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Villa San Michele by Orient-Express

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Via Doccia 4, 50014 Fiesole, Italy
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Villa San Michele by Orient-Express
Ranked #2 of 12 hotels in Fiesole
4.5 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
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New York City, New York
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

This hotel's facade was designed by Michaengelo. It was a monestery converted to a hotel. It's a small property- great for weddings, a romantic break, family vacation. The pool has such fantastic views of Florence, its just so beautiful. I stayed at the Executive Jr. Suite- with a terrace , and sweeping views of Florence. The restautants are fantastic, the... More

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London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I have just returned from my second long weekend at the wonderful Villa San Michele. My last stay was two years ago and I returned with the same friend this time. We chose to return to the VSM because of the setting, service and breakfast and weren't disappointed this time. It was just as good as the first and I... More

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Marco Novella, Direttore generale at Villa San Michele by Orient-Express, responded to this review
26 April 2012

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking your time once again to write another nice review of Villa San Michele! We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your second stay with us as much as the first one and we look forward to welcoming you for the third time! With all our best regards, Marco Novella General Manager More

Sunnyvale, CA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012
1
person found this review helpful

From the concierge to food to the views of Florence below, this hotel rates as one of the best. More

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Marco Novella, Direttore generale at Villa San Michele by Orient-Express, responded to this review
2 April 2012

Dear guest, Thank you for your lovely words regarding your stay with us! We are very pleased to know you enjoyed Villa San Michele and we hope to have the pleasure to welcome you back very soon. Best wishes, Marco Novella General Manager More

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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2012

The villa has amazing views over Florence from the restaurant and pool which makes it the most incredible setting.. The rooms are comfortable and staff professional and polite. Only downside is that it is difficult to leave the hotel to go into Florence as it is so nice there More

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London, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

The view takes your breathaway, the bar man makes a fantastic cocktail, the chef cooks a delicious Tiramasu and our room was stunning - if you want to spoil yourself stay here, fabulous. The hotel even runs a little shuttle bus into town, so when you have had enough of relaxing by the pool you can go into town and... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012
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If you are looking for a peacfull, authenicly original Florence experience and don't mind paying a little more for it, then the Villa San Michele is a MUST. Its about 20-25 munites out of Florence center city, but they provide shuttle service into the center city.It was a 15th Century Franciscian Monk Monastary nestled in the foothills. As you go... More

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Coral Gables, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The Villa San Michele is absolutely remarkable. The grounds are gorgeous and picturesque. The service and the staff were attentive and always greeted us by name. We absolutely loved all of the hotels recommendations and thought the cooking school was a lot of fun. My only negative comment would be that our room was a little small for us despite... More

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London
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2011
2
people found this review helpful

You will be hard pressed to find a more sensational and breathtaking view of Florence. This hill top hotel set into the rocks is incredible. THe garden suites are literally built into the rocks and wit their private patios to enjoy breakfast and the city of Florence they are a must! THe staff are attentive yet discreet and ensure your... More

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Hong Kong, China
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Villa San Michele is an Italian landmark, which has worldwide fame. The famous house-museum is located on the outskirts of Florence, near Fiesole. The exact date of construction of the house-museum is not known, but most scholars are inclined to think that construction began in the first half of the 16th century. At that time, the monastery, which became the... More

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Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2011
5
people found this review helpful

This hotel has fabulous views of Florence and staff who are nice but mixed in ability. In every other respect it is a throwback to the seventies, when hotels got away with poor service, rooms and cuisine. When we arrived we were given room 19, which adjoins room 20 & has a view of a wall. It was explained we... More

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Address: Via Doccia 4, 50014 Fiesole, Italy
Price range (per night):* RM2,848 - 7,729

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