Relais Santa Croce

Florence, Italy

9.6 Superior Luxury
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About the Hotel

The cupolas, domes and red-tiled roofs of Florence shelter a world of art and breathtaking beauty. Those who walk the streets, marketplaces, medieval bridges and cafe-filled town squares will discover frescoes and statues from artists spanning centuries. An Italian city dedicated to dolce vita, Florence brings delicious cuisine, exquisite design, beautiful clothing and leatherwork, and an entire world of art and architecture together in the heart of Tuscany. In the center of this fabled city, discover the Relais Santa Croce, a 17th-century palace converted into a luxurious boutique hotel, on the very doorstep to some of Florence's most treasured historic sites. At Relais Santa Croce, Florence's style and aesthetic mingle with modern amenities and exceptional service for an experience worthy of a Medici.

Location

Relais Santa Croce
Via Ghibellina 87
Florence, Italy 50122

Nearest Airport: PSA

Features and Amenities

  • Dining
  • Restaurant
  • On-Site Amenities
  • Laundry Service
  • WiFi
  • Art Collection
  • In-Room Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • In-Room Safes
  • Mini Bar
  • Satellite Television
  • Business
  • Business Center/Services
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Nearby
  • Historic Sites
  • Train Station
  • Museums
  • Interests
  • City
  • Culture & Arts
  • Signature Perks

Reviews for Relais Santa Croce

Great Place to Stay

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 2 days ago

Our stay at Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts was absolutely exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the level of service truly went above and beyond anything we expected. Every member of the staff—check-in, doormen/porters, restaurant team, room service, and housekeeping—was outstanding. Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always had a genuine smile, which made our stay that much more enjoyable. One small adjustment for us was learning that Italian hotels typically don’t provide irons or ironing boards in the room, but that’s more of a cultural difference than a drawback. The interior layout of the hotel is a bit unique and can feel slightly confusing at first, but once we got familiar with it, it added to the charm of the property. If you’re sensitive to noise, I would recommend bringing earplugs. This isn’t something the hotel can control, but there was consistent late-night street noise that could be heard from outside. The location is excellent—within about a 15-minute walk to major attractions like the Florence Cathedral. With the narrow one-way streets in the area, walking is often quicker and more convenient than taking a taxi. Overall, Baglioni did not disappoint. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Florence.

Travlingman33 - Los Angeles, California


STAY AWAY!

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 5 months ago

Palazzo Firenze By Baglioni Hotels & Resorts Florence The WORST HOTEL EVER! 1038001122 Not a 5 star hotel! A 3 star at best. Rooms are old and somewhat dirty. Upholstered furniture has stains. The dining room is small/informal with no atmosphere and the bar is a few tables off the lobby. After checking in, we tried to cancel the remaining 4 nights and were told because we cancelled the next night 1 hour late we had to pay the cancellation fee. Then they refused to credit our card for any refund but instead want specific bank information. Once they receive that info they indicated it would take 15-21 days to refund our money. We were told upon leaving that they are closing the hotel in the winter to completely refurbish the hotel with all new furniture, etc! Traveler be WARNED, DO NOT STAY HERE! - EVEN AFTER ANY RENOVATION! This is a TERRIBLE COMPANY that doesn’t care about you but only your money.

C9487QNdavids - Pasadena, California


Would absolutely stay here again...

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 7 months ago

Loved Palazzo Firenze, with its intimate accommodations, quiet footpath to the hotel, great common areas and simple but filling breakfasts. Would recommend as centrally located to everything, but not in the heart of the action... hence, great night sleeps and personalized attention.

MarieKA2712 - Longmont, Colorado


Fantastic hotel in Florence

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 8 months ago

Palazzo Firenze by Baglioni is a fantastic hotel in a great location in Florence. The staff is wonderful and helpful. The service level and food is great. We would stay again and I highly recommend this property.

DSGSV - Belle River, Canada


served its purpose well

TripAdvisor Traveler Review Rating Reviewed 8 months ago

the hotel is very close to the good area, however the street itself that it is on, can be at night a tad uncomfortable for a lone traveler. the hotel front doors get locked at midnight. that being said the service is very friendly. the rooms are very nice. there is a bar in the hotel however no shops or real lobby. it serves the purpose well for a nice place to sleep but not much of a vibe.

Islandremarks


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A great place to stay - we loved the room, the service, the food and the location.
-P.N.


Surely one of the friendliest and most intimately beautiful hotels in the world.
-A. & J. Immanuel


My friend and I just returned from a glorious 4 day trip in Florence. We booked the Relais Santa Croce after winning a bid at Luxury Link and could not have been more pleased. The hotel itself is gorgeous - a perfect balance of Florentine architecture, old world touches and modern amenities. The main lobby lounge is a dream come true with its beautifully embellished ceiling and walls. The pictures simply do not do it justice. The hotel was quiet during our stay, and we experienced incredibly attentive and gracious service. Everything, including the e-mail correspondence leading up to the trip, was handled professionally and with care. The rooms were very comfortable, we could not have asked for anything more. The food at the hotel's restaurant, Guelfi e Ghibellini, was prepared very well and was quite delicious. The hotel had booked for us in advance some museum passes and tours. For the city tour, we thoroughly enjoyed the private walking tour given by Fadi Bassil of Florencetown. Fadi's background in architecture enhanced our understanding of so many of the beautiful structures and art pieces throughout the city. He was knowledgeable about all of the questions we had along the way, was very flexible about timing and which attractions to see in accordance with our preferences. We were extremely pleased with both tours and would highly recommend them to anyone. We had the most perfect time in Florence and will definitely be returning soon!
-Jola


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