In the homonymous district of San Niccolò, the historic Oltrarno area where Monicelli set his masterpiece film “Amici Miei”, Palazzo San Niccolò, boasting an important history and a cozy secret garden, is an oasis of peace in the heart of Florence.
Just a stone’s throw from Ponte Vecchio, the charming San Niccolò district has retained its medieval charm, amid historic palazzos, art ateliers and some of the most famous perfume shops in Florence. A labyrinth of alleyways where, among dozens of typical bars and restaurants, lays the 14th-century Palazzo of the same name, a former monastery converted into a beautiful hotel.
Right in Piazza Demidoff, there is also the famous bar Necchi, now renamed bar Negroni, where the director Mario Monicelli set the 1975 film “Amici miei”, a masterpiece of Italian comedy that has turned this area into a lifestyle icon.
A timeless place where every moment becomes an eternal memory.
With its cosy rooms, furnished in a refined style that matches the history of the place, and a large lounge room on the ground floor overlooking the green courtyard, Palazzo San Niccolò is a boutique retreat in the heart of the most authentic Florence, just perfect for a relaxing holiday or to organize a magical event.
In the private garden, enclosed in the inner courtyard, centuries-old plants and a dance floor from the 1930s have been recovered, a legacy of a time when here there was a recreational club frequented by the Florentine elites.
Today, Palazzo San Niccolò offers 24 rooms and flats perfect for an unforgettable stay in the heart of the city that, with their names, pay homage to the great families that made its history.
The interiors, restored while preserving the building’s historical charm, are characterized by a 1950s style that makes them extremely welcoming and original. The ground floor lounge, connected to the green courtyard, is a dreamy location to relax or organize an exclusive event.
Among the medieval grand stone staircases, corridors, and arches, guests can breathe in the history of the city and immerse themselves in the off-the-beaten-track cinematographic charm of Florence.
On the ground floor, under the high vaulted ceilings of an old carpenter’s workshop, Floret Artisanal Kitchen Bar, an iconic name in the Florentine dining scene after the success of the Terrazza LUISAVIAROMA, has also found its second home. Here, until 4 p.m., it is possible to enjoy breakfast and lunch with organic products.
The Secret
The walls of the palace hold traces of a medieval village, once active on the edge of the city. In the courtyard, a medieval street is still discernible. A precious historical detail that further enriches the history of Palazzo San Niccolò and its neighborhood.
Useful Info
Palazzo San Niccoló
Via San Niccolò 81
50125 Firenze
Tel. +39 02 94755492
Rooms and flats: from 190 to 450 euro, breakfast included
