Offering a favourable location and relaxing atmosphere, this attractive property is the right choice of accommodation, while visiting... more »
Offering a favourable location and relaxing atmosphere, this attractive property is the right choice of accommodation, while visiting Florence. Location Situated in the central Santa Maria Novella Square, Grand Hotel Minerva Florence is within the walking distance from the monuments, shopping areas, S.M. Novella Train Station and the congress centre. Rooms Offering beautiful views of piazza and the Santa Maria Novella's Church Cloister, the 102 elegantly furnished guestrooms are facilitated with modern and comfortable amenities. Restaurant At the onsite restaurant, guests can relish traditional Tuscan dishes in an elegant setting. Sip your favourite drink at the cosy bar, which is also an ideal place to relax. General The hotel offers 6 well-appointed meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 90 people for organising your important events. At leisure, you can have a bracing dip in the swimming pool, re-energise your body in the jacuzzi, relax at the solarium or enjoy the Turkish bath..
hotelclub.com
One of Florence's most exclusive establishments, the Grand Hotel Minerva occupies a fabulous position in piazza Santa Maria Novella, one of the city's most centrally placed squares. Thanks to careful restoration work supervised by architects Eduardo Detti and Carlo Scarpa, the Grand Hotel Minerva is one of the most prestigious and highly rated hotel in Florence, the chosen residence of numerous celebrities, including the painter Orfeo Tamburi who, in 1963, wrote "from the window of Santa Maria Novella, the hillsides of Fiesole, the fountains, the monuments: Tuscany in a room at Minerva". Grand Hotel Minerva has 102 elegantly furnished rooms, each with its own individual style and affording a unique view over Piazza Santa Maria Novella or the cloisters of the church. On the top floor of the hotel guess find Grand Hotel Minerva's Roof garden and panoramic swimming pool, form where to admire a breathtaking view over the city of Florence. The spacious "I chiostri" restaurant is the ideal venue in which to savour the delectable dishes of Tuscany's great gastronomic tradition either in the main dining room or, al fresco on terrace.
Orbitz
The Grand Hotel Minerva is a deluxe hotel situated on the Piazza Santa Maria Novella, the heart of historic Florence, and only a short walk to the Duomo. Guests arriving by rail will find the hotel pleasantly convenient to the railway station. The Grand Hotel Minerva sits adjacent to one of the most renowned and ancient churches in the Florence, as well as being so very convenient to the city's myriad attractions. This hotel offers a full range of comforts and amenities, which make it an excellent choice during a visit to Florence. The hotel features an elegant restaurant overlooking the inner garden; the restaurant opens out onto the square from April to October. Each guestroom includes air conditioning, remote control satellite TV, mini bar, direct dial telephone, complimentary wireless Internet, alarm clock radio, shower, coffee/tea maker, bathrobes, and hair dryer. These rooms will have a view of the square, the cloisters of the adjacent church or of the courtyard. The fifth floor terrace with spectacular views of the city, as well as a seasonal swimming pool, solarium, bar, and catering service. The swimming pool is open from June to September. The Grand Hotel Minerva is convenient to fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues.
ReserveTravel
Great Hotel, fantastic restaurant.
–
Posted Jun 15, 2008
Excellent
Stayed here a couple years ago during a Tauk tour. Big, beautiful rooms, excellent service, and a world class restaurant. Couldn't have been better. Only possible knock is that is is a little bit of a walk to the museums, etc, but not a major...
A friend and I stayed here for 5 nights
–
Posted Apr 22, 2008
Excellent
A friend and I stayed here for 5 nights as our central take off point to other cities and adventures. This location is within 2 blocks or so of the train station - so you can walk easily. It is also relatively close to the Central Market and the...
Great location, close to train and
–
Posted Nov 04, 2006
Excellent
Great location, close to train and within walking distance to all major attractions. Great rooms, and was upgraded to suite with two baths for 40 addt'l euros/night, worth it. Very classy and luxurious.
Hotel is graced by a beautiful & quiet plaza in front. Small rooftop pool adds a nice touch to a busy day. Great well priced restaurant on premise. Continental breakfast in the lobby as well as coffee & drinks all day. VERY female friendly...