Villa Cora Florence is a prestigious and luxury 5-star hotel resort set in a 19th-century building surrounded by a centuries-old park overlooking the Boboli Gardens. Located on the hills just outside the historical center of Florence, Villa Cora is one of the most opulent villas built on this low hillside south of the city. The property is also a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, an international collection of luxury independent hotels.
Situated in a prime location, Villa Cora is set in rose-filled gardens above the wide, tree-lined avenue that winds its way up the hill from Porta Romana. The hotel is at a 2.8 km distance from Florence Santa Maria Novella and close to Piazzale Michelangelo, offering stunning views of the city. Guests can visit the beautiful park and historical building of Villa Cora, while exploring the nearby attractions of Florence.
The grandest rooms at Villa Cora can be found on the first floor 'piano nobile', where guests can expect splendid original parquet floors, frescoed ceilings, antiques, four-poster beds, and lofty windows draped with heavy silks. For accommodation variety, there's a choice between the pretty, feminine second floor rose-themed boudoirs, the mod-Moorish third floor rooms, or the 14 sunny, more classically-styled rooms housed in the ex-stable block.
Dining at Villa Cora Florence is an exceptional experience with Executive Chef Alessandro Liberatore at the helm of Le Bistrot restaurant. The restaurant occupies the splendid Sala Moresca in winter and moves poolside once the weather warms up. Indulge in a magnificent breakfast spread featuring a vast choice of cheeses, meats, eggs to order, salads and grilled vegetables, and an endless selection of breads, homemade cakes, and pastries. The hotel's restaurant also serves Italian cuisine and dishes and wines from Tuscany. Led by dynamic General Manager Simone Giorgi, Villa Cora's dedicated staff will go the extra mile to keep guests happy, ensuring a memorable stay. On offer are weekly champagne and pizza evenings, as well as ‘Club Nights' dedicated to club sandwiches and cocktails.