Brunelleschi Hotel vs Grand Hotel Minerva
Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel Brunelleschi scores significantly better than Grand Hotel Minerva. Hotel Brunelleschi comes in at #12 in Florence with recommendations from 8 publications such as The Telegraph, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Brunelleschi Hotel
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Piazza Santa Elisabetta 3, Via De Calzaioli, 50122 Florence
From $220 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
"This hotel with welcoming guestrooms boasts a small museum with Roman remains."
Lonely Planet
"While it may lack the sophistication of some of Florence's other upscale sleeps, this hotel has two outstanding features."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The Hotel Brunelleschi is a historic boutique property that's on the higher end of the price scale -- for good reason."
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Travel + Leisure
"Named for the Italian Renaissance architect and engineer Filippo Brunelleschi, this historic property in the heart of Florence occupies the Byzantine Pagliazza Tower."
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Star Service
"In short, this is one of the loveliest design hotels in Florence, and views of the Duomo from the best rooms are nothing short of spectacular."
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Grand Hotel Minerva
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Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, 50123 Florence
From $142 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Michelin Guide
"Elegantly furnished guestrooms... welcoming atmosphere."
Oyster
Luxury
"If asked to picture a postcard version of Florence, the views from the Grand Hotel Minerva are most likely what would come to mind."
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Travel + Leisure
"Behind a traditional gold-and-stucco exterior, this five-story medieval structure is now a four-star hotel furnished by architects Detti and Scarpa."
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DK Eyewitness
"With its rooftop swimming pool, the Grand Minerva does full justice to the romance of Florence. Watching the sunset from here or from the adjacent bar is a memorable experience."
Star Service
"Grand Hotel Minerva is the piazza's best option for families, small groups and business travelers.
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