Hotel Torre di Bellosguardo in Florence

Set in gardens on a hill overlooking Florence, this upscale hotel in a 13th-century mansion is an 11-minute walk from the nearest bus stop and 5 km from the Gothic-style Florence Cathedral.Elegant rooms and suites with antique furniture feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars and safes; some have 4-poster beds and/or wood-beamed ceilings. Room service is available.Amenities include an outdoor pool, a terrace, and lounges that have stone fireplaces. Parking is available. Breakfast and cooking classes are offered (surcharge).