Grand Hotel Minerva

★★★★Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16View on map

About the hotel

Luxury Rooftop Experience

Experience a touch of luxury at Grand Hotel Minerva with its rooftop swimming pool and sun terrace offering stunning views of Florence's historic center.

Convenient Location and Comfortable Accommodation

Located just 300 meters from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, our air-conditioned rooms provide free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and some even offer breathtaking views of Florence Cathedral, a mere 500 meters away.

Exceptional Service and Dining

Our 24-hour front desk staff are ready to assist with exploring Florence's iconic sites. Indulge in traditional Italian cuisine at Hotel Minerva's restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the rooftop bar.

Ready to elevate your stay in Florence? Book your room at Grand Hotel Minerva today!

Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness center
  • Swimming pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Family rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bar
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Ironing service
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Valet parking
  • Non-smoking throughout

Check-in and check-out

Check-out
until 12:00

Guest reviews

9.1

Exceptional

Average from 563 reviews

  • EdUnited States · Couple
    7

    Disliked: Coffee in the room

    Posted in

  • JamesUnited States · Couple
    9

    This hotel says ‘Florence’!

    Liked: Excellent location, close to the train station and fronts onto the piazza. Very friendly, full service staff. Restaurant for the evenings and breakfast, too. Great rooftop bar with sunset views.

    Disliked: Can’t think of anything.

    Posted in

  • HeatherCanada
    9

    Amazing stay!

    Liked: It was a beautiful property!

    Posted in

  • laureFrance
    10

    Fabulous!

    Liked: Everything! Localization is perfect, the amenities are really high end and the staff was really nice.

    Disliked: Nothing

    Posted in

  • SarahUnited States
    9

    Liked: Staff location cleanliness fab

    Disliked: The breakfast is ok. Would be nice to have option of eggs prepared fresh

    Posted in

  • RobinUnited States
    10

    Beautiful property. They had a beautiful pool and bar area. The breakfast was excellent and room were spacious and clea

    Liked: Good location. The property was beautiful.

    Posted in

Reviews in English from guests who stayed at the hotel, provided by our booking partner.

Good to know

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that the swimming pool is open from April to October, from 09:00 to 19:00.

Parking costs EUR 45 per day.

Only small and medium-sized pets up to 10 kg are allowed. A surcharge of EUR 30 applies. Please note that pets are not allowed in the restaurant, the swimming pool, the wellness area, or the sun terrace.

When booking the dinner option, please note that drinks are not included with the meal.Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Wed, Mar 31, 2027

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Grand Hotel Minerva compared with other hotels in Florence

Based on guest scores and reviews for 200 places to stay in Florence. Distances as the crow flies.

by guest reviews in Florence
151st of 200
its score; the average in Florence is 8.8
9.1
guest reviews
563
from the centre of Florence
700 m

What’s near Grand Hotel Minerva

Distances from the hotel as the crow flies.

  • Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) 5.3 km

Frequently asked questions about Grand Hotel Minerva

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Minerva?

Check-out is until 12:00.

Does Grand Hotel Minerva have parking?

According to the hotel: parking, valet parking. Ask the hotel whether you need to book it and whether there is a charge.

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Minerva?

Yes: pets allowed. Let the hotel know when you book in case there is a supplement or a size limit.

Does Grand Hotel Minerva have a pool?

According to the hotel: swimming pool.

How far is Grand Hotel Minerva from the centre of Florence?

About 700 m from the centre of Florence, as the crow flies.