The Rocco Forte Savoy commands Piazza della Repubblica, and it's the only Florentine palace to embrace contemporary design without pastiching the Renaissance.
Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy
From
1,668.182 €
“Rooms with direct views of the Duomo cupola, 300 metres on foot from the cathedral.”
The Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy occupies a 19th-century building on Piazza della Repubblica, renovated in 2000 by Olga Polizzi in a minimalist style that contrasts with the surrounding Florentine baroque. The rooms play on beige linen, white Carrara marble, leather-upholstered headboards, natural light filtered through thick voile curtains. We appreciate the travertine bathrooms with double sinks and separate bathtub, the corner suites with views of the Duomo in the distance. Service is discreet, efficient, never obsequious, typical of the Rocco Forte house. From 1 668 € per night, it's the standard Florentine palace rate, justified by the location and 9.5/10 rating on 136 reviews. The address suits travellers who prefer clean design to frescoes and gilding, without renouncing the prestige ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend the Savoy to travellers seeking a Florentine palace without Renaissance decor, couples in their forties and up, high-end business trips, shopping weekends on Via de' Tornabuoni. The hotel accommodates families (family rooms available), but the clientele remains mostly adult, international, accustomed to Rocco Forte codes. It's an address for those who want palace comfort with one foot in contemporary Florence, the other in history within walking distance.
The building
Architecture and interiors
The building dates from the 19th century, when Piazza della Repubblica was redesigned after the demolition of the old medieval market. Sober neoclassical façade, arcades on the ground floor, five storeys of pale stone. Interiors renovated in 2000 by Olga Polizzi in a minimalist register: pale stone floors, bespoke lacquered wood furniture, contemporary artworks on the walls. The rooms range between 25 and 60 m² for the suites, ceiling height of 3.20 metres, double-glazed windows against the noise from the square.
At the table
Restaurants, bar, service
The L'Incontro restaurant serves revisited Tuscan cuisine, produce from Sant'Ambrogio market, short menu that changes with the seasons. Breakfast buffet with Norcia charcuterie, local cheeses, house pastries, served until 11am. The Irene bar offers classic cocktails and a Tuscan wine list, intimate atmosphere in the evening, regulars and guests. Room service 24/7, simplified menu after midnight.
Highlights
- Piazza della Repubblica, 300 metres from the Duomo and 400 from the Uffizi Gallery
- Contemporary design by Olga Polizzi, Carrara marble and Italian linen
- 9.5/10 Booking rating on 136 reviews, one of the best in Florence
- Private airport shuttle, on-site parking (rare in the historic centre)
- Fitness centre, 24/7 room service
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Florence
Piazza della Repubblica marks the geometric centre of Florence, on the site of the old Roman forum. Duomo 300 metres north, Ponte Vecchio 600 metres south, Via de' Tornabuoni (luxury shopping) 200 metres west. The square is lively day and night, historic café terraces, street musicians, constant tourist flow. Santa Maria Novella station 800 metres on foot, Peretola airport 20 minutes by car, private shuttle organised by the hotel.
Good to know
Before you book
- Pets
- Accepted on request, conditions and supplement to be confirmed at booking.
- Parking
- Private on-site parking, supplement to be expected, rare in the historic centre.
- Airport shuttle
- Private shuttle service available, advance booking recommended.
- Accessibility
- Facilities for disabled guests, lift, adapted rooms on request.
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property, high speed.
Facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Room service
Facilities for disabled guests
Restaurant
Parking
Wi-Fi available everywhere
Private parking
Free Wi-Fi
Family rooms
Location
Where Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy is located
Exact address
Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy
Address
Piazza Della Repubblica 7
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