The hotel is contained within the walls of the Torre dei Rossi (Rossi Tower), which dates back to 1200. From inside the tower one can see the Ponte Vecchio's stone buttresses jutting out over the Arno river. Seven floors make the tower one of Florence's taller buildings, and there is a splendid suite crowning the Hotel on the top floor. On the sixth floor the guest can either relax in the café lounge, at the bar or out on one of two spacious terraces, all while enjoying a magnificent view of Florence's skyline and major monuments. The Hotel Pitti Palace guest has the privilege of coming in intimate contact with genuine Florentine atmosphere, past and present. Services: cocktail lounge, laundry service, assistance in sending faxes, e-mail messages, packages etc. room service, museum, theater and concert ticket reservations airline and train ticket reservations and reconfirmation car rental, restaurant and hotel reservations internet service in the Sala Rosa (Pink Room), direct dial overseas calls charged to credit cards. Here's a very special way to start the day: a buffet breakfast with a spectacular view of Florence through the glass windows on the sixth floor. From spring through fall, breakfast is also served out on the two spacious terraces. Hotel Pitti Palace staff members Stefano and Andrea are at your service. Stefano is friendly and efficient, while Andrea is specialized in making delicious cocktails. At your feet, the cut stone of Florentine palaces gleams in the sunset, to create the color of an unforgettable moment.