An age-old palace from the 1700's, with frescos on the ceilings, high quality comfort and professional staff at your service. Luxury and refinement in the heart of Florence, between Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo.
At the beginning of the 1700's Marquis Baldinucci, treasurer to the Pope, had a magnificent palace constructed with two imposing granite columns at the entrance which the Marquis brought from Rome.
Today, Ciofi-Jacometti Palace has returned to its age-old splendour: the recent restoration work was realized while fully respecting the original architectural elements of the building, recovering the precious fabric, the period furniture and the original frescos dating back to the XVIII century.
The result is a unique atmosphere, remaining intact over the centuries in which tradition and modernity live perfectly side by side. In this splendid setting, our guests will be surrounded by the full attention of our professional staff, to make your stay at Relais Santa Croce truly unforgettable.
On entering the hotel, our guests will be welcomed into a refined lounge on the noble floor, which is found beside the charming Music Room. In this room, protected by moving walls as in the past, there is a small stage which is still used today for musical aperitifs or other entertainment shows.
Luxury and refinement are the predominant features in each atmosphere of the palace, from spacious columns to the splendid bedrooms, culminating in the Royal Suites.
The interior of the building is in perfect harmony with the exclusive position of this prestigious hotel in Florence: In the very central Via Ghibellina, among Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore), a few minutes from the Uffizi Gallery and from Ponte Vecchio.
Simple, tasty dishes, genuine seasonal ingredients: all the authentic flavours of this splendid land, prepared to perfection by the chef in our restaurant.
In a refined, tranquil atmosphere, you can discover and taste the famous Tuscan specialties: age-old recipes that require time, experience and passion, but above all, the highest quality materials. Just like the fresh ones we buy daily from the historic Sant Ambrogio Market, choosing each ingredient one by one, to guarantee a perfect final result and to offer your palate indescribable pleasure. From the many varieties of vegetables in the Tuscan kitchen to the esteemed meat from Chianina cows, necessary for the famous "Fiorentina" steak.