The Savoy Florence is a boutique hotel in the best location in Florence. It is facing Piazza Della Repubblica and Column of Abundance, which marks the centre of the city, Hotel Savoy is also walking distance from the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery and the most romantic of bridges, the Ponte Vecchio.

The Savoy belongs to the Rocco Forte collection – a group with an impeccable taste and very high standards. The service is excellent in all Rocco Forte hotels and attention to detail is very high – as you would expect from designer Olga Polizzi.

The hotel has been built from marble with mosaic bathrooms, while the interiors, including ceramics, artworks and fabrics, are as elegant as the city itself.

88 rooms and 14 suites feature sculptures, artworks and photography throughout. Suite Repubblica is the grandest suite, situated on the ‘piano nobile’ or noble floor – the grand second floor that was so sought after in the 19th century. The Brunelleschi and Signoria Suites are also exquisite with their own steam rooms, while most Executive Suites have a beautiful view over the Piazza and some have a Juliette balcony.

The Hotel Savoy’s L’Incontro Bar is a famous meeting place for a morning coffee or evening apertivo. You can also enjoy a light breakfast, a beautifully prepared pasta for lunch or simply a glass of champagne here at any time of day. For a romantic dinner to suit the location, book in to the L’Incontro Restaurant overseen by Fulvio Pierangelini, who has two Michelin stars to his name.

Younger travellers are well looked after at the Savoy, receiving a special VIP card upon arrival with personalised cookies in the room as well as toys and games that are age-appropriate.

Another highlight for guests at the Hotel Savoy is its proximity to some of the best shopping in Italy. Miu Miu, Prada, Gucci ,Louis Viutton are just some of the big names nearby, along with small local boutiques that are absolute gems. The hotel does have bikes available for guests, but if you are shopping up a storm, you might need a limousine transfer home.