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Grand Hotel Minerva

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, FI, 50123 Italy

Historic hotel with modern feel on central piazza

Picturesque piazza
Dating back to the Middle Ages, this grand residence is one of the oldest hotels in Florence and occupies the charming Santa Maria Novella piazza, 150 metres from the main train station. Show more
Rooftop panorama
During the warmer months, guests can recline on sun loungers and enjoy drinks from the marble-topped bar, accompanied by panoramic views across the city.
Marble and minibars
Modern guestrooms feature distressed wood furniture and come equipped with television, wireless Internet, and minibars; marble-tiled bathrooms include showers and tubs. Hide

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Room type  
Classic Double Room
One double bed or two twin beds. Modern decor in soft, pastel tones with distressed wood furnishings, wardrobe, desk and double-glazed windows. Climate control, minibar, tea/coffee making facilities. Complimentary wireless Internet access, direct-dial telephone, 21-inch television with satellite channels and pay movies.
Superior Double Room - Breakfast included
One double or two twin beds. View of the cloisters or the façade of Santa Maria Novella Church. Modern decor in soft, pastel tones with distressed wood furnishings, wardrobe, desk and double-glazed windows. Climate control, minibar, complimentary bottled water, bathrobe, tea and coffee facilities and biscuits. Complimentary wireless Internet access, direct-dial telephone, television with satellite channels and pay movies.
Double Single Use
1 double bed. Desk. In-room safe. Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary). Satellite television service. Pay movies. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Clock radio. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Private bathroom. Shower/tub combination. Bidet. Makeup/shaving mirror. Slippers. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries. Trouser press. Complimentary newspaper. Blackout drapes/curtains. Air conditioning. Climate control. Window opens.
Two Connecting Rooms
2 double beds or 4 twin beds. Desk. In-room safe. Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary). Satellite television service. Pay movies. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Clock radio. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Private bathroom. Shower/tub combination. Bidet. Makeup/shaving mirror. Slippers. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries. Trouser press. Complimentary newspaper. Blackout drapes/curtains. Air conditioning. Climate control. Window opens.
Single Room
1 bed. Desk. In-room safe. Wireless high-speed Internet access (complimentary). Satellite television service. Pay movies. Direct-dial phone. Voice mail. Clock radio. Minibar. Coffee/tea maker. Private bathroom. Shower/tub combination. Bidet. Makeup/shaving mirror. Slippers. Hair dryer. Complimentary toiletries. Trouser press. Complimentary newspaper. Blackout drapes/curtains. Air conditioning. Climate control. Window opens. Daily housekeeping.
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Property Amenities

Between May and September guests can soak up the sun and enjoy the city views from the rooftop solarium. Over June and July the terrace also hosts live jazz accompanied by aperitifs. A marble-topped bar is also open over the summer serving a range of drinks and snacks. Alternatively, an American bar is open year-round in the reception area overlooking the piazza.

Facilities for business guests include complimentary wireless Internet access and a complimentary Internet connection point. All hotel guests are also offered discounted access to the facilities at a nearby fitness centre.

  • Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant(s) in hotel
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Valet parking
  • Banquet facilities
  • Computer rental
  • Total number of rooms - 102
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Audio-visual equipment
  • Number of floors - 6
  • Elevator/lift
  • Air-conditioned public areas
  • Complimentary newspapers in lobby
  • Concierge desk
  • Internet point
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • One meeting/conference room
  • Parking limited (surcharge)
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Limo or Town Car service available
  • Massage - spa treatment room(s)
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Patio
  • Picnic area
  • Business services
  • Free breakfast
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Secure parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secretarial services
  • Shoe shine
  • Garden
  • Translation services
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Room Amenities

  • Pay movies
  • Climate control
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Direct-dial phone
  • Voice mail
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Wake-up calls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Complimentary toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Extra towels/bedding in room
  • Makeup/shaving mirror
  • Slippers
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Satellite television service
  • Window opens
  • Trouser press
  • Clock radio
  • Desk
  • Cribs/infant beds available
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • In-room safe
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms

The Grand Hotel Minerva has 102 guestrooms spread over its six floors, all of which are characterised by distressed wood furnishings and pastel-toned decor. Views through double-glazed windows are either over the piazza, the neighbouring church cloisters, or the inner courtyard garden.

All guestrooms provide fully-stocked minibars, complimentary wireless Internet, 21-inch televisions with satellite channels, and pay movies. Marble-tiled bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, hair dryers and complimentary toiletries.

Grand Hotel Minerva, Florence,  Italy, Rooms Guest Room

Accessibility Options

To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests” section of “Trip Preferences” when you book your hotel.

  • Accessible bathroom
  • Accessible path of travel
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower

Dining

I Chiostri - Open from April to September, this restaurant serves a range of seasonal Mediterranean and Tuscan dishes and opens out onto a terrace overlooking the piazza for al fresco dining in fine weather. Open for lunch and dinner.

Grand Hotel Minerva, Florence,  Italy, Dining Breakfast room

Recreation

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.

  • Golfing nearby
  • Aerobics nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Swimming on site

Hotel Policies & Fees

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Policies
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
  • Pets accepted
  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
Fees
  • The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
    • Self parking fee: EUR 30-40 per day
    • Self parking fee for large vehicle: EUR 50 per day
  • The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Mandatory Fees and Taxes
  • Some properties have extra fees for amenities or services that may apply even if you do not use them. Government fees or taxes also may be charged to you when you check in or check out. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
    • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
  • We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.

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Grand Hotel Minerva
4.5
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out of 112 reviews

Victor from Sag Harbor NY
5.0
out of 5

“Liked it a lot!”

Nice location, pool was a god sent in the heat.

Carole from County Antrim, Northern Ireland
5.0
out of 5

“Great Hotel”

Hotel staff very friendly. Cleanliness of hotel was excellent. Breakfast buffet was first class. Will definitely stay in this hotel again!

Meg from Los Angeles, CA
5.0
out of 5

“Great little Florence hotel”

Grand Minerva has friendly and helpful front-desk staff, spacious rooms, a very convenient location, and a to-die-for roof-top pool, fabulous in summer months.

Ginger from League City, TX
5.0
out of 5

“Loved it!”

My daughter and I had a fabulous time at this hotel! It was easy to find from the train station, and I could even easily see it from the top of the bell tower! It was beautiful, clean, and the hotel staff was very helpful and friendly. Our room and bathroom were very nice and had plenty of room for 2. It rained while we were there so we weren't able to use the rooftop pool, but it was just as pretty as the pictures. The view from the roof and from our own window was gorgeous! Breakfast was delicious. We would totally recommend to everyone and would definitely stay there again!

Sebnem from Istanbul
5.0
out of 5

“It possible going to everywhere by walking.”

Hotel is very nice.Location is very fine.Breakfast is good.

Martin from Essex UK
5.0
out of 5

“Very lovely example”

I booked this through expedia and looked at other peoples review which overall where very good. We were attending a wedding for one of our friends who was getting married in the town hall. Although out hotel was the furthest away than all our friends it was still only 10 mins walk from the town hall. The service we experience was extremely good and everyone in the hotel was very helpful (nothing was to much trouble). The hotel is very modern and very well decorated within the Italian theme. Breakfast was very good and although we ate out all nights on our visit the hotel restraurant and its menu looked very good. Its location is minutes away from both train and bus stations which is very convenient and 10 mins walk from all the main tourist attractions. They are very helpful on reception and any activities that you would like to see can be pre-booked at reception to save quering. I would certainly return to this hotel and would definately recommend it to our friends and family if they were going to Florence. We had a great 5 days in Florence helped by the helpful and friendly staff at the Minerva.

Alison from Lancashire
5.0
out of 5

“Fantastic location”

The hotel was very convenient for the railway station. The piazza was lovely and had a number of restaurants of good quality. It is right next to the Cathedral of Santa Maria Novella which is a beautiful building. The hotel itself was quiet and efficient. The room was immaculate and looked out onto the piazza. It was cleaned daily. Breakfast was very varied and of a high quality with helpful staff.

Nick from Bronx, NY
5.0
out of 5

“Excellent Location!!!”

This hotel is located near all the main attrations in Florence such as tour buses, churches, and train statiion. We loved the hotel for their kindness and hospitality. You will not have a problem with this hotel.

Jean-Christophe from Paris, France
5.0
out of 5

“De très belles prestations”

Nous avons prix une chambre standard (entrée de gamme) d'un excellent rapport qualité/prix, hôtel avec une vue imprenable sur Florence (piscine en prime à la belle saison) et idéalement placé (à côté de la gare centrale Santa Maria Novella et du centre historique, Duomo à 10 mn à pied !). Petit déjeuner buffet fort sympatique (varié et copieux). Hôtel d'un calme absolu (voyage hors saison). Idéal pour un week-end en amoureux (anniversaire de rencontre).

michael from chichester west sussex U.K.
5.0
out of 5

“Florence................simply the best”

Very clean,very friendly and efficient staff and very central location

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Grand Hotel Minerva

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16 Florence, FI , 50123 Italy

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Nearby Points of Interest

  • Santa Maria Novella Square - 0 km / 0 mi
  • National Alinari Museum of Photography - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Church of Santa Maria Novella - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Museo di Santa Maria Novella - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
  • Museo Marino Marini - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
  • Palazzo Rucellai - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Chiesa di Ognissanti - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Medici Chapels - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Strozzi Palace - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
  • Baptistry - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Santa Trinita Church - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
  • Palazzo degli Affari - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Piazza di San Giovanni - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
  • Salvatore Ferragamo Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi

Location Highlights

  • In historical district
  • In city center

The preferred airport for Grand Hotel Minerva is Florence (FLR-Peretola) - 5 km / 3.1 mi.

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  • Florence, Italy (FLR-Peretola)

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Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy: Santa Maria Novella Station is the main train station in Florence, with high-speed rail connections to Rome and Bologna. The station is in central Florence, situated near local landmarks like the Arno River, Santa Maria Novella, and Giardini della Fortezza.

Grand Hotel Minerva

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16 Florence, FI , 50123 Italy

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