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J. K. Place Florence

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Petite at 20 rooms, J.K. Place is dazzling. Discreetly tucked into the sought after Piazza Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, close to the finest shopping avenues, adorable authentic trattorias and ristorantes and walking distance to all the major museums and galleries.

J.K. Place Library FlorenceAn enchanting peaceful palazzo offering architecturally designed interiors in glammy, but subtle muted colors. The picture-perfect antidote to the energy of the busy city, slip inside and the quiet rooms envelop you in a cocoon of creature comforts. Three floors of art filled passageways all share the same soothing décor. Fifties glam meets antique painted ceilings, life drawings, a teeny library of stunning art and fashion books stacked to the ceiling in the coziest space which doubles as the check in desk.

J.K. Place SuiteA Louis XV fireplace crackles and sparks, a warm invitation to enjoy an aperitif or a delicious repast in the high style dining room. The hotel feels more like a private home – with lovely efficient staff.

The quintessential plush boutique hotel is hidden behind handcrafted doors; J.K. Place Firenze is a high-service ultra chic property. Each room is decorated differently; the penthouse has the best roof top views of Florence. Large bathrooms, double sinks, massive shower heads and heated towel racks. State of the art technology, intimate club like dining room and a rooftop terrace lounge with a view of the Duomo. Museum quality art is interspersed in all the public rooms in a unique arrangement with the Uffizi, a rotating art gallery in a sense.

Pampered, plush and perfect.

 

Sunday 1 pm Florence J.K. Place Hotel – Sunday Brunch

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One of my favorite hotels in Firenze, is the small boutique property J.K. Place. Celebrating their 10th anniversary and the inclusion in Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 50 Hotels in Italy, the hotel is established as one of Italy’s most exclusive, stylish and high-end boutique hotels. Located in the quiet and exclusive very sought-after address on the Piazza Santa Maria Novella, slightly hidden, look for the initials on the door. Stop for a decadent lunch or an aperitif, on a sunny afternoon enjoy people watching outdoors on the piazza.

I feel like a member of a private club in the sophisticated JK dining room, ensconced in plush white wingback chairs in the soothing monochromatic dining room. Fire roaring in the Louis XV fireplace, the eye lingers on intriguing art composed of an eclectic mix of pop art, African tribal adornments, vintage leather books and architectural drawings.

Peruse the inviting buffet of homemade pastries, a selection of granola and fresh fruits, aromatic zucchini quiche, and a variety of hams and delectable cheeses, organic and mixed green salad. Save room for the savory desserts. Menu items are also served, hamburger with fries, Club House sandwich, and delicious handmade Tuscan pasta with fresh vegetables or indulge in a Beef Tagliata with sautéed herb infused wild mushrooms, guaranteed to please.

Glamorous and charming, the lounge attracts hotel guests, local businessmen and elegantly attired ladies. Serving lunch and dinner, brunch on Sunday, decadent cocktails, or an inviting afternoon tea.

 If only JK Place Lounge were closer, I would visit every Sunday.