Villa Cora - Florence

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Villa Cora - Florence
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Overview

Featuring a wellness area along with a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and sauna facilities, the prestigious Villa Cora hotel is situated just 1.5 km from Pitti Renaissance Palace, one of the historical sites in Florence. Opened in 1870, this 5-star luxury hotel offers guests to dine in an à la carte restaurant or enjoy a swimming pool.

Location

The property is located in gardens and at a distance of 2.7 km from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore is at a distance of 2.5 km from the elegant Villa Cora Florence, while Peretola airport is 10 km from it. The accommodation is also nearly a 25-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio.

Situated in the heart of Florence, Villa Cora hotel is within easy walking distance of Il Bobolino bus stop.

Rooms

All of the well-equipped rooms are complete with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi as well as a minibar and coffee/tea making facilities, and some of them include a terrace and 2 connecting rooms. These rooms also come with private bathrooms.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. Le Bistrot restaurant features a spacious terrace, and spoils guests with Italian dishes. You can savour cold drinks with hot and cold snacks in the pool bar. There is a wine bar serving Tuscan food merely a 14-minute walk away.

Leisure & Business

The hotel includes a shared lounge and a community pool available for an additional charge. At the Villa Cora Florence, guests can also benefit from yoga classes provided at a fitness room. The area is known for hiking, horseback riding, and cycling.

Licence number: IT048017A1HN9LZSO7

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
from 06:00-12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian
Building
Year renovated:2010
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:41
Former name
Grand Hotel Cora
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Rooms and availability

Classic Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    18 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 King-size bed2 Single beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Room size:

    23 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Room size:

    40 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed1 King-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
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Essential information about Villa Cora

💵 Lowest room price 79280 INR
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
🗺️ Location rating 8.6
✈️ Distance to airport 9.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Peretola, FLR

Location
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Address
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Viale Machiavelli 18, Florence, Italy, 50125
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Viale Machiavelli 18, Florence, Italy, 50125
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Piazza Dei Pitti 1
The Boboli Gardens
1.1 km
Church
Cenacolo di Santo Spirito Museum
1.1 km
Piazzale di Porta Romana
Porta Romana
790 m
Restaurant
Chalet Fontana
600 m
Restaurant
Don Fefe Porta Romana
740 m
Restaurant
Pizzeria Antica Porta
810 m
Restaurant
Podere 39
830 m
Restaurant
Tratoria ruggero
720 m
Restaurant
Il Cuore Ristorante Giapponese
990 m
Restaurant
B
960 m
Restaurant
Logo Ristorante
1.1 km
Restaurant
Osteria dell'Enoteca
1.2 km

Reviews of Villa Cora

9.3 /10
Perfect
245 reviews
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Luxurious accommodations with fine rooftop views, heated pool, and exquisite dining near Piazzale Michelangelo.

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Guests rate the Dining 9/10

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Rooms and cleanliness8
Here's what guests said:
“Luxurious rooms with high-end finishes and beautiful decor, impeccably clean and well-maintained throughout the hotel.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“10-minute walk to Piazzale Michelangelo and Ponte Vecchio, with fine city views and easy access to attractions.”
Dining9
Here's what guests said:
“Really good breakfast buffet featuring organic ingredients, homemade pastries, and complimentary poolside pizza enhancements.”
Price and service8
Here's what guests said:
“Breakfast priced at €35, with personalized, attentive service catering to guests' preferences and special requests.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • A
    Alexander
    United States
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on 10 Aug
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service7.0
    Dining9.0
    8.0
    fantastic views
    delicious breakfast
    great service
    disorganized check-in
    lack of attention

    We took a short walk up to Piazzale Michelangelo for fantastic views and enjoyed the relaxing pool area. The service was great and the breakfast was delicious. Definitely recommend the fresh pizzas by the pool and the local wines.

    The check-in process was a bit disorganized and could have used more attention from staff.

    Suite
  • J
    John
    United States
    Wrote a review on 07 Aug
    Very good
    7.0

    Very welcoming and incredible staff, the breakfasts are DELICIOUS with views across the gardens. The location is great in a beautiful area, near to gardens and winding valley. Piazzale Michelangelo district certainly deserves to be visited.

  • L
    Lynn
    United States
    Wrote a review on 07 Aug
    Very good
    7.0

    Very welcoming staff, modern classic queen room. Exceptionally comfortable bed, TV set with satellite channels, climate control, and an individual safe: D

  • J
    Jane
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 01 Aug
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    9.0
    luxurious furnishings
    lovely gardens
    easy accessibility
    seating options
    common areas

    Villa Cora is exquisitely decorated with luxurious furnishings and has lovely gardens that are a delight to stroll through. The accessibility features.

    More seating options in common areas.

    Classic Double Room
  • Wrote a review on 30 Jul
    Great
    8.4

    Fantastic building and gardens. Excellent location only a pleasant 20 minute walk away from downtown Florence. Wonderful pool.

    Even though we had booked a Deluxe double room described as "Large room with balcony overlooking Florence" we were at first shown to a tiny room with neither balcony nor view. Upon complaining we were given another very small room with a balcony. Still no Florence view. The room was small even by Italian standards and definately by Italian 5-star standards. It was a very charming room but it did not correspond to the description in Booked.net.

  • Wrote a review on 30 Jul
    Perfect
    9.4

    I booked the hotel as a surprise for my girlfriend. It is an amazing hotel, that is so well done with excellent staff. They were always helpful, but such nice personable people also. I found it excellent value for money against other hotels in town that you pay top dollar for location but little else. We loved the staff, the views, the restaurant, the pool, the room, the four poster bed, the history, and the spa! What a great stay! Highly recommended.

    The only negative was that we had to leave.

  • M
    Michael
    United States
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on 22 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service9.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    rooftop terrace

    Definitely take advantage of the rooftop terrace for fine sunset views. It's an experience not to be missed during your stay.

    Classic Double Room
  • Wrote a review on 20 Jul
    Perfect
    9.6

    This hotel is exceptional in every way. The staff, the rooms, the facilities, the location, the views, the magnificence of it all is just breath-taking. We could not have chosen a more romantic and wonderful place in which to enjoy our honeymoon - a huge thank you to all concerned. We will be back, for certain.

  • Wrote a review on 20 Jul
    Great
    8.6

    The cleanest hotel I've seen. Awesome interiors. Very cosy pool surrounded by a garden. Helpfull staff. In the reastarant they were able to cook what my child is used too. The hotel is about 40 minutes by walking from the city center, which is good (no tourists, big park nearby). There's a shuttle service and taxis arrive in about 5 minutes. Me and my 3 year-old daughter had a great stay.

    The room was tiny, but the terrace with the view over Florence was enormous

  • T
    T.
    United States
    left 8 reviews
    Wrote a review on 20 Jul
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service7.0
    Dining8.0
    8.0
    glamorous decor
    elegant swimming pool
    check-in chaos

    An absolute gem! The glamorous decor took my breath away, and the elegant swimming pool was pure bliss after a long day. The staff was attentive.

    The check-in process seemed like a comedy of errors-unless you enjoy waiting and confusion, in which case, bravo! Nearly lost my trendy earrings. Hide your valuables, darling!

    Junior Suite
  • Wrote a review on 19 Jul
    Perfect
    9.6

    Immaculate service, very helpful staff, I stayed there for the second time and my kid just loves their outdoor pool

    The restaurant menu choice is a bit limited, but they are willing to cook whatever you might need for a small child

  • Wrote a review on 19 Jul
    Perfect
    9.2

    It is beautifully situated and the bedrooms and all open areas are very well designed and maintained. The staff are uniformly lovely.

    Leaving it.

  • M
    Mary
    United States
    left 4 reviews
    Wrote a review on 18 Jul
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location5.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    poor service
    billing error

    The front desk service was downright appalling. We waited over 40 minutes for our luggage, only for it to arrive after we decided to go back up to the room. The cleaning staff rushed in as soon as we went to breakfast and took forever to leave, causing us to miss our scheduled shuttle into Florence. To top it off, I had booked and paid for everything, but they charged my brother for all our meals.

    Classic Room
  • Wrote a review on 16 Jul
    Great
    8.6

    Its incredible hotel... Fantastic decorated, the best service, delicious food...

    30 mins walking from the city centre

  • Wrote a review on 15 Jul
    Perfect
    9.8

    We liked the atmosphere, comfort, services and great food.

FAQ about Villa Cora

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the prestigious Villa Cora?
You can visit Ponte Vecchio, placed 25 minutes on foot from the prestigious Villa Cora or the fortress palace "Palazzo Vecchio", which is 2.2 km away.
What is the nearest airport to Villa Cora hotel?
Peretola airport lies within 10 km of Villa Cora hotel and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by Villa Cora?
Airport shuttle which will take you to Villa Cora with a 15-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at this prestigious hotel?
Yes, this prestigious hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel?
Guests of the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-10/10 according to reviews-wine bar Bar La Sosta Diladdarno offering Tuscan cuisine.
Does the Villa Cora hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Villa Cora hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel?
Guests of the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 06:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel?
At the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the Villa Cora hotel comprise?
The Villa Cora hotel provides such room types as Deluxe Double Room, Suite, and Deluxe Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel?
All rooms of the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel are highly rated for comfort-9.6 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by climate control.
Does the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel can speak Italian, Spanish, German, and English.
Which facilities does the hotel provide?
The hotel features an impressive score of 9.4 for its facilities, which include a restaurant and baggage storage as well as currency exchange and a lift.
Does the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel feature any spa facilities?
At a wellness area featured at the prestigious 5-star Villa Cora hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body wraps, body scrub, and body treatments. Additionally, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and sauna facilities are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the Villa Cora hotel?
Yes, the Villa Cora hotel features a swimming pool.
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