Helvetia & Bristol

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Helvetia & Bristol

Name: Helvetia & Bristol
Address: Via Dei Pescioni 2, Florence, italy
Telephone: 0204 505 9777
Rating: 4.6

florence, italy

About Helvetia & Bristol

location

This luxurious city hotel is located in the historic centre of Florence. The Duomo is just 3 minutes on foot from the hotel. The direct vicinity offers a variety of shopping facilities, restaurants, bars, nightclubs and also links to the public transport network.

facility

The hotel was built in 1890. 23 suites, 9 single rooms and 35 double rooms are located on 5 storeys and can be reached by lift. English- and French-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. There are a number of shops as well. Additional amenities include a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, 24-hour room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests who wish to explore the surrounding area by bike will appreciate the bicycle hire service. Bicycle storage is also available. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

rooms

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Guests can take advantage of the nightly turndown service. Cleaning on departure is among the services offered. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub and a bidet. A hairdryer and a telephone are available for daily use. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

sport

The indoor and outdoor pools are ideal for exercise as well as relaxation. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. For those who wish to stay active while on holiday, the hotel offers cycling/mountain biking. After an eventful day, guests can work out and recharge in the gym. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam and massage treatments. Parents can unwind while the kids can participate in an entertainment programme full of fun activities.

meals

Various dining options are available, including a café, a bar and a pub. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Half board is offered as a catering option. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals, vegetarian dishes and children's meals can be prepared on request. The hotel also offers special catering options.

Amenities at Helvetia & Bristol

Facilities (16)

Air conditioningLobby24-hour receptionCurrency ExchangeShopsConference RoomRoom ServiceLaundry ServiceBicycle HireElevator/ LiftIroning servicesLaundryNewspaperParkingSmoking roomsWifi

Beauty and Spa (3)

MassageSpaSteam and Sauna

Business Center and Conferences (1)

Business Center

Family and Kids (1)

Childcare service

General Services (7)

ConciergeDoctor on callLuggage storageMultilingual StaffPool/ Beach towelsWake-up Call / ServiceWheelchair

Hotel Type (1)

Family-friendly Hotel

Hygiene (5)

Contactless check-in/-outProtective equipment for employeesProtective equipment for guestsGym/ Fitness centreFirst-aid services

Meals (5)

Breakfast BuffetBreakfast ServedContinental BreakfastBarRestaurant

Object Information (1)

Fax

Room Facilities (11)

ShowerBathtubHairdryerMinibarTVBathrobesClosetFireplaceRoom serviceSlippersToiletries

Security (2)

Fire extinguishersSecurity Guard

Sport/Entertainment (5)

Indoor PoolSwimming PoolSaunaGymEvents

Location

Firenze, Florence, Italy

Via Dei Pescioni 2

What's nearby

Public Transport100m
Shopping opportunities100m
Bars / Pubs100m
Nightclub200m
Restaurants300m

Check-in from 3:00 PM · Check-out by 12:00 PM

Firenze, Florence, Italy

Via Dei Pescioni 2

What's nearby

Public Transport100m
Shopping opportunities100m
Bars / Pubs100m
Nightclub200m
Restaurants300m

Check-in from 3:00 PM · Check-out by 12:00 PM

User Rating & Reviews

4.6

Excellent

532 reviews

Value
Rooms
Cleanliness
Service

Excellent407
Very Good73
Average27
Poor10
Terrible15

Recent Reviews: 532

User: Curious726885
Trip type: Family
Amazing services and super pleasant staff.
Amazing wonderful hotel. Services are top notch. Robes and slippers. Nightly turn down service. Bottled water complimentary. Full buffet breakfast included. Concierge, Front desk folks, morning breakfast staff, housekeeping…all friendly. Helpful. Super pleasant. Genevieve from housekeeping is especially amazing! Helvetia Bristol, Servizi per gli ospiti/front office at Helvetia & Bristol Fir… Amazing wonderful hotel. Services are top notch. Robes and slippers. Nightly turn down service. Bottled water complimentary. Full buffet breakfast included. Concierge, Front desk folks, morning breakfast staff, housekeeping…all friendly. Helpful. Super pleasan…
User: FLBlueroad
Trip type: Family
PHENOMENAL
Exceptional, beautiful hotel, located in the heart of the city. I cannot say enough about the rooms, service and experience. We have traveled extensively and this will go down as one of the best hotels we have stayed at. PHENOMENAL. Helvetia Bristol, Servizi per gli ospiti/front office at Helvetia & Bristol Firenze - Starhotels Collezione, responded to this review Dear Guest,Thank you ver… Exceptional, beautiful hotel, located in the heart of the city. I cannot say enough about the rooms, service and experience. We have traveled extensively and this will go down as one of the best hotels we have stayed at. PHENOMENAL. Helvetia Bristol, Serviz…
User: jpbandsvk
Trip type: Couples
Saddened and then Angered at check out.
My overall experience at the hotel was exceptional and I was impressed by the level of service. Unfortunately, the positive impression was significantly diminished at checkout.When I was presented with the itemized invoice for my approval, I was surprised to see a €200 staff gratuity added as the final line item. I found this particularly unexpected given the traditional approach to tipping in Ita… My overall experience at the hotel was exceptional and I was impressed by the level of service. Unfortunately, the positive impression was significantly diminished at checkout.When I was presented with the itemized invoice for my approval, I was surprised to s…
User: Michael M
Trip type: Couples
The hotel made our visit to Florence a wonderful experience
A wonderful hotel in the centre of Florence.Everyone was friendly , welcoming and efficient.We were travelling with our two dogs and when we arrived in the room, two dog beds were ready with snacks, complimentary fold up dog bowls , pooh bags and all.For us humans there were complimentary chocolates, a well filled fridge and snack bar.The room was spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean.We high… A wonderful hotel in the centre of Florence.Everyone was friendly , welcoming and efficient.We were travelling with our two dogs and when we arrived in the room, two dog beds were ready with snacks, complimentary fold up dog bowls , pooh bags and all.For us hu…
User: lorenzodicrofti
Trip type: Business
Disappointing and Embarrassing Checkout Experience at Helvetia & Bristol
Dear Management of Helvetia & Bristol and Starhotels,I am writing this message as a long-standing guest of Helvetia & Bristol in Florence.My wife and I stay at your hotel several times a year and have always appreciated the location, the friendliness of your staff, and the quality of the food. The people working at the hotel have always been professional, welcoming, and helpful.However, du… Dear Management of Helvetia & Bristol and Starhotels,I am writing this message as a long-standing guest of Helvetia & Bristol in Florence.My wife and I stay at your hotel several times a year and have always appreciated the location, the friendliness o…

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