Medieval palazzo stalwart
A 13th-century residence turned 19th-century hotel balances historic stone archways with a buzzing rooftop cocktail bar.
What it’s good at
Listed
Divina Terrazza draws nightly crowds to its sixth-floor cocktail bar opposite Brunelleschi's Dome.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
The front doors open opposite the Bargello National Museum, with Piazza della Signoria a five-minute walk away.
The rooms
Parquet floors and classic Florentine styling fill the rooms, while signature suites keep their restored ceiling frescoes.
The spa
The gym
Cardio equipment and free weights sit in a room beneath tall windows and decorative frescoed ceilings.
Dogs stay too.
Bar
Divina Terrazza
Open year-round on the sixth floor, this rooftop cocktail bar looks across the skyline toward Giotto's Campanile.
nu Ovo Restaurant
Breakfast and Tuscan dishes are served under vaulted ceilings decorated with Art Nouveau frescoes by Galileo Chini.
How it began
Florentine lore ties the 13th-century palazzo to Beatrice Portinari, Dante's lifelong muse.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.