Best Marriott International Hotels in Florence

What was once the house of Carolina Bonaparte, the sister of Napoleon, is now The Westin Excelsior, Florence. This Westin outpost, lavishly decorated in the Florentine style of the Renaissance period, has 171 guest rooms and suites, a 24-hour fitness center, three restaurants, a bar and elegant meeting spaces. Services like laundry and valet parking can also be provided for an additional fee. All accommodations have the brand's signature Heavenly beds and bath products, plus flat-screen TVs, marble bathrooms, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. Upgraded rooms and suites boast hardwood floors, private balconies or terraces, outdoor Jacuzzis and views of the Arno River. Guests praise the property's exceptional staff and prime Florence location near numerous shops, restaurants and attractions. However, several recent travelers noted that the hotel's central location meant the area can be noisy. And while some suggested visiting the rooftop SE·STO on Arno for the restaurant's Mediterranean cuisine and wraparound views, others were frustrated with the eatery's limited table availability. To avoid this issue, consider reserving a table in advance. Because this hotel is part of the Marriott hotel family, Marriott Bonvoy members can earn and use points here.