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“A century-old palace, with a rich view of the Arno. Inside is a world of period elegance with opulent fabrics, fine tapestries, and ornate antiques decorating each unique space. With a state-of-the-art fitness studio, a rooftop bar and a fine dining restaurant, it's a fairytale city escape.”

“A century-old palace, with a rich view of the Arno. Inside is a world of period elegance with opulent fabrics, fine tapestries, and ornate antiques decorating each unique space. With a state-of-the-art fitness studio, a rooftop bar and a fine dining restaurant, it's a fairytale city escape.”

Recommended For

  • Sights nearby
  • Stroll the cobblestone streets to Piazza della Signoria, where art and history meet in an open-air showcase of statues
  • Museums
  • Relish the mastery of Renaissance art at the nearby Uffizi Gallery, home to works by Botticelli and Michelangelo
  • Weddings
  • Experience your dream wedding with lavish settings and impeccable service, ensuring a day to remember
  • City Style
  • Immerse in chic luxury with stunning river views and a rooftop bar perfect for a stylish city break
  • Designer Shopping
  • Engage in retail therapy at the boutique-lined Ponte Vecchio, famous for its artisan jewelers and picturesque charm
  • Great walks
  • Experience a serene morning jog along the Arno River, basking in the tranquility of Florence at dawn
  • Restaurant
  • Delight in the flavours of Tuscany with a rooftop dinner, offering panoramic views of Florence's terracotta skyline
  • Pet friendly
  • The hotel allows one dog (18kg/ 40lbs) per room and provides a dog bowl, bed, mat and a Pet Welcome Kit
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Some of the suites boast terraces with amazing views
  • Views
  • Gourmet
  • Family Suites
  • Full of character
  • Luxury
  • Disabled access
  • 5* Luxury
  • Gym
  • Chic
  • Artworks
  • Spa

Facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Delight in the flavours of Tuscany with a rooftop dinner, offering panoramic views of Florence's terracotta skyline
  • Pet friendly
  • The hotel allows one dog (18kg/ 40lbs) per room and provides a dog bowl, bed, mat and a Pet Welcome Kit
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • Some of the suites boast terraces with amazing views
  • Meeting Room
  • Views
  • Business Centre
  • Family Suites
  • Bar
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Laundry
  • Massage
  • Air conditioning
  • Wifi
  • Concierge
  • Suites
  • Disabled access
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Spa

Activities

  • Sights nearby
  • Stroll the cobblestone streets to Piazza della Signoria, where art and history meet in an open-air showcase of statues
  • Museums
  • Relish the mastery of Renaissance art at the nearby Uffizi Gallery, home to works by Botticelli and Michelangelo
  • Designer Shopping
  • Engage in retail therapy at the boutique-lined Ponte Vecchio, famous for its artisan jewelers and picturesque charm
  • Great walks
  • Experience a serene morning jog along the Arno River, basking in the tranquility of Florence at dawn

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The Westin Excelsior

A short walk to the Duomo and Santa Maria Novella train station, this hotel offers Old World touches like stained glass and tapestries, rooms that look out on the Arno River, and a rooftop bar with 360-degree views of the city.

Originally published by Conde Nast (view article)