Villa Cora
Viale Machiavelli 18
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Why people book this hotel
“Wonderful staff”
“The villa offers its own shuttle service to the city center running every few mi…”
“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”
“Stunning property with incredible view from our room (room 309)”
“The rooms are spacious and very comfortable, living up to the hotel's luxurious …”
“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 was enjoyable, although the selection for vegetarians and vegans could…”
“A particular highlight was the breakfast experience”
“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
Alison
couple
May 22, 2026
“A wonderfully relaxing few days.”
Stunning property with incredible view from our room (room 309). Wonderful staff.
AnnMarie
extended_group
May 19, 2026
Our party of 3 loved Villa Cora. Beautiful hotel.
Dovilė
couple
May 5, 2026
“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.
Jane
solo_traveller
April 4, 2026
“Elegant hotel with professional staff.”
It’s, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful hotels in Europe. Elegant, clean, excellent staff.
Pedro Benedini
family_with_children
November 21, 2025
“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.
Jonah
couple
October 20, 2025
“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!
Micheal
couple
September 25, 2025
“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
MATTHEW
family_with_children
September 6, 2025
“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.
alistair
couple
August 12, 2025
“Outstanding. Beautiful location and atmosphere. Lovely staff”
Beautiful location, well served. Attentive staff
Emma
family_with_children
August 7, 2025
“Terrible rude guests. Shocked. Beyond words”
Beautiful
Greg
couple
July 23, 2025
“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.
IOANNIS
couple
July 22, 2025
“Villa Cora was really an exceptional place to stay. The staff did the extra mile to service us!”
Piotr
couple
July 17, 2025
“Pure relax”
Love this place
Daniel
couple
July 11, 2025
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.
Tim
couple
July 7, 2025
“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.
Nokuthula
solo_traveller
June 3, 2025
“Villa Cora - Sheer Elegance, Luxury, Lavishness! The only way to stay in Tuscany!”
EVERYTHING!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Lawanda
couple
April 28, 2025
“Dream place to stay!”
All! It’s a magic, charming, fairytale property with perfect services and experience!
Anthony
couple
April 17, 2025
“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.
Elizabeth
couple
April 4, 2025
“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
philippe
couple
February 24, 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Junior Suite
Individually decorated suite featuring a living area and a private bathroom.
Suite
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