Hotel La Gemma, opening in April 2023, a concept hotel and Florence’s hottest new 5-star, charmingly captures the essence of Florence’s unique elegance and distinctive sense of timeless sophistication.
A luxurious home with first class services and 5-star amenities in the heart of Florence
The inspiring concept hotel is located within Palazzo Paoletti on the famous via Calimala, close to the city’s most iconic landmarks and stylish shopping streets. An oasis of serenity in the heart of Florence’s vibrant city centre, the new 5-star is moments from Piazza della Repubblica, the Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral and elegant Via de’ Tornabuoni. The perfect destination for travellers interested in the arts, fashion, design, architecture, and contemporary Florentine culture, this design-led hotel created and masterminded by the Cecchi family is a charismatic Florentine experience where guests feel they are being hosted in a luxurious home, yet with first class services and 5-star amenities.
Rooms with private terraces and family Prestige Suites
Hotel La Gemma’s interior reflects the innate splendour of Florence’s famous Cathedral featuring a palette of vibrant greens, powder pinks, and gentle ivories alongside bold geometric patterns, opulent marbles, sumptuous textiles and elegant furnishings. Located over five floors the accommodation includes a selection of rooms and suites with several featuring private terraces overlooking the city. Rooms and suites are impeccable and the impressive Prestige Suites are perfect for family vacations and include a sofa-bed, open-plan kitchen and living space.
The Luca’s restaurant is helmed by Chef Lorenzo De Vivo Martini
At the heart of Hotel La Gemma is Luca’s restaurant and lounge, inspired by the Art Deco era. Gentle arches divide the room into comfortable dining areas, while the panelled walls, open wine cellar and handcrafted bookcases add warmth, character, and charm. The concept of Luca’s gourmet menu has been created by talented chef Lorenzo De Vivo Martini, one of Tuscany’s most inspiring culinary talents. Honouring the classic traditions of Florentine cuisine yet reinterpreting these with a strong, contemporary vision, Lorenzo’s style of cooking is both authentic and innovative and celebrates locally sourced Tuscan ingredients and the much-loved Florentine street-food, giving classic dishes a modern twist.
The Allure spa offers bespoke treatments
The sophisticated sub-terranean Allure spa offers guests the ultimate setting for total escapism. Therapists use Biologique Recherche for the quality bespoke treatments in a serene space that features a boutique wellness area, a Turkish bath hydro-massage, ice shower and two therapy rooms. For information: the Hotel La Gemma website is coming soon
