Grand Hotel Minerva - Florence

$$$$||View on mapFlorence, ItalyPiazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123|
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Grand Hotel Minerva - Florence
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.7
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Free WiFi9.0
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples27%
Business19%
Groups12%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.7
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Free WiFi9.0
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples27%
Business19%
Groups12%

4-star hotel with a rooftop swimming pool and panoramic Florence views

Rooftop Pool & Bar

Grand Hotel Minerva Florence offers a seasonal rooftop swimming pool with panoramic views of the city, including Florence Cathedral. The adjacent rooftop bar serves cocktails and wine, and hosts private dinners and seasonal events on request. Sun loungers and pool towels are provided, with the pool area open during warmer months.

Dining

The hotel's on-site restaurant serves traditional Italian dishes crafted by a chef specializing in Tuscan and Mediterranean cuisine. Breakfast in the room is available, and the extensive breakfast buffet includes local specialties such as fresh pastries, meats, and cheeses. Guests can also order wine or champagne at the bar, and the hotel provides special diet menus upon request.

Rooms & Art Collection

The Florence Grand Hotel Minerva displays a curated collection from prominent artists throughout its public spaces and guest corridors. Room types include junior suites with frescoed ceilings and family suites with two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms. Each air-conditioned room offers satellite TV, a private bathroom, and some rooms have views of Santa Maria Novella Cathedral.

Location & Accessibility

Grand Hotel Minerva Florence sits on Piazza Santa Maria Novella, a 5-minute walk from the main train station and tram to the airport. The Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio are all within a 10-minute walk. The hotel provides valet parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a concierge service that arranges walking tours and bike rentals.

Family & Services

The hotel offers tailor-made family accommodations with baby safety gates, soundproof rooms, and family rooms with connecting options. Babysitting and child services are available on request, and kids' meals can be ordered from the restaurant. The property is wheelchair accessible, with emergency cords in bathrooms and raised toilets, and pets are allowed with pet bowls and baskets provided.

  • Location: 300 m from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, walking distance to Duomo and Uffizi
  • Rooftop: Seasonal heated pool with panoramic Duomo view and cocktail bar
  • Dining: On-site restaurant by a renowned chef specializing in Tuscan and Mediterranean dishes
  • Art: Curated collection from prominent artists displayed throughout public spaces
  • Family: Tailor-made family accommodations with baby safety gates and babysitting services
  • Services: Concierge desk arranging walking tours and bike rentals
  • Extras: Complimentary minibar in guest rooms and extensive breakfast buffet with local specialties

Licence number: IT048017A1FPVVKJUK

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A buffet breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian
Building
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:85
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Rooms and availability

Single Room
  • Room size:

    16 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Duplex Suite
  • Room size:

    60 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Sofa beds and 2 Sofa beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Premium Double or Twin Room
  • Room size:

    22 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed / 2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Heated swimming pool

Rooftop pool

Spa and relaxation

Back massage

Head massage

Foot massage

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Garden view
  • City view
  • Without view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Grand Hotel Minerva

💵 Lowest room price 100 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 6.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Peretola, FLR

Location

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123
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Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123
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Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
70 m
Museum
Medici Chapel
520 m
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
580 m
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
560 m
Museum
Strozzi Palace
410 m
Restaurant
Vincanto Ristorante
80 m
Restaurant
Il Grillo
100 m
Restaurant
Gelateria “Pasco”
50 m
Restaurant
La Cantinetta Wine Bar
90 m
Restaurant
Caffe Santa Maria Novella
80 m
Restaurant
Verdoliva Trattoria Toscana
140 m
Restaurant
Ristorante il Coccodrillo
110 m
Restaurant
Trattoria al Trebbio
180 m

Reviews of Grand Hotel Minerva

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FAQ about Grand Hotel Minerva

What popular attractions are closest to Grand Hotel Minerva?
Guests of Grand Hotel Minerva can visit Chiesa di San Salvatore in Ognissanti Church (within 500 metres of the accommodation), or Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore placed 10 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to the hotel?
Peretola airport lies within 10 km of the hotel and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Does Grand Hotel Minerva hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, Grand Hotel Minerva hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva?
Guests of the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-seafood restaurant Bistro del Mare offering Italian cuisine.
Does the Grand Hotel Minerva hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Grand Hotel Minerva hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in this inviting hotel?
Guests of this inviting hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are available in the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva?
At the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the Grand Hotel Minerva?
The Grand Hotel Minerva provides such room types as Romantic Queen Room, Duplex Suite, and Premium Queen Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Most rooms at the hotel include complimentary wireless internet and a TV with satellite channels and feature separate bathrooms with a spa bath and a walk-in shower. At the same time, all suites boast soundproof windows as well as a work desk.
Does the Grand Hotel Minerva hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the Grand Hotel Minerva hotel there are accessible bathrooms, rooms with accessible facilities, and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Does the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva provide business facilities?
Yes, the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva comprises a conference room as well as a desk and a photocopier.
What are the spa options at the hotel?
Pampering amenities in the hotel include a steam room, a solarium, and a Jacuzzi.
Is swimming pool available at the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva?
Yes, the inviting 4-star Grand Hotel Minerva features an outdoor swimming pool.
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