Villa Cora
Hotel · Bobolino ·
Opulent 19th-century palazzo with gardens, spa, fine dining
Opulent 19th-century palazzo with gardens, spa, fine dining
"Tucked a 20-minute walk away from the Oltrarno, this aristocratic 19th-century villa once hosted Eugénie de Montijo, wife of Napoleon III, and pianist Claude Debussy, and today serves as a sanctuary for travelers seeking a romantic, refined stay in opulent surroundings adorned with mirrors and gilded decor. Its splendid Italian gardens, home to over 100 varieties of roses, are the embodiment of tranquility, with stunning views of the Duomo and the Boboli Gardens completing the scene. A complimentary shuttle is on hand for guests who prefer a short ride to the city center." - Laura Rysman
"A 19th-century aristocratic property outside the city center, delivering grand aesthetics enhanced by the tranquility of a more secluded setting." - The MICHELIN Guide
"I recommend Villa Cora — very luxurious and with an international flair." - The MICHELIN Guide
"My choice for a splurge, with excellent food and cocktails—order the lamb." - Laura Rysman
"Old-world opulence is ingrained in this restored 19th-century mansion overlooking the Boboli Gardens. Built in 1868, the villa has been home to aristocrats from Napoleon III’s widow, Eugenie, to an Egyptian pasha, and the remarkable staff sustain this noble aura with warmth and professionalism. The 46 rooms and suites fill three buildings on the estate, with the most lavish on the piano nobile of the main villa. Though a chauffeured car is at guests’ disposal for the short ride to Florence’s center, you may never feel the need to leave Villa Cora. It has two terrific restaurants—the elegant gourmet Il Pasha and a luminous garden restaurant next to the heated white-stone pool—as well as two bars, one with an impressive selection of cigars, and a full-service spa with a sauna, steam room, and massive whirlpool bath." - Nicky Swallow, Erica Firpo
