A list by Anna Holt & Elli Nordin. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with hotels with great views in Florence, Italy. Hotels with wonderful rooftop views and city views and properties with views over the Arno River, Ponte Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio River Arno. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
La Terrazza Sul Duomo is set in a historical building in the centre of Florence. It offers a terrace and views of the city, a few steps from Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. With free WiFi throughout, all air-conditioned rooms come with a Smart TV and an electric kettle. The private bathrooms are complete with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 10-minute walk from La Terrazza Sul Duomo. Peretola Airport is 7 km away.Show full description
Rooftop bar. Boasting exquisite views over Ponte Vecchio, the Continentale is a unique design hotel. Enjoy chic, contemporary décor, a glamorous atmosphere and customized service. Enjoy a cocktail in La Terrazza, the hotel's rooftop bar offering panoramic views of the Ponte Vecchio and River Arno. Owned by the Florentine fashion label Ferragamo, the Continentale is themed to recall Italy's 1950s, yet reinterpreted in a glittering, modern style throughout the common areas and the rooms. Rooms feature sheer-draped beds, light wood furniture, oak floors and flowing curtains. Bathrooms include Salvatore Ferragamo toiletries. The public areas include a bar, 1 relaxation room and 2 meeting rooms. Massages and beauty treatments by Comfort Zone can be booked on request at the White Iris Bauty Spa. The Belltower by Giotto and the Cathedral are both within 10 minutes' walk of the property.Show full description
Very stylish. Great for yoga. Featuring panoramic views of Florence and the Arno River, Portrait Firenze offers luxurious rooms with handcrafted furniture. This hotel is 30 metres from the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge. The spacious suites come with full entertainment systems including an iPad, iPod docking station, and a flat-screen TV. The studio also includes a dishwasher and coffee machine. Bathrobes, slippers, and Ferragamo toiletries are provided in the Carrara marble bathroom. The Caffè dell'Oro bistrot restaurant is open from 7:00 until 22:00 and offers a wide range of dining options designed by the Michelin-starred chef. An exclusive Lifestyle Assistant will be at your disposal throughout the stay to cater to your needs. Guests can enjoy access to the nearby White Iris Beauty Spa of the sister hotel Continentale, set 20 metres from the property, where beauty treatments by Comfort Zone are available at extra costs. Piazza della Signoria is a 5-minute walk from the property, while Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral is 600 metres away.Show full description
This is one of the most STYLISH boutique hotels in Florence. It also has good yoga facilities!
Hip. Rooftop pool. Located in central Florence, 400 metres from Fortezza da Basso, Hotel Glance In Florence offers a lounge bar, a rooftop outdoor pool with panoramic views of the city. It also features free WiFi access. With a contemporary décor, the rooms come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower or bathtub, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury items, fresh fruits and vegetable extracted juices is served each morning at the hotel. Meeting facilities are available on site. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 500 metres from Hotel Glance in Florence. The Ponte Vecchio Bridge and Florence Cathedral are a 10-minute walk away. Florence Airport is 5 km away.Show full description
Historic. B&B A Florence View is located in a historic building of 3 floors, set just in front of the Cathedral. All rooms come with air-conditioning and a private bathroom, and most rooms offer views of the square. A Florence View's rooms are furnished in a typical Tuscan style. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. The property is a 10-minute walk from Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station.Show full description
Beautiful. This elegant 4-star hotel features a rooftop terrace overlooking the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. It offers a varied hot and cold buffet breakfast and a central location in Florence. The hotel is 5 minutes' walk from Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Both Florence Cathedral and Accademia Gallery are 10 minutes away on foot. Set in a picturesque square, Hotel Santa Maria Novella offers luxury accommodation. Rooms and suites are large and air conditioned. They come with free Wi-Fi, a minibar and tea and coffee-making facilities. Guests at the Santa Maria Novella Hotel have a free sauna and fitness room. You can relax with a drink from the bar up on the roof.Show full description
Beach front location. Lively. Rooftop restaurant. The panoramic terrace on the top floor of Hotel Kraft is equipped with a roof garden, a restaurant, and a swimming pool which is heated during the winter. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 5-minute walk away. Rooms offer air conditioning, a TV, and a minibar. Buffet breakfast is served daily. Each room features carpeted or parquet floors, and a private bathroom with bath or shower. Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral is a 15-minute walk from Kraft Hotel. The Kraft Hotel is set in a quiet, residential area of Florence, close to the River Arno and Ponte Vecchio. Parking is available at 20€ per night without valet service and 25€ per night with valet service.Show full description
The hotel is located in a great spot for views of the city, with the Duomo being particularly lovely at sunset. The rooftop pool and restaurant are the star attraction, with beautiful views over Florence.
Lively. Rooftop bar. Set right on the bank of the Arno River, Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is 10 minutes’ walk from Piazza della Signoria. It boasts air-conditioned rooms, a 24-hour reception and traditional restaurant. Guests can also enjoy views from the Empireo rooftop bar and pool. Santa Maria Maggiore di Firenze is 15 minutes’ walk away, while Piazzale Michelangelo with panoramic views across Florence is less than 1.5 km from the hotel. Offering free Wi-Fi, elegant rooms at the Lucchesi come with a satellite flat-screen TV and minibar. Some have a balcony and/or overlook the Arno River or the Church of Santa Croce. An American breakfast is served buffet style. It consists of both sweet and savoury food. The restaurant offers local specialities.Show full description
Just look at this gorgeous hotel with breathtaking views overlooking the bank of the D'Arno and the hillside of the Michaelango Plaza. The rooms are spacious with a private terrace, and the rooftop pool is brilliant after the day of exploring the city.
Great for yoga. Hotel Balestri faces the Arno River in Florence city centre. Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery are 400 metres away. It features a roof terrace with lovely city views. Some have a balcony, and some boast views of the Arno River. Rooms are elegantly furnished, air-conditioned and offer satellite TV. They include a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The hotel’s public spaces are decorated in a classic style with antique furniture. Guests can enjoy a drink at the bar, where light snacks are available. The reception is open 24 hours a day and can provide information about tourist and cultural activities in and around Florence. The Balestri Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Florence Cathedral, and 1.5 km from Santa Maria Novella Train Station.Show full description
Cosy. Rooftop restaurant. Located next to the Ponte Vecchio, Hotel Hermitage offers panoramic views of Florence’s historic centre from its rooftop terrace. It features air-conditioned traditional rooms with TV and private bathroom. Some have views of the Arno River. Guests can enjoy cappuccino and pastries, or a drink from the bar, while admiring views of the Palazzo Vecchio. Rooms at the Hermitage have a shower or spa bath, and are decorated with antique furniture and Florentine rugs. The Hermitage Hotel provides a continental buffet breakfast, served on the terrace in warm weather. The Uffizi Gallery is just 200 metres from the Florence Hermitage. Staff at the hotel can assist with tours and excursions.Show full description
Nice style. Located in the centre of Florence, Tornabuoni Suites Collection is just 300 metres from the Ponte Vecchio bridge. Offering free WiFi, this property is set on the top floors of a historic building. Overlooking the city, the modern and elegant suites feature air conditioning, a seating area, and satellite flat-screen TV. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Tornabuoni Suites is surrounded by designer boutiques and only a 5-minute walk from Piazza della Signoria square and Florence Cathedral. The Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 900 metres away.Show full description
Highly elegant. Set along the Arno River with stunning views of the Ponte Vecchio, The St. Regis Florence is set in a historical building designed by Brunelleschi. Boasting a restaurant, this 5-star hotel features a spa, gym, and luxury rooms with antique furnishings. Each room at the St. Regis features Florentine-style furniture and marble bathrooms. Amenities include a multimedia system with films, sports and entertainment, and a digital jukebox. WiFi is free throughout. A buffet breakfast is available daily. The hotel's restaurant Winter Garden serves modern dishes based on Tuscan and Mediterranean cuisine. At the bar, guests can enjoy the famous evening ritual with contemporary finger food, care of chef Gentian Shehi. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 500 metres away, while the Cathedral is 1 km from the property.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most ELEGANT hotel with great views in Florence.
Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Hotel Villa Agape is near the Arcetri Observatory in Florence, and is surrounded by a 8-hectare park with olive and cypress trees. A free round-trip shuttle service to the city centre is available at the property. All air-conditioned rooms come with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Most overlook the Pian dei Giullari hills, and some are located in an annex building. Former residence of the Duchess Anna D'Orleans, the property features an elegant lounge with open fireplace, TV and piano. Parking is free at the property, which is a 5-minute drive from the panoramic terrace in Piazzale Michelangelo.Show full description
The most beautiful, relaxing and unique hotel with great views in Florence. Soooo nice!
Lively. Rooftop restaurant. Set on the banks of the River Arno, La Scaletta is a 15th-century building located between Florence's Ponte Vecchio bridge and Palazzo Pitti. Its rooftop terrace is open all year and offers panoramic views. the bright rooms display neutral colours and hardwood floors. All air conditioned, they feature an LCD TV, minibar and free Wi-Fi. A continental buffet breakfast is available on request. You can enjoy drinks and Tuscan cuisine at the hotel bar and restaurant. Meals are served on the terrace from May until September. La Scaletta Hotel is just across the river from the Uffizi Gallery and 10 minutes on foot from Florence's cathedral, the Duomo. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 15 minutes' walk away.Show full description
Beach front location. Lovely property. Great views. The luxury Villa Tolomei Hotel & Resort is surrounded by a 20-hectare garden with vineyards, olive groves and an outdoor pool. It is within 4 km of the historic centre of Florence and the Boboli Gardens. Free WiFi and free parking are provided. Elegant and spacious, rooms at this restored Renaissance villa overlook the beautiful gardens. Each is air conditioned and features frescoed ceilings, classic furnishings and a seating area. The à la carte restaurant offers a combination of traditional Tuscan dishes and fine cuisine, accompanied by a choice of local wines. Each morning you will be served a buffet-style continental breakfast. Villa Tolomei has a gym and panoramic terrace, and is a 15-minute drive from the Uffizi Gallery and the Ponte Vecchio bridge. Florence's Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 4.5 km away.Show full description
Close to beach front. Unique. Great views. Offering panoramic views across Florence and the Tuscan hills, Eden Rock Resort offers elegant spacious suites with fully equipped cooking facilities. Its garden features a swimming pool. Eden Rock stands out for its characteristic stone façade and modern interiors. All air-conditioned, suites here feature free WiFi access and a flat-screen TV with Sky channels. You will also find a DVD player, minibar and a private bathroom with slippers and toiletries. A varied buffet breakfast is served each morning and drinks are available from the bar throughout the day. Ask staff for tips on some of the best local restaurants. Santa Maria Novella Train Station in central Florence is 6 km away and can be reached by local bus number 25. Private parking is provided.Show full description
A perfect place to escape, like being in the garden of Eden! The restaurant terrace, bedroom, and large balcony are some of the best places in the hotel to enjoy the views.
Historic property. Rooftop bar. Palazzo Gaddi is housed in the Renaissance Palazzo Gaddi, dating back to 1596 and boasting traditional Florentine Baroque halls. It is 400 metres from Florence Cathedral and its rooftop terrace offers spectacular city views. This elegantly renovated hotel features free WiFi throughout and rooms with frescoed walls and antique furniture. All rooms are air conditioned and offer a satellite TV, minibar and safe. Drinks and snacks are served on the terrace. Palazzo Gaddi restaurant offers Tuscan and Mediterranean specialities, as well as themed menus. There is also a spacious bar next to the hall. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 5-minute walk away. The staff at reception can help you choose and organise tours to the surrounding areas. You can explore the many Medici Villas and their large gardens, tour in the Chianti region or discover small medieval cities such as San Gimignano and Volterra.Show full description
I think this is one of the most HISTORIC luxury hotels in Florence.
Charming. Hotel Principe is a boutique hotel, set along the River Arno in the centre of Florence. Set in an aristocratic residence from 1860, it is just a 10-minute walk from the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery. Some rooms feature terraces or lovely views of the river and the city's historic bridges. This elegant hotel combines old-world charm with modern facilities, including satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Other rooms overlook the hotel's floral garden. The Principe Hotel provides free parking. You can walk to Florence's main sights in under 15 minutes.Show full description
I rate this as the most CHARMING hotel with great views in Florence.
Beach front location. Trendy. Rooftop bar. Just around the corner from Santa Maria Novella Church and the train station, Florence's Hotel Croce di Malta is a former convent featuring a lovely inner garden with swimming pool. The rooftop terrace offers spectacular views over the city’s beautiful domes and bell towers. Some rooms have 2 private bathrooms or offer views of the garden. The rooms offer air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a satellite flat-screen TV. The floors are carpeted or in terracotta tiles. The restaurant of Croce di Malta Hotel serves classic Italian cuisine. Breakfast is served daily until 10:00.Show full description
Creative. Just 500 metres from Basilica di Santa Croce Church, this unique design hotel offers white minimalist rooms with free Wi-Fi. The Uffizi Gallery is a 12-minute walk away. All rooms at Hotel Home provide flat-screen satellite TV with pay-per-view channels, and a minibar. Some rooms offer a balcony with views of the historic centre. Breakfast is buffet style, and includes fresh fruit, sweet pastries and cappuccino coffee. The billiard room and fitness centre are open all day, and free of charge. Buses 13 and 14 stop 50 metres from the hotel and go to Santa Maria Novella Train Station. The hotel is 7 km from the Firenze Sud exit of the A1 motorway, and public parking is available nearby.Show full description
This might be the most creative and cosy hotel with great views in Florence.
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