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Pensione Bencista

3.0 of 5
Via Benedetto da Maiano 4, 50014 Fiesole, Italy
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Pensione Bencista
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Glen Ellen, California
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

A friend highly recommended Pensone Bencista, for its relaxing, elegant, old-world charm, and its view of Florence in the valley below. We found it an ideal "near retreat" just a few minutes away from the throng of tourists (like us!) down in the middle of Florence. The room was charming and elegantly homy; we had a top floor view of... More

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California
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43 reviews 43 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

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

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Maryland
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

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

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Florence, Italy
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

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

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Market Harborough, United Kingdom
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122 reviews 122 reviews
52 hotel reviews
Reviews in 66 cities Reviews in 66 cities
63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

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

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travlife
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99 reviews 99 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

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

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Moose Jaw, Canada
2 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2012

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

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

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

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Saskatoon
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 28, 2012

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

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Beaverton, Oregon
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2012

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

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Pensione Bencista Fiesole, Province Of Florence, Italy
Address: Via Benedetto da Maiano 4, 50014 Fiesole, Italy
Region: Italy > Tuscany > Province of Florence > Fiesole
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#2 Family Hotels in Fiesole
#2 Business Hotels in Fiesole
#5 Romantic Hotels in Fiesole
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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