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Hotel Capitol Santa Croce, Florence

This Florence hotel is situated in the Santa Croce district of the city, so called because of the famous Basilica of Santa Croce just a short walk away. Legend has it that the church was founded by St Francis himself around 1294 and you can still admire its stunning frescoes by Giotto, Cimabue and others. Along the avenue where the Hotel Capitol Santa Croce, Florence now sits, the city wall once ran from the San Niccolo bridge to the Porta alla Croce. This ancient archway is now more commonly known as Piazza Beccaria, after the square it occupies. The striking synagogue, just west of the Piazza, is also worth a look for its intricately carved stone facade.

This hotel in Florence is within the town's congestion zone, so traffic is minimal and it is relaxing to roam through the calm neighbourhood on foot. Inside the hotel, the decor is modern and unobtrusive allowing you to appreciate the Florentine skyline or the Tuscan hills nearby, which many of the bedrooms overlook. The rooms themselves are generously sized and come with an en-suite bathroom, direct-dial telephone and mini-bar. The 24-hour concierge service is always available, to tell you about the hotel's facilities or offer advice on the town's attractions. Optional extras like room service, laundry or restaurant and theatre reservations can also be booked from this desk. In the mornings, take breakfast at the hotel and you can choose from fresh coffee, a selection of teas, fresh pastries, yoghurt or cold meats.

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Double room from €39