“Two beautifully restored Rennaissance buildings set in an incredible 11-acre botanical garden with, high end spa and pool. Public areas showcase Renaissance art and sumptuous suites spare no expense. Think silk, velvet, marble, frescoed walls and antique furniture. Il Palagio boasts a Michelin Star.”

Hotel review

After a multi-million euro restoration, the Florence Four Seasons finally opened in June 2008. Standing in the unique, 8-acre Giardino della Gherardesca, the hotel occupies a magnificent Renaissance palazzo complete with frescoes, elaborate stucco work and sculptures. Grand public spaces surround a graceful courtyard while the fine restaurant is housed in a cool vaulted room overlooking the gardens. Facilities include a gorgeous outdoor pool, a spa and fitness centre. Many of the discreetly luxurious bedrooms and suites overlook the grounds. Although it’s not bang in the centre, it’s worth the walk to stay here.

Nicky Swallow
Nicky Swallow Review published: 2021-11-23

Recommended for

  • Honeymoons

    • Opulent Renaissance suites, dining under the stars, double spa treatments and expansive gardens for walking hand in hand.
  • Total relaxation

    • Relax- this hotel will literally take care of everything from your children to the tension in your shoulders!
  • Other Activities

    • Be sure to visit the hotel spa for their signatures- Chianti wine massage, and a full-body treatment based on iris root powder.
  • Learning

    • Seize the opportunity to spend half a day with the hotel's floral designer or gardener to learn the tricks of the trade.
  • Art Classes

    • The hotel provides art classes around different spectacular sights, learn to paint like the masters!
  • Historic

    • Housed in the 15th-century Palazzo della Gherardesca and a sixteenth-century former convent.
  • Great walks

    • Wander the 11 acre botanical gardens that join the two buildings, an oasis of green.
  • Child friendly

    • Children of all ages are welcome and babysitting services are available.
  • Museums

    • Check out Pinocchio Park, an open-air museum close to the Hotel.
  • Antiques

    • Rooms are studded with antique furnishings.
  • Pet friendly

    • Pets are welcomed at no extra charge.
  • Downtown

  • Conference facilities

  • Gourmet

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Family Suites

  • Romantic

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Opulent

  • Full of character

  • Spa

  • Grand Hotel

  • Artworks

  • Landmark

  • Gym

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Wellbeing

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Four poster beds

  • Free wifi

  • Views

Facilities

  • Rooms

    116 rooms in this hotel
  • Good wine list

    The Winery serves more than 50 Italian wines by the glass and has a list of nearly 400 bottles.
  • Restaurant

    Michelin starred restaurant serves Tuscan delights.
  • Child friendly

    Children of all ages are welcome and babysitting services are available.
  • Garden

    Home to the largest private garden in Florence.
  • Parking

    On site private parking for EUR 60 per hour.
  • Pet friendly

    Pets are welcomed at no extra charge.
  • Swimming Pool

    Outdoor with views of the gardens
  • Airport transfer

    Surcharge is applicable.
  • Games room

    Table Tennis
  • Conference facilities

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

  • Shops

  • Family Suites

  • Bar

  • Car not required

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • In room DVD

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Outdoor dining

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Bicycle hire

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Spa

  • Gym

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Four poster beds

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Free wifi

  • Views

  • Business Centre

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • Be sure to visit the hotel spa for their signatures- Chianti wine massage, and a full-body treatment based on iris root powder.
  • Learning

    • Seize the opportunity to spend half a day with the hotel's floral designer or gardener to learn the tricks of the trade.
  • Art Classes

    • The hotel provides art classes around different spectacular sights, learn to paint like the masters!
  • Great walks

    • Wander the 11 acre botanical gardens that join the two buildings, an oasis of green.
  • Museums

    • Check out Pinocchio Park, an open-air museum close to the Hotel.

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