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36 | Florence grAnd Hotel VillA medici o o o o o A splendid 18 th century residence in the heart of Florence, the Grand Hotel Villa Medici offers 100 rooms and suites furnished in classic or contemporary style. The Lorenzo de Medici restaurant and the Conservatory, which overlooks the garden and the swimming pool, serve local specialities in a refined atmosphere. Enjoy the jockey bar, fitness center, meeting and banqueting facilities, and WiFi in public areas. Hotel lungArno o o o o o Owned by the Ferragamo family, this sophisticated and utterly charming hotel offers magical views overlooking the Arno and Ponte Vecchio. Beautifully designed by famed Florentine architect Michele Bonan, Hotel Lungarno features one of the city's finest restaurants, and an astonishing 20 th century art collection featuring works from Picasso, Cocteau, and many others. niquesA Hotel HELVETIA & BRISTOL o o o o o The Hotel Helvetia & Bristol is located right in front of Palazzo Strozzi, just off the most glamorous streets for shopping and sightseeing. Restored with the utmost respect for the period in terms of look and furnishings, the interior evokes a world of elegance and contemporary style. This is an enchanting hotel with charm, character, personalized service, and attention to detail. relAis sAntA croce o o o o o The stunning 18 th century palazzo Ciofi Jacometti is home to this exclusive hotel in the heart of Florence. Overlooking the rooftops of Florence, the Duomo, and Santa Croce Basilica, the 24 splendid rooms and suites of Relais Santa Croce offer guests high-quality comfort and luxury services and its Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant offers innovative, regional tastes for a rediscovery of traditional Tuscan cuisine. tHe st. regis Florence o o o o o Perfectly positioned in the center of the city just steps away from iconic landmarks, this luxury hotel provides an authentic setting and awe-inspiring immersion into the cradle of the Renaissance. The 81 spacious guestrooms and 19 distinctive suites are exercises in discreet opulence and refined elegance. Tuscany's renowned epicurean delights are offered in the exceptional dining venues, where indigenous flavors infuse gourmet cuisine. VillA corA o o o o o Located in a park amid plane tree woods and the Viale dei Colli gardens, the Villa Cora is just a few steps away from Boboli and the Oltrarno. This grande dame of the hills boasts 46 rooms and suites designed for the most discerning of travelers. The hotel offers the finest amenities with a heated swimming pool in the park; the gourmet Ristorante Il Pasha; and the spa and wellness center overlooking the Bobolino's Gardens. VillA lA mAssA o o o o o Immersed in the heart of Tuscany and just six miles from the historic center of Florence, this luxury retreat is set directly on the Arno River. Its three villas feature a total of 37 guestrooms, each unique with antique furnishings, local textiles, and elegant appointments. The Verrocchio Restaurant serves fresh daily selections made with local organic products and a fine selection of wines. The newly inaugurated Arno SPA offers a Turkish bath, sauna, Roman pool, plus two spa suites for treatments. tHe Westin excelsior, Florence o o o o o Neighboring the famous Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, and Pitti Palace, The Westin Excelsior, Florence combines luxurious modern accommodations with seven centuries of Florentine history. Its presence on Piazza Ognissanti is impressive, featuring newly refurbished guestrooms, a professional staff dedicated to impeccable service, and a state-of-the-art business center.