Grand Hotel Minerva, Florence

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About the Hotel

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123
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9.1
9.5
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Grand Hotel Minerva, a 4-star hotel with a 9.1/10 rating on Booking.com, features a rooftop pool and stunning views of the Santa Maria Novella Cathedral. This Florence hotel offers a unique blend of contemporary design and luxurious comfort, while also providing a range of amenities including a bar and on-site dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

Grand Hotel Minerva offers a selection of 97 rooms and suites with diverse layouts such as Guest Rooms, Family Solutions, and Unique Rooms, all designed to meet various traveler needs. Many rooms provide breathtaking views of Florence's iconic landmarks including the Duomo and Santa Maria Novella.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options at the Grand Hotel Minerva include the restaurant La Buona Novella, which focuses on traditional Florentine flavors, and offers breakfast with Tuscan products in a space designed by Carlo Scarpa. The rooftop bar serves cocktails and gourmet snacks with panoramic city views.

Services & Local Area

The hotel includes meeting facilities with natural daylight, perfect for hosting events in a central location. Guests can enjoy cultural activities in Florence, including guided tours to historical sites like the Uffizi and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, both within walking distance.

Transportation

Transportation options for guests include easy access to Santa Maria Novella train station, which is just a 5-minute walk away. Additionally, several bus stations nearby provide further connectivity, facilitating exploration of the city's attractions.

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Grand Hotel Minerva offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Romantic Suite
2 persons
595 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Family Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Air conditioning
Duplex Suite
2 persons
650 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Romantic Double Room
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Grand Hotel Minerva offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Grand Hotel Minerva Location

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123
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Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, Italy, 50123
Nearby
Church
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
300 ft
Museum
Strozzi Palace
1400 ft
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
2000 ft
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
1900 ft
Church
Ognissanti Church
1600 ft
Museum
Medici Chapel
1800 ft
Restaurants
Vincanto Ristorante
300 ft
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 29 Rosso
Il Grillo
400 ft
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 32r
Gelateria “Pasco”
200 ft
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 16R
La Cantinetta Wine Bar
300 ft
Via Della Scala 7
Caffe Santa Maria Novella
300 ft
Via della Scala 1/r
Verdoliva Trattoria Toscana
500 ft
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 25R
Ristorante il Coccodrillo
400 ft
Via della Scala 5
Trattoria al Trebbio
600 ft
Via delle Belle Donne 49r
Getting around
City Centre
Florence4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Peretola Airport (FLR)11 min  ·  4.2 mi
Pisa International Airport - Galileo Galilei (PSA)122 min  ·  50.2 mi
Train
Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station5 min  ·  1400 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 45 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
A buffet breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
96

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Grand Hotel Minerva from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 261 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
92%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.9/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
8.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.4/10
Location
9.7/10
Paid Wi-Fi
2.5/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 2401 reviews
4.5/5
based on 391 reviews
9.1/10
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