“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.”
“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.”
Hotel Review
If you want the benefit of Florence’s art treasures without the traffic and crowds, the old-fashioned, family-run The Bencistà is a good choice. Situated just under Fiesole in beautiful terraced gardens overlooking Florence, it is filled with antiques and quirky corners. No two bedrooms are alike; try and book one with a view. A long time favourite of ours ... long may it continue in just the same vein. Most guests have dinner here, which is announced with a bell at 7.30 and is generally served by members of the family. Very "Room with a view"
Written by Nicky Swallow
Recommended For
- Country Escape
- This grand country house offers a quiet escape just outside of Florence
- Families
- Spacious family suites are offered and even the dog is allowed!
- Sights nearby
- You can see it from the terrace, but be sure to go into Florence for a day of exploring the local history
- Art Classes
- Art and photography enthusiasts will find plenty of inspiration from the jaw dropping views
- Great walks
- Stroll through the surrounding Tuscan olive groves
- Cycling
- Explore the Tuscan countryside by bicycle
- Child friendly
- Babysitting services avaliable.
- Owner managed
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Literary
- Free wifi
- Outstanding location
- Sit-out Terrace
- Full of character
- Traditional
- Restaurant
- Artworks
- Historic
- Gym
- Antiques
- Disabled access
- Wellbeing
- Charming
- Intimate
- Romantic
- Views
Facilities
- Garden
- Beautiful terraced gardens overlooking Florence.
- Child friendly
- Babysitting services avaliable.
- Parking
- On site parking
- Free wifi
- Bar
- Bicycles available
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Internet
- Sauna/Steam
- Meeting Room
- Cots available
- Massage
- Sit-out Terrace
- Hot Tub
- Restaurant
- Gym
- Sitting Room
- Room service
- Disabled access
- Business Centre
- Concierge
- Wifi
- Views
- Games room
Activities
- Sights nearby
- You can see it from the terrace, but be sure to go into Florence for a day of exploring the local history
- Art Classes
- Art and photography enthusiasts will find plenty of inspiration from the jaw dropping views
- Great walks
- Stroll through the surrounding Tuscan olive groves
- Cycling
- Explore the Tuscan countryside by bicycle
Map & Location
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See What They Say
Why do people love staying in your hotel? Normally our guests love to stay at the Bencista because they feel at home in a charming location with a friendly and authentic Italian family. They enjoy the silence and peacefulness of our terraces overlooking Florence which often inspired and relaxed them.
What is there to do in the area? In Fiesole there is a wonderful roman theatre, and an archeological museum with roman and Etruscan finds. Fiesole is also really well known for trekking in fact there are lots of nice walks as well as bike paths. Not to mention the fact that Florence is very well connected with the bus nr.7 and just 20 minutes away from us.
What kind of breakfast do you offer? We serve a very genuine breakfast. The ingredients come from local producers and the food is freshly made by our chefs. In addition to the normal continental breakfast we serve some special Tuscan dishes for example Bread with tomatoes seasoned with our home-made extra-virgin olive oil.
Do you offer other meals? And can you recommend good places to eat out locally? During the warm weather we serve breakfast, lunch, aperitifs and dinner on the terrace from where guests can enjoy the breathtaking view of Florence. In our Restaurant we serve a three course meal, everyday chosen according to the season products and freshly made by our chefs.
Which are your most popular room types, and why? We have all sorts of room types, our peculiarity is the view given by the position of the house that gives a 360° panorama on Florence and its surrounding countryside. The rooms are furnished with original furniture from different ages before 1900. Even if we are not very far from the city, our house is characterized by a special peacefulness.
What message would you like to give Hotel Guru readers? If you are looking for an authentic, refined experience rooted in culture and art; Bencistà suits you.
