THE STUDENT HOTEL
Viale Spartaco Lavagnini, 70 – Firenze
tel. +39 055 0621855
You don’t change a winning formula, and so, as in other major European cities, The Student Hotel in Florence is a hybrid, eclectic and colourful place that blends co-living and co-working. The cherry on the cake is the rooftop, where you can enjoy an aperitif with cocktails and platters and, for guests at the hotel, a refreshing dip in the panoramic pool.
VILLA SAN MICHELE, A BELMOND HOTEL
Via Doccia, 4 – Fiesole
tel. +39 055 5678200
Surrounded by the hills of Fiesole, the exclusive Villa San Michele is set in a picturesque medieval monastery. It’s the perfect place to relax among boundless beauty. For guests of the hotel, the beautiful garden contains a gorgeous pool with fabulous views of Florence and the Chianti.
RELAIS VILLA OLMO
Via Imprunetana per Tavarnuzze 19 – Impruneta (FI)
tel. +39 055 2311311
Just 20 minutes from Florence and surrounded by olive groves, Relais Villa Olmo has a pool with a view, open to non-residents and overlooking the gentle Tuscan countryside. Entry to the pool comes with the restaurant: from Monday to Friday lunch (two courses and dessert) is €65, dinner (antipasto, first, main and dessert) €90. At weekends it’s €90 for lunch or dinner.
FONTE DE’ MEDICI
Via Santa Maria a Macerata, 31 – Montefiridolfi (FI)
tel. +39 055 82 44 700
A 15th-century village in the heart of Chianti country, among the vineyards of the Antinori family. The pool is open to non-residents who book an online package that includes use of a room and a sunset aperitif at the restaurant with tasting of 3 wines (€95, use of room from 12:00 to 18:00).
COMO CASTELLO DEL NERO
Strada Spicciano,7 – Barberino Tavarnelle (FI)
tel. +39 055 8064701
A 12th-century castle where Renaissance frescoes are combined with contemporary design. COMO Castello Del Nero offers Michelin-starred food experiences, high-quality wellness treatments and plenty of relaxation in the private pool for guests staying among the rolling hills of Tuscany.