A real one-off, this hotel in Florence retains the delightful atmosphere of a nineteenth century Florentine pensione. The family-run Hotel Pendini lies in the centre of Florence, and combines modern comforts with its old-world charms ... people come back year after year. Hotel Pendini, Florence
This Florence hotel is situated in Bivigliano, 16 kilometres from the city centre and within easy reach of many of Florence's most famous tourist sites including the Duomo (cathedral) and the Uffizi Gallery. Villa Giotto Park Hotel, Florence
One of the grandest hotels in the city, this Florence hotel boasts 102 classically furnished rooms featuring colour televisions, centralised music systems and well-stocked minibars. Grand Hotel Minerva, Florence
This Florence hotel is superbly positioned if you are arriving into the Santa Maria Novella train station. The 24-hour concierge and the always-open door allows you the flexibility to set your own schedule, and the luggage service means you can leave your suitcases at the hotel after check-out. Hotel Stella Mary, Florence
This Florence hotel is within a former private villa, built in 1790, and furnished in the traditional style, with antique furniture, old portraits and fine silverware. There is every modern comfort too, with luxuriously appointed, air-conditioned, ensuite bedrooms. Hotel Villa Azalee, Florence
With its proximity to the international Amerigo Vespucci airport, the exhibition centre at Fortezza da Basso, and the on-site conference facilities, this hotel in Florence is ideal for a business trip. Yet, the calm, residential location might also suit those holiday-makers looking to escape the tourist centre. Hotel Airport, Florence
Hotel Annabella is housed in a historic Florentine building close to Santa Maria Novella and Florence's mainline railway station. This hotel in Florence (Firenze) has ten air-conditioned, en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite TV and a minibar containing drinks and snacks. Annabella Hotel, Florence
Situated in a square near the Duomo, surrounded by gardens and close to many of Florence's most famous museums and galleries, the Hotel Castri has 70 rooms with air-conditioning, colour TV, direct-dial telephone and internet access. There is also a solarium, bar, meeting room and garage parking. Hotel Castri, Florence
