The L’Argentiere B&B Florence prides itself on its very unique location: only 5 minutes away from the centre but far from the hustle and bustle you expect from the centre of the region’s capital city. Immersed in the peace and tranquility associated with the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, guests are guaranteed to be able to relax whole heartedly at the L’Argentiere B&B. The residence is surrounded by a garden, 250 square metre open air solarium and a free private customer car park. The guesthouse complex is found at Via G Borelli 8.

The L’Argentiere guest house is close to Il Ponte Vecchio, the old bridge which leads guests over the Arno River to the historical heart of Florence. There visitors can experience the beauty produced from the cradle of the Renaissance period: il Duomo, the cathedral that Brunelleschi constructed and which has become the symbol of Florence recognised the world over; Piazza della Signoría with the Fountain of Neptune (still a functioning Roman aqueduct) and the Uffizi Gallery, one of the most famous and oldest art galleries in the world where the works of Donatello, Botticelli and Michelangelo are housed.

Strolling form the L’Argentiere B&B to the centre takes 20 minutes. However along the way guests can appreciate the beauty of the Gardens of Boboli where numerous sculptures and monuments are waiting to be seen. The Palazzo Pitti is also an important monument which is close to the hotel and contains part of the famous Medici family’s former private collection. There are also pieces by Raphael and Titian as well as many modern works of art.

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How to reach us

From the airport

Amerigo Vespucci is the name of the main airport serving Florence and from here travellers have various options to reach the centre of the city. The most expensive is by taxi which is a journey of around 20 minutes. There are trains to the central train station at Piazza Santa Maria Novella which are frequent, quick and reasonably priced. It is also possible to take a bus to Poggio Imperiale close to the L’Argentiere B&B. Take the number 11 SITA bus and get off at the third bus stop at Via Del Gelsomino. The residence is located at Via G.Borelli a small street half way up and perpendicular to Via Del Gelsomino.

From the train station

The bus number 11 passes the train station at Piazza Santa Maria Novella. Get off at Via Del Gelsomino at head towards number 8 Via G.Borelli.

By car

When travelling by car from the south take the A! Milan-Rome and exit at the Firenze Certosa toll gate. Follow the indications leading towards the centre of Florence. On exiting this toll gate head 4 km along Via Senese and keep an eye out for Via Gelsomino on your right. 100 metres up this street you will find Via G Borelli on your left.

For further information, click on the local transport authority webpage in our Useful Links section.

The other various Florentine landmarks are not too far away either. The historic centre is 5 minutes away. There you can savour the delights of the Renaissance period: il Duomo – the Cathedral with Brunelleschi’s distinctive dome; the Church of the Santa Croce; works by Donatello, Giotto, Michelangelo and Botticelli.

Separating the residence from the famous Ponte Vecchio is the Garden of Boboli, a famous park home to a distinguished collection of monuments and sculptures dating back to the sixteenth century. Also look out for some Roman antiquities which can be seen in the garden.