Helvetia And Bristol
Florence's cathedral, river and portfolio of modern art galleries lay within one kilometer of this top class, 1894-built residence restored to its nineteenth century grandeur in the 1990s. Individually designed guestrooms share eclecticism as a theme, boasting as they do fusions of fabric and furnishings: Chinese porcelain, bronze and oak period pieces combine with gossamer lace, brocades and silk. Padded fabric wall coverings dotted with 17th century artworks coordinate with draperies, upholstered chairs and bed spreads. Contemporary touches have been introduced to guestrooms in the form of cable television, minibars and Internet ports. Marble bathroom suites offer equally modern conveniences including telephones and a full range of complimentary toiletries.
Between taking breakfast and a dinner of Tuscan specialties in the foliage-heavy, chandelier and candle- lit Winter Garden, guests lunch in the Sapor di V, where a selected wine list complements the Italian-themed menu. Outside mealtimes, guests may take tea and pastries in the library. Concierge, 24-hour room service and a selection of small to medium sized conference rooms are offered for guests' use. Massage treatments can be taken in guestrooms or specially designated therapy zones. A range of recreational activities including swimming and tennis are available in the property's vicinity. Guests find the city's railway, coach and bus stations less than one kilometer from the hotel's doorstep. Florence airport is ten kilometers, or around a 20-minute drive from the hotel. A typical taxi fare from the airport terminal to the hotel should cost in the region of 20 EUR. Alternatively, there is a half-hourly bus, which takes passengers to Santa Maria Novella Station in the center of Florence.
Surrounding Area
IN FRONT OF PALAZZO STROZZI
Room Information - Helvetia And Bristol
Bed Type: Short Description: Classic Double Room Long Description: One double bed or two twin beds. Individually styled with antique or antique reproduction furnishings and decor including inlaid armoire, antique tables, antique rugs, silk wall coverings, and gossamer lace. May have chandelier of Venetian Murano glass. May have stained glass windows. Carrara marble bathroom with scale. Video player. Stereo. In-room safe. Cell phone rental, computer rental, and in-room massage available on request. Bed Type: Short Description: Deluxe Double Room Long Description: One double bed or two twin beds. Larger than the Superior Double; additional furnishings include a sofa. Individually styled with antique or antique reproduction furnishings and decor including inlaid armoire, antique tables, antique rugs, silk wall coverings, and gossamer lace. May have chandelier of Venetian Murano glass. May have stained glass windows. Carrara marble bathroom with scale. Video player. Stereo. In-room safe. Cell phone rental, computer rental, and in-room massage available on request. Bed Type: Short Description: Classic Suite Long Description: One king bed and one twin bed. Desk. Dial-up Internet access (surcharge). Cable/satellite TV. CD player. Minibar. Complimentary newspaper. Hair dryer and complimentary toiletries. In-room safe.
Property Information
Check In Time - 2 p.m.
Check Out Time - 12 p.m.
Multilingual staff
Exterior corridors - ACCESS THROUGH
Exterior corridors - ACCESS THROUGH
Star rating: 5
Check in time is 2:00 PM,
Check out time is 12:00 PM.
Area Activities
Cathedral and Giotto's bell - 500 Meters
Uffizi Gallery - 600 Meters
Accademia museum - 500 Meters
Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge)- 500 Meters
Palazzo Pitti - 700 Meters
Piazzale Michelangelo (open area)- 3 Km
Driving Directions - Helvetia And Bristol
From Florence Airport follow the
signs for 'Centro' then Stazione S.Maria Novella (main
train station). Arriving at the train station take Via
della Scala, turn right to Via dei Fossi, cross Ponte
alla Carraia, turn left to Lungarno Guicciardini, turn
left to Ponte S.Trinita, take Via Tornabuoni till Piazza
Antinori and turn right to Via degli Agli, second right
to Via dei Vecchietti then take second right to Via
Strozzi. In Via Strozzi take the first right into Via dei
escioni, where the hotel is located.
