Hotel Ville Sull’Arno Florence is a 5-star hotel on the bank of the Arno, on Lungarno C. Colombo. Its wellness centre with an indoor pool is what defines it most. It suits trips for two or stays of several days in which you want to alternate museums with the pool and sauna.
Location and getting around
It is east of the old town, about a 25-minute walk from Piazzale Michelangelo and about 30 from the Basilica of Santa Croce. It is about 40 minutes on foot to the Duomo (Florence Cathedral). Santa Maria Novella station is 3.2 km away, so if you arrive by train a taxi or public transport is best. According to the property itself, it offers a free transfer and bicycles for guests; confirm the conditions and times when you book.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have a minibar, a TV with satellite and cable channels, a kettle and a private bathroom with slippers. Some have river views.
- Wellness centre with a heated indoor pool, a Finnish sauna and a steam room, free for guests according to the hotel.
- Restaurant serving Tuscan cuisine, with tables with a view.
- Breakfast in several forms: buffet, continental, Italian or à la carte.
Who it suits
- A good fit for couples who want to end the day in the pool or the sauna.
- Ideal if you are staying several days and prefer to sleep outside the historic centre.
- A good fit if you like getting around by bicycle, which the hotel provides for its guests.
Good to know
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00. Reception asks for photo ID and a credit card. Parking is not listed among its facilities: ask beforehand if you are driving. More places to stay in this category: 5-star hotels.