I travel a lot to Florence and have stayed a number of places. This was the best, although the Berchielli down the street is a very close second.
Hotel has nice rooftop bar, a truely excellent international breakfast buffet and great staff which speaks many languages, including English. Rooms are quiet, large, good multihchannel TV reception, internet services. Guides or group tours can be arranged through lobby staff.
Lots of close shopping and restaurants.
It has two beadroom suites with two baths and full kitchens if you plan on staying several days. these tend to cost the same as two normal rooms (about $380 per night for the Suite)_
