Picolo recommends · Hotel in Florence, Tuscany
Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
Behind the palazzo, old trees and winding paths run through a walled park so large and quiet that Florence seems to switch off.
The Four Seasons occupies Palazzo della Gherardesca on Borgo Pinti, a street on the north-eastern side of the old centre. Behind it lies the Giardino della Gherardesca, a park with ancient trees, paths and a pool, enclosed by walls.
Inside, frescoes and stucco work have been brought back to life through a long restoration. Add a spa and the garden, and it becomes possible to take a whole afternoon off from churches and galleries without leaving the hotel.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
We chose it for families who need space and a pool in the city, and for couples who want the very top end and can pay for it. The garden alone changes the rhythm of a Florence trip.
It is the most expensive hotel on our list, and the walk to the Duomo takes around fifteen minutes through fairly ordinary streets. If you want the old town right outside your door, choose a hotel nearer the river.
What you get
- Walled private park with old trees
- Outdoor pool in the garden
- Spa
- Restored frescoes and stucco
- Space for families
A day at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
- Morning
- A run or a slow walk along the garden paths.
- Midday
- Into town for the Accademia and Michelangelo's David.
- Afternoon
- Pool and spa while the museums are at their busiest.
- Evening
- Dinner out in Sant'Ambrogio, the market district nearby.
Location
Borgo Pinti, Florence, Italy
Open in MapsQuestions about Four Seasons Hotel Firenze
Does Four Seasons Hotel Firenze have a pool?
Yes. There is a pool in the hotel's walled park, the Giardino della Gherardesca, along with a spa inside, which makes it useful for families.
How far is Four Seasons Hotel Firenze from the Duomo?
Around fifteen minutes on foot, through streets that are pleasant enough but less picturesque than the historic core around the cathedral.
Is Four Seasons Hotel Firenze good for families?
Yes. The large garden and pool give children room to move in the middle of the city, and the spa gives parents a break from sightseeing.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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