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 four star Grand Hotel Minerva is an elegant and luxurious hotel, located on at the Piazza Santa Maria Novella, one of the most picturesque squares in the city with view of the Gothic ornate church facade of Santa Maria Novella, right in the heart of the historical city centre of Florence close to the central railway Station and the world-famous Duomo and all the city's major attractions like the Uffizi Gallery, the Galleria dell'Accademia with Michelangelo's world-famous David and the Ponte Vecchio, are at easy reach from the hotel. The city convention and exhibition centre is located nearby.
This luxury boutique hotel is housed in a building dating back to the Middle Age and it has been stylishly renovated in 1995 with great care to the splendour of the past and offers modern comfort and luxury. The stunning panoramic terrace, situated on the fifth floor of the hotel, offers a breathtaking 360 degrees view over the city with the church Santa Maria Novella, the Duomo, the Palazzo Vecchio, Giotto's Tower, Piazzale Michelangelo and the Tuscan hills with the picturesque village Fiesole.
The 102 guestroom on five floors inclusive ten junior suites, seven suites and the unique Presidential Suite at the Grand Hotel Minerva Firenze are decorated in an elegant Italian style and they offer modern comfort and amenities.
The "Restaurant I Chostri" offers typical Tuscan cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients in an elegant and contemporary ambience with view of the private garden. During april and october guests can also dine in the outdoor restaurant on Piazza Santa Maria Novella.
The spectacular rooftop swimming pool with sun terrace, bar, deck chairs and umbrellas offer breathtaking panorama views of the Florence and the Duomo.
The six elegantly decorated meeting and banquet rooms for up to 90 people at Grand Hotel Minerva offer natural daylight and they are equipped with latest conference technology.
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The Grand Hotel Minerva: Remarkable architecture The Grand Hotel Minerva is perfect for city journeys to Florence / Italy Pets are welcome to The Grand Hotel Minerva (on request)
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