The Tuscany is a region of Central Italy with a unique countryside and 120 protected nature reserves. The region is known for its wines, the most famous is the Chianti, and other agricultural products like the production of olive oil, principally in Lucca and the surrounding hills, as well as the Chianina cattle.
The most popular and famous landscapes of the Tuscany are the Maremma in the Chianti region between Florence and Siena, the Maremma in the south, and the Etruscan Riviera along the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Florence is the capital city of the Italian region of Tuscany, and of the province of Florence. It is the most populous city in Tuscany. Florence is situated on the River Arno and famous for its history and its importance in the Middle Age and the Renaissance as well as its architecture and art. The city is a centre of Medieval trade and finance and is often consdered to be the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. The historic centre of Florence was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1982.
The firstclass superior Hotel Bernini Palace, a member of Baglioni Hotels, is found in a historical building, that dates back to the 15th century. Around the middle of the 19th century, the building was host to the elegant hotel "Albergo dello Scudo". Than - between the years 1865 and 1870 - it was in use as the parliament of the young Kingdom of Italy, when Florence was the capital. After this prestigious interlude, the hotel's name has been changed several times and was the site of the wellknown "Doney" restaurant. It was constructed in the classic style typical for Florence with wooden shutters and stringcourses around the walls, which give it a enchanting antique appearance. The Bagliono Hotel Bernini Palace is decorated with a series of original antiques in its corridors which enhance the splendour of this elegant building: Rare clocks and grandfather clocks of great value, period chests of drawers, antique paintings and prints on the walls contibute tothe warm and refined ambience. Baglioni Hotel Bernini Palace is a gracious refined hotel, immersed in the magical atmosphere of Florence of the Medici family. It offers the elegance and warmth of a private residence, combining stylish Renaissance ambience with all modern comforts and luxury.
The elegant Bernini Palace Hotel is located right in the historic city centre of Florence close to the famous Palazzo Vecchio and the Piazza della Signoria and only a few minutes walk from the world-famous Uffizi gallery as well as the most important cultural attractions and the exclusive shopping area.
The lobby and the first floor of the Bernini Palace have recently renovated by the renowned interior designer Gil Dez in an elegant classic Italian style with Morocco amd Northern Africa influences.
The 74 guestrooms inclusive of nine suites of the Baglioni Hotel Bernini Palace are individually decorated in a luxurious and elegant style with period furnishings and they are equipped with latest comfort and luxury.
The Brunello Lounge & Restaurant is a bar, a lounge and a restaurant and offers delicious cocktails, aperitifs, mouth-watering snacks as well as culinary delicacies with Italian and Tuscan specialities in a unique and contemporary ambience. A rich and varied buffet breakfast is served in Sala Parlamento, a beautifully hall with wunderful ceiling completely covered with frescoes.
The terrace on the fifth floor of the hotel offers an outdoor whirlpool for four guests.
The Bernini Palace offers two meeting rooms for up to 100 people and is today one of Florence's favourite meeting places and a destination for business meetings, conferences and banquets.
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The Bernini Palace Hotel: Remarkable architecture The Bernini Palace Hotel is perfect for city journeys to Florence / Italy Pets are welcome to The Bernini Palace Hotel (on request)
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