Based in a 19th century villa, the smart Hotel la Fortezza is located within one kilometre of many of Florence's key sights. The hotel has an impressive lobby, characterised by marble floors, chandeliers, artworks, and understated antique furniture. The 38 modern guestrooms feature neutral décor with wooden floors and contemporary wall-mounted headboards. Room amenities include satellite television, hair dryers, safes, minibars, direct-dial phones and air conditioning.
The hotel can organise walking tours around Florence and Tuscany. For further sightseeing ideas, guests may use the Internet connections available in public areas, or ask the concierge for advice on the area's best attractions. Breakfast is served in a bright and airy room, and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. The hotel is close to a number of famous attractions, including the Galleria Dell'Accademia and Convent of St Mark, both 800 metres away, the Medici palace, 900 metres from the hotel, and the Cathedral, one kilometre away. Florence Vespucci Airport is four kilometres from the hotel. The airport is a short taxi ride from town costing approximately 15 EUR. It is also possible to take the half-hourly bus which transports passengers to Santa Maria Novella Station in the centre of Florence. The hotel operates a shuttle service to and from the airport, bookable in advance for a fee.