Reserve Discount hotels in Florence, Italy. Use our unique booking engine to search thousands of sources to find the best deal. The Grand Hotel Minerva is a deluxe hotel situated on the Piazza Santa Maria Novella, the heart of historic Florence, and only a short walk to the Duomo. Guests arriving by rail will find the hotel pleasantly convenient to the railway station. The Grand Hotel Minerva sits adjacent to one of the most renowned and ancient churches in the Florence, as well as being so very convenient to the city's myriad attractions. This hotel offers a full range of comforts and amenities, which make it an excellent choice during a visit to Florence. The hotel features a complimentary breakfast, and an elegant restaurant overlooking the inner garden. The restaurant opens out onto the square from April to October. Each pleasantly decorated guest room include: air conditioning, remote control satellite TV, mini bar, direct dial telephone with data port connections, alarm clock radio, shower massage, coffee/tea maker, bathrobes, and hair dryer. These rooms will have a view of the square, the cloisters of the adjacent church or of the courtyard. The fifth floor terrace with spectacular views of the city, as well as a seasonal swimming pool, solarium, bar, and catering service. The swimming pool is open from June to September. The Grand Hotel Minerva is convenient to fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues