Grand Hotel Minerva

Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

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September 2025

October 2025

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Located near the Historic Center, Grand Hotel Minerva offers a seasonal outdoor pool, garden, poolside bar, and terrace. Guests can enjoy in-room WiFi. Previous visitors praise the helpful staff, well-maintained property, and convenient location.

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Room options

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Sep 22 - Sep 23

Tomorrow

Sep 23 - Sep 24

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 19 of 19 rooms

Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

40 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Romantic Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

35 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View (111)

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

80 sq m
2 bedrooms
City view
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Sofa Beds

Business Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Hairdryer

16 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Premium Double Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

22 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Interconnecting Double and Triple Rooms

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

45 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite (Open Space 103)

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

55 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Family Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Junior Suite, Terrace (106)

Highlights

Terrace

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

45 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Executive

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Romantic Suite (428)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

55 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Premium Double Room, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

18 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Double Room Single Use

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

22 sq m
Sleeps 1
1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

30 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Duplex, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms, City View (113)

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

70 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

44 sq m
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Premium Comfort

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Day bed

26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Suite (Decorated 104)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

65 sq m
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Double Room, City View

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cots/infant beds

Smart TV

Premium bedding

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

26 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, Grand Hotel Minerva is near a train station. Uffizi Gallery and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. Boboli Gardens and Galileo Museum - Institute and Museum of the History of Science are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

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Piazza Santa Maria Novella 16, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Ponte Vecchio - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Piazza del Duomo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Uffizi Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

Unità Tram Stop - 2 min walk
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 5 min walk
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪Osteria Pastella - ‬2 min walk
‪Banki Ramen - ‬2 min walk
‪Giotto Pizzeria - ‬2 min walk
‪The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
‪Ostaria Dei Centopoveri - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Minerva

Upscale boutique hotel near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza del Duomo, Grand Hotel Minerva provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also find perks such as:

A seasonal outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and free newspapers
5 meeting rooms, a porter/bellboy and a lift
Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff, first-rate property condition and location

Room features

All 97 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.

Other amenities include:

Bidets, free toiletries and hairdryers
Childcare services, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Valet parking on site (EUR 45 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 19 to 25 per person
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Gym
Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room babysitting
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service

Business services

5 meeting rooms
Business centre

Outdoors

Garden
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Spa

Couples treatment rooms
In-room massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Hardwood flooring in room
Lift (74 centimetre wide door)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (114 centimetre high)
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

6 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Banquet hall
Built in 1869
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Down comforter
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Entertainment

Smart TV

Food and drink

Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating (climate-controlled)
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 19 to 25 per person
Valet parking fee: EUR 45 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property Registration Number IT048017A1FPVVKJUK

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Minerva have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Minerva?

As of 22 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Minerva on 14 Oct, 2025 start from S$1,017.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Grand Hotel Minerva pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Grand Hotel Minerva?

Valet parking is available for EUR 45 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Minerva?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Minerva?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Grand Hotel Minerva located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this boutique hotel is steps away from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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