HOTEL SUMMARY
Where Renaissance grandeur meets contemporary luxury, Four Seasons Hotel Firenze transforms two historic palaces into Florence's most exclusive urban retreat, set within the city's largest private garden spanning 11 magnificent acres.
Built in 1472 by Bartolomeo Scala, confidant to Lorenzo il Magnifico, the Palazzo della Gherardesca stands as a testament to Renaissance artistry. Architect Giuliano da Sangallo's masterpiece underwent seven years of meticulous restoration before reopening in 2008 as Italy's first city resort. The adjacent 16th-century Villa, once a convent, completes this extraordinary property that has welcomed Medici cardinals, Egyptian viceroys, and European nobility across five centuries. This Forbes Five-Star property represents Four Seasons' commitment to preserving cultural heritage while delivering unparalleled luxury hospitality.
Designer Pierre-Yves Rochon, renowned for Four Seasons George V Paris, has created 116 individually appointed rooms and suites, including 42 suites that showcase original frescoes, vaulted ceilings, and Capodimonte ceramic floors. The Royal Suite della Gherardesca features 17th-century painted ceilings and garden views, while the unique Garden Suite occupies the former limonaia with its own seasonal pool. The exclusive 36-room La Villa operates as a hotel-within-a-hotel, offering private reception, concierge services, and the intimate La Magnolia breakfast room. Each accommodation blends authentic Renaissance details with signature Four Seasons amenities, white marble bathrooms, and rich brocades in distinctive green and yellow palettes.
Michelin-starred Il Palagio showcases Chef Paolo Lavezzini's modern Tuscan cuisine beneath antique vaulted ceilings, while seasonal Al Fresco dining transforms the gardens into an outdoor restaurant. The Atrium Bar provides sophisticated cocktails within the palazzo's grand entrance hall. The two-story spa features treatments by Mimi Luzon, while the 790-square-meter pool overlooks the Giardino della Gherardesca, filled with rare botanicals, ancient sculptures, and winding pathways. Exclusive experiences include private Ponte Vecchio terrace dinners, Chianti cycling tours, and Arno River excursions.
This Florence luxury hotel offers an unmatched combination of Renaissance authenticity and Four Seasons excellence, just steps from the Duomo and Santa Croce. Book the Royal Suite for ultimate grandeur, or choose La Villa for intimate privacy. En Primeur Club members enjoy exclusive upgrades and personalized concierge services at this extraordinary Florentine sanctuary.