The Helvetia and Bristol is the closest luxury hotel to Il Duomo. It is very beautiful and the restaurant is excellent. The rooms are large and comfortable and I think they are all suites or mini-suites. more

The location of the hotel was perfect.It was walking distant to piazza the republica , uffizi gallery, pointe vecchio, ....... The breakfast was very good. The people working at the desk were very nice and helpful, and they were very accommodating ton our request regarding our room selection. We did not use their restaurant because we found it somehow dull.... more

The H&B is a great choice of you're looking for a hotel in the center of Florence near all the action. It's about 2 blocks off Piazza Della Republica, a 5 minute walk from The Bridge and the river, walking distance to the the Uffizi, Pitti Palance... you couldn't ask for a better location to see the sights. The hotel... more

My wife and I first stayed here in 2002 when we got engaged. We loved the hotel, and the room, with its heavenly bed, linens, and the junior suite was generally speaking of a very high standard. So was the service, as well as the breakfast. This year, we stayed here again. The service was still fantastic, the suite we... more

We had the pleasure of staying at the Helvetia & Bristol Hotel in Florence at the end of April. The staff were incredible. They were available and happy to be of assistance. Upon checking in they toured us around the hotel(which was very charming and elegant.). They escorted us to our room and made sure that we were aware of... more

Pros: Excellent location Upgraded to a junior suite Pressed linens and very comfie bed/pillows Twice daily housekeeping Windows that open Cons: Really small bathroom Terrible, terrible water pressure in the shower Average breakfast buffet (too many cold cuts and too many desserts) Expensive and small drinks at the bar Concierge suggestions for dinner were just okay I have never stayed... more

Well located, minutes from most popular sites and well appointed. But the way one is treated by all the staff is what makes staying there a pleasure. Charming, polite, helpful without being in any way servile. Fulfills ones expectations having read other reviews. more

Hotel Helvetia & Bristol is in central Florence. The service was terrific, the rooms were beautiful, the lobby and restaurant were great. more

This was a absolutely charming hotel. The service and staff were excellent. The staff at the bar had a way of making you feel like a celebrity. The rooms were beautifully appointed and very spacious for a European hotel. The hotel was in a great location and we were able to walk to all of the major attractions. I thoroughly... more