"The restaurant, garden and pool a treasure in the heart of Florence."
Nic from Australia
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"Beautiful courtyard garden for escaping the city after a long hard day touring."
K123 from United Kingdom
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"The bathroom was fantastic, especially the shower which was so relaxing after a long day!"
Anonymous from United States
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"Converted convent was a classic building."
Gregory from Ireland
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"So close to everything I wanted to see."
Kathleen from United States
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4-Star Boutique Hotel in a 14th-Century Franciscan Convent, Steps from Florence's Landmarks
Property & History
Rivoli Boutique Hotel occupies a renovated 14th-century Franciscan monastery in Florence's historic center, 300 meters from Santa Maria Novella railway station. The building stands opposite the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica of Santa Maria Novella, the world's oldest pharmacy. Guests enter a lobby with vaulted ceilings and a bar area, then step into a lush garden and internal courtyard with an outdoor hot tub.
Rooms & Suites
The hotel offers soundproofed rooms with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with hairdryers and free toiletries. Some rooms include a terrace overlooking the courtyard or pool. Room configurations range from Comfort Double or Twin Rooms to Prestige Double Rooms and family-friendly triple rooms, catering to solo travelers, couples, and families.
Dining & Breakfast
On-site dining operates at the Benedicta Restaurant, which serves crafted dinners focusing on local and organic cuisine, with indoor and courtyard seating. An extensive buffet breakfast includes local and organic options, plus cappuccino, espresso, cold cuts, cheese, pastries, eggs, and bacon. The bar offers happy hour, wine, champagne, and a snack bar menu.
Wellness & Spa
The Aqua Wellness Spa includes a sauna, Turkish bath, massage center, and a fitness center. Guests can book back massages, full body massages, couples massages, head massages, and spa/wellness packages. The outdoor swimming pool and hydromassage pool are available, along with a spa lounge and relaxation area.
Location & Services
The hotel stands within walking distance of Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and the Uffizi Gallery. Valet parking is available, and the 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, currency exchange, luggage storage, and tour desk. The property is pet-friendly, has family rooms, and provides babysitting or child services upon request.