Prime location overlooking the Duomo (aka Brunelleschi’s Cathedral).

Fortress fans will want to make their way to the Fortezza Medicea, 3km away. But first, spring for breakfast. Fortress-ing can be exhausting.

Designed by the personal architect of Lorenzo de Medici (aka The Magnificent), and home to the Serristori family in the 15th & 16th centuries.

Former Renaissance palace retains much of its original art – like tucking yourself in at a cosy museum.

Seasonal Tuscan cuisine at the Guelfi e Ghibellini Restaurant, with ingredients recently whisked from local markets.

Right on the river Arno, walking distance from the Basilica of Santa Croce.

Sleek, warm and welcoming thanks to natural teak and granite.

Prime location overlooking the Duomo (aka Brunelleschi’s Cathedral).

Onsite brekkie lets ya ciao (get it?) down before exploring all the nearby sights.

This meticulously restored 14th-century watermill-turned-lodging scores you jaw-dropping views of the Arno & the surrounding countryside.

Stylish apartments with all the fixings (like a kitchen & free WiFi) make you feel like you have your own little place in Firenze (if only for the night).

Rose-themed English country house decor is downright homey.

Unbeatable location overlooking Piazza San Firenze and a short stroll from must-visits like Piazza Signoria, Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery.

Traditional style and ornate frescoes embellish this modernized palace located in the Tuscan countryside.

Bright, airy rooms exude old-world luxury without slackin’ on modern biggies like indoor plumbing (hello, deep soaker tubs) or WiFi.