In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 28 guest reviews of Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Location and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Some rooms are on an upper floor with no lift, which is hard going for older guests.
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Offering panoramic views of Florence, Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence is a former monastery nestled on a hilltop amid lush trees and terraced gardens. The elegant rooms come with terracotta floors and Carrara-marble bathroom. Kids' activities are provided. Wi-Fi and parking are free.
The rooms and suites of the Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence offer air conditioning, a flat-screen with CD and DVD player, and a minibar. Some accommodation offers views of the city. An American breakfast is served daily.
Dating back to the 15th century, the Villa’s façade is attributed to Michelangelo. Transport to the airport and train station can be organized on request. A complimentary shuttle service runs from the hotel to Piazza della Repubblica square in the city centre is provided.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 21 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Ideal for travellers who want Florence spread out below them, this fifteenth-century monastery features terraced gardens and a hillside pool. The property offers panoramic terrace views and a free shuttle service, though its hilltop location means it is situated outside the city itself.
Guests score it 9.8 out of 10 — the average across the 15 hotels we list in Florence is 9.4.
- The building began life as a 15th-century monastery, its facade is attributed to the school of Michelangelo, and the rooms have terracotta floors and Carrara-marble bathrooms.
- From the hilltop terraces and the loggia restaurant, the view runs straight down over Florence to the Duomo.
- Staying above the city is the point, but each trip into Florence means the shuttle or a taxi ride down the hill.
- As a converted monastery, the rooms and suites differ widely, from compact rooms of around 29 m² to signature suites of over 100 m².
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Should you book it?
Book it if you want
- Couples who want a panoramic pool above Florence in 15th-century terraced gardens
- Food lovers who want dinner at Antesi with Florence spread out below the terrace
- Families of up to four who want a Signature Suite and a free shuttle into Florence
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Prices at Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence
When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €2,097 in total (€1,049 per night).
Across our last 25 daily price checks, the nightly rate has ranged from €1,007 to €1,540.
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 28 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +An excellent breakfast that guests mention again and again
- +The restaurants and dinners get warm praise
- +Good food at the pool bar as well
- –One couple felt the dishes at La Loggia fell short on flavour and portion size
- –A slightly wider choice of cheeses at breakfast would be welcome
”Excellent breakfast, and dinner at the restaurant is a fantastic experience.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, attentive staff who make you feel at home from the moment you arrive
- +Staff remember names and take good care of families with small children
- +The concierge and room service go above and beyond
- +A free shuttle into Florence
- –A small error on the bill at check-out
”The staff are incredible; our baby son was treated so well, with everyone remembering his name.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A large pool that guests love
- +Excellent pool facilities
- +A bar right by the pool
”A great, big pool with a bar right next to it.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious rooms, some with their own terrace
- +Freshly renovated rooms with many thoughtful touches
- +Large, quiet rooms that guests describe as spectacular
- –Some rooms are on an upper floor with no lift, which is hard going for older guests
”Gorgeous setting and many thoughtful touches in the large, quiet rooms.” — guest, translated
Location
- +Breathtaking views over Florence
- +A beautiful garden that is lovely to stroll through
- +A historic former monastery in a peaceful hillside setting
”You feel like the gods on Mount Olympus, high above Florence.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness, noise levels and value for money are mentioned too rarely in the sample for an honest picture — we don't guess.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence from Florence Airport (FLR)?
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence is approximately 7.5 km from Florence Airport (FLR) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence?
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence is rated 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 561 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 9.8/10 from 56 guest reviews.
How many stars does Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence have?
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence offer?
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence offers free Wifi, breakfast, outdoor swimming pool, free on-site parking, 3 restaurants and pet friendly.
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