Cosy hotels full of history in Florence
Buildings with a past: period features, heritage settings and old-world character. We've scored 26 cosy hotels full of history in Florence; Relais “Villa Il Sasso” leads at 6.8/10. Ranked by cosy score.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills just fifteen minutes from Florence, this intimate 14th-century villa, with only seven rooms, tastefully furnished with antique pieces, immaculate bathrooms, and a serene saltwater pool, wins repeated devotion through its attentive staff, notably Francesca, Emiliano, and Carolina, who anticipate guests' needs with quiet efficiency, and a breakfast that, though modest in scale, leaves little wanting.
- Florence, Italy
Perched among the Tuscan hills outside Florence, this charming villa B&B wins hearts with its well-appointed rooms, spectacular countryside views from the breakfast room, and staff whose warmth and attentiveness left guests so enchanted that several vowed to return.
- Florence, Italy
Housed in a 13th-century tower at the heart of Florence, this historic hotel wins devoted guests through the warmth of named staff, Nadine, Nirvan, and Giuseppe among them, sunlit junior suites with views of the Palazzo Vecchio, Chef Tomasso's celebrated breakfasts, a lobby bar where a resident cellist plays beside exceptional cocktails, and a calm, elegantly maintained atmosphere that leaves most guests feeling, as one put it, like returning to one's own home after a day in the city.
- Florence, Italy
Housed in a repurposed Florentine palazzo, Hotel Paris charms with its antique frescoes, vaulted and painted ceilings, and spaciously comfortable rooms, some with direct views of the Duomo, while staff who clearly love their city offer warm, knowledgeable recommendations, and the breakfast room, beautiful enough to linger in, keeps hot drinks and pastries on hand throughout the day.
- Florence, Italy
Presided over by the warmly attentive Silvia and Leonardo, this family-owned Florentine villa charms with spacious, light-filled rooms boasting wooden floors and shutters, a cosy breakfast room where fresh-baked buns, real coffee, and a generous spread await each morning, and a peaceful walled courtyard perched above the city, all just a short walk or bus ride from Porta Romana.
- Florence, Italy
A short stroll from Palazzo Pitti, this art-filled Florentine B&B in an ancient palazzo charms with beamed ceilings, parquet floors, spacious rooms with large modern bathrooms, and Fabio's multilingual, attentive hospitality, crowned each morning by a lovingly prepared breakfast served in a green, oasis-like garden.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into a 600-year-old Florentine building with soaring ceilings, elegant arches, and rustic exposed beams, Hotel Collodi charms with spacious, characterful rooms, a replenished continental breakfast complete with espresso machine, a complimentary bottle of wine, and warmly attentive staff, Giovanni, Nadine, and the team among them, all within easy walking distance of the Duomo, the Mercato Centrale, and the train station.
- Florence, Italy
This convent guesthouse achieves real cosiness through its caring sisters, tranquil garden oasis steps from the Duomo, and unpretentious monastic simplicity, though cramped rooms, thin walls, and basic facilities prevent it from reaching the warmest tier.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into a medieval neighbourhood within a five-minute stroll of the Duomo, whose bell tower you can glimpse from the window over a complimentary coffee, Le Stanze del David wins hearts through elegantly decorated rooms in old-school Florentine style, a thoughtfully stocked fridge and snack basket, daily breakfast vouchers redeemable at a café across the street, and owners who cheerfully chase up valet services and ferry requirements as though your trip were their own.
- Florence, Italy
This intimate, family-run B&B delivers real warmth through its mother-and-daughter hosts' homemade breakfasts and personal attentiveness, charming small rooms with character, and a rooftop terrace, though ageing mattresses, temperamental air-con units, and occasional cleanliness lapses prevent it from reaching the highest cosiness tier.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked moments from the Duomo, this characterful palazzo wins hearts through its beautifully kept breakfast room, attentive and warm-spirited staff, and authentically appointed rooms, though the occasional lapse in evening service is worth bearing in mind for those with exacting standards.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the heart of Florence just minutes from the Duomo, this family-run residenza charms with spacious, fresco-painted rooms boasting high ceilings and antique décor, attentive staff, Christina in particular, who will wait up late for arriving guests and arrange birthday sparkling wine without being asked, and a fresh breakfast of pastries, cold cuts, fruit, and made-to-order cappuccino that sets you up beautifully for a day on foot.
- Florence, Italy
Warmly staffed and well-placed a short stroll from Santa Maria Novella station, Domus Florentia wins repeat visitors with its elegant, historically flavoured rooms, a breakfast that guests single out as a highlight, and a front-desk team, Enzo among them, whose friendliness makes solo and family travellers alike feel immediately at ease.
- Florence, Italy
Presided over by the warm-hearted Marco, Manuela, and Roberto, this family-run Florentine hotel charms with its soaring-ceilinged rooms, step-out balconies, and a reception-bar where barista-made cappuccinos and a generous spread of fresh fruit, pastries, and prosciutto set guests up each morning before the short stroll to the Duomo.
- Florence, Italy
Perched beside the Arno just minutes from the Ponte Vecchio, this characterful Florentine residenza wins devoted repeat visitors through its hosts' unstinting warmth, complimentary afternoon drinks, homemade snacks, and a fridge stocked for guests, alongside rooms dressed in vintage Italian and French designer pieces, balconies with river views, and the sort of personal, family-spirited attention that makes it feel far more like a well-loved private home than a conventional hotel, though a handful of guests have reported sharp inconsistencies in both service and standards that are worth bearing in mind.
- Florence, Italy
Clean, comfortable rooms overlooking a quiet courtyard, a breakfast worth lingering over, a small pool for afternoon respite, and staff whose warmth and attentiveness made even weary families with young children feel perfectly looked after, though early risers should note the breakfast service starts no sooner than seven o'clock.
- Florence, Italy
A warmly run historical hotel where staff foster a familial atmosphere and attentive service, though the small bathrooms and compact rooms prevent it from achieving the intimate, unhurried comfort of truly cosy quarters.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the heart of Florence within a grand historic palazzo, this hotel charms with its unexpectedly spacious, well-kept rooms, a delightful garden, a generous breakfast spread of both sweet and savoury dishes, and staff, including the warmly attentive owner herself, who go out of their way to accommodate every guest.
- Florence, Italy
Attentive, family-run, and perfectly placed for Florence's great sights on foot, Hotel Davanzati wins hearts through staff who learn your name, evening aperitivi, a solid breakfast, and a warmly personal hospitality that, a few tired rooms aside, consistently turns first-time guests into devoted returners.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into a lively street in the heart of Florence within easy reach of the Duomo and Santa Maria Novella station, the Accademia offers classically decorated, quiet rooms and a well-regarded breakfast, though some guests have noted worn furnishings and maintenance issues that temper the overall experience.
- Florence, Italy
The rooms, some with balconies and river views over the Ponte Vecchio, are well-appointed and comfortable, the breakfast draws consistent praise, and staff members such as Lorenzo, James, and Mirco deliver the sort of warm, unhurried personal service (walking guests to restaurants, paying for taxis from their own pockets) that elevates a beautiful Arno-side location into something rather more memorable than mere elegance.
- Florence, Italy
A well-placed Florentine residenza in a historic building, where attentive reception staff store luggage cheerfully before and after check-in, rooms come with thoughtful touches such as coffee sachets and Lotus biscuits, and the charming, slightly aged interiors, dressed with Christmas decorations out of season, give the place the feel of a well-kept private apartment rather than an anonymous hotel.
- Florence, Italy
A well-located apartment in a historic Florentine building, praised by most guests for its cleanliness, spacious two-level rooms, and easy self-check-in by code, though at least one visitor encountered serious management missteps, including a late-night hallway dispute and a fridge left with someone else's leftovers, that rather undercut the charm of the setting.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked beside the Medici Chapel in the heart of Florence, this small, immaculately kept hotel wins guests over with its pretty internal garden, a beautifully decorated breakfast room, double-glazed windows that hush the lively neighbourhood streets, and attentive staff on hand around the clock.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the lively Santa Croce neighbourhood, Le Contesse wins guests over with spotlessly kept rooms, a shared kitchen stocked with coffee and fresh water, morning croissants, and the sort of warm, unhurried helpfulness from hosts Abby and Marina, full of thoughtful local restaurant tips, that makes a clean, fairly priced bolthole feel far more welcoming than its modest size might suggest.
- Florence, Italy
Breakfast served by the warmly attentive Luca, a multilingual dining room run with quiet authority by Sabina, and comfortable if traditionally furnished rooms place this centrally located Florence hotel firmly in dependable four-star territory, though lighter sleepers should note that some rooms face the railway line.
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