Four Seasons Hotel Firenze

Four Seasons Hotel Firenze occupies Palazzo della Gherardesca and the adjacent Palazzo del Nero, a short walk from the Duomo yet hidden behind the walls of one of Florence’s largest private gardens.

The property has 121 rooms and suites, many incorporating original frescoes, vaulted ceilings and architectural details preserved from centuries of noble residence. Pierre-Yves Rochon balances those historic elements with quietly contemporary luxury.

The strongest suites feel closer to private palazzi than hotel rooms, with dramatic ceiling paintings, period floors and views across the Giardino della Gherardesca.

The 791-square-metre spa sits within the garden and includes ten treatment rooms, sauna, steam, pool and outdoor hot tub, while the 4.5-hectare grounds provide the rare experience of true resort space inside Florence.

Four Seasons Firenze is best for travelers who want Renaissance history without sacrificing wellness or greenery, making the hotel itself as memorable as the city outside its gates.