perfect for art lovers.
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14th century frescoed villa five minutes from the centre of Florence. Villa Tolomei is a five-star hotel set in a peaceful 20 hectares with olives groves and vineyards, a spa, outdoor pool, lovely gardens and a wonderful restaurant. Beautiful views overlooking the city.
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