This watchtower-turned-lodging’s old-world façade brings the historic cool factor.

Four Comfort beds are as comfortable as advertised.

Close to the airport so you can spend time on more important things (like catching some extra z's).

Once the favored retreat of Queen Mary herself, this stately building is teeming with history and charm.

Practice your best Phelps impression at the pool.

Views, views, views from the rooftop, year-round pool, resto & cocktail bar.

We're a massive fan of this hotel – it may or may not have to do with the mid-modern design or the rental electric guitars

What’s that they say about life imitating art? Ponder it while you take in the artwork throughout or hit up the modern art museum next door.

Free WiFi? You know it.

Overlooking the Arno and just a hop, skip and a jump from Ponte Vecchio.

Garden-y surroundings plus the mosaic-tiled spa & lush outdoor pool keep the vibe ultra-mellow.

Nestled in the hills above Florence with breathtaking views of the city.

There's one way to make an elegant 14th-century building alive again: decorate the interior in bold mid-century modern design.