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Grand Hotel Minerva


Amenities

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  • Swimming pool

  • Business Center

  • Room Service

  • Valet Parking

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Property description

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
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At Grand Hotel Minerva, travelers frequently praise the central, walkable location and warm, attentive staff, plus stylish spaces and a standout rooftop pool with city views, while noting occasional drawbacks like smaller rooms, weak air‑conditioning, and occasional room odours.

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Facilities

Good

Cleanliness

Clean

Rooms

Mixed

Service

Friendly

Location

Central

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Rachel

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Apr 27, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

This was an exceptional place to stay while in Florence. The city was very crowded with tourists and general city density and the Grand Hotel Minerva felt like an oasis of space. We had a beautiful view overlooking a spacious piazza and the facade of the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella. The pool was lovely and offered an epic view of the duomo. Every staff person we encountered provided exceptional service and friendliness. Plus the building is architecturally significant (designed by Carlo Scarpa) which my husband enjoyed. Breakfast was a generous buffet with plenty of options for everyone. We would absolutely stay here again.
This was an exceptional place to stay while in Florence. The city was very crowded with tourists and general city density and the Grand Hotel Minerva felt like an oasis of space. We had a beautiful view overlooking a spacious piazza and the facade of the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella. The pool was lovely and offered an epic view of the duomo. Every staff person we encountered provided exceptional service and friendliness. Plus the building is architecturally significant (designed by Carlo Scarpa) which my husband enjoyed. Breakfast was a generous buffet with plenty of options for everyone. We would absolutely stay here again.

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Sarb

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Apr 12, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic Hotel and location. Minutes walk from the Train Station. Was upgraded on arrival which was a great touch, friendly staff and good choice of Buffet Breakfast. Small Roof Top Swimming Pool and Bar, which is rare in the area. Florence is stunning and great for Designer Shopping.
Fantastic Hotel and location. Minutes walk from the Train Station. Was upgraded on arrival which was a great touch, friendly staff and good choice of Buffet Breakfast. Small Roof Top Swimming Pool and Bar, which is rare in the area. Florence is stunning and great for Designer Shopping.

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Stephanie

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Apr 11, 2026

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Stayed 8 nights

Everything at this hotel was absolutely perfect!! Highly recommend!!
Everything at this hotel was absolutely perfect!! Highly recommend!!

10

Lisa

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Mar 26, 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location! We were in the junior suite, great room and great value!
Great location! We were in the junior suite, great room and great value!

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James

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Mar 24, 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Amenities including the gym were very good, except the top floor access was closed for pool renovations. Would have been nice to go up at least for the view. I believe it’s opening sometime in April, but you may want to check. Breakfasts were very good, but egg choices were limited and no orders available.
Amenities including the gym were very good, except the top floor access was closed for pool renovations. Would have been nice to go up at least for the view. I believe it’s opening sometime in April, but you may want to check. Breakfasts were very good, but egg choices were limited and no orders available.

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Santa Maria Novella, Florence, Italy

Location

With a stay at Grand Hotel Minerva, you'll be centrally located in Florence, steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and 9 minutes by foot from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This boutique hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ponte Vecchio and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Uffizi Gallery.

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella(0.1 miles)

Via de' Tornabuoni(0.2 miles)

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella(0.2 miles)

Via Faenza(0.2 miles)

Strozzi Palace(0.3 miles)

Medici Chapels(0.3 miles)

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From 15:00 to 00:00

Before 12:00


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FAQs

Limited parking is available on-site. Valet parking is also offered for EUR 45 per day, which includes in/out privileges.


A buffet breakfast is available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee ranging from approximately EUR 19 to 25 per person.


Pets are allowed at the hotel with a fee of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.


Check-in is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.

The hotel features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility are not mentioned.


The hotel is centrally located in Florence, just steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and a 9-minute walk from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Other nearby attractions include the Ponte Vecchio (0.5 mi) and the Uffizi Gallery (0.6 mi).


Yes, the hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, which is open from April to October. Pool access is available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.


Children are welcome at the hotel. All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show a government-issued photo ID.


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