About Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione
Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is housed in a 19th-century building. This elegant hotel also offers a venue for meetings, weddings, or other special occasions.
Room amenities include authentic Italian décor, cable TV, a minibar, air conditioning, and en-suite bathroom. Some accommodations provide large windows with views of Florence.
Antique furnishings and works of art are abundant. Guests can take advantage of a bicycle hire and free Wi-Fi throughout the building, as well as two exclusive meeting areas.
Breakfast is offered daily. Authentic Italian fare is featured at Hostaria Bibendum, the hotel's gourmet restaurant and the on-site Bar Bibendum offers wine and cocktails. Tea, coffee, and pastries are provided in the library.
Points of interest near Helvetia&Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione include Piazza della Signoria and the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower, both located less than a ten-minute walk away. The Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Museum is a five-minute stroll from the premises, while Busitalia SITA North Bus Station is under a kilometre away.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Location, location, location
Guests who have stayed at this hotel love it's location. Set in the centre of Florence, guests can immerce themselves in the city's culture, including a visit to nearby Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and the Cathedral. There are also a variety of cafe's and eateries nearby.
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Well-appointed
Guests generally feel that the building is clean, well-appointed and luxurious. These guests love the marble bathrooms, chandeliers, high ceilings and traditional Italian decor.
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Friendly staff are keen to help
Most guests feel that the staff here are friendly, helpful and welcoming. Service is always with a smile and guests have reported of staff going over and above to ensure that they have a fantastic stay.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Refurbishments wouldn't go amiss
Although guests appreciate the elegant Italian decor, feedback from some has been that the hotel would benefit from renovations in the near future. Some furnishings are tired and broken, and guests feel that a refurbishment that keeps some of the character would bring this hotel in line with others in the area.
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Some noise from streets below
Guests have mentioned the bedrooms overlooking the street may be subject to a level of road noise, especially early in the morning when other hotels in the area are receiving their daily deliveries. Guests who struggle to sleep may wish to request a bedroom at the other side of the hotel.
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Breakfast could be improved
Guests feel that the breakfast offering here could be improved, by increasing the selection of food available.