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The Westin Excelsior
Piazza Ognissanti 3 - Florence

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Dominating the beautiful Piazza Ognissanti, the hotel is ideally positioned, overlooking the Arno River and just a few steps away from the central fashion district of Florence. Renovation and change has been the hallmark of this beautiful property during the years, in its attempt to fulfill every requirement of its guest; frescoes, coffered ceilings and polychrome marbles perfectly match with the high standards of the service and a comfort without equal. The most modern technical innovations make this hotel the ideal place for business travellers. Satellite Television, high-speed internet access and Wi-Fi internet connection in the public spaces, together with a brand new Workout Room and a Fitness Area underline the attention for important details. All the meeting rooms are equipped with modem, PC and telephones.

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- Fitness Centre
- Massage

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- Parking (fee required)
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Newspapers
- Non-Smoking Rooms
- Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests
- Elevator
- Safety Deposit Box
- Valet Parking
- Heating
- Luggage Storage
- Gay Friendly

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- Room Service
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Business Centre
- Babysitting/Child Services
- Laundry
- Dry Cleaning
- VIP Room Facilities
- Breakfast in the Room
- Ironing Service
- Internet Services
- Currency Exchange
- Shoe Shine
- Car Rental
- Tour Desk
- Fax/Photocopying
- Ticket Service

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The Westin Excelsior dominates the Piazza Ognissanti, steps from shops dating back to Renaissance times and from the most elegant boutiques. A grand hotel, dedicated to a discerning clientele.

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Hotel information A wealth of historical memories (seven centuries of Florentine history) is associated with the area on which stands the building that is now The Westin Excelsior. Several celebrities stayed in Florence at the two properties owned nowadays by Starwood: the Romanov family, Emperor William II of Prussia, the Dukes of Windsor, the Shah of Persia with his wife Soraya, Princess Margaret of England, Elena of Romania, Queen Sofia of Greece, the King of Yugoslavia, the English Prime Minister W. Churchill and a number of world-wide famous artists such as Johann Strauss, Backhaus, Cortot, Rubinstein, Menuhin, Toscanini, Orson Welles, Charles Chaplin, Françoise Sagan, Emperor Hirohito, Henry Fonda, Queen Juliana of Holland, Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli, Bruno Walter, Furtwangler, Beniamino Gigli, Maria Callas, Josephine Baker, Maurice Béjart, Carla Fracci, Marcello Mastroianni, Gina Lollobrigida, Sophia Loren. In 1997 the Westin Excelsior has entered a new phase in its history when a restoration and renovation was completed. The renovation was a prime example of the Luxury Collection philosophy in such matters, which aims to highlight those historical and architectural features of its hotels that best enhance their affinity with the atmosphere and style of their host cities. A philosophy which considers the hotel as an integral part of the city, and a reference point in its artistic, cultural and business life.

Room information This hotel offers 171 prestigious guestrooms on six floors. All accommodations have Westin Heavenly Beds®, the top comfort beds with a full selection of pillows. The rooms feature Multimedia Quadriga System, including complete on-demand program selection in multiple languages for movies, sports and light entertainment, as well as a digital “jukebox”, high-speed internet access and a range of other guest services. The Guestrooms and suites are oases of beauty that pay homage to Florentine style and grace. Floor with inlaid stone, elegant decòr-rich woods, carpets and draperies that tastefully blend with high tech amenities for unparalleled comfort. Opulent polichrome marble baths pamper guests, rooms with terraces allow them to enjoy a leisurely breakfast or to admire terracotta rooftops from wrought iron chaise lounges. Outside...the magic of Florence

Food & beverage Located on the Lobby floor, ORVM bar provides an informal yet elegant feeling, with black and white marble floors, wooden tables and leather-covered walls and chairs. ORVM restaurant features the ultimate in contemporary Mediterranean cuisine, thanks to the ability of Executive Chef Giuseppe Dalla Rosa, who uses aromas and seasonal ingredients for light and balanced dishes.

Area information The Westin Excelsior dominates the Piazza Ognissanti, steps from shops dating back to Renaissance times and from the most elegant boutiques. A grand hotel, dedicated to a discerning clientele.

Travel information From Bologna Take the A-1 and exit at Firenze Nord. Follow the signs to the city center until you reach the Arno River. At the river, follow the directions to Ponte Vecchio and follow Longarno Vespucci until you come to Piazza Ognissanti. From Fiesole Follow the directions to the city center. At Piazza Della Liberta follow Viale Lavagnini around the Fortezza da Basso until you reach Viale Rosselli. At the Arno River, turn left towards Piazza Ognissanti. From Pisa/Livorno Take the A-11 and follow the directions to the city center until you arrive at the Arno River. At the river, follow the directions to Ponte Vecchio and then take Lungarno Vespucci until you reach Piazza Ognissanti. From Rome Take the A-1 and exit at Firenze Certosa. Follow directions to Florence and the city center/Via Porta Romana to Petrarca. Continue to Ponte Della Vittoria and after you cross the Arno River, turn right onto Piazza Ognissanti. By plane: The hotel is 8km far from Firenze-Pertola airport. Transfer from/to the hotel upon request. By train: The hotel is 5 minutes from S.Maria Novella railway station.

Cancellation policy At least 48 hours before day of arrival. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

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