Palazzo Castri 1874 Spa & Garden, Florence

Palazzo Castri 1874 Hotel & Spa - A restored boutique hotel with wellness center, garden courtyard, and classic Florentine views

Located in Piazza Indipendenza, this 4-star Florence hotel combines luxury accommodations with a 10764 ft^2 inner garden featuring centuries-old palm trees. Palazzo Castri houses a spa with hydromassage pool, Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, and fitness room equipped with Technogym equipment. The Florentia Café serves seasonal dishes paired with local wines, while the breakfast buffet offers homemade pastries and traditional Tuscan products. Guest rooms include soundproofed windows, marble bathrooms, and tea/coffee facilities by La Via del Tè. Superior and Deluxe rooms provide balconies overlooking La Limonaia garden, while upper floor rooms at Palazzo Castri 1874 feature views of Brunelleschi's dome. Located 0.5 miles from Santa Maria Novella station, the property offers easy access to attractions like San Marco Museum and Mercato Centrale.

Pros

10764 ft^2 private garden with centuries-old palm trees and outdoor pool area

Spa features hydromassage pool extending outdoors into the garden

Soundproofed rooms with views of either the garden or Florence Cathedral

Seasonal dining using local ingredients at on-site Florentia Café

Cons

6 miles distance from Peretola Airport

Some rooms have city views rather than garden views