Hotel Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi Florence occupies a palace from 1596 on Via del Giglio, between the station and the cathedral. The rooms keep their frescoes and period furniture, and on the roof there is a terrace open seasonally. It is a good fit if you want to sleep in a historic building a few minutes from the train.
Location and getting around
Santa Maria Novella station, the Central Market and the Duomo (Florence Cathedral) are each about a 5-minute walk from Via del Giglio 9. The Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio and the Accademia Gallery are about 10 minutes on foot. If you arrive by train, you can walk to the hotel with your luggage.
Rooms and facilities
After its renovation, the palace keeps its Florentine Baroque-style salons. Each room has air conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar and a safe, and some have original frescoes on the walls.
- Rooftop terrace with views, open according to the season.
- Restaurant serving Tuscan and Mediterranean cuisine.
- Bar next to the lobby.
- Free wifi.
For breakfast there is a buffet, with continental, Italian and à la carte options.
Who it suits
- Travellers interested in architecture and historic decor.
- Anyone making day trips by train to other Tuscan cities.
- Couples who want to see the dome from the roof.
Good to know
The terrace is not open all year. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00; the hotel asks for photo ID and a credit card. Compare with other 5-star places to stay.