Immaculate spa facilities offer rejuvenating treatments and a serene escape from Florence's bustling streets. The hotel's excellent restaurant serves high-standard cuisine while the on-site pastry shop satisfies sweet cravings. Staff can arrange museum visits or recommend local high-end shopping.
Located in Historic Centre of Florence neighborhood, Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione is connected to a rail/subway station. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Piazza della Signoria and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Visarno Arena or Stadio Artemio Franchi. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Florence travel guide
Via Dei Pescioni 2, Florence, FI, 50123
What's nearby
Piazza della Repubblica
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Piazza della Signoria
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Ponte Vecchio
6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Getting around
Unità Tram Stop
6 min walk
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station)
9 min walk
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
27 min drive
Restaurants
Caffè Gilli
2 min walk
Caffè Concerto Paszkowski
2 min walk
Osteria Belle Donne
2 min walk
Caffè Strozzi
1 min walk
GIACOSA
2 min walk
About this property
Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione
Luxury boutique hotel connected to a rail/subway station
A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza della Signoria, Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione provides a terrace, shopping on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a body treatment, and a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, Cibrèo Ristorante, features al fresco dining and dinner. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and car rentals on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge)
Babysitting (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
Wedding services, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 89 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Rainfall showers, bidets, and tubs or showers
32-inch TVs with satellite channels
Childcare services, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 40 per person
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Bristol Winter Garden
Cibrèo Caffè
Cibrèo Ristorante
Things to do
24-hour gym
Full-service spa
Shopping
Steam room
Family friendly
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Outdoors
Terrace
Full-service spa
4 treatment rooms
Body scrubs
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
In-room massages
Manicures/pedicures
Spa open daily
Turkish bath
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's garage will be closed every day from midnight to 7 AM
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 60 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
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 8.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 40 per person
Self parking fee: EUR 60 per day
Valet parking fee: EUR 60 per day
Nearby parking fee: EUR 60 per day (1640 ft away)
Pet fee: EUR 60 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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 fire extinguisher
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 IT048017A1JJ5NDZ7I
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 information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa
Property class
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Frequently asked questions
Is Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione pet-friendly?
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 60 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione?
As of Jul 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione on Aug 17, 2026 start from $473, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is available for EUR 60 per day. Valet parking is available for EUR 60 per day.
What time is check-in at Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione located?
Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Strozzi Palace and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Piazza della Signoria and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Helvetia & Bristol Firenze – Starhotels Collezione Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Completely charming and so centrally located to everything that it was easy to pop in and out of the hotel throughout the day. I had a room on the first floor facing the street and was initially concerned that it might be noisy but it was perfectly quiet and the room was completely dark with the shutters. I also used the gym, which was completely sufficient. Lovely experience and I would definitely go back.
Absolutely wonderful hotel. Perfect location. Everything was spotlessly clean. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. The spa was out of this world. The breakfast had so much variety. Will definitely be staying there again.
Great staff willing to go the distance to offer us the better room available. Plus, they were sensitive enough to give us a complimentary gift since it was our honeymoon.
Staff were amazing, property is gorgeous, you must try the spa. Marcus and Anna there were outstanding. Breakfast could have more warm options, and the rooms were a little on the small side but to be expected for a European property. Overall truly a 5 star property.
Everything here is next level top of the line! From the staff to the gorgeous rooms, spa with Roman bath, and the restaurant and bar. I would absolutely stay here again and can’t wait to go back!
We had the most wonderful seven night stay at the Helvetia and Bristol last week. From the moment we entered, we were treated so kindly. The entire staff, from front desk to housekeeping to doormen to restaurant staff, were so warm, friendly, and helpful. The rooms were spacious and gorgeous, and turndown service a delight each night, with slippers laid out for us and chocolates on our pillows. The location was central to everything. Truly, there is not a single negative thing I could say - this is a magical hotel. We’ll be back!
Beautiful property, beautifully maintained, wonderful staff. Zero complaints with my stay here. Definitely will be returning. Perfect location in Central Florence as well. Very easy to access anything and everything you’d want to see.
This is an exquisite hotel with absolute luxury and simply the best breakfast buffet we had in all of Italy. We traveled from Venice to Florence and this hotel was a last splurge. It was worth the high price. The room was beautiful in the newer Bristol tower and the spa was relaxing. The best breakfast buffet with cheery staff made our last day so happy.
Friendly attentive staff. Property is kept in clean immaculate condition with a wonderful spa. Situated within walking distance of all major attractions. An ideal property to explore Florence and offers good relaxation facilities.
Kevin
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher
Dec 29, 2024
Close to everything you want to see. Great staff, helpful to find what you might want to see or recommendations/