Hotel Torre Guelfa Florence

The Acciaiuoli Palace was founded in 1341 by the will of the Grand Seniscalco, Prime Minister and Constable Niccolò Acciaiuoli, who was, at the time, one of the most famous and powerful men in the city. The 600-year history of the Acciaiuioli family, Guelphs who escaped from Brescia in the 12th century.

The Tower, which is the tallest private buidling of Florence, is also one of the few of its kind left in Florence, due to several destructions during the course of time, culminated in a devastating bombing during the World War II. Its grandeur still towers over the city, in the heart the city, dominating the entirety of its history with a stunning 360 view.

Every single stay at Torre Guelfa is an experience, contained in the 31 rooms inside Palazzo Acciaiuoli. We also recently built other 8 Superior rooms with neo-classical style called Tower & Guelfa Annex.

Most of the rooms are characterized by a four-poster bed and are inside the court, very quiet during day or night. Spacious and welcoming environments, where the Renaissance taste is combined with the most modern comforts.

Far from the frenzy and in total tranquility, the final magic is the sunset, which with the infinite play of light leads to the silent wonder of the evening, when the city offers itself to the eye like a shining precious jewel.

Approaching from the first hours of the day to the breath of the city, feeling its history and its beauty, tastings your Breakfast in the absolute quietness of the Medieval Hall is the best way to prepare your visit to Florence.

At the Hotel Torre Guelfa you will find a passion for the culture and tradition of Florence that is matched only by our care for hospitality, with an attentive and personalized service.

THE HISTORY
The Acciaiuoli Palace was founded in 1341 by the will of the Grand Seniscalco, Prime Minister and Connestabile Niccolò Acciaiuoli, at the time one of the most illustrious and powerful men in the city.

The 600-year history of the Acciauioli family, Guelphs who fled from Brescia in the 12th century to make a fortune not only in Florence but in the Kingdom of Naples up to the Duchy of Athens, are enclosed within the walls of the Palace.

Built in rustic ashlar stone strong and filaretto, on an architectural level the Acciaiuoli Palace has the appearance of urban fortresses. Three orders of arched windows, highlighted by string courses, mark the imposing three-storey façade that is among the most majestic of Florence.

Large windows open on the upper floors, in line with the arches of the ground floor, while other smaller ones give light to the mezzanine on the first floor. Still, on the ground floor, the openings on the façade have four round-headed portals, closed by wooden doors with iron studs: in ancient times they gave access to the building and to funds where it was marketed.

On the façade there is also the coat of arms of the Certosa united with that of the Acciaiuoli: two lions holding lily flags, in the center the cross of Calvary and the writing Certosa. All this to remember how on his death Niccolò Acciaiuoli destined the entire Palazzo to the Certosa del Galluzzo, of which he had been the founder.

In addition to this, many small details take you back in time, up to the origin of the Palace: the ancient torch holders, the pennant holders, the rings to tie the bridles of the horses and the harpoons to sting or for the wooden perches where to hang the clothes or the precious drapes that adorned the facade during the city festivals.

Inside the Palace, starting from the large hall on the third floor, a wooden staircase leads to an authentic jewel, the historic thirteenth-century Tower, built by the Buondelmonti and later incorporated by the Acciaiuoli Palace by the will of the Grand Siniscalco himself.

In addition to being one of the tallest in the city, the Tower is one of the few of its kind left in Florence, due to the destructions that followed over the centuries and culminated in a disastrous bombing during the Second World War. Its grandeur still towers over the city, within the city, dominating the entirety of its history with a formidable 360 ​​° view.

From the 14th century until the Napoleonic invasions and the suppression of the monastic orders, the Acciaiuoli Palace remained the property of the Carthusian monks.

The Bargello Museum still preserves a precious sink with the Acciaiuoli and Federigi coats of arms which was located in one of the rooms of the Palace, and some city legends are still linked to the Tower and to the historical families of the city.

TOWER & GUELFA ANNEX
Superior Annex and quiet rooms, distinguished by their neo-classical style with shades of gray, beige and white. some of them can accommodate up to four guests, characterized by terracotta flooring from the first 900.

The definition of Annex refers to the annexed building, entering from the main entrance of the Hotel Torre Guelfa, going up to the third floor we find the 4 rooms Tower House, characterized by a lovely private terrace where you can enjoy a wonderful view. Going down a flight of stairs to the second floor, the four Guelfa House rooms are located.

Large modern marble bathrooms, air conditioning, alarm clock, direct dial telephone, smoke detector, hairdryer, laundry service, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, free WIFI Internet access. Marie Danielle shampoo and shower gel courtesy set. In tribute you will find our novel “Heart of paper” written by the owner Riccardo Zucconi.

EXCLUSIVE ROOM WITH TERRACE
The room with terrace is our most requested room. It is accessed from a staircase that from the third floor reaches an even higher level and that goes directly to the roofs of Florence.

It is characterized by a large private terrace equipped with sofas and armchairs as well as a remote-controlled roll-up sunshade that allows guests to experience the city from a privileged point of view even in the hottest seasons of the year. The bed is a romantic wrought iron canopy and the beamed ceiling recalls the classic attic style.

Marble bathroom, air conditioning, alarm clock, direct dial telephone, smoke detector, hairdryer, laundry service, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, free WIFI Internet access. Marie Danielle shampoo and shower gel courtesy set. In tribute you will find our novel “Heart of paper” written by the owner Riccardo Zucconi.

JUNIOR SUITE
Our two Junior Suites are designed for the most demanding customers and want to live their stay in Florence in harmony and with greater comfort; the large sizes of the rooms, from 30/35 sqm, guarantee all the space to move freely and enjoy the stay in the Renaissance Palace with maximum comfort.

Recommended for a couple or up to 4 people. A fluffy terry cloth bathrobe and a pair of slippers are included for each guest. In tribute you will find our novel “Heart of paper” written by the owner Riccardo Zucconi.

FAMILY ROOM
The right room to spend your family stay. Considered one of the most spacious rooms that Hotel Torre Guelfa has. Featuring 2 four-poster beds. We dedicate this room only to our guests who decide to book directly with us, via email, direct booking from the official website or phone.

They have: marble bathrooms, air conditioning, alarm clock, direct dial telephone, smoke detector, hairdryer, kettle, laundry service, mini bar, safe, LCD satellite TV, free wi-fi Internet access. Marie Danielle shampoo and shower gel courtesy set.

SUPERIOR ROOMS
The Superior Rooms are distinguished by their larger dimensions than the Classic, most with a four-poster bed, in wrought iron or in wood, with original grit floors from the ‘900
Very quiet rooms, most overlooking the inner courtyard of the garden. A fluffy terry cloth bathrobe and a pair of slippers are included for each guest.

They have: marble bathrooms, air conditioning, alarm clock, direct dial telephone, smoke detector, hairdryer, kettle, laundry service, mini bar, safe, LCD satellite TV, free wi-fi Internet access. Marie Danielle shampoo and shower gel courtesy set.

LARGE APARTMENT (TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM)
Modern apartment consisting of 2 double bedrooms or twin beds, a large living room with a kitchen equipped with all the necessary utensils. The maximum occupancy of the apartment is 6 guests, in this case there is the possibility of adding 2 single beds or a double bed in the dedicated part adjacent to the living area.

Spacious modern marble bathroom, air conditioning, alarm clock, direct dial telephone, smoke detector, hairdryer, laundry service, mini bar, safe, satellite TV, free WIFI Internet access. Marie Danielle shampoo and shower gel courtesy set.

THE BREAKFAST
Approaching from the first hours of the day to the breath of the city, feeling its history and its beauty, tastings your Breakfast in the absolute quietness of the Medieval Hall is the best way to prepare your visit to Florence.

In the warm but velied light filtered by the large windows, embellished by the splendid nineteenth-century chandelier, every morning we set up a rich buffet.

Among the medieval tapestries and Ionic columns we serve a various choice of genuine and high quality products, hot and cold: wholemeal bread, white, fresh and toasted; jams, butter, nutella; cereals, fruit juices, yogurt, fresh and syrup fruit; cakes, hot croissants; ham, salami and cheese, eggs and a various selection of gluten free products.

Every detail enhances this small glimpse of the ancient world: the fifteenth-century torch-stands, the high coffered ceilings typical of the city’s architecture, the splendid wall piano. And every step on the marble floors and Persian carpets will contribute to forming the memory of a pleasant holiday in Florence.

TOWER BAR
The 360​​° view of Florence from the highest civic tower in the city is an unforgettable experience. Far from the frenzy and in total tranquility, the final magic is the sunset, which with the infinite play of light leads to the silent wonder of the evening, when the city offers itself to the eye like a shining precious jewel.

Erected by the historic Buondelmonti family in 1280, the Torre degli Acciaiuoli hosts our Bar, and offers the unique opportunity to combine relaxation, art and tradition, enjoying one of the wines from our cellar with a straight eye on the major monuments, over the centuries of history, on beauty.

The Bar is open every day from April to October from 6pm to 11pm. Each wine is carefully selected from the best wineries in Tuscany. The menu also offers beers, cocktails, soft drinks.

WEDDING PROPOSAL
Now become a destination to explore for the tourist guides of the city, the Tower is also the ideal place for a marriage proposal and to celebrate their own wedding. The collaboration with different realities of wedding planners, confirms us as in these years, the request to get married in Florence is always growing and the selection of the increasingly sought after location.

Rooms: 31

Price: from 99 EUR per night

Source: www.hoteltorreguelfa.com