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 Noble and proud, the heart of Florence provides the setting for this splendid, regal establishment, which will welcome you with all the mystique of a history stretching back over a hundred years. Once through the crystal doors, time changes pace, opening up the guest's heart and the senses to an experience of sublime elegance that will linger on in the memory. The majestic style of the rooms, the dream-laden light of the Winter Garden, and its amazing culinary creations will pamper you in the most natural and sumptuous of ways.
The Helvetia & Bristol Hotel is situated in the very heart of Florence's historical centre, between Piazza della Repubblica and Via Tornabuoni, Florence's most exclusive shopping street. The Ponte Vecchio, il Duomo and Piazza della Signoria are only a few minutes walk away. |
 Historical notes
Every corner tells the tale of the Helvetia, founded as long ago as 1894 by a far-seeing Swiss family. For many magical years, the Helvetia was a key point of reference for the scions of upper-class European and especially British families visiting Italy on their Grand Tour of education and adventure. It was in honor of its Anglo-Saxon patrons that the Helvetia romantically yoked the very English name Bristol with its own. |
 From the very beginning, the Helvetia & Bristol has been an important meeting point for the cultural and historical figureheads of their time. Amongst others, we recall Enrico Fermi, Gabriele D'Annunzio, Luigi Pirandello, Eugenio Montale and Eleonora Duse who adopted the Hotel as their Florentine residence.
Throughout the years, the Helvetia & Bristol has remained the undiscussed favourite Hotel of the most prestigious international clientele, including the Danish Royal Family, Igor Strawinsky, Giorgio De Chirico and Betrand Russel. |
 In 1990 the Helvetia & Bristol underwent a careful renovation, returning it to its original timeless charm, offering its clientele elegant surroundings and refined atmosphere combined with today's modern technology. All these different aspects make the Helvetia & Bristol the perfect place for you to experience Florence. |
 Unique atmosphere
They arrive every year and always come back, never missing an opportunity. More than a home, the Helvetia & Bristol is for many a delightful ritual to be indulged in every time they come to Florence. And the same goes for many Florentines, who come to the Hostaria Bibendum just for tea. In recent years, people who always insist on excellence have also used the splendid rooms of the Helvetia & Bristol for exclusive and highly confidential business meetings. |
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