An enchanted city sanctuary in the midst of Florence, where an art-filled Renaissance palazzo and conventino frame a centuries-old private park. Relax amidst original frescoes and sculptured reliefs, graced by sunlight and airy garden vistas. Sip espresso under majestic trees, lounge by the open-air pool or bask in Italian spa secrets. Wonders of the Uffizi and Duomo are a stroll away. Tuscan hill towns beckon. * Il Palagio Located on the ground floor of the Palazzo della Gherardesca, Il Palagio features vaulted ceilings, elegant décor and lovely views of the inner gardens. Large French doors open to a terrace that offers al fresco dining during clement weather. A seasonal menu features regional cuisine prepared with a contemporary twist, accompanied by exceptional Italian wines. * La Magnolia On the ground floor of the Conventino, La Magnolia offers an intimate venue that serves breakfast for guests staying in this section of the Hotel. As in Il Palagio, the delectable à la carte menu is wide-ranging, from freshly baked pastries to egg specialties, smoked fish and cold meats. * Al Fresco Set in the beautiful Giardino della Gherardesca, adjacent to the swimming pool and spa, Al Fresco enjoys an enviable location under a majestic tree that offers shade during hot summer days. It's the perfect place for relaxed dining, refreshing drinks and ice cream. * Atrium Bar Beneath a skylight in the Palazzo della Gherardesca, the Atrium Bar offers an elegant setting for guests to enjoy light meals, coffee specialties, cocktails throughout the day and scrumptious afternoon teas. As the primary spot for people to meet in the Hotel, the Atrium Bar is the place to see and be seen in Florence. In the evenings, live piano music adds a soothing tone. * The fully equipped fitness centre features the latest in workout technology. Certified trainers are on hand to help guests get the most out of their workout. * With lovely views of the garden, the attractively landscaped pool lawn offers a calm oasis away from the bustle of the city. Guests may use the pool for laps or recreational swimming, relax in the adjacent whirlpool, or unwind on a chaise longue. Drinks are served on the open-air pool deck. For added convenience, the pool is equipped with telephones and wireless Internet access. * The only hotel in the heart of Florence with an on-site spa, Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is pleased to offer an exceptional experience for the mind, body and spirit – an oasis of calm in the heart of the city. The expansive 791-square-metre (8,511-square-foot) Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze offers a wide range of inspiring treatments in ten luxuriously appointed treatment rooms, including one double room and one double VIP suite. In between treatments, guests have full access to relaxation lounges and the outdoor pool and whirlpools to further enhance their spa experience. All the Spa's offerings, including manicure and pedicure treatments, have been carefully designed to promote a sense of pampering and wellness. The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is the only spa in the world to use the products from Officina Profumo – Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella. One of the world's oldest pharmacies, it continues to use natural ingredients and follow the traditional recipes of monks from the 13th century. * Four Seasons Hotel Firenze offers 116 sun-filled guest rooms and suites – no two alike – located in both the Palazzo della Gherardesca and the Conventino. Reflecting their rich architectural history, many suites feature original frescoes, friezes and hand-painted sculptured reliefs – blending Renaissance artistry with high-tech comfort. * Designed to feel welcoming and comfortably residential, the accommodations are bright and airy, warmed by a melange of warm Tuscan yellows and greens. Picturesque views encompass the neighbouring streets, the surrounding palazzos and gardens, and the Hotel’s own central Giardino della Gherardesca. * Each accommodation is equipped with a flat-screen satellite television, CD and DVD player, built-in safe large enough to accommodate a laptop computer, high-speed wired and wireless Internet access, clock radio with iPod docking station, two direct-dial, multi-line telephones with voice mail, and a fully stocked private bar. * Ensuite marble bathrooms feature a European soaking tub, a separate glass-enclosed shower, a bidet, thick terry robes, a large vanity, a WC with telephone in a separate alcove, a hair dryer and fine toiletries. Four Seasons Firenze is located in the heart of Florence. Feel Florence and the beauty... Cathedral (The Duomo) Santa Maria del Fiore -15 minutes walk Cimitero degli Inglesi Within minutes walk Dominican Basilica of Santa Maria Novella-25 minutes walk Medici Chapels and Basilica of San Lorenzo -20 minutes walk Ospedale Degli Innocenti -10 minutes walk Piazzale Michelangelo -10 minutes drive Ponte Vecchio -20 minutes walk Santa Croce Church -10 minutes walk Santo Spirito -10 minutes drive The Basilica of San Miniato al Monte -10 minutes drive The Basilica of Santissima Annunziata -10 minutes walk The Boboli Garden (Giardino di Boboli) -10 minutes drive