Florence, Italy
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
City Palace / Renaissance Estate · Italy · Four Seasons
Two historic palazzi in Florence with an 11-acre private garden, dining venues, a spa and outdoor pool.
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Only5Star verdict
Our editorial pick for a Florence city stay with substantial garden space. Choose the room’s location and outlook carefully; families are also welcome, with connecting accommodation and children’s activities.
Awards and recognitions
Each item names its basis: the awarding body's own list where we checked it, otherwise the hotel's own statement.
What to know
- Room layout, frescoes, views and private-pool access are category-specific; a private pool is not a standard-room feature.
- Confirm the selected rate’s inclusions, taxes and cancellation terms rather than relying on a static nightly price.
Best for
- ✓ Honeymoon
- ✓ Anniversary
- ✓ Design
Avoid if
- ✗ You want a smaller boutique scale
- ✗ You're rate-sensitive in peak summer
Fit scores
Fit scores are Only5Star's subjective editorial judgement of how well the hotel suits each kind of trip, based on published information. They are not guest ratings, inspection scores, award results or a first-hand stay.
Key experience details
Setting
Palazzo della Gherardesca and Palazzo del Nero, linked by the private Giardino della Gherardesca, approximately 11 acres.
Rooms & villas
The current hotel factsheet lists 121 rooms and suites: 76 guest rooms and 45 suites across the two palazzi. Some categories have historic frescoes; connecting family configurations are available.
Food & drink
Il Palagio, identified as Michelin-starred by the hotel, plus Onde, Trattoria Al Fresco, Atrium Bar and Bar Berni. Confirm seasonal opening arrangements.
Spa & wellness
The spa offers 10 treatment rooms, sauna, steam bath and fitness facilities, with an outdoor pool and year-round heated whirlpool nearby.
Experience
Historic palazzo accommodation with private gardens in central Florence.
Activities
Garden walks, guided city experiences and family activities; ask about current bookings, ages and extra charges.
Transfer considerations
Allow approximately 20–25 minutes by car from Florence Airport or 60–75 minutes from Pisa, using the hotel’s published estimates. Confirm the route and current timing for your arrival.
Best season
Our editorial preference is April–June or September–October for sightseeing and garden time; winter stays are also offered.
Budget guide
Budget bandUltra-luxury
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Pricing can vary significantly by season, room category, inclusions, and availability. Use this as a directional guide only — confirm pricing with the property or your advisor before booking.
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Fact-checked as of 12 October 2026
Sources
Material hotel facts checked against the official sources linked here. Rates and terms depend on the selected booking. Fit assessments are editorial opinions; this is not a first-hand inspection.
- Four Seasons Hotel Firenze — official hotel page
- Four Seasons Firenze — hotel factsheet
- Four Seasons Firenze — getting here
- Four Seasons Firenze — spa
- Four Seasons Firenze — family services
- Four Seasons — 2026 Forbes Travel Guide announcement (operator's own)
- MICHELIN Guide — Key hotels in Florence
- Four Seasons Firenze — accommodations
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