Hotel Palazzo dal Borgo

Found on Florence's historical Piazza Santa Maria Novella, a picturesque square packed with eateries and bars, the 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva is a short walk from the city’s attractions. A TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence winner, this hotel has panoramic city views from the terrace, which is complete with a pool and bar. Enjoy alfresco dining in view of the square’s church, host a meeting in the business centre or relax in stylish rooms with free wi-fi, air conditioning and satellite TV.

Found in Florence’s old town, the Rivoli Boutique Hotel is a lovely 4-star retreat steps from the city’s Santa Maria Novella station and the fashionable shops lining Via della Vigna Nuova. This TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence winner is defined by charming, Florentine touches, set within a 15th-century convent, with a patio and garden, Jacuzzi, gym and meeting facilities. All rooms are cosy havens from the bustling streets outside, with satellite TVs and air conditioning.

L'Orologio is a themed design hotel on Piazza Santa Maria Novella. Florence Cathedral is 600 metres away. Each floor is dedicated to an important watch manufacturer. Each room is unique, displaying photographs and paintings of a specific wristwatch model. They offer free Wi-Fi, marble bathrooms, and mahogany floors and furniture. Some offer views over Florence city centre. A buffet breakfast is served in the top-floor dining room, which boasts lovely views of the square.