Helvetia & Bristol Firenze

Helvetia & Bristol sits on Via dei Pescioni in Florence’s historic center, about a minute from Palazzo Strozzi and only a short walk from the Duomo, Uffizi and Santa Maria Novella station.

The hotel dates to 1885 and now offers two distinct design personalities: the Helvetia wing preserves antiques, artworks and traditional Florentine craftsmanship, while the newer Bristol wing was designed by Anouska Hempel with a much cleaner contemporary language.

Suites range from classically decorated historic rooms to dramatic new spaces such as the 70-square-metre Iconic Retreat Suite with a private terrace and fireplace.

La Spa spans roughly 550 square metres on the site of ancient Roman baths and includes calidarium, tepidarium, sudatorium, frigidarium and two atmospheric spa pools. Cibrèo handles the hotel’s central restaurant and bar.

Helvetia & Bristol is best for travelers who want Florence’s monuments on foot but still care deeply about design and wellness, especially guests who appreciate having a choice between historic and contemporary rooms.