Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy, Florence
Facts in brief
Official star rating 5
Location Piazza della Repubblica, in the city centre
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Pisa, Florence
Distance from airport Pisa 60 minutes, Florence 20 minutes by car
Closest railway station Florence Santa Maria Novella
Distance from railway station 10 minutes on foot
Hotel facilities and services
Rooftop terrace with seasonal heated outdoor pool, Rooftop bar, sky lounge, 2 restaurants, fitness centre with hot tub, valet parking
Out and about nearby
Florence is one of the must-see places of all art lovers. Florence is the centre of the Renaissance movement and the Uffizi Gallery houses a phenomenal collection of paintings from this era, as does the Accademia, home to Michelangelo’s statue of David. However, it is the atmosphere of the city which is overwhelmingly Renaissance as everywhere you turn there is yet another reminder of the period either artistic or architectural, which creates a superb museum-like ambience to the historic centre. All the sites are easily reached on foot from the Ponte Vecchio to the Church of Santa Maria Novella, to the Accademia, to the Duomo and it is by visiting on foot that you can soak up the amazing atmosphere of the city.
Thanks for organising what was a wonderful holiday. Apart from a delay because of Gatwick fog coming home, everything ran like clockwork and we had a cracking time. I would be happy to recommend Expressions and hope we will have the opportunity to organise another trip with you in the future.Mrs S, October 2024
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Classic room for 5 nights
From about
£1,930
Holiday Code IE300
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy, Florence
Rocco Forte’s 5-star Hotel Savoy in Florence is a beautiful property which combines typical Florentine heritage with contemporary luxury. Located on Piazza della Repubblica, the hotel is directly opposite the Column of Abundance, which marks the centre of the city, and is within easy walking distance of Florence’s other main attractions. Its interiors are befitting of this privileged location, with grandeur evident in its elegant chandeliers and marble decorations from the moment you enter the building. This style is continued in its 80 rooms and suites, which feature fine Tuscan silks and local artwork and furniture, retaining the Florentine feel in every aspect. This is exemplified by the views of the Piazza or the Duomo which many rooms enjoy. The hotel’s Irene Restaurant is a Florentine bistro with seasonal menus, accompanied by a list of the best wines Italy has to offer. During the warmer months it is possible to eat outside on the terrace overlooking the Piazza. Perhaps finish your day with a signature cocktail in the Irene Bar, which can also be enjoyed on the terrace in the summer. The Hotel Savoy is an elegant and sophisticated base in an excellent location for exploring the sights of Florence and fully immersing yourself in the Florentine culture.
Room descriptions
The Hotel Savoy has 80 rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi, smart television, minibar, safe, bathrobe, slippers, and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities.
Thanks for organising what was a wonderful holiday. Apart from a delay because of Gatwick fog coming home, everything ran like clockwork and we had a cracking time. I would be happy to recommend Expressions and hope we will have the opportunity to organise another trip with you in the future.Mrs S, October 2024
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Classic room for 5 nights
From about
£1,930
Holiday Code IE300
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy, Florence
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy in Florence, our clients usually fly to Pisa airport, Florence airport or arrive by train at Florence Santa Maria Novella railway station. From the airport, we recommend a private car transfer which we would include in our holiday price. It is a short walk from the train station to the hotel. If you are visiting Florence as part of a tailor-made touring holiday, we recommend returning your hire-car upon arrival in Florence, and then if you need a car to continue the itinerary, collecting another one when you leave.
Thanks for organising what was a wonderful holiday. Apart from a delay because of Gatwick fog coming home, everything ran like clockwork and we had a cracking time. I would be happy to recommend Expressions and hope we will have the opportunity to organise another trip with you in the future.Mrs S, October 2024
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Classic room for 5 nights
From about
£1,930
Holiday Code IE300
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy, Florence
About Florence
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to Florence is one of the ‘must see’ places of all art lovers. Florence is the centre of the Renaissance movement and the Uffizi Gallery houses a phenomenal collection of painting from this era, as does the Accademia, home to Michelangelo’s statue of David. However, it is the atmosphere of the city which is overwhelmingly Renaissance as everywhere you turn there is yet another reminder of the period either artistic or architectural and this creates a superb museum like ambience to the historic centre. All the sites are easily reached on foot from the Ponte Vecchio to the Church of Santa Maria Novella, to the Accademia, to the Duomo and it is by visiting on foot that you can soak up the amazing atmosphere of the city.
Highlights of Florence
The markets in Florence are great for browsing for leather bags and shoes, but be prepared to haggle the price, as these markets are now really geared up for tourists and you can end up paying more than you need to. Fiesole can be reach by train or bus and has lovely views of the city. The Boboli gardens are an enchanting place to spend a few lazy hours and can be reached on foot over the other side of the River Arno from the main sites. Hire a car and visit Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano, Chianti, Montepulciano, Perugia and many more fascinating mediaeval towns nearby.
Cultural highlights of Florence
The Duomo, The Battistero, Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery, the mausoleum of the Medici family in the Medici Chapel, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, The Piazza della Signoria.
Festivals in Florence
There are a wide range of fashion shows held in Florence in January, which can make finding hotel availability difficult during the show period. Otherwise, Florence holds any wonderful festivals throughout the year including the Scoppio del Carro or the explosion of the cart on Easter Sunday, which is really a firework display, but the atmosphere is tremendous. Calcio in Costume in June is a fun spectacle and a slightly different take on ‘Calcio’ or football! Alternatively, in September there is the Festa della Rificolana where children carrying candlelit lanterns converge on the Piazza della Santissima Annunziata to celebrate the eve of the birth of the Virgin Mary. The most notable festival in the area however, is of course the Palio in Siena, just south of Florence and easily reachable by train, which takes place in July and August. Early booking is essential.
Gastronomy in Florence
Florence is famous for its food, namely Bistecca alla Fiorentina and many grilled meats and game dishes, but of course it is the centre of the Chianti wine producing region and thereby has access to some of the most prestigious wines from Chianti and the hearty reds of Southern Tuscany. Olive oil is also in abundance here and is used with everything, from cooking to dipping and even tasting!
