A 13th-century medieval tower transformed into five suites, at the heart of Florence's Roman quadrilateral.
Donati Luxury Tower Suites
From
771.64 €
“Each suite occupies an entire floor of the Donati tower, with a plunging view over Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo.”
Donati Luxury Tower Suites occupies a 13th-century tower-fortress, Piazza Sant'Elisabetta, two minutes' walk from Ponte Vecchio. We climb a period stone staircase, each suite occupies a full level (45 to 65 m²), vaulted ceilings, pietra serena walls, contemporary furniture by Flexform and Cassina. The bathrooms are in Carrara marble, freestanding bathtubs, Fantini fittings. The view from the mullioned windows embraces the tiled roofs, Brunelleschi's dome, Palazzo Vecchio's tower. Rates start at 771,64 € per night, justified by the exclusivity (five rooms only, often full three months ahead). Service is discreet, concierge available 24h, airport shuttle on request. An address for those who want Florence without the hotel ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend Donati to couples seeking Florentine immersion without the grand hotel format, and to travellers who prefer a character apartment to room service. It's an address for anniversaries, honeymoons, three- to five-night cultural stays, fortysomethings and up. Families with children will find the space, but the stone staircase (no lift) and the fragility of the place suit adults better.
The building
Architecture and interiors
The Donati tower dates from 1280, built by the eponymous family, allies of the Guelphs. Façade in pietra forte, mullioned windows, original stone staircase without lift. Renovation completed in 2019: exposed stone walls, restored beams, Florentine terracotta floors, contemporary Italian furniture (Flexform, B&B Italia). Each suite measures between 45 and 65 m², ceiling height 3.80 m, bathrooms in white Carrara marble.
Highlights
- 13th-century medieval tower, five suites spread over five floors
- Each suite occupies an entire level, 45 to 65 m², original vaulted ceilings
- Direct view of the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, Florence's historic rooftops
- Bathrooms in Carrara marble, freestanding bathtubs, Fantini fittings
- Private airport shuttle included, 24h concierge, private parking 200 m
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Florence
Piazza Sant'Elisabetta lies between Piazza della Signoria (150 m) and the Duomo (300 m), in the medieval quadrilateral. Ponte Vecchio two minutes' walk, Uffizi four. The quarter concentrates luxury boutiques (Via de' Tornabuoni 400 m), historic trattorias (Cibrèo, Ora d'Aria under 500 m), artisans' workshops. Santa Maria Novella station fifteen minutes by taxi, Florence airport twenty-five minutes (private shuttle included). Pedestrian street, quiet after 8pm, tourist bustle by day.
Good to know
Before you book
- Lift
- None. Period stone staircase, five floors, not recommended for reduced mobility.
- Parking
- Partner private parking 200 m, 35 € / night, reservation required.
- Children
- Accepted, cot on request. Steep staircase, parental supervision required.
- Airport shuttle
- Included in the rate, private vehicle, book 48h before arrival.
- Check-in
- 3pm. Early check-in subject to availability, 50 € if confirmed before noon.
- Pets
- Not accepted.
Facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle
Parking
Wi-Fi available throughout
Private parking
Free Wi-Fi
Family rooms
Location
Where Donati Luxury Tower Suites is located
Exact address
Donati Luxury Tower Suites
Address
1 Piazza Sant'Elisabetta
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