Hotel De La Ville (Florence)
C. Italy: Tuscany: Florence
With a perfect location at the beginning of the Via Tornabuoni in the heart of Florence, this hotel has skyrocketed to one of JDB’s top selling hotels. JDB’s audience did not seem to know much about this hotel until it was brought to their attention. In addition to a complete renovation, this hotel has one of the tallest and most charming concierges in Florence. Saverio is always welcoming guests upon arrival at the hotel, sometimes even meeting them in the street and helping them into the hotel. Some of the major changes at the hotel include complete refurbishment of the lobby; all guest rooms have now been properly redone using elegant fabric for the windows and bed coverings; the marble bathrooms are sparkling and the amenities have been improved. While the standard rooms are not large, all rooms are fully equipped with in-room safe, satellite television, and mini bar. For families, there are bi-level suites with two separate entrances, two bathrooms and an interior flight of stairs connecting the two accommodations. Windows feature double pane glass to restrict street noise. Other ground floor facilities include a lobby level bar, a large beautifully appointed reception area and restaurant for buffet breakfast, light meals and snacks. A fitness center is anticipated in the future plans. There is a parking garage nearby for guests' vehicles. The famous Cantina Antinori is next door to the hotel and is an excellent choice for a meal.