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Packed with art, culture, delicious food and beautiful architecture, Florence is an inspiring spot for a city break. So pack your paintbrushes and bring a healthy appetite. In true Italian style, it’s also oh-so-chic, offering designer stores, top-notch window-shopping and world-class people-watching. 


Perched on the edge of the historic city centre, Ruby Bea's within strolling distance of Piazza del Duomo and the city's museums and galleries. Grab a coffee and go exploring…

  • A stylish, modern lounge with eclectic artwork on the walls, cozy seating areas, indoor plants, and a bar with a neon “BEA + DANTE” sign in the background, all warmly lit with a welcoming atmosphere.
  • A smiling woman with red hair plays a black acoustic guitar at a table with drinks, while another person in the foreground gestures towards her, creating a lively and joyful atmosphere.
  • A cozy room with a blue wall features a large modern abstract art piece, an acoustic guitar, bookshelves, an armchair, small chairs, a side table with a blue lamp, and green plants.
  • Overhead view of a neatly made bed with white bedding and a red stripe, flanked by two nightstands with lamps. A desk with a lamp and chair is positioned at the head of the bed, all on a light wood floor.
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  • A stylish bar with shelves stocked with bottles of liquor, wine, and glassware. Above the bar, a neon sign reads BEA + DANTE. The background features tables and chairs in a cozy, modern setting.
  • A stylish bar interior with pink cushioned stools lined along a marble counter, warm lighting, lush green plants, and cozy seating in the background with a modern, inviting atmosphere.
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  • Minimalist hotel room with a modern double bed, striped bench at the foot, circular wall art above the headboard, wooden ceiling beams, bedside lamps, and white walls and floors. A glass shower is visible on the right.
  • A cozy room with a black acoustic guitar on a stand, a wooden chair, a potted fern on a small table, and “THE NEW NOW” painted in bold letters on a white brick wall. A red curtain is partially visible on the left.
  • A bearded man with tattoos sits at a table in a modern restaurant, gesturing as he talks. There are drinks and bowls of snacks on the table, and large green plants in the background.
  • A bright, modern hotel room with a large bed, round mirrors above the headboard, a bench at the foot of the bed, a TV on a long desk, and a window letting in natural light with trees visible outside.
  • A modern hotel room features a dark wooden headboard with a built-in shelf, wall lamp, and electrical outlets. A Marshall amplifier sits on the floor below the shelf beside a neatly made bed with white linens.
  • Outdoor café patio with striped black and white umbrellas, matching cushions, and a mix of metal and wooden chairs and tables. The space is bright, airy, and surrounded by potted plants and a white building.
  • A woman in a green dress sits at an outdoor café, smiling and holding a drink. Another person in the foreground, partially visible, raises a glass for a toast. The setting is sunny with string lights and wooden tables.

Ruby Bea
Hotel & Bar

Set in a grand building overlooking a tree-lined square, Ruby Bea draws inspiration from the artists, thinkers and writers of the Italian Renaissance. In fact, Bea takes her name from Dante Alighieri's inamorata, Beatrice. Inside, classical forms meet fresh perspectives, while lots of the building’s original features have been lovingly preserved.

  • Great for: an inspiring stay in an artistic city
  • Local favourites: strolling into the city, stopping for coffee and exploring pretty gardens and piazzas on the way
  • Nearest station: Libertá Parterre tram stop
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Ruby Dante
Workspaces

On the top floor of Ruby Bea you’ll find Ruby Dante, our stylish shared workspace – complete with its own private roof terrace. 


As well as free, unlimited highspeed WiFi and a generous printing allowance, there’s bottomless barista coffee and organic tea. Set up at a desk or book meeting rooms and private offices for a day, a week, a month or more.

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Explore the neighbourhood

Perched on the edge of the historic city centre, Ruby Bea is within strolling distance of Florence’s museums, galleries and beautiful architecture. To hit the main sights, follow your nose south west to the city, down cobbled streets flanked by Neoclassical buildings and sunbaked, shuttered Tuscan homes.

Culture & cafés

The city centre is dotted with stunning churches and pretty piazzas. Pick your favourite view, then settle in to watch the world go by, caffè in hand. Piazza Della Repubblica and Piazza del Duomo are impressive spots that deserve a stop. If you’re visiting the latter, pop inside the Duomo di Firenze (Florence cathedral) and – if you’ve a head for heights – climb to the dome for a close up of the frescoes. For more heavenly art, make a beeline for the banks of the Arno and the Uffizi Gallery. Here, you’ll find Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus, along with works by da Vinci and Carravagio. Galleria dell’Accademia is another must for art-lovers, with Michelangelo’s David the main attraction. 

Restaurants 

When you’ve had your fill of culture, it’s time to try some Tuscan treats. Florence is home to myriad delicious restaurants, so just follow your nose to one that looks good. Local dishes include wild boar pappardelle or tagliatelle with truffles, followed by crunchy almond cantucci dunked in sweet dessert wine. Refuelled and raring to go, it’s time to hit the shops. 

Shopping

As the home of Gucci, Florence isn’t short on style. For everything from designer names to independent boutiques, head to Via Roma and Via dei Calzaiuoli. If it’s jewellery you’re after, Ponte Vecchio is lined with luxury stores, and you can stop off for a classic Florentine photo while you’re there. 

Views

To end your stay in style, cross the bridge to Oltrarno and strike out uphill to Piazzale Michelangelo for beautiful sunset views over the city.

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