5-star hotel in the centre of Florence featuring a wellness centre, signature dining, and elegant accommodation just steps from the Duomo and Via de' Tornabuoni.
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Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is a refined 5-star hotel housed in a historic 19th-century palace in the heart of Florence’s city centre, just a 5-minute walk from the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria.
The property offers an exclusive hospitality experience where period charm meets contemporary pleasures. The interiors stand out for their majestic crystal chandeliers, fine wooden furnishings, and precious marble finishes in the bathrooms. For complete relaxation, guests can access the on-site wellness centre featuring Roman baths, a sauna, and treatment options, alongside a well-equipped gym.
The dining experience is curated down to the finest details, starting with a rich breakfast served in collaboration with Pasticceria Iginio Massari, followed by traditional dishes and signature cocktails created by Cibrèo Ristorante & Cocktail Bar. The unbeatable location allows guests to immediately reach the high-fashion boutiques of Via de’ Tornabuoni and the Santa Maria Novella train station.
The accommodations at Helvetia&Bristol Firenze reflect the grandeur of the historic building, offering elegant spaces enhanced by period furnishings, chandeliers, and refined details. All options include air conditioning, advanced soundproofing, a private bathroom finished in marble, a flat-screen TV with satellite and streaming channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, and WiFi connection.
The range of options varies from cozy single and deluxe rooms to connecting and family options designed for groups. Those seeking maximum comfort can opt for the spacious suites, equipped with corner seating areas, pillow menus, panoramic city views, or direct outlooks onto the monumental Palazzo Strozzi, combined with dedicated benefits for spa access.
Luxurious room furnished with late 19th-century period furniture and a marble bathroom. Includes a dedicated 50% discount on entry to the spa’s Roman Baths.
Spacious suite with a refined seating area and a fine marble bathroom. Guests enjoy a 50% discount on entry to the Roman Baths wellness circuit.
Intimate and elegant individual accommodation with lavish branch chandeliers, fine wood furniture, a flat-screen TV, and a marble-finished bathroom.
Exclusive suite featuring a pillow menu, a lounge with fine sofas, a welcome gift with fresh flowers, and 24-hour room service. It also offers a 50% discount on the spa.
Spacious option ideal for four people, consisting of soundproofed connecting spaces with two bathrooms, a tea and coffee maker, TV with streaming, and bathrobes.
Air-conditioned 38-square-metre triple room with soundproofed walls and a minibar. Guarantees a 50% discount to access the Roman Baths.
Space designed for family stays, soundproofed and equipped with a flat-screen TV, plus a 50% discount on the property’s Roman Baths.
Flagship 66 sq m suite with city views, top-of-the-range audio system, pillow menu, and 24-hour room service. Includes unlimited free spa access.
Helvetia&Bristol Firenze guarantees a top-tier stay thanks to a wide selection of carefully detailed facilities and services. Guests can indulge in moments of deep well-being at La Spa, featuring Roman baths, a Turkish bath, a sauna, a gym, and treatment rooms for customized massages and therapies, as well as yoga and fitness sessions upon request.
The dining scene excels with three on-site restaurants, the historic Cibrèo Ristorante & Cocktail Bar, and a special collaboration with Pasticceria Iginio Massari for breakfast. The 24-hour front desk offers qualified concierge service, guided tour bookings, car rental, and shuttle services. Accessible facilities, high-speed WiFi throughout the property, and convenient valet parking are also available.
Helvetia&Bristol Firenze is located in Via dei Pescioni, in the refined Santa Maria Novella district, right in the heart of Florence’s fashion and cultural quarter. The street ensures privacy while being just 50 metres from Via de’ Tornabuoni, the city’s luxury avenue dominated by Renaissance palaces. Among these, the majestic Palazzo Strozzi stands out, an important exhibition venue located only 70 metres from the hotel. Staying here means being able to stroll on foot through historic alleyways, monumental squares, haute couture ateliers, and historic cafes.
Transport logistics are excellent in every respect: Santa Maria Novella Train Station is just 550 metres away and easily reachable on foot in less than ten minutes. Florence Peretola Airport is about 5 kilometres away and well connected by taxi or tramway. The city’s main artistic landmarks are within very short walking distance: Piazza del Duomo with Giotto’s Campanile is 350 metres away, Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio 350 metres, the romantic Ponte Vecchio 400 metres, and the famous Uffizi Gallery about 500 metres.
At any time of year, the hotel offers a privileged base for discovering the beauty of Florence. During the warm season, it is pleasant to stroll along the banks of the Arno or head up to Piazzale Michelangelo, located 1.4 km away, to admire a spectacular panoramic view of the city at sunset. In cooler months, nearby museum itineraries such as the Bargello Museum 450 metres away, Palazzo Pitti 750 metres away, and the Accademia Gallery 750 metres away offer unmissable cultural stops, followed by a culinary break in the historic restaurants of the city centre.
Helvetia&Bristol Firenze gathers excellent reviews, led by an exceptional score for its central location and the supreme comfort of its rooms. Guests praise the high professionalism of the staff, the thorough cleanliness, and the quality of the wellness facilities, including the Massari signature breakfast.
Room prices at Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione vary depending on the dates, room type, and season. You can check the updated price from our search partners.
Yes, Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione features a full wellness centre with Roman Baths, sauna, Turkish bath, and gym. Access is allowed from 14 years of age.
Yes, Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione welcomes pets upon request, and charges may apply.
At Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione, check-in is available from 15:00, while check-out must be completed by 12:00.
Yes, Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione offers guests a valet parking service at an off-site partner garage.
Yes, free WiFi is available for all guests throughout the rooms and common areas of Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione.
Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is approximately 550 metres from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, reachable on foot in less than 10 minutes.
