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Absolutely Fabulous
11/21/2008I loved this hotel. it's not even like a real hotel, it's a converted villa, so you feel almost like you're staying in a stately home of ...
I loved this hotel. It's not even like a real hotel, it's a converted Villa, so you feel almost like you're staying in a stately home of Italian dignitary but with all the privacy and personalization of a hotel. The view off the veranda is breathtaking. The service is perfect. The rooms are nice and contain every amenity. The only bad thing is that you're not in the heart of the city, but since Florence is so busy, that may be the best thing too. They do offer the free shuttle, which we took frequently out. They offer that if you call you can have them come pick you up as well, but neither one of us had an international phone, so we couldn't call and ended up taking taxis or walking. It's quite the jaunt to walk, but if you have comfortable shoes and don't mind hills, it's not that bad. I will recommend this hotel to anyone I know traveling to Florence.
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A Real Taste of Florence
02/28/2008First the cons
1- bring your own plug converter. hotel charges 20 euros. i feel that they should provide this
2- internet can be accessed in your room ...First the Cons
1- bring your own plug converter. hotel charges 20 euros. i feel that they should provide this
2- internet can be accessed in your room on a flat screen tv. i find this difficult to use. otherwise, a desktop computer is available at the lobby. I prefer wireless connection in the comfort of my own roon
3 - shuttle runs on a limited hours. from 8-6:30pm more or less. cabs can be expensive from the center to the villa aprrox 15-20 euros. plus you must call the cabs in advance. impossible to hail it on the streets. bus is a good alternative. drops you off a minute away from the villa
4- breakfast is not included and costs 20 or 30 euros!
5- toothpast sucks
Then the Pros
Great service, gorgeous villa overlooking the entire Florence, peaceful, romantic
they give you a little "present" everyday --a chocolate or a candy, fresh newspaper in clear plastic bag, weather forecast, L'occitane toiletries!
quiet
It simply is perfect!
Advise
Bring your own converter
Know the bus schedules and cab contact number
Eat breakfast somewhere else. Caffe and brioche by the piazza is much better anway than a free buffet in the villa
bring your own tooth paste
And regarding wi-fi connection---who cares. rest your laptop for once -
Wonderful Expercience
01/08/2008My finance and i stayed at this hotel. it was incredibly romantic. since it is a small property we never felt lost in the shuffle that happens in a big ...
My Finance and I stayed at this hotel. It was incredibly romantic. Since it is a small property we never felt lost in the shuffle that happens in a big hotel. The rooms were gorgeous, we had a 2 room suite. We also were able to eat at the restaurant. It was an incredible experience. The food was 5 star all the way. It is without a doubt pricey, so be ready to pay. But it was definitely worth the trip!
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Florence Vacation
07/22/2006This hotel was amazing! everything was excellent; the service, the pool, the restrauant, the room...all fabulous!! we highly recommend this hotel!
This hotel was amazing! Everything was excellent; the service, the pool, the restrauant, the room...all fabulous!! We highly recommend this hotel!
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