Hotel Astoria Firenze

The 4 star Boscolo Hotel Astoria is situated right in the heart of Florence in the vicinity of the church of Santa Maria Novella and within easy walking distance of all the city's most famous monuments and museums. The hotel occupies the rooms of two ancient aristocratic residences, Palazzo Gaddi and Palazzo Arrighetti. Fabulous public rooms and a total of 98 guest bedrooms and suites all contain traces of the building's historic past, from the frescoed walls and ceilings to precious textiles and authentic period furniture. During his prolonged stay in Florence in the mid 1600's the great poet John Milton resided in the Palazzo Gaddi in rooms which now bear his name.

Guests dining at the Boscolo Hotel Astoria's "Palazzo Gaddi" restaurant have the opportunity to taste some of the most innovative Italian nouvelle cuisine inspired by the finest traditional Mediterranean and Tuscan dishes. In fine weather, the hotel garden is transformed in to a delightful al fresco dining room. An impressive selection of Tuscan wines are housed in the cellars of the hotel's Agorà Wine Bar which also serves a choice of tasty appetizers. The wine bar is a favorite evening venue amongst both visitors to the city and local Florentines. Those searching for a quieter place where to enjoy an after dinner drink should head for the Arrighetti Lounge, a supremely comfortable environment adorned with 15th century frescoes and Florentine medallions.

Stunning views of Florence cathedral and the old city can be enjoyed from the Boscolo Hotel Astoria's panoramic terraces. The hotel has a total of 5 exquisite Florentine Baroque meeting rooms with a capacity for 30 to 110 people. The largest, the Sala Luca Giordano, is named after the 17th century Neapolitan artist whose frescoes adorn its walls.