Grand Hotel Minerva
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
Located in central Florence, just steps from Santa Maria Novella, guests wake up to views of one of the city's most beautiful cathedrals. The hotel is a treasure for travelers passionate about Florence's art scene, featuring works by celebrated artists like Emilio Greco, Renato Guttuso and Giuseppe Chiari. The modernist architecture, stemming from the 1957 renovation by Carlo Scarpa and Edoardo Detti, integrates historical elements like frescoes and 13th-century coffered ceilings alongside contemporary design.
Rooms and suites
With 97 uniquely designed rooms and suites, the hotel offers spaces that cater to every traveler. Featuring curated Italian design elements, each room combines historic charm and modern amenities. Guests can choose from intimate rooms with views of Florence's landmarks, spacious family rooms, or luxurious suites adorned with frescoes and 13th-century wooden beam ceilings.
For an elevated experience, the Unique Rooms and Suites provide exclusive privileges such as daily à la carte breakfast, complimentary transfers to or from Florence airport or railway station, Champagne welcomes with wild berries and personalized housekeeping assistance. With windows framing vistas of the Duomo, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella or the Cloisters, every space promises a memorable and authentic Florentine stay.
Amenities and experiences
Options include fine Italian cuisine at La Buona Novella, casual bites at the Bistrot Bar, sunset cocktails at the rooftop La Terrazza Pool Bar, breakfast in a space designed by Carlo Scarpa and private terrace dinners upon request.
A heated panoramic pool atop a 13th-century palazzo offers 360-degree views of Florence, including the Duomo. Open seasonally from April to October, exclusive to hotel guests.
Gym featuring modern equipment and panoramic city views.
Rich art collection featuring works by Carlo Scarpa, Emilio Greco, Giuseppe Chiari, Carlo Carrà and others; architecture and interiors showcasing modernist design and historical elements.
Four boutique meeting rooms with natural daylight and complimentary high-speed internet, with dining spaces available for events of any scale.
Staff arrange personalized experiences, including exclusive museum visits and activity recommendations in Florence.
Early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability), complimentary ironing service and the option for in-room breakfast without extra room service charges.
How to get here
Located in central Florence, the hotel is a short walk from the Florence Santa Maria Novella railway station and within walking distance of the Duomo, Uffizi Galleries and Ponte Vecchio. Florence's Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR) is about a 20-minute drive away, and private airport transfers can be arranged. Valet parking is available for guests arriving by car.
