A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Grand Hotel Minerva provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighborhood in Florence, Grand Hotel Minerva is near a train station. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Boboli Gardens and Arcetri Observatory are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Florence travel guide
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, FI, 50123
What's nearby
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Via de' Tornabuoni
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Piazza del Duomo
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Unità Tram Stop
2 min walk
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station)
5 min walk
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
25 min drive
Restaurants
Osteria e Vinaino Cicalone
2 min walk
The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub
1 min walk
Ristorante Buca Mario
2 min walk
Cafe dei Fossi
2 min walk
Osteria Pastella
2 min walk
About this property
Grand Hotel Minerva
Upscale boutique hotel in the city center
A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Grand Hotel Minerva provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
A seasonal outdoor pool along with pool umbrellas
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
5 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a porter/bellhop
Free newspapers, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff, first-rate property condition, and location
Room features
All 97 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
Childcare services, heating, and daily housekeeping
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–7:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Minerva?
As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Minerva on Nov 24, 2026 start from CA $404, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Grand Hotel Minerva pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Valet parking is available for EUR 45 per day. Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Minerva?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Minerva?
Check-out is at noon.
Where is Grand Hotel Minerva located?
Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this boutique hotel is steps from National Alinari Museum of Photography and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Grand Hotel Minerva Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Wonderful hotel, great location. The breakfast was wonderful and the staff very attentive and helpful. The pool and rooftop view are the star attraction! We were also upgraded to a jr. suite which was very kind of the staff. A more expensive hotel but well worth it.
As I said to the desk agent when we checked out, it’s not a four star hotel but a five star. Perfect location in the piazza, a short walk from the train station. Minutes away from the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi and all of the shopping anyone needs. This was our third trip to Florence and we’ll stay there again on our fourth trip.
We stayed in the Romance Suite, it was VERY spacious, two bathrooms, comfortable bed, sitting area, and a balcony - though not wide enough to sit, it was long enough to walk.
Rooftop pool with lots of space to lounge and get a drink at the rooftop bar. Very classy and high quality throughout. Good location, quiet. Amazing staff.
Fantastic Hotel and location. Minutes walk from the Train Station. Was upgraded on arrival which was a great touch, friendly staff and good choice of Buffet Breakfast. Small Roof Top Swimming Pool and Bar, which is rare in the area.
Florence is stunning and great for Designer Shopping.