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Disclosure: Florence Life may earn a referral fee from some links in this post, at no extra cost to you. Plan My Stay connects you with real travel advisors. Some of my favorite places to stay in Florence are small hotels where the staff learn your name by the second morning. Boutique hotels here are often in old towers, palazzi or riverside buildings, each with its own personality. This list covers smaller hotels with design character. For all types of stays, see our Where t

Disclosure: Florence Life may earn a referral fee from some links in this post, at no extra cost to you. Plan My Stay connects you with real travel advisors. Florence's grand hotels are part of the city's story. Many sit in historic palazzi on the Arno or on the main piazzas, and staying in one feels like living inside the Renaissance city for a few days. This guide covers the large, classic five-star flagships. For every type of stay, see our Where to Stay guides. How to cho