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Torre di Bellosguardo

At a Glance

    Pros

  • great for escaping heat of the city in summer
  • a villa experience with the city just minutes away

    Cons

  • a car is a necessity

Torre di Bellosguardo Review

Bellosguardo means "beautiful view"; given the view of Florence you get here, the name is fitting. The hotel, perched atop a hill minutes from the viale, is reached via a narrow road dotted with olive trees. Dante's friend Guido Calvacanti supposedly chose this serene spot for his country villa, but little remains from the early 14th century. The reception area, a former ballroom, has soaring ceilings with frescoes by Francavilla (1553-1615). Guest rooms, all with high ceilings, are simple and have heavy wooden furniture. Proprietor Signor Franchetti keeps a small menagerie on the grounds (including donkeys, rabbits, and chickens), and maintains a beautiful, peaceful garden, which guests have access to.

    Hotel Amenities

  • 9 rooms, 7 suites.
  • Bar, pool, parking, some pets allowed.
  • Rooms have: no a/c (some), no TV, Internet.
  • Credit cards accepted.

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