La Dimora del Cardinale

Immerse yourself in the Florentine Renaissance atmosphere and stay in an ancient 15th-century convent with a private frescoed chapel: a unique experience!

Our residence
in the heart of Florence...

A period residence located in the famous Borgo degli Albizi in the heart of Florence. Located on the first noble floor of the ancient building, it offers comfortable and elegant Renaissance-style suites. From our residence it will be possible to walk to the Duomo of Florence in 5 minutes. the art gallery, the Uffizi and the Academy of Fine Arts.

Our rooms

Deluxe Suites

This type of suites recreate Renaissance settings thanks to the ancient ceiling composed of wooden beams, terracotta floors and large windows. The rooms are equipped with all amenities and have private bathrooms.

Superior Suites

Are characterized by high coffered ceilings, terracotta floors and large windows, they recreate the Florentine style of ancient noble houses. The suites, which overlook the prestigious Via Borgo Albizi, are equipped with every comfort and have private bathrooms.

Family Suite Superior

You will be fascinated by the numerous friezes that embellish the vaulted ceiling and the impressive fresco dating back to the 1600s. The suite consists of two rooms separated by a door, each with a private bathroom

Between style and
culture

In our residence there is a chapel dating back to the 16th century, a piece of art that starts from your accommodation. Present in the common area of our rooms you can admire and breathe the culture that distinguishes Florence.

Between style and
culture

In our residence there is a chapel dating back to the 16th century, a piece of art that starts from your accommodation. Present in the common area of our rooms you can admire and breathe the culture that distinguishes Florence.

Distance from points of interest in Florence

Duomo
400 m
Piazza della Signoria
450 m
Ponte Vecchio
750 m
Uffizi
600 m

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Our services

Luggage storage

Inside our residence you can use the luggage storage room to enjoy a walk to the city center in comfort before you leave.

Housekeeping

Our staff ensures daily cleaning of the rooms and the entire facility, with great care and attention to detail to ensure guests have a safe and comfortable stay

Parking

For guests traveling by car, we offer private parking arrangements. The parking lot is located less than 20 meters from the suites.

WiFi

Our residence offers free WiFi in all rooms and common areas to meet the needs of smart workers or for simple recreation moments.

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About us:

Giovanna

Structure really remarkable and unexpected. We chose it for a weekend and we were struck by the beauty and the historical and artistic charm that you breathe. Great care and availability to the customer. Surely when we return to Florence we will know where to go.

Roberto

Central location and Renaissance atmosphere! In the days before the stay the staff responded to all my requests for information. A dutiful mention to the exceptional cleanliness and very comfortable rooms! We found our hotel in Florence!

Martina

You will not believe your eyes when you are enchanted by the frescoes of the private chapel of 1600 that is located inside the residence! My boyfriend and I have been to Florence three times, always returned to this unique and central structure. We recommend everyone a stay in this magical place and will definitely be back soon!

Carlo

Residence davvero notevole ed inaspettato. L'abbiamo scelto per un weekend e siamo stati colpiti dalla bellezza e dal fascino storico ed artistico che si respira. Grande cura e disponibilità verso il cliente. Sicuramente quando ritorneremo a Firenze sapremo dove andare.

Francesca

Non crederete ai vostri occhi quando rimarrete incantati dagli affreschi della cappella privata del 1600 che si trova dentro la residenza! Io ed il mio fidanzato siamo stati per ben tre volte a Firenze, sempre ritornati in questa struttura unica e centralissima. Consigliamo a tutti un soggiorno in questo posto magico e sicuramente torneremo presto!

Federica

Posizione centralissima e atmosfera rinascimentale! Nei giorni precedenti il soggiorno lo staff ha risposto a tutte le mie richieste di informazione. Una menzione doverosa alla pulizia eccezionale ed alle camere molto confortevoli! Abbiamo trovato il nostro residence a Firenze!

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