Florence, ItalyDuomo
Residence Hilda
Contemporary serviced townhouse
Contemporary serviced townhouse
Twelve quiet suites run like private city apartments, trading grand lobbies for discreet residential independence.
“Residence Hilda, a short walk from the Duomo, is a bargain as well, with large rooms (many with their own kitchen), free Wi-Fi, and free cell phones for local calls.”
What it’s good at
Listed
Bright white apartment interiors with natural teak flooring and Philippe Starck seating.
Listed
Twelve residential suites include fully equipped kitchenettes, soundproofing, and optional breakfast delivery.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
This place hardly feels like a hotel at all — with just twelve suites, no public spaces to speak of, and the kind of minimal service that keeps to the background.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Via dei Servi leads straight to the Duomo three blocks away, and Piazza della Santissima Annunziata sits just steps north.
The rooms
Bright cream suites have natural teak floors and fitted kitchens stocked with local Tuscan olive oil.
How it began
A local family restored this nineteenth-century townhouse in 2005, naming the residence after Countess Hilda Guerrini.
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Our shorthand
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.