Hotel Ariele (Florence, Italy)

A lovely example of period local architecture and offering a peaceful garden area, Hotel Ariele is conveniently located close to the heart of Florence. Styled with floral wallpaper and wooden furniture, each room features a private bathroom with either a bath or a shower and complimentary toiletries. Mod cons include air conditioning and satellite television while some rooms also offer a minibar. A ticket-booking service is provided by the English-speaking staff at reception. Free Wi-Fi can be accessed in public areas and on-site parking is available for a daily charge. Hotel Ariele serves a daily continental buffet breakfast. For hearty Florentine dishes and magnificent steaks, I'Tuscani 2 on Via de Federighi is a 15-minute walk away. A mile away, the world-famous Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fioreis a must-see with its stunning red-brick dome. A similar distance, Ponte Vecchio is an historic arch bridge over the Arno River which features souvenir and jewellery shops. Firenze S.M.N. railway station is a 12-minute walk.