Location. The opulent Boscolo Hotel Astoria resides in the baroque Palazzo Gaddi, within the historic center of Florence, Italy. Within three blocks are the San Lorenzo Church, Duomo Cathedral and shopping on Via Tornabuoni.
Hotel Features. Marble floors, vaulted ceilings, sparkling chandeliers and silk-covered lounges create inviting ambience in the hotel lobby. Culinary flair awaits at the Palazzo Gaddi Restaurant, where Mediterranean dishes are sure to please palates. Candlelit garden dining is available seasonally. Tuscan- winemaking is honored at Agora Wine Bar. Drinks and social gatherings occur at Arrighetti Lounge amidst 15th century frescoes and rustic Florentine medallions. Florentine Baroque-style conference facilities can accommodate up to 110 guests.

Guestrooms. Period furnishings and decorative frescoes grace each Renaissance-style guestroom. Select rooms views of the city from private terraces. Bathrooms feature marble or terracotta accents and include makeup mirrors and Etro toiletries.

Expert Tip. The hotel occupies the Palazzo Gaddi, one of the city's finest residences and sojourn of famed poet, John Milton. It is believed that the gardens in particular inspired him, and it was in the Milton Room where he penned "Paradise Lost."

Room Types:

Double Classic:   One king bed. Desk. Cable/satellite TV. Minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe.

Double DeLuxe:   One king bed. Desk. Cable/satellite TV. Minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe.

Double Superior:   One king bed. Desk. Cable/satellite TV. Minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe.

Driving Directions:
From Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 10 kilometers.

Follow signs for the Santa Maria Novella train station.
Enter the Piazza Dell Unita Italiana
Turn left onto Via Del Melarancio.
Turn right onto Via Del Giglio.