Enjoy the very best of Florentine life at Helvetia & Bristol, a timeless five-star hotel with an award-winning spa.
Rich in history and elegance, the Helvetia & Bristol has been captivating guests since 1885, when Florence was a popular stop on the Grand Tour.
Recently renovated, the hotel now offers all the traditional glamour of its storied past with new modern flourishes, most notably the largest spa in Flornce's historic centre, where the ancient Roman baths once stood.
Spend four luxurious nights at Helvetia & Bristol in one of the 89 recently renovated guest rooms, decked out with antique furniture and meticulously restored works of art.
Each day will begin with a delicious breakfast crafted by renowned Italian pastry chef Iginio Massari, with aromatic plum cakes and brioche and croissants filled with fresh creams.
In the evening, head to the Cibrèo in the Bristol wing to enjoy an aperitif at the yellow Siena marble bar. Your stay will include a cocktail masterclass with one of the hotel's expert mixologists, who'll teach you how to make a classic Negroni and a special Cibrèo version.
The hotel's real centrepiece is the exceptional spa, and you'll have a 20% discount on your first treatment. The spa covers 540 square meters, with a calidarium, tepidarium, sudatorium, frigidarium and two spectacular pools.
Throughout your stay you'll have access to the fitness centre with its top-class facilities. Also included in your stay is a 55-minute stretching class, allowing you to relax and unwind in the exquisite surroundings of historic Florence's largest spa.
You can step out of the hotel at night and feel right in the centre of the action.
In the centre of Florence, you're within walking distance of the upmarket shops and sights such as the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria.
By plane: direct flights from London to Florence take over 2 hours. The hotel is a 20-minute drive from the airport. Parking costs €60 per day. skyscanner.net
This is perfect for weekend city-breakers looking for a central location. The winter garden has a green and violet stained-glass ceiling and botanic wallpaper.
The room keys are still actual keys on heavy fobs, which is a lovely touch.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Terrace
- Fitness centre
- Spa
- Free Wi-Fi
Room 105 is a lavish suite in the new "Bristol" wing with parquet floors and a stand-alone roll-top bath. Both the clothes hangers and the slippers are made in Italy which is a lovely touch.
Deluxe Room, Family Room, Junior Suite, Suite, Panoramic Suite, Presidential Suite
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, pillow menu, TV, free Wi-Fi
A lavish breakfast buffet is laid out on a huge oval table in the winter garden. The slow-cooked beef ribs melt in the mouth.
Winter Garden: open daily for breakfast by Iginio Massari. Options include brioche, croissants, biscuits, cakes and pastries.
Cibrèo Caffè: casual café and bar, antipasti, snacks and salads. All-day dining, open daily.
Cibrèo Ristorante & Cocktail Bar: main restaurant, Italian cuisine. Open Tue-Sun for dinner and drinks.
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