Orto De Medici Hotel

On the edge of Florence’s historic center in the San Lorenzo quarter, steps from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and minutes from the Gallery of the Academy. A short walk reaches Piazza del Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, the Accademia (David) and the Central Market.

Set inside a classic, upscale historic building, rooms are uniquely and elegantly appointed with minibars, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with bidets. Relax in cozy reading rooms or wake up to garden and rooftop terrace views after a day of sightseeing.

Enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet, a rooftop terrace and a quiet garden. Rent bicycles, book tours at the desk, use concierge and wedding services, and take advantage of room service during limited hours. Self-parking and a roundtrip airport shuttle are available for a surcharge.

Conference space and a meeting room for events, plus express check-in and check-out. Laundry and dry-cleaning services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby and multilingual staff (English, Spanish, Italian, French, Japanese) help keep business trips smooth.

Breakfast is served in a cozy room that spills out into a patio and garden, with plenty of morning choices. The hotel also offers an on-site restaurant, a bar/lounge for drinks, and limited-hours room service.