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How many famous loves have blossomed in the shadow of the Duomo, on the hills of Fiesole or on the terrace of Piazzale Michelangelo?
Countless: Florence is not only a monument to art and culture, but also an extremely suggestive city, perfect for a romantic weekend in any season. There are many places and experiences designed for a couple in love in Florence.
Inaugurate your getaway with a walk or a picnic in the Rose Garden. Located just below Piazzale Michelangelo, this magical place is steeped in sweetness.
It will be for the sweet scents of the over 300 varieties of roses, for the typical descending configuration, for the breathtaking view of the city or for the combination of all these factors, but the Rose Garden is an unmissable stop in romantic Florence.
Thinking about literary loves, let’s remember that in Florence the illustrious Dante was consumed with passion for Beatrice, the inspiring muse of the masterpiece of the Divine Comedy. This is why, during a romantic weekend in Florence, a visit to the Church of Santa Margherita dei Cerchi cannot be missed.
Tradition has it that it was in this little church that the Supreme Poet met for the first time the gaze of Beatrice, daughter of Folco Portinari. Here, there’s the grave of the young woman.
After visiting the church, continue your romantic weekend with a sophisticated aperitif in the historic cafés of Piazza della Repubblica, with a view of the ancient carousel that dances to the sound of fairy-tale melodies.
A romantic getaway in Florence cannot be complete without a trip in the surroundings. In particular, a few kilometers from Florence, stands out on its hill Fiesole, an aristocratic town of Etruscan origins. The ancient village, which arose long before our cradle of the Renaissance, is easily accessible by car, perhaps on a luxurious limousine that is waiting for nothing but a couple in love to leave.
Tickled by a crisp breeze, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and surrounded by elegant buildings, you can enjoy a panoramic view of rare beauty, the perfect conclusion to a romantic weekend in Florence. The gaze opens onto the Florentine skyline, embracing the profiles of the Duomo and Giotto's bell tower, of the most important cathedrals, of Ponte Vecchio up to the sinuous hills all around.
A romantic picture not to be missed, close to the heart of your sweetheart.
SECULAR HISTORY OF LOVE AND CULTURE
The Garden of San Marco, today Orto de 'Medici, has its roots in the fifteenth century. At this time, the long association that this precious green space has entertained with the world of culture begins.
It was here, in fact, that Lorenzo de' Medici decided to establish a School of Art and Culture in about 1450. Between the luxuriant nature and the numerous works of art that made up the private collection of Lorenzo the Magnificent, Bertoldo, a pupil of Donatello, taught the fundamentals of art and sculpture of the time to his students.
In 1489 the meeting that marked the history of Italian art took place. One day, according to legend, in the Garden of San Marco the young Michelangelo Buonarroti was sculpting the head of an old faun. At that moment Lorenzo de 'Medici passed by, commenting on the artist's work: the faun had too perfect teeth to be old.
Michelangelo immediately picked up the joking indication of the Magnificent and struck a tooth with the chisel, causing it to break. The gesture aroused the joy of both: it was the start of a friendship that contributed significantly to making Buonarroti one of the greatest artists of all time.
But the history of the garden is not only in accord with the culture. The Garden of San Marco is also a symbol of love and passion. Here, in the eighteenth century, Leopoldo II of Tuscany hid his mistress, the dancer Livia Raimondi Malfatti.
In the nineteenth century it was the Grand Duke himself who redesigned the face of Via San Gallo, one of the most famous streets of the historic center of Florence, having some buildings built for the nobility of the time. Among these, there was also the building of what would become the Hotel Orto de' Medici years later.
Always in the spotlight of our concept of hospitality
Making sure our guests enjoy the well-being of their stay in absolute safety has always been a prerogative of Hotel Orto de' Medici, thanks to the twenty years of management by the Bufalini family. The family descends from famous physician Maurizio Bufalini, who has a street named after him in the historical center. This attention to medical issues has filtered down, making the hotel stand out for its particular attention to cleanliness and safety in all areas. Today, these two cardinal values have been given an extra boost in compliance with current regulations.
Hygiene and sanitation
- ● We have sanitized all air conditioning and heating systems;
- ● We provide continuous cleaning and sanitation of all hotel spaces, from rooms to common areas, from halls to our garden;
- ● We ensure rigorous sanitation and cleaning of all possible points of contact with other hotel guests (doorknobs, elevators, desks, common restrooms etc.), which are disinfected several times a day;
- ● Hand sanitizer dispensers have been installed in several points at the hotel;
- ● Upon request, we can provide guests with personal protection devices;
- ● All members of our staff are trained and given personal protection equipment so they can do their job in absolute safety;
Location, common areas and no cancellation fees
- ● Thanks to the location of our hotel - right in the middle of the historical center - everything can be reached on foot;
- ● Our hotel is cozy and exclusive: only 42 rooms, to provide each guest with a guaranteed calm stay, without the risk of crowds in the common areas;
- ● We have simplified check-in and check-out procedures to prevent lines inside the hotel;
- ● It’s now possible to serve breakfast either at our restaurant or in your room, without additional costs;
- ● Many of our deluxe rooms have a separate entrance through the garden;
- ● All our rooms have fully functional windows to provide air circulation in the rooms;
- ● We have a roomy terrace where you can have breakfast in the summer. It’s constantly cleaned and sanitized, and keeping the safety distance between guests is not a problem;
- ● Our hotel has several large common areas, to avoid gatherings;
- ● As usual, you can cancel your reservation free of charge up to 24 hours before your arrival;
Everything has been thought in detail to provide our guests with strict respect of the rules, without influencing the quality of your well-being.
Book your stay at the Hotel Orto de’ Medici and enjoy Florence with joy and absolute safety.
THE CRADLE OF THE RENAISSANCE OFFERS 360-DEGREE EXPERIENCES ALL THE YEAR ROUND
FAHION SHOWS AND PITTI IMMAGINE
For vintage lovers, in January and June the Stazione Leopolda hosts the Vintage Selection, one of the most famous international exhibition market: fashion and vintage design, with very high quality remakes, characterize the clothes of collectors from all over the world.
The unmissable event in Florence for those who prefer last trends fashion is held in January and June too: we are talking about Pitti Immagine Uomo. Frequented by the curious and especially by experts from all over the world, the most famous designers and prestigious brands often choose this opportunity to present the new collections.
MUSICAL EVENTS IN FLORENCE
It is the music that welcomes the explosion of spring in Florence: from April to June, the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino brings to the stage, at the new Teatro dell’Opera in Florence, operas and concerts, prose shows and ballets. The varied schedule includes shows for all tastes, linked by a common thread: the very high level of performance.
Spring is followed by the hot summer, that in Florence can be fully experience with outdoor music festivals and concerts. An unmissable event between June and July is Firenze Rocks, with concerts by great international artists that make dance the whole Ippodromo del Visarno Arena at the Parco delle Cascine.
CRAFTSMANSHIP AND TRADITION
April and May are the protagonists of an exhibition with a worldwide appeal, hosted in the Fortezza Da Basso: the Mostra Internazionale dell’Artigianato (International Handicraft Exhibition) in Florence is the longest-lived fair in the sector, set up for the first time in 1931. One hundred and fifty thousand square meters dedicated to the exhibition of handicraft works coming from 50 countries of the world. A distinctive feature is the heterogeneity of the exhibits, ranging from food to home furnishings.
For those who want to enjoy the authentic taste of Florentine, it is imperative to join a match of the Calcio Storico Fiorentino, one of the most famous Florentine events in the world. The competition, which ends with the final match on June 24th on the occasion of the patron saint of the city, is attended by 27 soccer players for each of the four teams, representing the four districts of Florence. This is a not to miss event if you visit Florence in summer!
Hotel Orto de’ Medici
A refined hotel, the perfect location in the historical center of Florence, a luxury surprising for its simplicity: this is why Hotel Orto de ’Medici is a 4-star hotel in Florence different from the others.
A RENAISSANCE STORY
The charm of this hotel in Via San Gallo is largely linked to the story surrounding its spaces. The soul of Hotel Orto de Medici is the lush secluded garden, an authentic green oasis in the heart of Florence.
Just inside this garden, Lorenzo de ’Medici, symbol of the Florentine Renaissance, founded the renowned Art School where the very young Michelangelo started to work. According to tradition, the artistic partnership and the sincere friendship that united Lorenzo and Michelangelo began just here.
A stay at the 4-star Hotel Orto de 'Medici in Florence is a precious opportunity to immerse yourself in a Renaissance atmosphere and visit the homeland of the Medici family, as well as the city of the great poet Dante Alighieri.
SOBER ELEGANCE
The furnishings, colors and details in each room and suite make Hotel Orto de ’Medici a combination of elegance and design. A distinctive feature of the 4-star hotel in Florence is the perfect harmony in the nuance palettes that dress walls, adorn fabrics and wrap the materials in each room.
Furniture are carefully chosen in every aspect, modern and stylish, to create small, exclusive and welcoming refuges. The Superior Rooms of the Orto de 'Medici Hotel also boast a wonderful view of Florence, with a perspective ranging from the Dome of the Cathedral and the Medici Chapels to the romantic Tuscan hills all around.
A HOLIDAY IN THE CENTER OF FLORENCE
One of the strengths of Hotel Orto de ’Medici is its ideal location: sited in the lively Via San Gallo, from the 4-star hotel you can easily reach the most beautiful attractions of Florence on foot. With a pleasant walk you can explore the entire historic center, including the main monuments such as the Cathedral and the Accademia Gallery, as well as the most famous shopping districts and typical restaurants of the city. Santa Maria Novella Station, with the main tram stops, is just a 10-minute walk away.
No other 4-star hotel, so refined and elegant, has such a central location in Florence.
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Elegance is a warm hug
Because we want your holiday to be perfect, we strive to improve at what we do, stay after stay. So we hope you’ll see for yourself that Hotel Orto de’ Medici is not just a place to sleep, but an especially pleasant place to stay.
This is why we have completely renovated all our rooms, making them more elegant and adapted especially for you, leaving nothing to chance.
We chose to paint them in relaxing tones, ranging from silver to dove-color. To furnish them we have gone for an urban chic style, mixing the transparency of glass with the potency of wood and metal, to create space and light for your down time.
You won’t find the typical Florentine prints of the Madonna and angels on the walls, but instead, beautiful black and white photographic prints immortalizing rarely-seen museum treasures by the artist Lucia Baldini.
A family that’s been welcoming guests for 10 years
Here at the Hotel Orto de’ Medici of Florence we are like one big family. Our staff have been working together regularly for over 10 years, we enjoy an atmosphere of harmony and warmth which is reflected in all we do and in the genuine welcome we offer to every guest.
Warmth, courtesy, and availability are the special ingredients we can add to your stay.
The green heart of the hotel
The terrace and garden are the heart of the Hotel Orto de’ Medici. A place to relax outdoors after a day of visiting Florence, to rest tired legs, and cool a mind filled with a day of artistic beauty and historic piazzas.
Sit in the long open-air terrace surrounded by Florentine palaces, and order a cappuccino and croissant for breakfast, sip a fruity tea in the afternoon, or order a spritz before dinner. This is also the ideal spot to get stuck into a book or surf online in peace, wrapped in the perfume of roses and jasmine that we tend to all year round.
Perhaps you don’t realize, but this small, lush garden is a very special place: it was here that Lorenzo the Magnificent first met the young Michelangelo.
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When it comes to style…
Elegance and romanticism, professionalism and attention to detail: this is our style.This is why so many choose Hotel Orto de’ Medici when organizing a private or work event in Florence.
The Florence boutique hotel Orto de’ Medici is located in a quiet yet central location close tothe Santa Maria Novella train station. Wherever you want to go, Hotel Orto De’ Medici is just a stone’s throwfrom the major sights. Florence’s cathedral (the Duomo), the Accademia which holds Michelangelo’s David, the Uffizi with its incomparable art collection, the iconic Ponte Vecchiobridge, and Florence’s high-fashion street Via de’ Tornabuoni, are all just a few minutes’ walk from the boutique Hotel Orto de’ Medici in Florence.
Via San Gallo
Via San Gallo, where boutique Hotel Orto de’ Medici is located, is a typical Florentine street, and one of its oldest.
Located near the main train station and just a few meters from the Duomo, the street shows the elegant style of the noble Florentine high-class palaces, while the many small bookstores, bakeries, traditional stores and workshops, bakeries, and local designer boutiques create a convivial atmosphere.
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