Hotel Torre Guelfa Palazzo Acciaiuoli - Florence

4-star hotel in a 13th-century palazzo with Florence's tallest private tower and panoramic rooftop terrace

Location & Surroundings

Hotel Torre Guelfa Palazzo Acciaiuoli Florence sits just 100 meters from Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery, placing guests steps from the city's main Renaissance landmarks. The hotel occupies a quiet cobblestone street away from the busiest tourist flows, yet the Florence Cathedral (Duomo) is within a 10-minute walk. Nearby attractions also include Piazza della Signoria and the Boboli Gardens, all reachable on foot.

The Tower & Views

The hotel's tower is the tallest private structure in Florence, offering a 360-degree view of the city skyline including the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio. Guests access the rooftop terrace from the third-floor breakfast room via a set of wooden stairs, and bar service is available during good weather until 9 pm. This vantage point is open 24/7 for guests to enjoy sunrise, sunset, and nighttime panoramas.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast is served in a medieval hall with vaulted ceilings, offering a buffet that includes fresh pastries, eggs, cheeses, meats, and made-to-order cappuccinos prepared by staff member Vivian. The selection changes daily with local Tuscan flavors such as fresh fruit, yogurt, and hot dishes. A rooftop bar operates in the evening on the tower terrace, serving wine and cocktails with the city as backdrop.

Rooms & Accommodations

Torre Guelfa offers 31 individually styled rooms with antique furniture, high ceilings, and original architectural details from the 13th-century building. Room types range from Standard Double Rooms to Family Junior Suites and a Two-Bedroom Apartment in an annex building, some with private terraces or loft bedrooms. Each room includes a private bathroom with either a shower or bathtub, air conditioning, and a minibar with complimentary water.

Services & Policies

Hotel Torre Guelfa provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, tour desk, and room service. The property is pet-friendly, allowing guests to travel with dogs, and offers babysitting services for families with children. Accessibility features include an elevator, wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and emergency cords, and a lowered bathroom sink.

• Location: 100 meters from Ponte Vecchio and Uffizi Gallery
• Tower: Tallest private tower in Florence with 360-degree rooftop terrace
• Dining: Buffet breakfast in medieval hall with made-to-order cappuccinos
• Rooms: 31 individually styled rooms with antique furniture and high ceilings
• Services: Pet-friendly, babysitting, concierge, 24-hour front desk
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible rooms with grab rails and emergency cords

Licence number: 048017ALB0400,IT048017A1TRKUK37Y