Hotel de La Ville in Florence

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Hotel de La Ville is a luxurious four star property located in the heart of historic Florence, on 'luxury street' where many of the city's best designer shops can be found. The hotel was completely renovated in 2005, upgrading all the guest rooms and public spaces with the modern luxuries and amenities you'd expect from a four star property. The hotel's location means you're minutes away from the many historical and cultural wonders and sights of the city. Enjoying Florence in style has never been easier.

In the heart of the historical center, overlooking the charming Piazza Antinori, lies the building where the Hotel De La Ville is now located, one of the most prestigious and famous facilities in Florence. The hotel has always been a point of reference for famous guests including aristocratic Florentine families, politicians, and famous cultural and entertainment figures, drawn by the elegant and luxurious ambiance and top quality services which are offered to them. Junior Suites are spacious double or twin rooms with a large living area with sofas and a table. Some rooms overlook Piazza Antinori and the splendid facade of the Church of Santi Michele e Gaetano. The Junior Suites are all equipped with an exclusive bathroom with tub.

Hotel De La Ville is located in Piazza Antinori, in the heart of the historical centre of Florence, right in front of one of the most representative buildings of seventeenth century Florence: the Church of Santi Michele e Gaetano. Around the hotel are characteristic charming alleys lined with majestic Renaissance buildings and luxurious elegant streets like Via Tornabuoni with its designer boutiques including Gucci, Prada, Cartier and Tiffany. Strolling around in the area near the hotel one immediately gets the true sense of the city: the age-old artisan workshops, which seem to remain unchanged over the centuries, the architectural wonders of the Duomo, Basilica of San Lorenzo and Piazza della Signoria, and the delicatessens and trattorias for discovering the authentic tastes of tradition. The Church of Santi Michele e Gaetano: The origins of the Church of Santi Michele e Gaetano date back to the eleventh century, but the original building was radically changed around 1600. The external facade is built entirely of pietra forte and represents a sublime example of Florentine Baroque. The sides of the chapels contain one of the most important seventeenth century marble cycles with marble statues depicting the Apostles and Evangelists. Walking distance from Ponte Vecchio, The Dome or Cathedral of Florence, Uffizi Gallery, Accademy of Fine Arts or Michelangelos Museum, Congress centre, Santa Maria Novella, Market of San Lorenzo... and more.

The hotel is located in the heart of Florence ideal for easy access to all major tourist attractions. It is situated in one of the most elegant and exclusive shopping streets of Italy.

The rooms differ in size and some are split level with a private lounge. All have been decorated to a very high standard in a traditional style with elegant wood furnishings and sofas. Each room has also been sound-proofed.

There is no restaurant available but the hotel has a beautiful breakfast room decorated in a traditional style with classic hessian wallpaper, parquet flooring and all in shades of pink.

The lobby is long and narrow with an unusual mix of traditional and modern styles, featuring a hoy wood front desk surrounded by luxurious glass and marble towers and chandeliers. The hotel also has a beautiful lounge with a piano bar, decorated in a very traditional style.

The building itself is one of the oldest palaces in this famous street dating from Renaissance times and has been well kept.

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Located in the heart of the historical centre of Florence, the Hotel De La Ville overlooks the charming Piazza Antinori and is one of the most prestigious buildings in this beautiful city. Drawn by the elegant and luxurious ambience and top quality services which are offered, the hotel attracts a range of famous guests from aristocratic Florentine families to cultural and entertainment figures. The Lobby Bar offers a refined environment with it's warm pomegranate upholstered furniture, and all the guest rooms are soundproofed and furnished in a sophisticated and elegant style.

This 4-star elegant hotel is situated in the heart of Florence, overlooking the charming Piazza Antinori. It offers high-quality service, pleasant environment and comfortable accommodation in an excellent location. The hotel is located in Piazza Antinori right by the Church of St. Michele and Gaetano. The luxury shopping street Via Tornabuoni is just a few steps away while Piazza Duomo, Uffizi gallery, Ponte Vecchio are all 5 to 10 min walk away. The hotel is also conveniently situated near the main train station which has direct bus connections to Florence-Vespucci airport (only 7km away). The property is a historical palazzo building. Junior suites are quite spacious with a corner living area with sofas and a table. Some rooms overlook Piazza Antinori. All rooms are decorated in a sophisticated and elegant style and are sound-proofed. Bathrooms are large, well equipped and have a bathtub. There is no restaurant in the hotel but there is a nice American bar and a snack bar. Continental buffet breakfast is included (7:00-10:30).

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By car- From freeway A1 exit Firenze Certosa- Follow the signs for the center (centro) until Porta Romana- Take Via Romana and Via Maggio- Cross Ponte Santa Trinit- Take Via Tornabuoni to Piazza AntinoriBy planeUpon request Hotel De La Ville may organize for its guests a transfer service to and from Florences airport.It is also possible to get to the hotel:- by taxi- with the public shuttle bus which stops at Santa Maria Novella train stationThe distance from the airport to the hotel is around 5 km.By trainFrom Santa Maria Novella train station you can take a taxi or walk to Hotel De La Ville. From the square in front of the station take Via degli Avelli which flanks the Church of Santa Maria Novella and then take part of Via Belle Donne until you run into the street on your left which leads to Piazza Antinori, where Hotel De La Ville is located at number 1.