The Excelsior, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence, Florence

The Westin Excelsior, Florence - A Historic Riverside Hotel with Rooftop Dining and Renaissance Views

Housed in a historic building along the Arno River, this 5-star Florence hotel features 171 recently renovated rooms and suites, some offering private balconies with terracotta rooftop views. The Westin Excelsior's accommodations include signature Heavenly Beds(R), 32-inch plasma TVs, and marble bathrooms. A 24/7 WestinWORKOUT(R) Fitness Studio provides Technogym equipment for guests. The sixth-floor Sesto on Arno restaurant presents 360-degree city views and contemporary Italian cuisine, while the ground-floor ORVM bar showcases black-and-white marble floors and leather-covered walls. The Westin stands 0.5 miles from the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and 0.5 miles from both the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio. The property sits a short stroll from Via Tornabuoni's designer boutiques and 6 miles from Peretola Airport.

Pros

Spa services available at sister property The St. Regis Florence across the street

Pet-friendly accommodations with signed waiver

Multilingual staff speaking Italian, English, Spanish, French, and German

Complimentary Wi-Fi for Bonvoy members in public areas and rooms

Cons

Parking fees range from €35 to €55 per day for valet service

Third person accommodation limited to select rooms with €80 daily supplement