The Piazza della Signoria, in Florence’s Historic Centre, probably felt like the centre of everything during the Renaissance. This is where you’ll find the Duomo, and if you were to draw a circle around the maze of narrow streets and palatial piazzas around it, it would include the Uffizi, the Accademia Gallery, the Pitti Palace and the Bargello. Plus churches, cafes, bars restaurants, boutiques… It still feels very much like the centre of everything now. And the 5 best hotels near the Piazza della Signoria are definitely some of the best places to stay in Florence.
Take your place in one of the cafes around the square and admire the many sculptures and varying styles of architecture that surround you, from the 14th century Palazzo Vecchio to the equally ancient and beautiful Loggia dei Lanzi, which now doubles as an open air sculpture gallery, and behind which you'll find the Uffizi.
The Uffizi, full of art owned by the Medicis, needs plenty of time, and, if you want to really experience the grandeur of Florence as the Medici’s did you can travel from the Uffizi to their other palaces, the Palazzo Pitti and the Palazzo Vecchio, via the kilometre long Corridoio Vasariano, which links them all. And is linked with more great art. Some of us will also need to leave plenty of time for the Via de’ Tornabuoni, an incredibly beautiful street lined with Renaissance palaces and Italian fashion houses.
The Residenza d’Epoca in Piazza Della Signoria has just ten individually designed rooms - but they’re quite something, some with frescoed ceilings and views of the Piazza and all with parquet floors and antique furnishings. The communal breakfast is highly regarded and this is a great option for families or groups as there are three small apartments (sleeping from 2 to 5) on offer too.
Between the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio, the Hotel Brunelleschi is a boutique, romantic hideaway in the heart of Florence. Chic rooms are spoiling with views and comfort, and the hotel has its very own museum and Roman bath remains. The 96 rooms vary in luxury but are consistent in modern neutral décor. The most lavish suites have balconies offering views of both the Duomo and the Palazzo Vecchio.
The Gallery Hotel Art is a fabulous design hotel in central Florence with chic rooms and suites with contemporary art and some with private terraces with views over Florence.
Or you could try N4U, a family-friendly B&B in a historic tower over 1,000 years old. The hotel's six eclectic, colour-themed rooms are comfortable, spacious and deliciously quirky. All have views of the historic centre of Florence and a private bathroom, and they start from arond €110 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)
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
Fabulous design hotel in central Florence. Contemporary art, high couture, and the comforts of a luxury hotel. Chic bedrooms and suites with views over Florence from private terraces. City style and art combined.
Florence (3, Duomo)
Positioning between the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio makes this 4* boutique a romantic hideaway in the heart of Florence. Chic rooms are spoiling with views and comfort. Be warned, proximity to some of the most famous works of art might mean you can't sleep at night! Tower Bar is popular hangout.
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