Hotel Croce di Malta in Florence

Set in a former convent, this charming hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and a 15-minute walk from the Galleria dell'Accademia, home to Michelangelo's David statue.Bright, warmly furnished rooms come with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Suites add sitting areas, vaulted or paneled ceilings, and/or balconies with garden views. Split-level family rooms feature 2 bathrooms.A breakfast buffet is complimentary. There's also a restaurant, an oak-paneled piano bar, and a genteel banquet hall with restored frescoes. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace with city views, a garden courtyard and a seasonal outdoor pool.