Collegio alla Querce
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Set on a hillside overlooking the Duomo di Firenze and the Tuscan countryside, Collegio alla Querce is a Renaissance-era retreat transformed into a sophisticated haven that celebrates Florence's artistic heritage and contemporary design. Originally a 16th-century cultural institution and boarding school, the hotel offers travelers a unique experience within easy reach of the city's vibrant center.
Within the historic walls, guests encounter hand-painted frescoes, coffered wood ceilings and antique furnishings alongside modern Italian design and amenities. The property provides sweeping views of Florence's terracotta rooftops and the surrounding hills, creating an atmosphere that connects the past with the present. Art lovers and history enthusiasts seeking a luxurious stay in a culturally significant setting will appreciate this exceptional destination.
Rooms and suites
Collegio alla Querce features 83 rooms and suites that integrate Renaissance architecture with contemporary design. Each room offers a unique layout, incorporating original architectural elements with modern enhancements. Neutral-toned walls complement inlaid hardwood floors and luxurious furnishings crafted from rich woolen fabrics reflect Florence's legacy of fine tailoring. Large windows bring in abundant natural light and offer views of the Baroque gardens, the Duomo di Firenze or the Tuscan hills. Guests traveling with family or in need of extra space will appreciate the suites, which provide separate living areas, lavish marble bathrooms and, in select accommodations, private terraces or rooftop plunge pools.
Amenities and experiences
Tuscan cuisine, seafood dishes, cocktails and aperitifs at La Gamella, The Conservatorio, Bar Bertelli and Café Focolare in garden settings. Italian cooking classes and intimate dining with visiting chefs at La Gamella.
Aelia Spa with treatments inspired by Tuscan traditions, private wellness suites and a pool within historic gardens.
On-site fitness center with modern equipment.
Live music, art salon series in The Conservatorio's atrium adorned with citrus trees, restored chapel with hand-carved ceilings and original theater for events.
Five levels of terraced Baroque gardens, old-growth olive trees and sweeping lawns with views of Florence and Tuscany.
Cocktails inspired by science and chemistry, cigar room and evening entertainment.
How to get here
Set on a hillside in the residential north side of Florence, Collegio alla Querce is a 15-minute drive from Amerigo Vespucci International Airport (FLR) and Santa Maria Novella Train Station. The historic city center — filled with galleries, museums and architectural marvels — is only a 15-minute drive or a leisurely 40-minute walk away. The hotel provides options for private transfers and car rentals.
