
The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence
The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence is next to the Arno river and sits at the center of Florentine culture.
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Hotel Details
Hotel Description
The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence is a renaissance palace that is part of the rich Florentine history. Located on Piazza Ognissanti, right in the heart of the city center, the hotel is only a short walk away from the famous Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi Gallery and some of Florence’s most exciting activities and elegant boutiques.
Key Features
- Area: City Center
- Number of Rooms: 171
- Number of Floors: 6
- Elevator(s)
- Renovation: 2014
- Check-In Time: 3:00 p.m.
- Check-Out Time: 12:00 p.m.
- Wheelchair-Accessible Room(s) Available
- City of Florence tourist tax of up to EUR 8 (per person, per night).
- Distance from Airport: 28 Minutes
- Distance from Train Station : 5 Minutes
Features
- Activities/Tour Desk
- Air-Conditioning in Public Areas
- Bar(s)
- Concierge Desk
- Conference Room(s)
- Health/Fitness Facility
- Hospitality Room(s)
- Internet Access (wireless)
- Medical Facility (nearby)
- Restaurant(s)
- Room Service (24 hours)
- Safe Deposit Box
Features for a fee
- Babysitting
- Internet Center
- Parking (self)
- Parking (valet)
- Wedding Services
Activities
- Golf (nearby)
- Restaurants (nearby)
- Shopping (nearby)
- Air-Conditioned
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner
- Menu Type: À la carte
- Reservations: Not Required
- Cuisine Type: Italian
- Dress Code: Casual Attire
- Air-Conditioned
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner
- Menu Type: À la carte
- Reservations: Not Required
- Cuisine Type: Italian
- Dress Code: Casual Attire
- Air-Conditioned
- Meals Served: Lunch | Dinner
- Menu Type: À la carte
- Reservations: Not Required
- Cuisine Type: Mediterranean
- Dress Code: Casual Attire
- Air-Conditioned
- Meals Served: Breakfast
- Menu Type: À la carte
- Reservations: Not Required
- Cuisine Type: Italian
- Dress Code: Casual Attire
The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence rooms are elegantly decorated and offer a taste of Florentine tradition.
Due to local regulations and restrictions, air conditioning and heating operate seasonally.Available in All Rooms:
- Air Conditioning
- Crib
- DVD Player
- Hair Dryer
- Housekeeping - Daily
- In-Room Safe
- Internet Access (high-speed)
- Internet Access (wireless)
- Mini-bar
- Radio
- Rollaway Bed (fee may apply)
- Satellite/Cable TV
Deluxe rooms feature high ceilings, natural light and are furnished with antique Florentine furnishings and fine fabrics. Bathrooms have a combination shower and bathtub.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
Slightly larger than the Deluxe Rooms, each Premium Deluxe Room has its own unique style featuring Florentine, Medici, or Renaissance-style antique furniture. A rollaway bed is included for the third guest.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
Similar to the Deluxe Room, Deluxe Arno Rooms feature views of the Arno River and the city.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
Similar to the Premium Deluxe Room, Premium Deluxe Arno Rooms feature views overlooking the Arno River. A rollaway bed is included for the third guest.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
Junior Suites feature a separate seating area with a Sofa, Renaissance style furnishings and views of the city. A rollaway bed is included for the third guest.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
The rooms are located on the top floor and feature panoramic views of the Arno River from the terrace. Penthouse Rooms are warm and refined with wooden furniture and marble bathrooms.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
Similar to the Junior Suite, the Junior Suite Arno features views of the Arno River. A rollaway bed is included for the third guest.
- Bedding: King or Two Twins
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