Helvetia & Bristol Firenze

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Helvetia & Bristol Firenze

5 Star Luxury Florence, Tuscany

A historic 5-star retreat in central Florence offering elegant rooms and suites, refined Italian dining and a luxurious Roman-inspired spa, just steps from the city’s most famous landmarks.

The Overview

Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is a distinguished 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of Florence, combining historic Florentine charm with refined contemporary design. Housed within an elegant 19th-century palazzo, the property offers beautifully appointed rooms and suites across two distinctive styles: the classic Helvetia wing, inspired by traditional Florentine craftsmanship and antique furnishings, and the more contemporary Bristol wing, designed with a sophisticated modern aesthetic.

Guests can enjoy a refined culinary experience across the hotel’s restaurants and bar, including Cibrèo Ristorante & Cocktail Bar, Cibrèo Caffè and the elegant Winter Garden. One of the property’s standout features is LA SPA Helvetia & Bristol, a luxurious wellness retreat with Roman-inspired baths, thermal areas, hydrotherapy, relaxation spaces, fitness facilities and a range of body and beauty treatments.

Its central location makes the hotel ideal for exploring Florence on foot, with the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Strozzi, Piazza della Signoria and Via de’ Tornabuoni all within easy reach. Combining elegant accommodation, fine dining, wellness and a prime city-centre setting, Helvetia & Bristol offers a complete luxury stay in Florence.

Amenities

What the house keeps ready

24h reception Air-conditioning Bar Bathroom with shower Concierge Concierge services Daily Cleaning Dry Cleaning Hair dryer Heating Hot tubs Laundry Service Lift Luggage Storage Massage Mini bar in rooms No smoking rooms Outdoor Furniture Parking Pet Friendly Pool Restaurant Room Service Sauna Shuttle Spa Tour desk Towel heaters Wellness Center (by reservation) Wellness centre Wheelchair Accessibility WiFi

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  • TypeHotel
  • Rating5 Star Luxury
  • NeighbourhoodFlorence
  • RegionTuscany
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