Villa Agape is an old palazzo once owned by a Ducal family, not owned by an order of Nuns, and operated as a small hotel. The building and grounds are wonderful, beautifully kept. The rooms are comfortable but somewhat spartan - fine for us, but not the Ritz. Beds were very comfortable, and bathrooms are fine - everything is clean... More

Excellent old Italian Villa with excellent garden serviced by nuns... Free parking and breakfast. Great price for 2 night compared to city center hotels. It is really fantastic to wake up in the morning with birds singing, and the view over the Florence!!! Breakfast among 200 years of great history walls. Quite simple design but of good quality. It is... More

In fact this is a nice, quite place where nobody disturbs you, but let me tell you my story... I came to Florence to visit a conference. I searched for a hotel nearby so that I can walk to and from the conference. That was July when all hotels are booked and it was hard to find something in a... More

I stayed 1 night in Villa Agape for Easter with my wife and two boys. This was an amazing experience, full of character. For us it was the best way to enjoy the full Florence experience. After a day on the tourist trail, it is the perfect haven of peace and tranquility.The villa is ideally placed. 3 min drive from... More

This hidden gem is tucked away in the hills of Florence. If you have an extra day or two, take a bus from the main train station where you will walk up a winding pathway of Tuscan beauty to the gates of Villa Agape. The nuns will buzz you into the gates and your experience will begin. This is the... More

I spent one week in Villa Agape. Beautiful garden, quiet, friendly service a piece of heaven on earth!

Looking for a place to explore two days Florence in July we went through quite some reviews - Villa Agape attracted us due to its setting in the hills above Piazza Michelangelo and the experience of staying with only Italian speaking nuns. The setting is marvelous - a real villa with a huge garden in the hills. It give you... More

We had 2 fabulous nights at Villa Agape. Only one Nun spoke English which was a challange for us non Italians. The evening meal was basic but taste and included a bottle of wine. The rooms were clean and simple with very nice bathroom. The Villa, gardens and views are stunning. A great place to go for something different. Taxi... More

This is a fantastic place, not for those who want the facilities of a chain hotel in the midst of the city, but for those who want to get away from the noise and herds of tourists in the city. Ideal if you have a car. Advantages: Good size old fashioned room with modern tiled bathroom, though rickety small shower... More