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Villa Cora

5.0 star property
Beaux Arts hotel with a full-service spa and area shuttle service

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 236 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite

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Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Duplex

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Suite (Imperial)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Oltrarno, a neighborhood in Florence, Villa Cora is next to a golf course. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Boboli Gardens and Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding.
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Viale Machiavelli 18, Florence, FI, 50125

What's nearby

  • Pitti Palace - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Porta al Prato Station - 4 min drive
  • Paolo Uccello Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Caffè Bellini - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Caffetteria di Pitti - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caffé Petrarca - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Antica Porta - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Totò Atto II - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Villa Cora

Luxury boutique hotel near Uffizi Gallery
Near Pitti Palace and Ponte Vecchio, Villa Cora provides an adjacent golf course, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, a body scrub, and a facial at the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and free bicycle rentals
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a banquet hall, and meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Childcare services, daily housekeeping, and desks

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1870
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 80 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 110.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 8.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 40 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Pet fee: EUR 80 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 110.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT048017A1HN9LZSO7

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Grand Hotel Villa Cora Florence
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Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Cora have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Cora pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 80 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Villa Cora?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Cora?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Villa Cora?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Villa Cora provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Cora located?

Located in Oltrarno, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Boboli Gardens, Ponte Vecchio, and Pitti Palace. Uffizi Gallery and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 2 mi (3 km). Unità Tram Stop is 30 minutes by foot.

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Villa Cora Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 456 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and relaxing locale
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic! A perfect place for a romantic stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
lovely and a short walk to the center of town.....
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Millie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly I am blown away from the service at Villa Cora. From the warmest welcome at check in, to the friendly smiles and service at lunch. Every inch of this stay was perfection. We will definitely be returning very soon! Thank you Villa Cora you made Florence an absolute dream!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic interiors, like a Medici palace!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding

Incredible stay. Possibly the nicest, most comfortable Hotels I've ever been to. They live up to their star rating, and then some.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and property itself are stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Architecture was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nubia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Book this hotel now. You will NOT regret it. It is absolutely a must.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
EXCEPTIONAL PLACE AND STAFF
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect oasis with easy access to Firenze! Definitely a favourite
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lobby very pretty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Opportunistic and Dishonest Hotel Management

The building and surroundings are beautiful but they prioritise the income rather than customer satisfaction. I would not recommend this hotel after their opportunist and dishonest behaviour. They have even did not honor their own cancellation policy after their employee submitted in writing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with exceptional staff, we visited for our engagement celebration and Villa Cora made the occasion even more special. Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Beautiful Villa,with a mediocre service/restaurant

Service at the restaurant: 2-3 stars
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mulugeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique Villa just outside of Florence. A stunning paranoiac view of the surrounding countryside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time at Villa Cora. Loved every minute of it. Thank you to the staff and everyone there. We felt so blessed and taken care of. Thank you, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

This is the most amazing hotel and we can not wait to return and stay again. They treated us like true VIP’s and we were upgraded from a standard room to a junior suite! We felt like royalty and it made our stay in Florence very special. All of the staff were so lovely and helpful - Villa Cora is truly a very special hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

annie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with very nice staffs. No room for luggage and no room in the bathroom for toiletries in our room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Johann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very beautiful and old Villa in the outskirts of Florence. Some wear and tear included.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not a 5 Star Resort , room service is below average and food arrives cold
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villa Cora is a fantastic property that looks and feels like many palaces I have visited! Amazing pool that made all the difference and is just what you need after a warm day exploring the city. If you are looking at traveling to Florence, stop looking, you need to stay here. Stay at any other property and you’ve missed an opportunity to have a unique experience at an amazing place in Florence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful location and has such immense potential but is just tired and lacking the level of attention and service in a proper 5* hotel. Sadly won’t return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were disappointed to be charged $18 for coffee in the morning given the nightly rate and reputation. We visited the wellness area in the spa and were so offended that cell phones and loud talking was happening/permitted (?) from guests. This ruined our spa experience. The dining and concierge staff were wonderful but the establishment needs to review its priorities and policies.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Ira

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The grounds, pool and terrace were beautiful. Unfortunately, the service was quite disappointing. Seemingly simple amenities like coffee and tea were assessed as extra charges, the shuttle shut down at inconvenient hours and some of the staff acted as though they were doing us a favor with their service. Not at all the level of service of a 5 star hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023