Hotel La Fortezza, Florence
Overview
The 3-star Hotel La Fortezza Florence features a prime location around a 5-minute walk from Fortezza da Basso - Gardens. This lovely hotel boasts a private garden in a residential area, 2.8 km from The Boboli Gardens.
Location
The unfinished Basilica of San Lorenzo is nearly 5 minutes' walk away, while Florence Santa Maria Novella train station is within reach of the hotel. Guests can visit Foresta di Vallombrosa, located 300 metres from the property, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, which is a mere 1.7 km away.
There is Ponte Vecchio Bridge 25 minutes' stroll away, and SITA Auto Stazione bus station is within a few blocks of this cosy hotel.
For those travelling from afar, Peretola airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
Rooms
The rooms at the elegant La Fortezza include air conditioning, as well as media facilities like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Bathrooms with a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, also feature hair dryers and free toiletries for guests' extra comfort.
Eat & Drink
Enjoy Tuscan cuisine in the restaurant Osteria Vecchio Cancello, situated approximately 200 metres away.
Leisure & Business
This comfortable accommodation provides various recreational opportunities and a garden.
Licence number: IT048017A1JMDORXFI
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Recommended for:
Wine TastingGuests can enjoy a wine tasting experience in the hotel's private wine cellar, sampling some of Tuscany's finest wines with a sommelier.
Cooking ClassLearn how to cook authentic Italian recipes in La Fortezza's kitchen, under the guidance of a professional chef.
Olive Oil TastingExperience the golden goodness of extra virgin olive oil produced locally in Tuscany, and learn the difference between various types.
Truffle HuntingTake a guided tour to hunt for the elusive truffle with the help of trained dogs in the beautiful Tuscan countryside.
Horseback RidingExplore the picturesque landscapes of Tuscany on horseback, with trails that pass through olive groves, vineyards, and fields.
Italian Language classesJoin a language class to learn survival Italian while enjoying the ambiance of medieval rooms.
- Painting Workshops
- Yoga Classes
- Spa Treatments
- Historical Tour
- Private Picnics
- Star Gazing
- Cocktail Making
- Meditation Classes
Licence number: IT048017A1JMDORXFI
Location
Convenient Location
This area is near Piazza del Duomo, Mercato Centrale, and Galleria dell'Accademia, offering easy access to key sites.
Historic Neighborhood
The San Lorenzo district features historic landmarks, artisan shops, and local markets, including Mercato Centrale and Basilica di San Lorenzo.
Local Bites to Try
Trattoria Za Za, All'antico vinaio, and Chianineria Trattoria dall'Oste serve Tuscan dishes, sandwiches, and steaks.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants