Via S. Gallo, 30 - 50129 Firenze

After taking over the ownership and management of the hotel, the Bufalini family has personally overseeing the renovation of Orto de' Medici.  This hotel is completely new, featuring rooms with balconies facing the historic city of Florence, halls with frescoes, a terrace and a new entrance directly on the main street.  Built in the mid 19th century, the entire structure has maintained its original aspect and style.

The Hotel Orto de' Medici is situated in a 19th Century palace in the center of the city, close to Piazza S. Marco and the Academy (home to Michelagelo's David), just 10 minutes on foot from the Duomo.  The 31 rooms, restored and furnished to maintain their original charm, each have direct dialing phone, colour TV, safe, air-conditioning (from June to Sept.) and fridge bar.  Guest can enjoy the beautiful sitting room and breakfast room decorated with frescos, and relax on the lovely terrace covered with an array of colorful flowers.  The central position of the Hotel, its well appointed banqueting suits, make it ideal for private functions such as business meetings, wedding receptions and cocktails parties.

"In the second half of the fifteenth century the Garden of San Marco lay between Via degli Arazzieri and Via San Silvestro; within its auspices Lorenzo dei Medici and Master Bertoldo di Giovanni instructed the minds of the young Michelangelo and other artists. In memory of this, posterity has recognized this garden as the first museum and art academy in Europe."

There is a garage nearby and another within 13 minutes walking distance, both for a fee.

Comments from past clients -

"The Orto d' Medici in Florence was just north of the prime tourist areas and we like that as it was not too crowded and the kids got more of a flavor of what it would be like for the locals to live in the city. The staff was extremely helpful, there were no problems with reservations and breakfast was good."

"We just returned from italy and loved our stay at the Orto de Medici. We had a wonderful, balaconied room overlooking the terrace.  We would recommend the hotel to others looking for a quiet spot within an easy walk of major sights.  The front desk assisted us with reservation for museums and recommended several good restaurants.   Thanks for arranging the room for us!"

"The room at Orto de Medici was so lovely that it broke my heart when we had to leave. The location was perfect."

"Excellent location, rooms spacious and quiet, staff couldn't have been more helpful. We thouroughly enjoyed our stay in Florence".

"What a wonderful hotel, we loved it! The staff was superb and the room on the top floor with the terrace looking over the roofs of Florence was magic".

Rates 2008

SPECIAL SUMMER RATES AVAILABLE JULY 11-AUGUST 31!!

**Rates include VAT, service, buffet breakfast. Car park is available at 24 - 30 E per day.

To see select photos of Hotel Orto de Medici, click here.

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For more information or to schedule your stay please contact:

Small & Elegant Hotels, International
9425 Whispering Sands
West Olive, MI 49460 - USA
TEL: (616) 844-6000 / FAX: (616) 844-6042
E-Mail: res@smallandeleganthotels.com

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