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Piazza di Cestello 9, San Frediano, 50124 Florence, Italy

#232 of 372 hotels in Florence

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 140 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: April 13, 2024

    9.0
    Firenze is great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is ok, but a bit complicated to park the car. Valeria found us a garage nearby for a great cost.

    Staff (Valeria e Eduina), dimension of the room, clean and decoration of the room and wc. Amenities, breakfast was good as well.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2024

    7.0
    Pleasant stay in a well located hotel in Florence
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room didn't have a mirror or any kettle or tea/coffee facilities (although staff were very happy to make it for us on request) and the breakfast was very limited.

    The staff were really friendly and helpful, and went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and ensure we had a good stay. Great location too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 28, 2024

    9.0
    Great stay in Florence, near the Center and train station. Quiet at night. Highly recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Great location within walking distance of the main train station. There was a full bath tub in the room. Very quite piazza. Weekday breakfast is offered at cafe nearby. Bathroom was clean and spacious. We had a room for three -- parents plus one teen kid.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2024

    9.0
    Very friendly staff and clean hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room was not soundproof. I can clearly hear next door guest snoring. It had many stairs make it difficult to Cary your heavy bag.

    15 minute walking distance to station. Walkable to all attractions. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Very clean and daily cleaning provided. Nice breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Super location and great, very friendly staff, absolutely recommendable

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 10, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was cold in the room

    Well situated hotel close to the center

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 2, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was not pleased with the soo called upgrade from deluxe double room to a double room .

    On arrival was abit disapointed as the receptionist told us she would give us an upgrade to what we booked for no valid explanation . but to us the room was smaller. And was suppose to have street view but had no view at all 😔. The receptionist on the positive side was very helpful telling us where to go around in florence and also advised us to a great restaurant.for the eve. Room was clean and was only for 1 night so we just told her we were not happy with the "upgrade" and stayed. Breakfast was great too at a nearby cafeteria.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some parts need to repaired. The door of WC was making noise. The tovel hangers were broken. The breakfast facility was limited on weekdays. The breakfast saloon just next to the hotel only provided us Coffee and crosant. They requested additional payment for sandwiches.

    The room was big.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2023

    9.0
    Very enjoyable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed our conversations. Easy walk from the train station. We walked over a bridge to the main area hence it was quiet at night, unlike a previous stay in the centre of Florence.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 21, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stairs. 3rd bed unsatisfactory mattress

    Location, staff

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2023

    9.0
    Nice stay in Florence
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    because of the time we booked it, we paid way too much for the value of the room & hotel.

    Super accessible for disabled folk. Staff lovely & one of the best breakfasts we had in Italy.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: July 27, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Little further to walk into the heart of Florence. But nothing bad to say about the hotel 😊

    Very friendly and welcoming staff. Bed was comfortable and air conditioning was essential during our stay! We had a window looking over the river and a very spacious room. Breakfast was just across from the hotel in a cafe.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2023

    9.0
    Great place with close walking distance to all the sightseeing places
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was in the neighboring building in an open workspace. Quality and choice was quite good

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2023

    9.0
    Really enjoyed. Would stay again and would recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I am being picky and not a deal breaker. But the look on your door was a large physical key, tough to fit in your pocket, easy if you were carrying a bag.

    Location was great. Breakfast was very good and quick. Very accommodating

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2023

    8.0
    Staff were wonderful (thank you Aleksandra and your colleague), and the clean rooms were very great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Can hear people speaking in next room, especially when they are using the bathroom.

    Both members of staff who helped us were excellent, and made our stay as easy and welcoming as possible.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2023

    8.0
    Quick overnight weekend stay to get a flavor for Florence.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly, efficient, helpful staff. Small hospitable hotel. Convenient location.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Plumbing is a bit old, so the shower wasn't draining as fast.

    The staff was very friendly, and tried their best to answer questions and suggest activities. Eduina at the front desk was very sweet and helpful. I was there for a short time so I mostly went to sleep only, but don't expect great views from the windows.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2023

    9.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very simple hotel but to be honest it didn't bother me because it was clean and I like the location.

    The location was great. Breakfast is next door in a coffee bar and it was delicious and friendly atmosphere. Walking distance to the main areas including Firenze S. M. Novella train station.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2023

    7.0
    too expensive
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    price was too high

    breakfast was a coupon for use at the cafe next door which was good quality

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2023

    7.0
    Nice enough
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Expensive for what it was. Reception closed at 8pm. The breakfast was very limited and poor value

    Great location very close to the river and easy walk to the main attractions. Comfy room, friendly receptionists. Nice view from my room

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2023

    8.0
    Enjoyable stay, great location, central but away from the really crowded tourist areas. Lovely staff
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It would have been good to have some coffee and tea making facilities in the room, especially as there is no staff available after 8pm. There is no bar or sitting room area for guests.

    Location excellent, with views of the river and not too crowded. Rooms very clean and spacious. Staff really friendly.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: January 3, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Valeria. She is beautiful and helpful

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: November 11, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful charming place to stay in Florence.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing that I didn't like, but should mention that breakfast is a bit simple. That's normal because it's a small place and they don't have a proper kitchen to prepare lots of things. It was no problem for me.

    Overall a very pleasant stay. Great location by the river, away from the tourist crowds but still in walking distance to the historic center. Very friendly and helpful staff. Valeria, who is managing the hotel, went out of her way to help me out with a medical need. The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was very comfortable. Nearby you have lots of restaurants and bars as well. I'd be happy to stay there again.

    Stayed in October 2022

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