A long-established Florentine retreat from the summer heat and crowds,
FIESOLE
spreads over a cluster of hilltops 8km northeast of the city. It predates Florence by several millennia: the Etruscans held out so long up here that the Romans were forced to set up permanent camp in the valley below - thus creating the beginnings of the settlement that was to become Florence. The
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of Florence, which highlight just how extraordinary Brunelleschi's cathedral d... [More]
Fiesole, with its wealth of archaeological finds from its ancient Etruscan and then Roman past, lies in the luxuriant hills which dominate the Florentine skyline. Here, where time seems to stand still amongst the centuries-old cypress trees and ancient ruins, stands the Hotel Villa Aurora, once a th... [More]
The Hotel Villa Bonelli is located in the green hills of Fiesole in a quiet friendly environment. Magnificent Fiesole is one of the more ancient cities of Tuscany, evidenced by the Etruscan archaeological ruins which date from the seventh century B.C.E. Fiesole is situated on a hill (295m) which ove... [More]
In the hills of Fiesole, the hotel is totally immersed in this magnificent countryside. Despite being in an oasis of tranquillity, the hotel is only 1 km from Fiesole and 10 km from Florence which can be easily reached by public transport (the no. 7 bus leaves for the Florence railway station every ... [More]
On the side of an ancient Etruscan Hill in Fiesole, surrounded by centuries old woods, the Villa Fiesole Hotel offers its guests a harmonious experience of elegance and peaceful rest. The Hotel is a beautiful restored 19th century villa and features frescoed ceiling and an old, recently restored, ch... [More]
Hotel Villa San Michele is a former 15th century monastery with superb views of Florence. With a façade designed by Michelangelo, the hotel offers an elegant and luxurious atmosphere - the perfect setting for rest and relaxation. All rates include a full American buffet breakfast. [More]