Location. The Park Hotel Ripaverde is located on the edge of the Tuscan town of Borgo San Lorenzo, Italy, 500 metres from the town centre and four kilometres from Mugello Racing Circuit.
Hotel Features. Set amid well-tended gardens, Park Hotel Ripaverde is a modern four-storey property, accessible by lift. Amenities include a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre with sauna and spa tub, and wireless Internet access. Currency exchange is available at the 24-hour front desk where an express check-in/check-out service is in operation, and multilingual staff can assist with travel and tourist arrangements. Porters can help with luggage, and complimentary parking is provided.

Seasonal menus at R istorante L'O di Giotto feature fresh seafood and typical Tuscan dishes complimented by an extensive selection of Italian wines. Decor is bright, with white table linen, and drinks are available in the intimate atmosphere of the hotel bar and at the poolside bar. Room service is offered during opening hours, and a complimentary breakfast is offered each morning.

Business amenities include conference rooms and secretarial, business, and translation services.

Recreational activ ities offered in the vicinity include tennis, golf, horse riding, and a range of water sports. Bicycles and scooters can be hired nearby.

Guestrooms. The 57 air-conditioned guestrooms have bright decor with floral fabrics, wood floors, and modern wood and upholstered furniture. All offer satellite television, direct-dial telephones, wireless Internet access, safes, and minibars. Hair dryers, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries are also provided.

Expert Tip. Beside the town hall is an unusual monument to a dog named Fido, who was accustomed to meeting his master at the bus stop each day after work. When his master was killed during bombing in 1943, Fido continued his daily appointment for the next 14 years. In 1957, the mayor recognised Fido's unswerving

Room Types:

Double as Single Use:   One double bed. Modern decor with richly patterned fabrics. Air conditioning, wireless Internet, satellite television with pay movies, hair dryer, minibar, and safe.

Double Room:   One double or two twin beds. Modern decor with richly patterned fabrics. Air conditioning, wireless Internet, satellite television with pay movies, hair dryer, minibar, and safe.

Driving Directions:
From Florence Vespucci Airport (FLR):
Distance to Park Hotel Ripaverde is 35 kilometres, approximately 35 minutes' drive.

Getting there. Taxis into the city centre cost approximately 15-16 EUR, and the journey time is 15 minutes. An airport bus departs for Florence's Santa Maria Novella Station every 30 minutes. Single tickets cost 6 EUR. Trains and buses run to Borgo San Lorenzo. Prices are all subject to change.

Getting around. Borgo San Lorenzo is compact and easily explored on foot. A car may be useful for exploring further afield.