The Best Art Hotels in Florence: Experience Sleeping Among Masterpieces

Room with a view art hotel in florence

In Florence, you can immerse yourself in an art haven. Check into a boutique Art hotel and enjoy art in all its forms! Explore art-packed villas, museum hotels and art residencies that exude a strong historical charm—perfect for city breakers, art enthusiasts and pet lovers alike.

Room with a view art hotel in florence

30/01/2025


By Gaia Giordani. Cover image St.Regis Florence Instagram Courtesy

Art Hotel in Florence perfect for City Breakers and Contemporary Art Explorers—Pet Lovers Included


  • Art Hotel Museo in Florence

When walking through the corridors of the Art Hotel Museo in Florence, you might feel as if you’re visiting a museum. The common spaces feature stunning pieces of contemporary art by graffiti artist Toxic, performance artist Hermann Nitsch Nitsch, and conceptual artist Emilio Isgrò, alongside works by Tuscan artists such as Paolo Masi and Miradario. On the second and fifth floors, you can enjoy artworks inspired by the Italian iconic maestro Leonardo da Vinci.


  • Gallery Hotel Art

Gallery Hotel Art is the perfect destination for pet owners travelling to Florence. This 4-star boutique hotel is not only pet-friendly but also serves as an Art gallery, showcasing works by contemporary artists and photographers, such as David LaChapelle and Steven Klein. Guests can relax in the lounge library or meet with friends for a drink at the fusion bar.


Admiring the Renaissance From Your Window


  • St. Regis Florence

At the St. Regis Florence, you get to experience the true essence of Italian art and indulge in the charming Dolce Vita lifestyle. Inside the hotel, you will find a selection from Liquid Art System, an art gallery based in Positano, a beautiful gem on the Amalfi Coast. Among the artworks and sculptures, you can admire pieces by Korean artist Seo Young-Deok, the Spanish artistic duo Coderch and Malavia, and the Italian sculptor Giacinto Bosco.


  • Hotel Berchielli

Hotel Berchielli is the perfect place to stay in the centre of Florence, especially if you want to admire the Lungarno view from your room windows. For decades, Hotel Berchielli showcased hundreds of haute couture figurine models, which have now been donated to the Museo del Tessuto (Textile Museum) in Prato. This museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in textile fashion, and it’s less than an hour away from Florence by car or train.


Art Hotel in Florence that let you take a Piece of Art Home With You


  • Casa Botticelli 

Casa Botticelli is named after the Florentine genius who painted The Birth of Venus and Primavera, both of which can be admired at the Uffizi in Florence, along with many of the maestro’s other masterpieces. To fully immerse yourself in the ambience of the Renaissance, consider staying at this boutique hotel in the historical heart of Florence, close to Palazzo Pitti and the Santo Spirito district. The rooms and hallways are filled with beautiful artworks, many of which are available for purchase so you can actually take a piece of the experience home with you. 


  • Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco

When Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco opened in the 1980s, it began to build its own art collection thanks to the friendship between the owner and local art gallery owner Vincenzo Alibrandi. The hotel shares its collection with its guests, allowing them to admire (and even purchase) works of art by Italian artists like Aldo Mondino and Arturo Carmassi, which are displayed throughout the premises. Craving for more? Head to the Galleria Il Ponte, where the hotel’s collection started.


Art Residencies to Deep Dive into Beauty, Surrounded by Nature


  • Il Bottaccio

Can you picture yourself painting outdoors in the garden of a Tuscan villa? It might be a bit cliché, but when in Florence, it’s the perfect opportunity to check off something from your bucket list. Il Bottaccio is a 5-star “hotel for those who don’t like to stay in a hotel”. It’s located near Forte dei Marmi, making it a great stop for a detour from Florence to the Tuscan Riviera, and it even features an art gallery. Here, you can admire marble and terracotta sculptures by local artists, such as Giovanni Balderi, Marcello Giorgi, and Romolo Del Deo.


  • Residenza d’Arte

‘Residenza d’Arte’ translates to ‘Art Residency’ in Italian, and it’s a unique boutique hotel tucked away in an ancient village surrounded by nature. This remarkable setting combines a 7-century-old dwelling with hundreds of contemporary works of art, creating a compelling contrast. It offers a mesmerizing experience where you can immerse yourself in art while enjoying a sense of belonging, as if you, too, were an artist in this inspiring place.

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