La Maison Du Sage, Florence

La Maison Du Sage - Art Deco B&B in a 16th-century building with city views and premium bedding

Located in front of the Pazzi Chapel in Santa Croce's square, this 3-star Florence hotel occupies two floors of a 16th-century building last remodeled in the 1920s. La Maison Du Sage features spacious bedrooms with Art Deco furnishings, including Jacques-Emile Ruhlmann-designed king-size beds, polished desks, and leather armchairs. Each air-conditioned room comes equipped with a minibar, flat-screen satellite TV, Nespresso machine, and tea facilities, while one room includes a private terrace with lemon trees. The first-floor bar serves evening refreshments, and breakfast includes fresh fruit salad, local bakery items, cold cuts, and cheese. La Maison du Sage stands 0.5 miles from Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio, with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore 0.5 miles away. The property sits between Sant'Ambrogio's daily market, artisan workshops, and numerous cafés and restaurants.

Pros

Located in a Liberty Building with a modern glass elevator

Features a striking wood ceiling and ancient stone fireplace in the first-floor common area

Afternoon tea service with biscuits available

Strong color palette differs from standard neutral schemes

Cons

6 miles distance from Peretola Airport

Limited on-site dining options