In front of Palazzo Strozzi just off the most glamorous streets for shopping, the Hotel Helvetia & Bristol is one of those special places that act as a timeless refuge, a lounge to come and relax in front of the fire in winter or opt for the terrace in summer, a private corner in the heart of Renaissance Florence. Restored with the utmost respect for the period in terms of look and furnishings, the interior evokes a world of elegance but at the same time of modern style. An extremely sophisticated and romantic setting can be found on the top floor where two Panoramic Suites combine classic elegance and contemporary comfort as well as a unique privilege: the possibility to enjoy a stunning view from the large windows facing the Brunelleschi dome. It is undoubtedly a hotel with charm, character, personal service and an attention-to-detail which makes every sojourn a truly memorable experience.

Guests at the Hotel Helvetia & Bristol will experience the best of Florentine style. Each room is a private luxury residence, distinctively furnished and decorated. The period furniture gives each room its atmosphere and individual character: splendid inlaid tables, Chinese and bronze porcelain lamps, antique paintings, silks and brocades create a supremely elegant ambiance in each room. There are many reasons to call in at the Hostaria Bibendum, the famous bar and restaurant of the hotel, which is the ideal setting for a refined business lunch, a relaxing cocktail after an afternoon’s shopping or a romantic candlelit dinner under the stars. The terrace overlooks Piazza Strozzi, and the comfortable interiors are a satisfying mixture of warm decorative tones, exotic furnishings and art nouveau details.

Hotel Helvetia & Bristol is the ideal starting point for a day’s carefree shopping: the luxury boutiques in Via Tornabuoni are just a short walk away, as are the most famous of designer shops, antique dealers and the goldsmiths that have made Florence renowned throughout the world.