Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is an outstading art-filled Renaissance palace near Giardino della Gherardesca, one the oldest, largest and most elegant Florentine gardens in the heart of Florence. The building began its storied life in the 15th century as the Palazzo della Gherardesca before becoming, in turn, a papal residence, a convent and, in 2008, a luxury hotel, managed by the Four Seasons. That most recent transformation took seven years and 42 craftsmen who worked day and night to restore the interior to its former glory. The hotel is proud with its 15th-century stone-carved allegorical reliefs and 16th-century Mannerist frescos—works by artisans, such as Giovanni Stradano, who were in the exclusive service of royalty and the elite.
The hotel's 72 guest rooms and 44 suites can be found within two buildings: an ornate Conventino and Renaissance Palazzo della Gherardesca. Reflecting their rich architectural history, many suites feature original frescoes, friezes and hand-painted sculptured reliefs, blending Renaissance artistry with high-tech comfort.
Guests are invited to savour authentic Italian flavours at one of the hotel's restaurants, including Il Palagio, which was awarded with one Michelin star, La Magnolia, which serves delightful breakfast or the outdoor restaurant Al Fresco, which serves typical Italian trattoria dishes during lunch and barbecues for dinner. There is also the Atrium Bar that offers lights meals, coffee specialities and refreshing cocktails.
Since Florence has so many activities, guests, who visit most of the sights that the city has to offer, usually want some time just for relaxing. Four Seasons Hotel Firenze has a luxurious spa offering a wide selection of treatments, massages and facials. There is also an outdoor pool, whirlpool and steam room for the enhancement of the spa experience. Those who want to get a little bit more active, are invited to use the hotel's fitness center that provides the latest cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, personal trainers, yoga or other fitness classes.
Guests staying at the hotel have many opportunities for memorable experiences on the hotel's grounds or outside the hotel: an unforgettable dining experience on the terrace of Ponte Vecchio, hot air ballon ride over the hotel's area and the nearby countryside, cooking classes for the little ones and many more.
The hotel is just steps away from the city's most notable attractions, including the Duomo, Uffizzi Palace. It is just 15 km away from Florence International Airport.
The outstanding Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is a walking distance from Florence's most famous sights, including Duomo and the Galleria Dell'Accademia which hosts Michelangelo's famous David and his legendary Four Prisoners. You can also easily reach Italy's most important museum, the Uffizi, offering a peerless collection of works by Botticelli, Caravaggio, da Vinci and Piero della Francesca. While staying at the hotel, it is also worht visiting Pitti Palace, the former residence of the Medicis, containing a remarkable number of exhibitions, and the Museo del Bargello Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the Palazzo Vecchio, the Museum of Anthropology and Galileo's Museum. Guests are also suggested visiting some of the most beautiful chuches including the emblematic Duomo and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, erected between 1296 and 1436, The Dominican Basilica of Santa Maria Novella with masterpieces by Giotto, Massaccio and Ghirlandaio, The Basilica di San Lorenzo with the splendid old sacristy by Michelangelo and the Medici family tombs, The Santa Croce Church, holding the tombs of Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Galileo, The Church of Santo Spirito, designed by Bruneslleschi, situated in the south bank of the Arno and others.
The city is well known for its fragrant Florentine gardens and parks. The largest park in Florence is the Giardino di Boboli, located behind the Pitti Palace. The former park of the Medici family, it features unique statues and fountains crafted in Romantic style. The city's Parco della Gherardesca is Florence's second-largest park, offering beautiful botanical species. Nearby, the Botanical Garden is the world's oldest of its kind, showcasing exotic plants and unique species.
Considering that members of the Medici family were such great patrons of the arts, it's hardly surprising that Florence hosts one of Europe's great music festivals, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, which runs annually from April 1 to June 30. Featuring concerts, opera and ballet, it attracts world-class soloists and orchestras. Zubin Mehta is the music director of its resident orchestra. Concerts take place mainly in the Teatro Comunale, the town's principal theatre, but they are also held in some of the smaller auditoriums, such as the Teatro Goldoni. During June, July and September, musical events take place at the Boboli Garden in Florence and in Fiesole's amphitheatre. Take in the sunset views and fresh air while listening to a performance of opera or classical music.
Florence's Amerigo Vespucci Airport is 15 kilometres (9.4 miles) and approximately 20 minutes from the hotel. Pisa International Airport, Galileo Galilei, is 80 kilometres (50 miles) and approximately 60 minutes by car from the hotel. The nearest train station, Santa Maria Novella, is only 10 minutes away.
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