Ginori al Duomo Hotel  

In the heart of Florence’s historic centre, a boutique hotel steps out onto Via dei Ginori just about 150 m from the Duomo. A short walk from the Gallery of the Academy, Piazza del Duomo and Santa Maria Novella train station, it’s a family-friendly base for sightseeing on foot.

Housed in a 16th-century Renaissance building, the hotel mixes antique furnishings with modern comforts across 25 individually decorated rooms. Expect memory-foam beds with Egyptian cotton, minibars and espresso makers, rainfall showers and some rooms with frescoed ceilings or exposed wood beams. Wind down in an atmospheric 14th-century wine cellar after a day of wandering.

Soak in a seasonal outdoor pool tucked in the garden or ease into the jacuzzi/hot tub and sauna. There’s a spa/steam area, poolside bar and daily complimentary reception. Concierge, limited onsite parking and shuttle/transfer services (surcharge) make logistics simple, and the hotel runs wine-tasting evenings in the cellar.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet across the property and a 24-hour business center. A conference/meeting room is available for business gatherings; 24-hour reception and limo/town-car services help with arrivals and transfers.

Cantina Ginori al Duomo serves Italian cuisine on site, plus a cafe/coffee spot and a poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are offered daily (fee applies), 24-hour room service is available, and the wine cellar hosts tasting evenings that showcase local vintages.