Firenze
Renaissance palazzo grandeur meets genuinely lived-in luxury. Heavy on real history: original 17th-century frescoes, Baroque painted ceilings, Capodimonte ceramic floors, period furniture. The 2024 Palazzo del Nero addition brings a younger, more contemporary edge with its coastal seafood restaurant Onde and DJ-backed vermouth bar. But the soul of the place remains the garden — statues, fountains, an Ionic temple, and centuries-old trees you won't find anywhere else in the city.
Request a suite in Palazzo della Gherardesca for original frescoes and garden or park views — rooms in Palazzo del Nero are newer and more contemporary but lack the historic wow factor
Why It Matters
One of the only city hotels in Europe where you can sleep inside a genuine 15th-century Medici palace, surrounded by original art and one of Florence's largest private gardens. The Michelin-starred Il Palagio anchors the dining. The 2024 expansion into Palazzo del Nero added 36 rooms, two new restaurants, and a completely different aesthetic wing. The property also holds a private terrace on the Ponte Vecchio for exclusive guest dinners.
Two Renaissance palaces, 500 years of history, and one of Florence's largest private gardens — all within walking distance of the Duomo. The Four Seasons Firenze is the kind of property that makes you forget you're staying at a hotel chain. The frescoes on your suite walls aren't reproductions. The 11-acre garden wasn't planted last year. And the Michelin-starred restaurant downstairs has its own serious identity. Opened originally in Palazzo della Gherardesca (1473) and expanded in October 2024 with the fully renovated Palazzo del Nero, the hotel now spans 116 rooms and suites across two historic buildings — no two rooms alike.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Deluxe Executive Suite
Spacious standalone suite ideal for business or family. Separate sleeping and living spaces, all the standard Four Seasons amenities. Less historically dramatic than the palazzo suites but still very generously sized.
King bed · 105 sqmDuomo View Executive Suite
A bi-level suite with an upstairs living room that looks straight out at Brunelleschi's dome. The kind of room where you just sit at the window with a glass of wine and do nothing for an hour.
King bed · 97 sqmFour Seasons Room
The standard bearer: 40–59 sqm, proper living area for unwinding, signature beds. Some guests find these disappointing relative to the suite-level experience, so go in with expectations calibrated.
King or two twin beds · 50 sqm
Frescoed Executive Suite
Original Renaissance frescoes throughout the interior. Waking up here is a genuine art history moment. Views of the Giardino del Borgo compete with the painted ceilings for your attention.
King bed · 90 sqmGallery Suite
The entry point to the historical suite category at 58–62 sqm. Still genuinely historic and far more characterful than most luxury hotels' top-tier rooms.
King bed · 60 sqm
Garden Suite
The former limonaia (greenhouse) of Palazzo del Nero, now a singular suite with its own private seasonal pool and garden terrace. One of the most distinctive rooms in the property. Book early.
King bed · 83 sqmGarden-View Executive Suite
Ranges 53–84 sqm depending on configuration, with garden aspect views. Good middle-ground option for guests wanting a proper suite living space with garden outlook without the full historical-suite premium.
King bed · 68 sqmPremier Room
Entry-level room at 31–51 sqm with Renaissance-inspired decor and modern comforts. On the smaller end for an ultra-luxury property — worth upgrading if budget allows.
King or two twin beds · 41 sqm
Presidential Suite at Palazzo del Nero
In the newly renovated Palazzo del Nero wing (2024), this suite offers refined comfort with Duomo views, contemporary Italian fabrics, and lush park views. Smaller than the Gherardesca presidential but newer throughout.
King bed · 121 sqmPresidential Suite de' Medici
A 19th-century coffered ceiling dedicated to Renaissance virtues, a windowed hallway, and state-of-the-art amenities. Named for the Medici family who once owned the palace. Call to book.
King bed · 205 sqmRenaissance Suite
Multiple versions ranging from 77–91 sqm. Think silk tapestries, ancient paintings, sculptural details, and every modern comfort tucked in behind period furnishings. Named for the era that built this place.
King bed · 84 sqmRoyal Suite (della Gherardesca)
The top room in the house — quite literally the former nobles' quarters of Palazzo della Gherardesca. Painted vaulted ceilings, 17th-century frescoes framing views of the private park, and original Capodimonte Maioliche-style ceramic floors. Call to book; rates not published online.
King bed · 234 sqmRoyal Three-Bedroom Suite
The largest configuration in the hotel at 372 sqm / 4,004 sq ft. Three bedrooms, accommodates up to 8 adults. Built around the Royal Suite in Palazzo della Gherardesca. Call to book.
Three king beds · 372 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Private tasting menu dinner held inside the hotel's deconsecrated Renaissance chapel, entirely decorated with original frescoes and mother-of-pearl details. Candles and floral centrepiece included. One of the most dramatic private dining settings in Florence.
Private dinner on a reserved terrace atop the iconic Ponte Vecchio, available only to Four Seasons guests. Gourmet tasting menu curated by Michelin-starred chefs, set against Florence's golden evening light over the Arno. Runs May 1 – October 31.
Dining experience on the hotel's elevated altana terrace with sweeping views over Florence's rooftops.
Concierge-arranged cooking experiences for guests — especially popular with families. Pizza and gelato-making classes in Florence.
A three-hour guided tour of the city's most iconic landmarks including the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Led by a professional guide with deep knowledge of Florentine history and architecture.
Guided session in the landscaped Gherardesca Garden combining meditation, breathing, and gentle body strengthening. Connects guests with the 15th-century botanical landscape.
A fitness and holistic program led by instructor Sandrine Kom in the historic Gherardesca Garden. Combines gentle movement, posture work, and breathwork. Designed to restore balance.
The concierge team curates customized itineraries for Tuscany road trips in Ferraris, Cabrios, and SUVs. Drive to Siena, the Chianti hills, or just around the city in style.
Art lessons for guests (especially popular with families and children) held outdoors in the Gherardesca Garden.
Every Wednesday at 8:00am, a personal trainer leads guests through a run around Florence. Starts at the gym. A genuinely good way to see the city before the crowds are out.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
24-hour business center with conference rooms and meeting spaces. Photocopier and work desk facilities available.
High-speed complimentary Wi-Fi throughout all guest rooms and public areas.
Round-the-clock room service with Tuscan and Italian menu including traditional breakfast options, handmade pasta, and full wine list.
Dedicated kids play area. Babysitting services available. Cooking classes (pizza and gelato), painting lessons in the garden, and family travel itineraries all arranged by concierge.
State-of-the-art gym with cardiovascular machines, strength-building equipment, and personal training rooms. Open 7am–10pm daily.
11-acre (4.5 hectares) private historic garden planted in the 15th century. Features statues, fountains, an Ionic temple, centuries-old trees, and a manicured lawn. One of the largest private gardens in Florence. Open to hotel guests.
Garden-set outdoor pool, open seasonally (broadly summer). Pool hours 10am–6pm. Complimentary for hotel guests. Al Fresco trattoria and Pool Tree Bar operate alongside it in season.
Year-round outdoor hot tub in the garden setting. Open 10am–6pm daily. Available to all guests.
24-hour concierge team able to arrange museum tickets, restaurant reservations, guided tours, day trips, car hire, and virtually anything else.
Retail boutiques within the hotel property.
Ten luxurious treatment rooms, some with garden and botanical surroundings. Spa open 9:30am–8:00pm.
Valet parking available on site. Charges apply.
Available to spa guests and hotel guests. Open 7am–10pm daily.
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