Top Hotels in Florence, Italy

As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence offers incredible sights at every turn, from marble basilicas and ancient churches to sculptures by masters like Michelangelo. It’s the kind of place where you could wander down a cobblestoned side street and stumble upon a 15th-century palazzo—making it a destination ripe for adventure and discovery. Moreover, if you stay at one of Florence’s best hotels, you’ll uncover a “hidden” side to the ancient city.

Every year for the World’s Best Awards survey, iBestTravel asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe—to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Hotels were rated on their facilities, location, service, food, and overall value. Consequently, properties were classified as city or resort based on their locations and amenities.

Of course, a trip to Florence isn’t complete without checking out some of the city’s most iconic attractions—and if you’re the kind of traveler who wants to see and do it all, you can’t beat the combination of convenience and comfort at Hotel Lungarno, which readers voted to the No. 4 position this year. Built on the Arno River, overlooking the iconic Ponte Vecchio, the 65-key property— which tied for the No. 1 spot in last year’s awards—has one of the best locations in the entire city. However, Lungarno offers much more than its covetable address—namely, a museum-worthy art collection and elegant, residential-style interiors. “Perfect in every way,” wrote one reader.

10. Hotel Bernini Palace

Score: 84.15

More information: hotelbernini.duetorrihotels.com

9. Belmond Villa San Michele

Score: 90.12

More information: belmond.com

8. The Westin Excelsior

Score: 90.71

More information: marriott.com

7. Hotel Savoy, Rocco Forte Hotels

Score: 91.06

More information: roccofortehotels.com

6. Four Seasons Hotel Firenze

Score: 92.15

More information: fourseasons.com/florence

5. Portrait Firenze

Score: 92.38

More information: lungarnocollection.com/portrait-firenze

4. Hotel Lungarno

Score: 93.06

More information: lungarnocollection.com/hotel-lungarno

3. Hotel Brunelleschi

Score: 93.20

More information: brunelleschihotelflorence.com

2. St. Regis Florence

Score: 93.49

More information: marriott.com

1. J.K. Place Firenze

Score: 97.27

More information: jkplace.com

What this 20-room boutique hotel lacks in size, it more than makes up for in style, character, and outstanding views of Florence’s bustling Piazza Santa Maria Novella. Decked out in antiques, Moroccan lamps, and framed charcoal drawings, the intimate property feels like staying in the home of an impossibly stylish friend. Therefore, the extravagant rooms have four-poster beds with heavy drapery and travertine bathrooms, while the lounge, library, and sitting room are so cozy, you’ll be tempted to skip an afternoon of sightseeing just to sit and pore over the extensive art-book collections. The highlight of J.K. Place Firenze, though, is the service. The property’s GM, Claudio Meli, has an encyclopedic knowledge of the city, and his expert staff is always willing to help—whether you need dinner reservations or a personal Wi-Fi hot spot for your day of sightseeing.