The 10 Best Health/Fitness Clubs & Gyms in Province of Florence, Tuscany

Reviewed By 435haideee - Chelmsford, United Kingdom

We were in Florence for a long weekend and decided to visit this spa as we’d missed out on our summer holiday this year. The initial appeal was adults only to swim and relax in peace. A previous reviewer explained how to get there by bus which was very helpful, I would just add that the next tram stop after Santa Maria Novella is called Porta al Prato Leopoldo where you cross the road and catch the 30A bus. (This is NOT the Airport tram line) Other than that the instructions were spot on. It’s quite a long journey to the Limito stop but you don’t have to walk along the busy road if you turn left when you get off the bus and follow the path down the side of the park. I’d seen a special offer for Asmana for September but I’d not booked on line so the very helpful young man at reception helped us to purchase the offer using our phones. The changing rooms were very clean and the wristband system works extremely well. We spent 4-5 hours in the spa on each visit and it really ticked all the boxes. We enjoyed drinks at the bar, the food was reasonably priced and easy to access. The wild river rapids were great fun - wait for the big jets! Various bubble pools and a waterfall grotto are not to be missed. After dark the atmosphere changes as the lights go on and the steam rises - it was beautiful and we didn’t want to leave. Covid restrictions meant wearing a mask inside (not whilst in the pool) but generally we did not feel this spoilt our experience and we felt very safe with everyone abiding by the social distancing rules. It was very hot whilst we were in Florence so our 2 trips to the spa were a very welcome break from sightseeing. We found all the staff helpful and friendly. Remember to take you flip flops, towels and a robe although they can be hired. Check the bus times back (we didn’t and ended up waiting a long time). There is one just before 11pm and the next one I think was 12.30am!. Admittedly it’s an effort to get to Asmana if you don’t want to pay for a taxi but we thought it was worth it. No pictures as phones are not allowed in the spa. Bliss!