Discover DIMORA PALANCA, 5 Star Hotel in Florence Celebrating Italian Culture and Lifestyle

This impressive property, a smart combination of classic architecture and contemporary design, has been home to famous artists and travelers since the 1800s.

Dimora Palanca is flanked by elegant villas dating from the nineteenth century and is located in one of the city’s most prestigious areas. Many of Florence’s major landmarks, such as the Basilica Santa Maria Novella, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and the Galleria dell’Accademia, are just a short walk from the hotel. The Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Palazzo Pitti, and Piazzale di Michelangelo can be found a little further afield.

Following a careful yet thorough renovation, this striking Florentine villa has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind art-inspired hotel. Dimora Palanca’s concept is to celebrate Florence’s inherent connection to the arts through five-star hospitality. Historic frescoes, original stuccoes, and a collection of contemporary art by Florentine artist Paolo Dovichi can be found throughout this exciting new hotel. The interiors are luxurious and flawlessly finished, with eye-catching examples of modern lighting, sculpture, and art.

The concept for Paolo’s main collection is a modern interpretation using shiny yet invisible plexiglass plates. On display between the plexiglass plates are pieces of fabrics such as Italian velvets, silks and linen, which create abstract and minimal landscapes. These soft and enveloping shapes depict the colours of earth, water, fire and of the air.

Perfect for Exploring

Dimora Palanca is just a few minutes’ walk from Santa Maria Novella train station and is ideal for those who want to explore the city on foot. The villa is a peaceful haven in the heart of the city, where guests can unwind in the beautiful walled garden and sample gourmet cuisine at the chic “Mimesi” restaurant and alfresco bistro.

Rooms and Suites Ready to Welcome you

Dimora Palanca, with 18 spacious rooms and suites to choose from, is a first-rate choice for visitors seeking a vibrant blend of history, heritage, art, and culture in the heart of Italy’s most famous Renaissance city, Florence. The lighting throughout Dimora Palanca makes a bold and refreshing statement. Natural daylight floods through the noble windows while at night oversized statement lamps create atmosphere and add sculptural elements to the interior.

The original villa houses a variety of rooms and suites, each exquisitely furnished and decorated to the highest standards. With high ceilings and natural wood floors, the accommodations are spacious, light, and airy. Many rooms have breathtaking views of Florence’s medieval center and its famous Duomo.

Create Moments of Leisure and Fine Dining

Guests can enjoy time in the effortless chic library, spacious lounge, sophisticated bar, morning room and the games room. The hotel also features a beautifully subterranean restaurant “Mimesi” located in the villas original 18th century kitchen and features an impressive wine cellar.

The hotel’s fine dining restaurant, Restaurant Mimesi, is located in the villa’s original kitchen and offers sophisticated dining under the direction of innovative head chef Giovanni Cerroni and his team. Cerroni has collaborated with some of Italy’s most renowned Michelin-starred chefs, most recently in Puglia, Tuscany, and the Mugaritz in San Sebastian. Now he brings his great passion and skills to Mimesi, the gastronomic soul of Dimora Palanca. The menu at Mimesi has been designed to convey a quintessentially Mediterranean style of fine dining. Celebrating local and seasonal ingredients infused with flavors discovered by Cerroni while working around the world.

Escape to their Secret Garden

Set between the 18th century villa and the original orangery is Dimora Palanca’s private courtyard garden. A stunning example of contemporary garden design, the courtyard provides a tranquil setting for enjoying pre-dinner drinks, a light lunch or simply relaxing with a morning coffee.

The garden is a sensory delight, with the perfume of climbing jasmine filling the air and a manicured lawn and stone beds filled with beautiful displays of seasonal flowers. A spacious paved terrace in the garden’s center is ideal for intimate gatherings of friends and loved ones.

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