Description
Belmond villa san michele is nestled on a hilltop in the italian village of fiesole - only short 15 minute drive from florence. Fiesole is known for its relative calm compared to the busier and more crowded city below. Perched on the hillside above florence - the villa offers stunning views and refreshing breezes. Once nurtured by franciscan monks - the immaculate gardens include a large wooded park and terraced lawns. belmond villa san michele features a facade that was designed by michelangelo. The original renaissance-era buildings have been restored to offer 45 luxury accommodations that are now located in the main monastery and throughout the surrounding gardens and grounds. Recreational facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool - a fitness center plus indoor and al fresco dining. The hotels famous cooking school offers hands-on lessons with the chef. Several services are available 24 hours - including room service - front desk services - business services and concierge. The hotel also has a childrens program and three meeting rooms that are ideal for small to medium size meetings. rooms feature panoramic views of florence and the arno river valley below and/or views of the villas lush gardens or tranquil courtyards. All guest accommodations include complimentary american buffet breakfast - complimentary cabled and wireless internet access - a widescreen hdtv - cd and dvd players - 110v-220v dual voltage - mini-bar - safe and climate control. Additional features available in some rooms or suites include original 17th century furniture - antiques and historical art. -web url belmond/villa-san-michele-florence/ -e-mail rsv.vsm at belmond 20 rooms 25 suites built- 1400 2 floors 6 wingsDirections
from flr - florence airport - Follow the florence exit marked firenze sud. Continue to follow the signs for viali di circonvallazione and then the signs for fiesole. As you ascend the hill towards fiesole - belmond villa san michele is on the right hand side of the road. - from psa - pisa international airport - Follow the autostrada a1 and take the florence exit marked firenze sud. Follow the signs for viali di circonvallazione and then the signs for fiesole. As you ascend the hill towards fiesole - belmond villa san michele is on the right hand side of the road. - from blq - bologna airport - Follow the autostrada a1 and take the florence exit marked firenze sud. Follow the signs for viali di circonvallazione and then the signs for fiesole. As you ascend the hill towards fiesole - belmond villa san michele is on the right hand side of the road.Recreation
Recreation options at belmond villa san michele include an outdoor freshwater swimming pool and a small gymnasium - both with panoramic views of the town and the river valley below. For the more adventurous - mountain bikes are available for trips to fiesole or florence - where cyclists will find excellent pedestrian areas and cycle tracks. Opportunities also include local golf clubs with championship quality courses - horse riding through the tuscan countryside and nearby tennis courts. - recreation at the hotel - Swimming pool an outdoor freshwater heated swimming pool enjoys an incredible panoramic view across the hotel gardens - the city of florence and the arno river valley below. The pool is situated on a wide grassy plateau and is enhanced by cascading waters. The shade of the olive trees protects lounging swimmers from the full force of the summer sun. The pool snack bar serves tasty lunches and snacks. - outdoor heated freshwater pool - pool size 25 meters x 2 meters - depth at deepest/shallowest points - 2.2m/1.4m - lifeguard on duty during all open hours - pool hours 0900-1900 daily year-round - pool restaurant and bar/lounge are nearby - lounge chairs/poolside services available Exercise room belmond villa san michele offers on-site exercise facilities and changing rooms. All equipment in the gym faces the window featuring panoramic views of the nearby city of florence and arno river valley. Changing facilities include showers - wc - hair dryers - towels and basins. Massages can be arranged in the rooms and masseurs are available upon request through the hotel concierge.SafetyInfo
Guestroom safety features - - audible smoke alarms - balcony accessible from some adjoining rooms - carbon monoxide detectors - emergency evacuation plan/instructions in room - emergency exit maps - fire detectors - fire resistant guestroom doors - fire sprinklers - room access - interior and exterior - smoke alarms/smoke detectors Public area safety features - - alarms continuously monitored - all exits open 24 hours - audible smoke alarms in hallways/public areas - basic medical equipment on site - carbon monoxide detectors - distance to nearest police station - 1 km - doctor on call 24 hours - emergency back-up power generators - emergency evacuation drills - emergency exits for each floor - emergency instructions posted in public areas - emergency lighting - emergency response time - immediate - exit signs lit - exterior doors except lobby - key access at night - fire detectors in hallways/public areas - fire extinguishers in hallways/public areas - fire resistant hall room doors - fire safety system has automatic back-up - fire sprinklers in hallways/public areas - hotel meets local/national fire safety requirements - medical facilities on property - multiple exits for each floor - private security available - safety/security facilities meet national regulations - security staff on site overnight - smoke detectors in hallways/public areas - uniformed security staff on site - ventilated stairwells - video surveillance of front entrance/hallways - video surveillance of parking/public areas - video surveillance monitored/recorded 24 hours - visual strobe alarms in hallways/public areas - water purification system in use - well-lit walkwaysFood & Drink
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