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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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