The tower forms part of Hadlow Castle, most of which is now lost bar the tower itself and the courtyard buildings.

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The upper level has a two-story tower room, a wet bar, a glass-enclosed Conservatory and Pavilion that open onto a wraparound terrace with park and sunset views.

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There is a Japanese spa, light installations in the lobby and a rooftop bar with views of the CN Tower.

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To the north, a new 202-room Four Seasons hotel opened in 2008, offering the familiar luxury surroundings that the chain is known for, plus the spectacular Aer bar on the roof of the 34-storey tower with commanding views of the entire region.

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Dress up for the Sky Lounge bar, which perches on the roof of the medieval Consorti Tower, overlooking the Ponte Vecchio to the Tuscan hills.

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Nearby is the 563-room Shangri-La, an ultramodern marble and glass tower hotel offering equally expansive rooms and views, free wi-fi, and a bar on the 36th floor with a very popular happy hour.

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