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Villa Cora

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Viale Machiavelli 18

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
11 mentions

Wonderful staff

The villa offers its own shuttle service to the city center running every few mi…

Great location
7 mentions

Even when the hotel was nearly fully booked, it never felt crowded – guests are …

Amazing hotel in a great location, just a short walk to the centre of Florence

Comfortable rooms
6 mentions

Stunning property with incredible view from our room (room 309)

The rooms are spacious and very comfortable, living up to the hotel's luxurious …

Pool
6 mentions

The villa itself is absolutely stunning, with beautifully maintained gardens and…

Some of the best hotel staff we have ever come across, from the restaurant to th…

Breakfast available
4 mentions

Breakfast was enjoyable, although the selection for vegetarians and vegans could…

A particular highlight was the breakfast experience

Clean rooms
2 mentions

Elegant, clean, excellent staff

The beds are very comfortable and the cleanliness of the rooms was impeccable

Overview

Villa Cora is a 19th-century building surrounded by a park with outdoor swimming pool. Just 2 km from the centre of Florence and Santa Maria Novella Train Station, it offers free parking. Wi-Fi is also free. All the air-conditioned rooms at Villa Cora are decorated in classical style with antique furniture. They feature a minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The wellness area includes a sauna and a Turkish bath, along with a fitness centre. Massages and beauty treatments are also available. The hotel’s restaurant serves Italian cuisine and dishes and wines from Tuscany. Drinks and hot and cold snacks are available from the bar. Villa Cora is a 20-minute walk from the Uffizi Gallery. The bus stop 400 metres away provides links with the city centre in 10 minutes.

Traveller reviews

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Alison

couple

May 22, 2026

10

A wonderfully relaxing few days.

Stunning property with incredible view from our room (room 309). Wonderful staff.

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AnnMarie

extended_group

May 19, 2026

9

Our party of 3 loved Villa Cora. Beautiful hotel.

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Dovilė

couple

May 5, 2026

10

11/10

⸻ Everything about this stay was truly exceptional – from the very beginning to the very end. The villa itself is absolutely stunning, with beautifully maintained gardens and a serene, heated saltwater pool that creates a perfect sense of relaxation and harmony. The convenience is outstanding: private parking is available, and the transportation system is extremely well organized. The villa offers its own shuttle service to the city center running every few minutes, all included in the stay, which makes getting around effortless. I stayed in a Deluxe room with a terrace, and the view was simply breathtaking – definitely worth the upgrade. The room itself is slightly on the darker side, but this adds to the authentic charm and cozy atmosphere. Breakfast was enjoyable, although the selection for vegetarians and vegans could be a bit more extensive. That said, the staff are incredibly attentive and more than willing to accommodate individual preferences and dietary needs. The gym is compact but well-equipped, offering everything needed for a good workout. Even when the hotel was nearly fully booked, it never felt crowded – guests are well distributed throughout the property, maintaining a sense of privacy and calm. One of the highlights was the overall atmosphere. Many of the guests were American, which contributed to a very pleasant, polite, and friendly environment. The only small detail I personally missed was having a coffee machine or at least a kettle in the room. In the mornings, enjoying the beautiful view from the terrace, it would have been perfect to have a quiet coffee without heading straight to breakfast. Overall rating: 11/10. I would absolutely return and highly recommend this place to anyone who has the opportunity to visit.

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Jane

solo_traveller

April 4, 2026

10

Elegant hotel with professional staff.

It’s, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful hotels in Europe. Elegant, clean, excellent staff.

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Pedro Benedini

family_with_children

November 21, 2025

8

Beautiful Hotel, Unfortunate Service Experience

My stay at Villa Cora presented a mixed experience. The most striking positive aspect of the hotel is undoubtedly its appearance. The ambiance is truly phenomenal; the hotel lobby is magnificent, as are all the accommodations. The rooms are spacious and very comfortable, living up to the hotel's luxurious image. A particular highlight was the breakfast experience. The service during breakfast was sensational, and the food was very good, which certainly impressed me in a positive way.

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Jonah

couple

October 20, 2025

10

Beautiful hotel in a perfect location

Amazing hotel in a great location, just a short walk to the centre of Florence. Some of the best hotel staff we have ever come across, from the restaurant to the reception to the pool, the service was immaculate. The room was spacious, quiet and the bed was very comfortable. We didn’t want to leave!

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Micheal

couple

September 25, 2025

8

Stunning Property

Incredibly beautiful building and interiors. The pool was heated and although not warm, it did take the edge off. Food and service incredible. Breakfast not massive but so well presented and thought out. Rooms adequate and well appointed. Although our room did have a bath shower which was quite impractical and storage in the bathroom for toiletry bags etc was limited. Complimentary shuttle to and from Florence and location to Florence. Just 10 mins away. Taxi will cost £20

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MATTHEW

family_with_children

September 6, 2025

7

Lovely but room for improvement.

The hotel and gardens are beautiful and the location, in the leafy southern suburbs about half an hour walk from the city centre, was idyllic.

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alistair

couple

August 12, 2025

10

Outstanding. Beautiful location and atmosphere. Lovely staff

Beautiful location, well served. Attentive staff

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Emma

family_with_children

August 7, 2025

1

Terrible rude guests. Shocked. Beyond words

Beautiful

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Greg

couple

July 23, 2025

10

Beautiful Tuscan hotel in a great location away from the city centre but only a 20-30 minute away.

Beautiful hotel in a great location. The gardens and pool area are lovely and the architecture is stunning. The beds are very comfortable and the cleanliness of the rooms was impeccable. Food and drink was excellent by the pool. We didn't eat in the main restaurant during our stay but the recommendations for restaurants in Florence that we were given by the hotel were superb.

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IOANNIS

couple

July 22, 2025

9

Villa Cora was really an exceptional place to stay. The staff did the extra mile to service us!

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Piotr

couple

July 17, 2025

10

Pure relax

Love this place

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Daniel

couple

July 11, 2025

10

What a wonderful experience. The hotel is phenomenal. So beautiful, and the pool and facilities wonderful. And the staff amazing! Fabio, for instance, gave us stellar advice and recommendations (we had the best dinner in our two week stay, because of his tips!). Fantastic team.

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Tim

couple

July 7, 2025

10

Villa Cora is our favorite hotel in the world. Perfect for anyone wanting a romantic break.

We love everything about Villa Cora. The decor and style of the hotel is incredible. The staff are attentive and service is relaxed but discreet. The breakfast is great. The pool is beautiful and very laid back. The dinner is top class.

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Nokuthula

solo_traveller

June 3, 2025

10

Villa Cora - Sheer Elegance, Luxury, Lavishness! The only way to stay in Tuscany!

EVERYTHING!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

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Lawanda

couple

April 28, 2025

10

Dream place to stay!

All! It’s a magic, charming, fairytale property with perfect services and experience!

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Anthony

couple

April 17, 2025

10

Will definite be back.

Villa Cora is the most amazing property and certainly one of the best hotels we have ever stayed in. Absolutely stunning. Staff went the extra mile and so friendly and helpful. Location is excellent.

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Elizabeth

couple

April 4, 2025

10

Breathtakingly beautiful architecture, kind and caring staff, all set in amazing surroundings

Utterly beautiful. With so many original features, a real elegance and charm about the whole estate

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philippe

couple

February 24, 2025

10

Always best hotel in florence

Facilities

Activities

Sauna, Fitness centre, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hiking, Cycling, Hammam, Horse riding, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Light therapy, Spa facilities, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Spa/wellness packages, Fitness, Yoga classes, Fitness classes, Personal trainer, Fitness/spa locker rooms, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar

Food & drink safety

Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed, Lift, Safety deposit box, Soundproof rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Allergy-free room

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture

Parking

Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Pet bowls, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (free), Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Ironing service, Valet parking, Currency exchange, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Packed lunches, Car hire, 24-hour front desk, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Classic Double Room

Classically decorated, air-conditioned room with minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. It offers views of the garden or pool.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom0
Deluxe Double Room

Classically decorated, large, air-conditioned room with minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Overlooks the property's park, Florence or the surrounding hills. Can be set in the main villa, or in the Villino Eugenia annex. The rooms on the third floor have a Moorish design and a private balcony.

Max 2 guests 23 1 bedroom0
Duplex Quadruple Room

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a seating area, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max 4 guests 80 1 bedroom0
Suite

The spacious suites feature a seating area with sofa. Some have original parquet floors, original frescoed ceilings and four-poster beds, some have rose-themed boudoirs and canopy beds. Historic figures such as the Japanese Emperor and Princess Eugenia, wife of Napoleon III, have stayed here.

Max 3 guests 50 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Superior Queen Room

The double room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a safe deposit box, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom0
Two Connecting Double Rooms

Featuring a Moorish design and a balcony, this room is composed of 2 connecting rooms. Each features air conditioning, a private marble bathroom, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Max 4 guests 70 1 bedroom0
Junior Suite

Individually decorated suite featuring a living area and a private bathroom.

Max 3 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite
Max 5 guests0 1 bedroom0

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 00:00
Check-outFrom 06:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printWhen booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may applyPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 8:26 AM

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