Italy Travel Excellence Rises As Collegio alla Querce Wins MICHELIN Key And Global Luxury Hotel Accolades

Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection has achieved remarkable recognition during its debut year, earning prestigious honours from some of the world’s most influential travel and lifestyle publications.

The newly opened property has secured an impressive collection of accolades, including Three MICHELIN Keys, the highest hotel distinction awarded by the MICHELIN Guide. It has also been featured in Travel + Leisure’s It List 2026, highlighting the year’s most exceptional hotel openings, and named Hotel of the Year in Esquire’s Best New Hotels of 2026. The hotel was also celebrated in Town & Country’s Hotel Awards 2026 as one of the editors’ favourite new destinations among the year’s standout openings.

Further recognition came through AFAR’s Best New Hotels of 2026, which selected the property among the world’s most remarkable new hotels, along with Condé Nast Traveler’s Hot List 2026, an annual showcase of the finest hotel launches worldwide. The property was also included in Condé Nast Traveler’s Best New Hotel Spas in the World 2026, recognising its exceptional wellness offering among the most impressive new hotel spas globally.

Adding to its growing list of achievements, Collegio alla Querce was featured in Robb Report’s 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth, placing among the top ten luxury hotels for the second consecutive year. The property also received outstanding recognition in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards 2026, ranking as the No. 1 Hotel in Florence, the No. 3 Hotel in Europe, and one of the world’s leading hotels as selected by Travel + Leisure readers.

These honours reflect the property’s exceptional debut and highlight the strong impression it has made among leading travel experts, editors and luxury hospitality audiences worldwide. Each award follows detailed evaluations of new hotel openings, recognising properties that demonstrate outstanding design, service, experiences and overall guest appeal.

“We are incredibly honored to receive these prestigious awards in our inaugural year,” said Lorenzo Maraviglia, General Manager of Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection. “We look forward to continuing to create memorable and inspiring stays for every guest who walks through our doors.”

Set along a peaceful cypress-framed pathway above Florence, Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection offers a rare blend of history, elegance, and authentic Tuscan charm. Once a respected educational institution, this restored hilltop sanctuary is the only hotel in Florence offering uninterrupted panoramic views of both the city’s historic skyline and the surrounding Tuscan countryside. Its beautifully preserved 16th-century buildings sit among magnificent landscaped terraces, creating a spectacular setting where guests can admire views of the legendary Duomo while experiencing the timeless beauty of Florence.

Entering its second year, Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Collection continues to redefine luxury hospitality through personalised service, refined interiors, outstanding dining, and carefully curated experiences. The property remains deeply connected to its destination, offering guests exclusive opportunities to explore Florence, Tuscany, and the wider region through authentic journeys shaped by local traditions, culture, and seasonal discoveries. With a commitment to celebrating the character of its surroundings, the retreat continues to create memorable experiences that reflect the art, heritage, flavours, and spirit of Italy.