Best for renaissance luxury
FOUR SEASONS HOTEL FIRENZE, ITALY
Elegant design, exemplary service and the promise of indulgence are benefits guests can expect from a Four Seasons hotel. Then, raising the bar, is the group’s historical Florence residence, which seamlessly blends the grandeur of the past with the comfort demanded by today’s discerning traveller. Situated on the edge of the city’s old town, the palatial property, which dates back to the late 15th century, retains many original features, including exquisite frescoed ceilings, sculptured friezes, playful motifs and baroque staircases. In Michelin-starred Il Palagio, executive chef Paolo Lavezzini infuses a contemporary twist to traditional Italian dishes. The second restaurant, meanwhile, is a more laidback experience. Located in the hotel’s atrium, it’s amplified by a crooning piano man, vibrant staff and a…