Hotel Helvetia & Bristol

The Hotel Helvetia & Bristol is a magnificent urban palace in the centre of Florence, a short walk from the cathedral. Famous as early as the mid-19th century for its charm, service and unrivalled location, it became a favourite haunt of artists. The winter garden has hosted monarchs, aristocrats and Nobel prize winners over the years.

Guests at the Hotel Helvetia & Bristol will experience the best of Florentine style. Each room is a private luxury residence, distinctively furnished and decorated. The period furniture gives each room its atmosphere and individual character: splendid inlaid tables, Chinese and bronze porcelain lamps, antique paintings, silks and brocades create a supremely elegant room.

There are many reasons to call in at the Hostaria Bibendum, the famous bar and restaurant of the hotel, which is the ideal setting for a refined business lunch, a relaxing cocktail after an afternoon’s shopping or a romantic candlelight dinner under the stars. The terrace overlooks Piazza Strozzi, and the comfortable interiors are a satisfying mixture of warm decorative tones, exotic furnishings and art nouveau details.