Baglioni Relais Santa Croce Florence

The Relais Santa Croce on Via Ghibellina is a sumptuous noble mansion in historic Santa Croce, Florence’s most intimate and authentic district. Built in the mid 1700s, this lavishly furnished residence with frescoed ceilings offers 24 impeccable rooms and suites.

A favourite haunt of artists and art lovers, Santa Croce is a lively little quarter steeped in history and tradition, perfect to reach in a few minutes the Michelangelo’s house, not to mention Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery.

The elegant and welcoming Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant on the first floor offers the great classics of Tuscan cuisine with an eye for modern flavours. And Relais Santa Croce residents can savour exclusive culinary experiences at the Enoteca Pinchiorri, the historic restaurant with 3 Michelin stars on the ground floor.

From a hot-air balloon tour or cookery class to a gourmet dinner in your suite or a private concert in the magnificent Music Room: discover our incredible experiences in impeccable Italian style. To make your time in Florence even more special.

ROOMS & SUITES
Rooms and Suites, decorated with attention to every detail and a few modern touches, always with care not to disturb the existing structure.

The result is an achieved balance between comfort and wonder, a typical feature of Florentine architecture. The earth colors of the roofs and façades of the exterior are graciously echoed in the terracotta, parquet and wood trim of the rooms.

CHARMING SUITES
Fall asleep in the sophisticated environments of one of the largest and most prestigious suites in Florence with original frescoes from the 18th century, and wake up in a unique atmosphere that seems frozen in time.

SANTA CROCE ROYAL SUITE 
The most fascinating and largest apartment in the city, Santa Croce Royal Suite is the ideal solution for a family stay. It can be totally separated from the rest of the hotel to guarantee privacy and intimacy.

DA VERRAZZANO SUITE
Two large living rooms with frescoes, a bedroom with original coffered ceiling. A small private gym and a bathroom with Turkish bath with chromotherapy.

DE PEPI SUITE 
Large living area with fireplace and original 18th century frescoes, the De Pepi is characterized by a refined bathroom with Turkish bath with chromotherapy.

FLORENTINE SUITE
Intimate and romantic, the Florentine Suite is characterized by high ceilings and large windows, which offer light and enchanting panoramic views.

THE ROOMS
In the very heart of one of the most charming cities in Italy and the world, you can enjoy a rich and extraordinary experience, while feeling the intimacy of home. It only happens at the Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts.

DELUXE ROOM 
Deluxe rooms are particularly inviting and offer a unique sense of intimacy and romance. Each room is different. Some have a four-poster bed, others exposed beams.

GRAND DELUXE 
Extremely romantic and inviting, Grand Deluxe overlooks typical Florentine streets and is provided with shower with Turkish bath.

JUNIOR SUITE
They have large windows and therefore very bright. From here you can enjoy enviable views of one of Florence’s most beautiful and famous basilicas, Santa Croce, and the Florentine skyline.

TERRACE JUNIOR SUITE
The only room of Baglioni Relais Santa Croce with balcony to be enchanted by the beauty of Santa Croce Basilica.

FAMILY JUNIOR SUITE
Live a luxury and comfortable stay with your family in the heart of Florence, the cradle of Reinassance.

DINING
A journey to rediscover the flavors of the territory. The Guelfi e Ghibellini restaurant, a very intimate and elegant ambience, offers the great classics of the Tuscan culinary tradition, focusing on the excellence of the quality of raw materials and the use of sophisticated professional techniques able to offer guests an unparalleled gastronomic experience. For a creative cuisine but attentive to local flavors, made of simple and genuine ingredients.

MEET THE CHEF
Niccolò de Riu has a keen creative sense, allowing him to bring out the best in traditional dishes. In 2013, he takes the lead of the cuisine of the Portofino restaurant and is selected by Chef Giancarlo Chiarini to participate at the World Gourmet Festival.

From May 2017 he is the Chef of the restaurant Guelfi e Ghibellini at the hotel Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts. His cuisine serves Mediterranean and local cuisine, using the most modern and innovative cooking techniques.

WEDDINGS IN FLORENCE
Make your special day an occasion to remember for the rest of your lives. A magical place awaits you right in the heart of Florence, an 18th-century noble mansion of enduring beauty: the Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts, the only Relais & Châteaux in Florence, just a couple of minutes from Santa Croce Basilica and Palazzo Vecchio.

Choose the timeless elegance of this enchanting residence to celebrate your wedding. The majestic Music Room on the first floor will be arrayed with beautiful decorations, sublime floral arrangements and table settings of exquisite élan.

The impeccable service will attend to all your needs and fulfil your every desire. And traditional recipes with a dash of modern brio will take centre stage at your sophisticated wedding breakfast.

For our inspired, accomplished Chef can create your perfect menu, with meat, fish and vegetarian dishes to delight even the most discerning palates. The pièce de résistance – your wedding cake – will be a triumph that tastes as good as it looks in the photo album afterwards.

Celebrate your wedding at the Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts in the cradle of the Renaissance – a dream location for a momentous day that will give you and your guests a simply unforgettable experience.

GROUPS & EVENTS
Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels & Resorts has functions rooms for meetings and events that combine old-world luxury and contemporary comfort. With its evocative and versatile venues, it is the perfect choice for fairy-tale wedding, private parties, business meetings, conferences and prestigious corporate events.

Take advantage of our Mice to meet you promotion and plan your meetings, incentives, conferences or events in the most affordable days.Discover the MICE special package and enjoy quality service for your event.

ENOTECA PINCHIORRI 
Make your stay in Florence even more special by booking a sophisticated experience at Enoteca Pinchiorri, a veritable Italian institution on the international food and wine scene.

We are partnering with this 3-Michelin-star restaurant to offer our guests a menu of gourmet occasions to enjoy when booking a stay at the Relais Santa Croce.

Located on the ground floor of the Jacometti Ciofi Renaissance palazzo, Enoteca Pinchiorri is renowned for its refined, inventive cuisine that also embraces local tradition.

From a gourmet dinner served amid the exquisite luxury of our Da Verrazzano and Royal Suites to a blind wine tasting to put your oenological skills to the test, there is a tempting array of special food and wine experiences exclusive to our residents. Add a dash of taste and finesse to your stay in Florence.

COCKTAIL MASTERCLASS
Add zest to your stay with an inspiring and entertaining Cocktail Masterclass at Locale, one of the city’s top restaurants and cocktail bars. Discover this breathtaking location with us, amid its vibrant mix of heritage, tradition and a dash of modern verve.

It’s all set within historic Palazzo Concini, where the Florence of the 13th and 16th centuries lives on, and its stately rooms and atmospheric cellars are yours to explore.

When your guided tour concludes, the masterclass begins! After a swift historical intro, the Locale barman will show you how to prepare a number of classic Italian cocktails, with Florentine favourites like the Negroni, Spritz and Americano.

You’ll discover the story behind each drink and the technique that goes into it. And you’ll learn to craft exquisite cocktails under his attentive expert tutelage. Then, once your experience here is over, you can enjoy yourself by recreating these delicious cocktails to impress your friends and guests back home!

TUSCAN COOKING CLASS 
Make your stay at the Baglioni Relais Santa Croce in Florence even more special with a genuine Italian cooking lesson.

This is your chance to learn more about Tuscan cuisine in a friendly, enjoyable setting. Here you’ll discover the secrets of the local recipes and have fun rustling up some tasty dishes at the prestigious Cibrèo Academy, just a couple of blocks from the hotel.

Established in 1979, Cibrèo is a fixture in the Florentine restaurant scene, known for Chef Fabio Picchi’s inspired culinary verve. He and his sons have always worked with local farmers and fishermen to select only the finest ingredients.

With his passion for the fruits of the vineyard and the olive grove, he has become an ambassador for Tuscan culture. In the capable company of a Cibrèo Academy chef, you’ll start with a visit to Sant’Ambrogio food market to choose some delicacies for your dishes.

Then it’s back to the Academy to cook a selection of traditional Tuscan recipes and finally to savour what you have created!

ART WORKSHOP 
The Baglioni Relais Santa Croce in Florence is a treasure trove of artworks of unparalleled beauty. The unique Relais & Châteaux residence reflects the soul of the city in its elegant hospitality, sublime décor and unostentatious welcome. Stay in Florence and let us guide you through a workshop exploring the history of painting techniques.

Reach the Art Academy, just a few steps from the Florence Cathedral: after a tour of the Academy and a theoretical introduction, you will create your own piece of art using one of the techniques covered, namely egg tempera, gold leaf and watercolour. Learn the secrets of painters in the city of art par excellence.

PRIVATE CONCERT
The sublime art of music can bestow great moments of indescribable emotion – especially in a supremely elegant setting steeped in history and culture. The Music Room at the Relais Santa Croce in Florence is an intimate theatre of dreams.

In this majestic hall on the first floor of Palazzo Jacometti Ciofi, the musicians used to play in concealed recesses behind ornate panels, to create the illusion that the notes materialised from thin air and filled the room with their magic.

During your stay at the Relais Santa Croce, you can experience an exclusive private concert in this enchanting setting. From Rossini to Bellini, Mozart to Chopin and Puccini to Verdi, the choice of programmes includes an array of classic opera arias for your enjoyment.

Make your time at the Relais Santa Croce even more special by booking your own private concert in the magnificent Music Room.

PERFUME TASTING
Inventing a new fragrance is a hands-on creative act that arouses memories, impressions and sensations. And there is a magical place in the heart of Florence’s Santa Croce district – Aquaflor, maison de parfum extraordinaire – where the age-old tradition of Florentine perfumery is alive and thriving.

The Aquaflor boutique is a cornucopia of olfactory delights, with a collection of fragrances crafted here in their own workshops using rare and precious raw materials sourced from every corner of the world.

Book a stay in a fabulous suite at the Baglioni Relais Santa Croce in Florence and treat yourself to a unique experience with Aquaflor. Here, guided by a master perfumer, you can create your own personal fragrance from a selection of over 60 different ingredients.

During your workshop, the scent specialist will walk you through each step as you discover the techniques behind the art of perfume-making, starting with choosing the essences.

You will come away with a fascinating insight into the history of traditional Florentine perfumery and a small bottle of fragrance made with your own exclusive formula to take home. Its notes and aromas will rekindle the memory every time you wear it.

HELICOPTER TOUR OVER TUSCANY 
Discover authentic Tuscany from the air on a breathtaking tour full of surprises. Board a helicopter with us and take to the sky to marvel the splendour of Florence, city of art par excellence and cradle of the Italian Renaissance.

Treat yourself to an incredible experience and gaze down on Brunelleschi’s legendary dome at Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral and the squares that cosy up to the banks of the River Arno. Then delight in the beautiful scenery of the undulating Chianti hills, with a bird’s eye view over the verdant heart of Tuscany.

Back on terra ferma, we’ll take you on a tour to discover the historic Torciano winery in the breathtaking medieval town of San Gimignano. And your day concludes with a tasting of some exquisite wines to further enrich your Tuscan experience.

HOT AIR BALLOON TOUR OVER TUSCANY
With the wind in your hair, crisp morning air and an indescribable feeling of freedom: soar over the soft green Tuscan hills on board a hot-air balloon and admire the splendid landscapes of a region rich in history and charm.

Come and discover Florence, the enchanting city of Renaissance art, and stay at Baglioni Relais Santa Croce, one of the most luxurious, elegant and sophisticated residences in Florence’s historic centre.

Take off in a hot-air balloon from Bargino, in the heart of Tuscany’s south, and while in flight, watch the sun rise over Chianti hills, an area of terrain that undulates with steep valleys, villages, houses and castles.

Once landed, we will take you on a discovery of one of the most renowned cellars for the production of one of the world’s most famous red wines, the Chianti.

Rooms: 24

Price: from 367 EUR per night

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