THE PLACE FIRENZE, Florence – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Place Firenze offers 20 rooms spread over four floors, wrapping around a courtyard with Moroccan lamps. Rooms feature blond oak floors, four-poster beds with wool drapes, and antique fireplaces. The Duplex Junior Suite includes a living area with a white sofa-bed, a walk-in closet, and views of Santa Maria Novella Square. The Panoramic Loft has two levels, with a living room on the lower floor and a bedroom with a walk-in shower upstairs. All rooms include LED satellite TVs, free Wi-Fi, and a complimentary minibar.
Dining & Drinks
Breakfast is served à la carte or in-room, with options like French toast, pancakes with maple syrup, and eggs made to order. The all-day menu includes tuna tartare, pasta dishes, and grilled octopus with avocado cream. The Champagne Bar serves Florentine roast coffee, Tuscan cookies, and signature cocktails. The Terrace overlooks Santa Maria Novella Church and offers organic Tuscan specialties for lunch, dinner, or aperitifs.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can visit museums with dressing-up experiences, take a Land Rover Defender safari on a nearby farm, or join pizza-making and painting lessons. The TV Room has a large flat-screen and oversized sofas. The rooftop terrace provides panoramic views of Florence. The Lounge features an open fireplace and wingback chairs for evening drinks.
Location & Transport
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Station and 10 km from Peretola Airport. It overlooks Santa Maria Novella Square and is near Via Tournabuoni's designer boutiques. Key landmarks include the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (0.5 km), Pitti Palace (1 km), and Basilica of Santa Croce (1.5 km).
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides antibacterial hand sanitizers by Dr. Vranjes in public areas. Bathrooms include custom-made amber-scented toiletries. Guests have free access to Florence Fitness. Private events can be hosted in the Lounge or Terrace. Room service, LED satellite TVs, and complimentary minibars are standard. The concierge arranges museum visits and farm safaris.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Baby pushchair
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were very clean and the bed was comfortable, but the smell of garlic and pizza was a bit overwhelming. The access to the in yard between the two buildings was small but convenient.
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