Guest House in Florence

Exteriors  

The guest house is conveniently located near Galleria degli Uffizi, Santa Maria Novella and Fortezza da Basso.

For fashionists shopping is an experience that cannot be overlooked for Gucci, Prada, Armani and Valentino are 15 minutes away. Another option is to visit theirs and other outlet shops outside the city and hunt a real bargain.

Strangely enough, this building which was in the 18th century part of a mental illness home, of which there are still traces, has been refurbished to include in it together with the hotel health centre which only guests can enjoy to relieve and comfort their bodies and soul. A place of pain in the past, today this guesthouse in Florence has turned into a haven for stressed souls.

The hospitable staff and owners will be enchanted to provide information to go on a “treasure hunt”. Florence is a composition of gems that you will want to discover: theatres, exhibitions, restaurants and why not the best ice-cream you have ever tried.

All around Tuscany there are cities that deserve a visit such as Arezzo with its antiques market, where vendors from any part of Italy offer priceless pieces of furniture and art of any collectable item you may be looking for. Festivals themed on wine take place and abound in the region. The Renaissance villas surrounding Florence are recommendable settings to feel the flavour of the area. Tuscany is world renowned for its wine brands whose cellars can be visited and taste their production afterwards and even participate in the grape harvest. Siena is home to an annual celebration that has taken place since the end of 15th century: the Palio of Siena. A celebration in which every inhabitant is a fan the horse representing their district in a race involving all the districts. The celebration also involves a procession in medieval costumes, songs and flags waving in the streets

Florence is filled with world celebrated museums and art galleries such as Uffizi, the Accademy, the Duomo, the Bargello, Palazzo Pitti, Santa Croce or Santa Maria Novella cathedrals, there are other lesser known places that deserve a visit for they truly represent Florence’s history and art, Just to name a few the Cenacolo di Santa Apollonia housing Castagno’s Last Supper (1445-1450) and others, a 16th century garden, Giardino dei Semplici and the Etruscan and Greek collections at the Archaeological Museum. The works of art at the Basilica of San Lorenzo and the Palazzo Medici Riccardi, which is itself a work of art and houses works should not be missed by any means. the zoo museum La Specola and the Gregorian chants at Chiesa di San Miniato are two other must-visit.      
 

Accadema Guest House offers to book tickets of performances at the major theatres and to recommend wine bars, trattorias and exquisite restaurants for all budgets and taste. You will be able to eat out at restaurants serving the typical cuisine or at an ethnic restaurant. The range of options is endless.

You will be advised on many lesser known shops yet as high quality as those world renowned: shops selling chocolates, delicatessens, pizza, bags, perfumes ice-cream, accessories, clothes and shoe wear are included on a select list of recommendable places.  

As the guesthouse does not afford a garage, guest can park their car in any of the four garages near the guesthouse.  
 

Interiors

Glamour is the word that perfectly describes this guesthouse in Florence. Crystals, frames, gold, velvet, lights and colours make a one-of-a-kind composition.

The rooms afford LCD TV, minibar, safe, set for tea and coffee. Wi-Fi connection. air conditioning and they keep to the non smoking policy with the exception of the courtyard.  

All guests can share a precious and peaceful courtyard dotted with plants and strokes of flowers. They also can enjoy the living room and its small library with international guide and art books. In this relaxation areas there is a computer which is available on request.

Only guests can relish relaxing in the health centre which is fitted with Turkish bath for two with chromo therapy, a Jacuzzi for two and some chaise longues. The area is embellished by majolica from far away countries and a stone well that has stood over the centuries.

For those searching a harmonious and sophisticated guesthouse in Florence where you can feel at home, Guest House Accademia is the right choice.