Piazza Ognisanti 1
Firenze, I-50123 Nightly Rates(551.75 - 680.50)5 Star
Property Description
A landmark of history and tradition, the Grand Hotel, Florence faces a small Renaissance square, overlooking Florence's river Arno. Since its inauguration, this splendid former 18th century palace, located near some of the world's finest museums, has been the hotel of preference for discerning international travelers in Florence. With its richly appointed rooms, attentive service, and beautiful historic setting, the hotel is a Florentine masterpiece that bridges the centuries. Named one of the "Top 75 Hotels in Europe" by Condé Nast Traveler in 2005 as well as to their 2005 and 2006 Gold Lists and a 2004 Readers' Choice winner, the Grand Hotel, Florence is indeed a special place in a very special city.
Amenities
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Business Center
Concierge
24 Hour Front Desk
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
Meeting/Banquet Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Pets Allowed
Parking
Restaurant
Safe Deposit Box
Fitness Center or Spa
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
VIP Rooms/Services
Rate Disclaimer
Actual rates may vary depending upon availability and season.
Miscellaneous Information
Euro is the native currency.
Check in time is 3 PM
Check out time is 12 Noon
Time Zone is GMT + 1 Hour
Opened in 1800
Renovated in 2001
107 rooms.
0 suites.
4 floors.
Directions
Take the A-1 and exit at Firenze Nord. Follow the signs to the city center until you reach the Arno River. At the river, follow the directions to Ponte Vecchio and follow Longarno Vespucci until you come to Piazza Ognissanti.
Follow the directions to the city center. At Piazza Della Liberta follow Viale Lavagnini around the Fortezza da Basso until you reach Viale Rosselli. At the Arno River, turn left towards Piazza Ognissanti.
Take the A-11 and follow the directions to the city center until you arrive at the Arno River. At the river, follow the directions to Ponte Vecchio and then take Lungarno Vespucci until you reach Piazza Ognissanti.
Take the A-1 and exit at Firenze Certosa. Follow directions to Florence and the city center/Via Porta Romana to Petrarca. Continue to Ponte Della Vittoria and after you cross the Arno River, turn right onto Piazza Ognissanti.
Nearby Airports: * Florence Amerigo Vespucci (Peretola) Airport - 9 Kilometers * Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei) - 80 Kilometers
Florence Amerigo Vespucci (Peretola) Airport - 9 Kilometers; Pisa International Airport (Galileo Galilei) - 80 Kilometers
Guarantee Policy
Mandatory credit card guarantee on all reservations.
Cancellation Policy
The cancellation policy will depend on which rate plan and date(s) are being booked. Please see "Rate and Policy Information" when checking availability.
Local Attractions
* Shopping Area - 0.1 mi/0.2 km * Santa Maria Novella - 0.1 mi/0.2 km * Stanford University in Florence Italy - 0.3 mi/0.4 km * Old Bridge (Ponte Vecchio) - 0.3 mi/0.5 km * Uffizi Gallery - 0.4 mi/0.6 km * Signoria Square - 0.4 mi/0.6 km * Pitti Palace - 0.4 mi/0.6 km * Santa Maria Del Fiore (Duomo / Cathedral of Florence) - 0.4 mi/0.7 km * Accademia (Michelangelo's David) - 0.6 mi/0.9 km * Santa Croce - 0.6 mi/0.9 km * Drake University, Florence Italy - 1.9 mi/3.0 km * Syracuse University, Florence Italy - 3.1 mi/5.0 km * Pepperdine University, Florence Italy - 3.1 mi/5.0 km * New York University, Florence Italy - 3.1 mi/5.0 km * Fiesole - 3.7 mi/6.0 km * University of Michigan and Wisconsin, Florence Italy - 6.2 mi/10.0 km * Harvard University, Florence Italy - 6.8 mi/11.0 km * Georgetown University, Florence Italy - 6.8 mi/11.0 km * American International School of Florence - 7.0 mi/11.3 km * Golf Club Ugolino - 8.1 mi/13.0 km * Chianti (Wine) Region - 13.1 mi/21.0 km * Siena - 29.8 mi/48.0 km * San Gimignano - 31.1 mi/50.0 km
Local Corporate Offices
* French Consulate - 0.1 mi/0.1 km * United States Consulate - 0.1 mi/0.2 km * Austrian Consulate - 0.1 mi/0.2 km * German Consulate - 0.1 mi/0.2 km * Spanish Consulate - 0.2 mi/0.3 km * British Consulate - 0.2 mi/0.3 km * Russian Consulate - 0.2 mi/0.3 km * Brazilian Consulate - 0.3 mi/0.5 km * Greek Consulate - 0.4 mi/0.6 km * Portuguese Consulate - 0.5 mi/0.8 km * Mexican Consulate - 0.5 mi/0.8 km * Arcispedale Santa Maria Nuova (Hospital) - 1.2 mi/2.0 km * Belgian Consulate - 1.2 mi/2.0 km * Luxumbourg Consulate - 1.9 mi/3.0 km * Malta Consulate - 1.9 mi/3.0 km * Swiss Consulate - 1.9 mi/3.0 km * Chinese Consulate - 3.1 mi/5.0 km * American Embassy - 198.2 mi/319.0 km
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