Bea Hotel
Artsy, design-forward boutique hotel with a music-bar soul. Think Italian Renaissance filtered through a 2024 design studio — bold geometric shapes, rich jewel tones, original building details preserved alongside contemporary edge. The bar is the heart of the place: lively, 24/7, and genuinely open to the public.
Ruby Members get the best rate with free cancellation — membership is free and takes one minute to set up
Why It Matters
Ruby Bea is the Munich-based Ruby Hotels group's first Italian property, opened in 2024 in a beautifully restored 18th-century porticoed building. It's now part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, and listed by both Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels. The design concept ties directly to Florence's Renaissance legacy in a way that feels clever rather than gimmicky.
Ruby Bea is a 118-room design hotel set inside a porticoed 18th-century building on Piazza della Libertà, at the edge of Florence's historic centre. Named after Beatrice Portinari — Dante's muse — the hotel plays the Renaissance theme hard but with a modern edge: convex mirrors above the beds, MC Escher-inspired wall art, a glowing neon 'Bea + Dante' sign over the bar, and red velvet armchairs alongside warm ochres and geometric marble. Parent brand Ruby Hotels calls it 'Lean Luxury' — thoughtfully designed rooms, a seriously good bar, and no fluff like room service or minibars. It works.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Cosy Room
The smallest category, sized 17–20m². A genuinely cosy spot: 160cm-wide bed with oversize duvet, bespoke wood panelling, hardwood floors, all-glass rainfall shower, and a Marshall amp. Some Cosy rooms include a desk. Soundproofed throughout.
Double (160cm) · 18 sqmLoft Room
Sized 25–33m², the Loft rooms are light and airy with an extra-long 180cm-wide bed, full wardrobe, and a business-sized desk. Some include an armchair and private balcony. Higher floor positions often mean better views across Florence's rooftops.
King (180cm) · 29 sqm
Lovely Room
Sized 18–24m², the Lovely rooms add extra space over the Cosy and are well-suited for longer stays or a romantic trip. Most have a desk and wardrobe; some come with a private balcony. Same high-quality sleep setup throughout.
Double (160–180cm) · 21 sqm
Maisonette Room
The largest category at 43–47m², spread across two levels. A 180cm double bed sits downstairs; a 160cm sofa bed is upstairs — up to 4 guests in total. There's a coffee machine, coffee table, armchairs, and a wardrobe. The family-friendly option at Ruby Bea.
King downstairs (180cm) + Sofa bed upstairs (160cm) · 45 sqmWow Room
Running 20–40m², the Wow rooms have real breathing room. Business-sized desk, wardrobe, deluxe oversized bedding on a 160–180cm bed. Some have an armchair and private balcony. Also the dog-friendly category — pets stay for €30/stay. Accessible rooms are available here too.
Double (160–180cm) · 30 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Rent an electric guitar at the bar and plug straight into the Marshall amp in your room. A genuinely fun touch that guests consistently mention in reviews.
A collection of vintage board games available every Monday (and on request any other day) at the bar. Grab a drink and challenge whoever's around.
The bar hosts regular live gigs and events. Local acts perform in the main bar space and on the courtyard terrace. Schedule varies — check with the hotel on arrival.
A quiet space in the hotel stocked with books and available for reading or working on a laptop. A good alternative to the buzz of the main bar.
On the top floor of Ruby Bea, the Ruby Dante workspace offers hot desks, co-working tables, and meeting rooms, plus a private roof terrace. Hotel guests get a discounted day pass. Separate to the hotel operation but fully integrated into the building.
The hotel's own curated music stream, tunable in your room. A small but signature touch across all Ruby Hotels properties.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Lift access throughout the 4-floor building.
One meeting room available; total event space reportedly 353 sqm. Private events at the bar also possible by inquiry.
Lightning-speed Wi-Fi throughout all rooms and public areas.
Bags stored before check-in or after check-out so guests can explore freely.
On-property vending and still/sparkling water available for guests.
Self-service kiosk for arrivals; no formal check-out required — just drop the key card at the bar or in the drop box.
Fully operational around the clock with cocktails, coffee, snacks, wine, and beer. Cashless only.
Each Galley floor has free tea, an iron, and a Maxi Bar selling drinks, snacks, umbrellas, and toiletries. Functions as a self-service mini-market in lieu of in-room minibars.
Every room ships with a Marshall amplifier and universal connector. Rent a guitar at the bar and plug straight in.
A quiet reading and working space away from the bar.
Outdoor bar terrace with Mediterranean plants, striped umbrellas, string lights. Open Easter–October, Monday–Sunday, 12pm–10pm (weather permitting).
Dogs welcome in Wow room category. Fee is €30 per stay (not per night). Guests may bring their dog's bed, treats, and belongings.
There is no swimming pool at Ruby Bea.
Staff available around the clock for assistance.
Kiosk screens at the bar dispense key cards in seconds. Traditional front-desk staff also available for assistance.
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