Next to Via Tornabuoni, an antique aristocratic building in the heart of Florence, covered with splendid frescoes and enriched with antiques, silks, brocades and contemporary works of great artists, is opening for elite hospitality. This is Residenza del Moro, a luxurious epoch residence where sumptuous elegance, top quality comforts and impeccable services, are the demonstration of an exclusive concept of hospitality.

In the heart of Florence, on Via del Moro, one of the oldest streets, Residenza del Moro enjoys a privileged position among the 5 star hotels and luxurious residences in Florence, ideal for conveniently seeing the city on foot. A short walk leads to the most famous museums and sights of the city: Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence's Duomo, with Brunelleschi's splendid dome, Campanile by Giotto and the Baptistery are 5 minutes away, Galleria degli Uffizi, one of the most important art collections in the world, which contains countless masterpieces of Italian Renaissance artists (Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo etc.), but also German and Flemish artists (Dürer, Rembrandt, Rubens etc.), is 10 minutes away, as are Piazza della Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio and the picturesque Ponte Vecchio. Borgo San Lorenzo, cherished by the Medici family, is home to the Basilica with the Cappelle Medicee and the magnificent Sagrestia Nuova, by Michelangelo, and the Laurentian Library, can be reached in less than 10 minutes.

But the immediate surroundings of Residenza del Moro are filled with art and charm: within 200 meters is the Church of Santa Maria Novella, overlooking the square of the same name with its lovely facade by Alberti, architect also of the Tempietto del Santo Sepolcro, the precious gem in the Cappella Rucellai in the Church of San Pancrazio on Via della Spada, now deconsacrated and dedicated to a museum of the sculptor Marino Marini's works.

Suspended in time, between Renaissance, Baroque, Enlightenment and Romantic memories, present today among contemporary works of art, the rooms in Residenza del Moro are a unique representation of Florence organized in an itinerary of five centuries of art and culture.

Extremely elegant and tasteful, they are enhanced by cutting edge comforts and technologies and a faultless service of a superior level among the 5 star hotels and luxury facilities in Florence. The Residenza del Moro is located in the rooms of the piano nobile of Palazzo Niccolini - Bourbon, redefined by a careful restoration which enhanced the original forms and decorations. The first mention of the building dates back to the 16th century when the wealthy Da Sommaia merchants bought various homes on Via del Moro to transform them into a single large residence.

At the beginning of the 18th century the building became the property of the noble Marquis Bourbon of Monte di Santa Maria, who put up the family coat of arms which still exists on the corner of the building at Via Fossi and Via della Spada. Marquis Lorenzo Niccolini purchased it in 1863 and carried out extensive renovation which continued for many years and even in subsequent decades, under later owners. The current appearance of the building reflects the grandiose architecture, with the original 16th century facade, a splendid 15th century garden and beautiful 17th century staircase. Like in a collection of artwork, all of the original frescoes, stucco work and furniture, from the 15th and 19th centuries, create an artistic itinerary which highlights the rooms and suites of the Residenza and are a unique exclusive privilege of its guests.

The common areas of the hotel such as the library, reception, & garden, a Wi-Fi system is available. On the ground floor there is a fitness center.

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STARTERS:

Selections of local cured meats served with canapes                                             11 E

Courgette fritters served with courgette flowers and mussels                              12 E

Home made ravioli stuffed with Ricotta cheese and black cabbage                    12 E

Red chicory risotto served with Chianti sauce                                                      15 E

Dumplings made of Cetica potato served with Dory ragout with Bottarga       15 E

MAIN COURSE:

Stewed veal shank slice served with broccoli                                                      18 E

Beef tartare served with marello artichoke salad with sliced parmesan         19 E

Turbot fillet wrapped in aromatised bread crust w/pink chick peas                19 E

Aubergine and buffalo mozzarella mille-feuille served w/cream of saffron  14 E

Assorted cheeses served with mustard and glass of sweet wine                       16 E

DESSERT:

House Tiramisu                                                                                                   7 E

Rice tart served wtih lemon custard                                                                   7 E

Creme brulee                                                                                                       7 E

Cantucci (almond biscuits) served with Vin Santo ice cream                          7 E

Hot pie of Valrhona pure chocolate served with custard                                 7 E

Rates for 2008

Double Classic                     490 E

Double Standard                 550 E

Double Grand Deluxe         850 E

Junior Suite                          630 E

Junior Suite Deluxe             980 E

Junior Suite Excellence        1250 E

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite    1130 E

Prestige One Bedroom Suite  1450 E

Suite Maxima                         1550 E

One Bedroom Apartment         700 E

Rates include service.  VAT is 10% and NOT included.

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For more information or to schedule your stay please contact:

Small & Elegant Hotels, International
9425 Whispering Sands
West Olive, MI 49460 - USA
TEL: (616) 844-6000 / FAX: (616) 844-6042
E-Mail: res@smallandeleganthotels.com

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