The 10 Best Hotels in Florence’s Historic Centre

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Florence’s Historic Centre, or Centro Storico, is the city’s medieval heart, the part of Florence which lay within the 14th century walls. And this is where much of Florence’s grandeur and its treasures are located. The Duomo is the heart of the Centro Storico, but it’s just one of many, many great churches - there are several on the same square as the Duomo. You might argue that the centre of Florence’s art world is here too, in the Uffizi, and the Academia Gallery, which houses Michelangelo’s David. So if you want to wake up in amidst the best Florence has to offer then you should plan to stay in one of the best hotels in Florence’s Historic Centre. And preferably one of the 10 best hotels in Florence's Historic Centre, as recommended by our Gurus?

Our Guru’s have divided the Historic Centre into two, their recommendations for the best hotels near the Piazza della Signoria, and for the best hotels near the Santa Maria Novella and San Lorenzo. this is because these areas have their own characters: the area around the Piazza della Signoria probably packs a bigger punch when it comes to proximity to great art, but the area around the church of Santa Maria Novella and San Lorenzo is close to the railway station and markets, and the cafes and bars here are poplar with Florentines as well as visitors.

The Best Hotels in Florence's Historic Centre if you want to Sleep like a Medici

• Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo is a fabulous property choc-a-block with original features and furniture, in an unbeatable location. Family owned and run, it is a spectacular residence overlooking the Duomo.
• Firenze Number Nine is a beautifully restored 17th century palazzo simply exuding glamour and luxury. The 42 rooms are decorated in warm, golden hues, harking back to the building’s regal past, and there are some marvellous frescoed ceilings. There’s also an expansive spa.

For a romantic stay

• Casa Howard is a chic B&B guesthouse converted from a Florentine palazzo. Owned by textile designers, their forte is very much in evidence in all of the individually designed rooms. With fresh flowers everywhere and honesty bars on each floor.

For superb location

• Garibaldi Blu is a designer, 22 room hotel in a great location overlooking the church of Santa Maria Novella, five minutes from the Duomo and close to the station as well. The rooms are large and uncluttered, with some whimsical design features, and the best of them have views over the piazza.
• JK Place Firenze is a chic, sophisticated, 20 room hotel - small enough for there to be a lovely, personalised element to your stay. The decor and vibe is boutique-y, and the comfort level is high. There’s also a rooftop bar and a courtyard dining room.

For a modern hotel

• The Gallery Hotel Art is a fabulous design hotel in central Florence with chic rooms and suites with contemporary art and private terraces with views over Florence.
• The Continentale is modern and fashionable, yet still very romantic, with light open spaces, outdoor sitting areas with magnificent views, and a luxurious spa.

For great value

• The Hotel Rosso 23 is a beautiful old building carefully renovated into a 45 room contemporary style hotel. The now modern rooms and living areas are in reds, blacks and greys and there’s a lovely inner courtyard and breakfast room. A short walk from the Duomo. Room rates start from under €90 per night.

For families

• The Residenza d’Epoca in Piazza Della Signoria has just ten rooms - but they’re quite something, with frescoed ceilings and parquet floors. The communal breakfast is highly regarded and this is a great option for families or groups.

The Best B&Bs in Florence's Historic Centre

• The Hermitage is a perfectly located boutique B&B with rooftop views of the Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo and across the Centro Storico. There are 28 compact, yet elegant rooms, are with antiques, plus a charming sitting room with a fully stocked bar for guests and a fantastic roof terrace where you can take breakfast and plan your day on a life sized map of Florence's historic centre.

If you haven’t found your idea of the 10 best hotels in Florence's Centro Storico on our Guru’s list you could:

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Florence?
• Or you might want to consider our Guru’s collection of the best hotels near the Piazza Santa Croce? or our list of the 5 best hotels on Florence's Oltrarno?
• Or what about browsing the 10 best luxury hotels in Florence, the best spa hotels in Florence or the best boutique hotels in Florence
• Or you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

The 10 Best Hotels in Florence's Centro Storico

 

Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

posted Monday, 15th August 2022