With a central yet quiet location just 5 minutes’ walk from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, Hotel Ginori Al Duomo is set in a 16th-century Renaissance building. It is 150 m from Florence Cathedral. It offers an outdoor pool, available with an extra cost.

Each room at Ginori Al Duomo has a unique and elegant design, some featuring frescoed walls and ceilings, some with wood-beamed ceilings. All air-conditioned, they also feature free Wi-Fi, a TV, kettle and minibar. Available international channels include the BBC, France 24, TVE, and PBK.

Breakfast is buffet style and includes fresh fruit, pastries and cakes.

Guests can enjoy wine tasting and wine-therapy sessions in the hotel’s underground wine cellar, with original stone floors and walls. The staff also speak Russian, and can help with carrying your luggage up the stairs.

The hotel is in a pedestrian area a 5-minute walk from the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David. Gallery and museum tickets and recommendations for the best local restaurants are available on site.