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Grand Hotel Minerva

4.6(1,010)
Hotel

About

Grand Hotel Minerva offers 97 rooms and suites blending modern Italian craftsmanship with centuries of art history, including frescoes and works by renowned artists. Its central location puts you steps from Florence’s Santa Maria Novella cathedral, ideal for guests combining business with cultural exploration.

The rooftop pool and bar provide a standout setting with 360-degree views of the city and the Duomo, perfect for networking or unwinding after meetings. On-site dining features refined Italian cuisine, while flexible event spaces accommodate intimate corporate gatherings with attentive service.

Best for

  • Executive offsites with city skyline views
  • Client dinners in refined Italian dining
  • Multi-night stays near Florence business hubs

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Seasonal rooftop pool with 360-degree city views
Rooftop Pool
Seasonal rooftop pool with 360-degree city views
A rooftop bar with a swimming pool atop a 13th-century palazzo offering panoramic views of Florence’s monuments, including the Duomo. Open seasonally from April to October, it provides a striking setting for drinks or casual gatherings.
Historic palazzo blending art and modern Italian craftsmanship
Art and Design
Historic palazzo blending art and modern Italian craftsmanship
The hotel features seven centuries of art history with frescoes, coffered ceilings from the 1300s, and works by notable artists like Emilio Greco and Renato Guttuso, alongside modernist architecture by Carlo Scarpa. The design narrative enriches the
Directly opposite Santa Maria Novella cathedral
Location
Directly opposite Santa Maria Novella cathedral
Situated in the heart of Florence, the hotel’s façade faces the iconic Santa Maria Novella cathedral, allowing guests to feel intimately connected to one of the city’s most beautiful landmarks.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 1,010 reviews