You are transported to old world Italy, the way people liked to have been treated long ago. The front desk and various service people are all from one family or have been working there forever and they are helpful, charming, and sweet. The room was very average but we did not spend much time in the room. The terrace with... More

Our Italy consultant, Linda Vogan of T'Amo Italia, booked all our hotels in Italy. And this one was another charmer! Beautiful location in the hills of Fiesole overlooking Florence. Quiet, serene, wonderful rooms, gorgeous views, great food, great service. The bus is an uphill walk (and I do mean uphill) but a 15-20 ride to downtown Florence. We enjoyed our... More

I have lived in florence for over 6 years and my wife and I have been here many times for aperi-cena (mix between hors d'oeuvres and dinner) or for a special organized lunch, and all visits left the same imprssions: that the food was first class, the staff was genuinely interested in their guests' experiences, and the view/ambiance was icing... More

My wife raved so much about this place when she came back from staying here last year that it seemed a must return for her or I was in trouble. She worried I might find it dated or too quiet but she should have had no fears. From the moment I contacted them initially to book till the time we... More

Our stay at Pensione Bencista was many years ago. I wanted to refer it to friends planning a trip to Florence. Checking out Trip Advisor to see if it was still in operation. So happy to read all these great reviews. This is what you want when traveling to Italy. Rome and Florence are so noisy and congested now. I... More

We stayed at the Pensione Bencista in late September while attending a wedding. After flinging open my wood shuttered windows to a spectacular view of rolling hills, olive groves and Florence in the distance, all I kept saying was WOW! Bencista is a warm and inviting family run business. I felt like I could have just stayed and explored all... More

This is the place I dream about all year round! Imagine a wisteria -covered terrace overlooking the hills of Florence, sipping perhaps a glass of chilled Prosecco before a leisurely homemade dinner. Followed by the best night's sleep in a country house style bedroom - lovely cosy chintz and antique furnishings. Add the warm and friendly owners, the beautiful gardens... More

I am one of a group of people who stayed at the Pensione Bencista on the recommendation of the bride whose wedding we were attending in Florence. Her judgement is excellent. The Pensione is set on a hillside over looking Florence and its rustic, even rural ambience is a soothing counterpoint to the hustle and bustle of busy Florence and... More

This is a gorgeous place, very relaxed and it feels like coming home every evening after looking at the wonderful treasures of Florence. The breakfast is good and the dinner is marvellous. It is really wonderful to be in such a lovely house, in the country and not surrounded by traffic and masses of people. The dogs are very friendly... More