2026 Canine Hospitality Award Winner
Boutique of the Year
Thirty-nine rooms in the heart of Florence, small enough that the staff learn your dog's name.
The Setting
In the Heart of Florence
La Gemma sits a short walk from the Duomo in the middle of Florence, a jewel-box of a hotel where the marble, the brass and the tailoring are all done by hand. Every room is dog friendly, and with only thirty-nine of them, the welcome is personal from the first morning.
Why It Won
Why It Won Boutique of the Year
Boutique of the Year goes to the finest small hotel where every dog is known, and at thirty-nine rooms La Gemma is exactly that. Your dog arrives to a bed, bowls, dog food and treats, with the staff on hand to point you toward the best walks in the city, the sort of attention only a small house can give.
Plan a Dog Friendly Stay at La Gemma
Thinking of taking your dog to Florence? Our full review on Roch Dog lays out everything we verified, the pet policy, the amenities, the rooms and where dogs are welcome, so you know exactly what you are booking before you go.
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