Capella Hotels and Resorts is set to make its eagerly awaited entry into Europe in 2027 by transforming a historic complex of former 12th-century convents in Florence, Italy.
Where and What
• Situated in the heart of Florence on Via San Gallo, the hotel will be within walking distance of both the Piazza della Libertà—marking the northern edge of the city’s historic center—and the iconic Duomo.
• The site has previously housed the convents of Sant'Agata, San Clemente, and Santa Lucia di Camporeggi, once home to artistic talents like Arcangela Paladini.
• The location has also served as a military hospital in its long history.
• The design is being led by prestigious Italian architectural firms RPA and De Vita & Schulze, with interiors crafted by French design house Liaigre.
• The project represents the revival of one of Florence’s most culturally significant and historic sites.
• “Capella Florence represents a natural evolution of our vision, bringing the Capella experience to a city where culture, history, and artistry are deeply ingrained in everyday life,” said Cristiano Rinaldi, President of Capella Hotel Group.
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What Capella Florence Will Comprise
• The luxury hotel will feature 89 keys, including 33 suites, 56 guestrooms, and 10 exclusive residences blending classical and modern design, each with its own private entrance.
• Guests will have access to two elegant dining venues—one dedicated to authentic Tuscan cuisine and the other to a sophisticated Japanese sushi omakase experience.
• Additional offerings include a rooftop bar, a subterranean speakeasy wine vault, and Capella’s signature Living Room social space.
• A standalone Clubhouse will house a 600-square-metre Capella Spa, complete with a hydro pool, fitness center, and wellness café.
• The property will also feature an indoor amphitheatre, paying homage to the site's 800-year legacy of cultural and artistic expression.
Following the success of its luxury hotels across Asia and the Pacific, Capella Hotels and Resorts is poised to bring its acclaimed hospitality to Europe with Capella Florence, welcoming guests beginning in 2027.
Source: NDTV