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Fiesole, 50014 Nightly Rates(1,402.80 - 4,384.22)4 Star
Property Description
Hotel Villa San Michele is a former 15th century monastery with superb views of Florence. With a façade designed by Michelangelo, the hotel offers an elegant and luxurious atmosphere - the perfect setting for rest and relaxation. All rates include a full American breakfast buffet. Seasonal Hotel: Closes for season on November 19th 2006 after breakfast. Hotel reopens for season on March 22, 2007. Hotel closes for season from November 18, 2007 to March 21, 2008
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Concierge
Courtesy Car
Free Local Telephone Calls
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Modem Lines in Room
Modem Lines in Room
Pool
Restaurant
Room Service
Safe Deposit Box
Fitness Center or Spa
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
Room Information
Guest Rooms
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* C1K - Standard room, with cloister or hanging vegetation view, with king bed, equipped with satellite TV, minibar, large marble bathroom with tub and shower. Main building. * C2T - Standard room, with cloister or hanging vegetation view, with twin beds, equipped with satellite TV, minibar, large marble bathroom with tub and shower. Main building. * B1K - Superior room, with cloister or hanging vegetation view, with king bed, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, large marble bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower, double basins. All recently renovated. Main building. * B2T - Superior room, with cloister or hanging vegetation view, with twin beds, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, large marble bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower, double basins. All recently renovated. Main building. * A1K - Deluxe room, with Florence or garden view, with king bed, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, large marble bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower, double basins. All recently renovated. Main building. * A2T - Deluxe room, with Florence or garden view, with twin beds, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, large marble bathroom with bathtub and walk-in shower, double basins. All recently renovated. Main building. * D1D - Standard Room, Cloister or hanging vegetation view. Equipped with satellite TV, minibar, large marble bathroom with tub and shower. Main building. * A1J - Deluxe Junior Suite with private terrace and Florence view, located in the garden. Large room with sitting/area, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, large marble bathroom with bathtub, separate shower and double basins. Tastefully decorated. * B1J - Superior Junior Suite with private terrace and garden view, located in the garden. Large room with sitting/area, minibar, satellite TV, DVD, large marble bathroom with bathtub, separate shower and double basins. Beautifully decorated. * C1J - Executive Junior Suite with secluded garden, located in the garden with Florence valley view. Large room with sitting/ area, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, large marble bathroom with bathtub, separate shower and double basins. Comfortable and charming. * A1S - Deluxe 1Bdrm Suite in main building with breathtaking view of Florence. Fireplace, satellite TV, DVD, minibar, fax machine, large marble bathroom with bathtub, separate shower and double baisins. Exquisite decoration. * A1V - Deluxe Suite located in the Limonaia building with private garden or terrace. Built outside in the garden on the site were monks used to store oranges and lemons. Breathtaking view over Florence and Hotels? garden. Large living room, kitchenette, satellite TV, DVD, fax machine. Large marble bathroom with bathtub and separate shower and double basins. Privileged position and tastefully furnished.
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All rates are subject to availability.
Miscellaneous Information
Euro is the native currency.
Check in time is 2:00 PM
Check out time is 12:00 PM
Opened in 1600
Renovated in 1999
41 rooms.
0 suites.
4 floors.
Directions
Hotel Villa San Michele is located six miles from Florence Peretola Domestic Airport and 50 miles from Pisa International Airport.
Peretola Airport is six miles away and Pisa International Airport is 50 miles away.
Guarantee Policy
Credit card required
Cancellation Policy
48 hours prior to arrival
Restaurant Information
Loggia Terrace Restaurant
The Loggia Terrace Restaurant provides one of the most unique dining venues in Europe, overlooking Florence and the Arno Valley. In cooler weather the indoor Cloister Restaurant is used. Both feature the very finest in Tuscan and regional Italian specialities. House specialities include home made pasta, mushrooms and meat.
The Terrace Bar
The terrace bar is a popular rendez-vous, and there is a cocktail bar in the ancient refectory of the monastery, dominated by stunning antique frescos. The terrace and the garden can also provide a memorable backdrop to banquets, parties and receptions for up to 80 guests.
Recreation Information
Sporting Facilities
* Swimming pool - heated with spectacular views of Florence. Open from late spring to early autumn. * Golf - Ugolino Golf Course in the Chianti Valley. 18 holes. 45 minutes from the hotel. * Horse riding - available at the Cascine Park. Five miles from the hotel. * Health club - Small gymnasium next to the pool. Massage possible on request.
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