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Borghese Palace Art Hotel

Via Ghibellina, 174r Florence, 50123 Italy

Centrally located Florence boutique hotel near Il Duomo

Short walk to Uffizi
Tucked away on a quiet street, this Florence hotel is about 5-minute walk from the Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori (Il Duomo), Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Vecchio, and many other famous attractions. Show more
Inspiring views
A small terrace on the third floor provides inspiring views, and spa services are available on site. A sauna, spa tub, gym, and lounge are also available, and a breakfast buffet is offered daily (surcharge).
LCD televisions
Borghese Palace Art Hotel's air-conditioned guestrooms include LCD TVs, minibars, complimentary high-speed Internet access, and in-room safes. Small pets are welcome. Hide

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3.6out of 5

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62%

of guests recommend

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Double Standard - Free SPA
1 double bed or 2 twin beds. In-room safe. Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary. Television - LCD. Television - Satellite service. Cable/satellite TV. Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Refrigerator. Bidet. Hair dryer. Air conditioning.
Superior Double Room - Free SPA
1 double bed or 2 twin beds. In-room safe. Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary. Television - LCD. Television - Satellite service. Cable/satellite TV. Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Refrigerator. Bidet. Hair dryer. Air conditioning.
Executive Room - Free SPA
1 double bed or 2 twin beds or 1 bed. In-room safe. Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary. Television - LCD. Television - Satellite service. Cable/satellite TV. Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Refrigerator. Bidet. Hair dryer. Air conditioning.
Junior suite - Free SPA
1 double bed or 2 twin beds or 2 beds. In-room safe. Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary. Television - LCD. Television - Satellite service. Cable/satellite TV. Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Refrigerator. Bidet. Hair dryer. Air conditioning.
Single Superior - Free SPA
1 single bed. In-room safe. Wired (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary. Television - LCD. Television - Satellite service. Cable/satellite TV. Direct-dial phone. Minibar. Refrigerator. Bidet. Hair dryer. Air conditioning.
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Hotel Policies & Fees

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Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
  • Pets accepted
  • Check-in time starts at 1 PM
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Self parking fee: EUR 30 per day
    • Hot and cold buffet breakfast fee: EUR 5 per person (approximate amount)
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Mandatory Fees and Taxes
  • The following mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.
    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
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  • Accessible path of travel
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Roll-in shower

Property Amenities

Modernized in 2005, this central Florence hotel is housed in Palazzo Borghese, between the Bargello Museum and Duomo Square. The palazzo was once the home of Napoleon's sister, Paolina Bonaparte Borghese. True to its name, Borghese Palace Art Hotel displays an impressive collection of contemporary sculpture and paintings.

Guests can start the day with a breakfast buffet (surcharge). The hotel also offers a lounge, fitness room, sauna, spa tub, and spa services. A third-floor terrace provides views of Piazzale Michelangelo and Il Duomo.

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Total number of rooms - 25
  • Babysitting or child care
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beauty services
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Multiple large conference rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator/lift
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Airport transportation
  • One meeting/conference room
  • Parking limited (surcharge)
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour assistance
  • Health club
  • Laundry facilities
  • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
  • Multiple small meeting rooms
  • Multilingual staff
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Sauna
  • Spa services on site
  • Spa tub
  • Wireless (high-speed) Internet access - complimentary
  • Parking garage
Borghese Palace Art Hotel, Florence,  Italy, Property Amenities Fitness and Wellness

Rooms

Borghese Palace Art Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned guestrooms with contemporary decor. All include LCD TVs with satellite channels, along with minibars, electronic safes, and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Bathrooms come with hair dryers and bidets. Small pets are permitted for a surcharge.

Borghese Palace Art Hotel, Florence,  Italy, Rooms Executive Room

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Refrigerator
  • Minibar
  • Wake-up calls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Satellite television service
  • In-room safe
  • Window opens
  • Climate control
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • In-room massage available
  • Wired high-speed Internet access (complimentary)
  • LCD television

Dining

Room service during limited hours is available.

Recreation

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a spa tub, a sauna, and a fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Spa

  • Turkish bath/Hammam in spa

Verified Reviews: All guest reviews are verified as submitted by our customers and reflect their stay at Borghese Palace Art Hotel

3.6
out of 5
avg. guest rating
Hotel service:
3.8
Hotel condition:
3.0
Room cleanliness:
3.9
Room comfort:
3.4
Location:
4.5
Neighborhood:
4.3
62%

of guests recommend

out of 8 reviews

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A Traveler from USA
3.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Sep 20 2011

“Decent Hotel - Trying Hard”

This hotel was a fine choice. It fit our needs and comforts just fine. Seemed like maybe it was an upstart hotel trying to get itself going. Some of the floors and rooftop terrace were not complete yet but everything that was complete was very nice. I do think they could benefit from having a bartender at the bar all the time. Several times we tried to get a drink prior to hitting the sites and there was no one there to serve us - although it was supposed to be open.....

Area recommendations
We stayed within the major site areas. Definately not worth the 3 days we planned for - could have seen everything in 2.
S C from Illinois (Chicago suburbs)
3.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted May 31 2011

“No Air Cond and Plastic Chairs”

We were informed at check in that the air conditioning was broken with 90+ degree heat for our entire stay. Not only that but they worked on it directly above our room until after midnight each night dropping pipe fittings and tools and scurrying like mice. When we called the front desk they were unwilling to ask them to stop so we could sleep. Bit by mosquitos with the window open for added fun. The lobby chairs are completely plastic with no cushion. Cute facade and middle location but would definitely not come back.

A Traveler from Ft. Myers, FL
3.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Apr 22 2011

“Location isn't everything!”

My girlfriend and I recently stayed several nights at the hotel. From the taxi ride to the hotel, we could tell that we were in easy walking distance to most of the major points of interest in the city. However, the pro's of this hotel stop there... Upon checking in, we were notified that the elevator was broken and our room was on the top floor. This may not seem like that big of a deal, but it got old fast. The AC in our room was also broken. When we called the front desk, they advised us to just close the curtains to block the sun (as if that would really solve the problem). The bed was like sleeping on a rock covered in burlap and the shower controls were broken as well. Aside from a great location and a very cool lobby, we were very let down by this hotel.

A Traveler from Los Angeles, CA
1.0
out of 5
Does not recommend this hotel
Posted Sep 22 2010

“not impressed at ALL”

lack of cleanliness, AC broken in the room and leaking, room is TOO small.

Rodolfo from San Jose, Costa Rica
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Jun 18 2010

“Loved this hotel”

Florence is a small town, especially the historic district. This hotel is only blocks away from the main attractions/museums. Eventhough when I visited, Florence was packed with tourists, once you turned the corner onto the hotel's street, they practically vanished! So the final steps towards the hotel were tranquil and comfortable. The room was just what I wanted: sleek, modern, chic, but not minimalist. I am not into old hotels in Europe - I don't believe that the "European experience" should include staying at an "old" hotel, with so-so services, amenities, bathrooms, furnishings, etc. just because that's what being in Europe is all about. Unless, you are staying at a grand old 5 star hotel - with the corresponding price tag! Instead, I much prefer this hotel's style, which offers a modernist twist housed within an orginal Florentine palace.

Getting there
If you arrive by train, do get a taxi to the hotel. It is a long walk, and an uncomfortable one if you are also hauling your luggage.
Must see
Most people I've talked to have skipped the Medici Tombs. I thought this was the most impressive and beautiful attraction I visited! They are located behind the San Lorenzo Church. The rotonda with the Prince's Tombs is absolutely stunning, and provides a clear example of the power of the Medici family, which at that time was the richest family in Europe. (Just for trivia purposes: the Medici family at one point was related to most of the European royal families. If you check their lineage, you can trace a direct line from them to England's Prince William!) The Michaelangelo designed tombs, which are on and adjacent room, have four of his most beautiful sculptures. Most intriguing, however, is the Medici treasure, which is housed in this complex. The Medici art collection, housed in the Uffizi Galleries, is clearly the family's investement. However, their personal treasure, which was brought from the Pitti Palace to be guarded in this church, is an inmense collection of saint's relics (over 130!!) housed in exquisite reliquaries - a most unusual surprise!
Mickey Gl from Somers Point, NJ
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted Apr 25 2010

“Compelling blend of old and new”

The Borghese Palace Art Hotel offers a modern, artful retreat in old world Florence. The property is within easy walking distance of the Uffizi, the Piazza Della Signoria, the Duomo, and other major attractions such as the Bargello Museum and Santa Croce. The staff was helpful, the room (a junior suite) was clean and spacious, and the breakfast was surprisingly substantial.

Area recommendations
The Centro Storico has all the heavy cultural hitters - Uffizi, Duomo, Ponte Vecchio. The Santa Croce has more of a neighborhood feel and a great piazza for people watching.
A Traveler from Chicago, IL
5.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted May 20 2009

“Great Location!”

The staff were very accommodating and friendly. The single room was a typical European room, but was very clean and stylish. However, the location couldn't be beat, it was walking distance to everything.

Traveler's tip
Walking distance to the Uffizi, and more.
A Traveler
4.0
out of 5
Recommends this hotel
Posted May 13 2009

“The Good and Bad”

The staff was pleasant and helpful. Our room was upgraded upon check-in. One staff member was particularly nice and tried very hard to make amends for some service problems. Location was great - convenient to all the good sights and in a very nice, safe area of the city. Rooms were comfy enough and a reasonable size. The elevator didn't work twice while we were there. A reading light over the bed was burnt out and nobody noticed. The satellite TV didn't work for two days and when they repaired it, our TV had a loud piercing noise on all the channels. They couldn't fix it and didn't seem to care that it didn't work. Internet service is available in the main meeting room, but with a paid 5 euro internet access card. The free continental breakfast was mediocre at best.

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Borghese Palace Art Hotel

Via Ghibellina, 174r Florence, 50123 Italy

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Badia Fiorentina - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Bargello Museum - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Piazza San Firenze - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Dante's House - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Museo dell'Opera di Santa Croce - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Chiesa di Santa Croce - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Duomo Works Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Florence Fountain of Neptune - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Old Palace - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Piazza della Signoria - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Orsanmichele - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Casa Buonarroti - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Teatro della Pergola - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Loggia dei Lanzi - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Piazza del Duomo - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi

The preferred airport for Borghese Palace Art Hotel is Florence (FLR-Peretola) - 5.9 km / 3.6 mi.

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Duomo, Florence, Italy: The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, or Duomo for short, is one of Italy’s largest churches, and tops the list of places to visit in Florence. The impressive Gothic architecture features an ornate exterior, stained glass windows, and a cavernous interior. Two popes are buried here, and three of the buildings are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Borghese Palace Art Hotel

Via Ghibellina, 174r Florence, 50123 Italy

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