Via Faenza 56, 50123 Florence, Italy
#121 of 372 hotels in Florence
Guests' ChoiceBased on 148 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.9
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.7
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 15, 2024
Michael
AustraliaNothing really
This Hotel is awesome. Very quiet and comfy. It is located at the 3rd floor, you need to take the elevator or stairs. I didnt have the breakfast so not sure about that. But the property is QUIET and clean. The Bathroom is fully renovated. Florence is small, you can walk everywhere from here. Doumo is very close. I highly recommend this Hotel and I would stay here again if I were to visit Florence again. Yes, you need to ring the bell and someone will come out to open the door for you, didn't bother me, more security I am guessing. A very nice Hotel.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 31, 2024
Andrew
AustraliaNothing that I could fault - perfect.
Owner and family were very lovely and welcoming. Rooms were quiet, spacious and clean. Location close to station and a short walk to main attractions. Glad to have booked this over a hotel - great value for money.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Etga
TurkeyIt was a greate atmosphere. Kind and helpful stuff. Thanks for everything, we will suggest here to our friends.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Carmen
CanadaOur host Rossaorio and his wife were wonderful and so accommodating. The rooms were fantastic and so quiet after a day spent exploring in Florence. You could feel the pride they took in the upkeep of their beautiful family run hotel. Clean with all the amenities you could hope for while set in a beautiful medieval building.The bright breakfast room was a definite bonus and a lovely way to start our day with breakfast and cappuccinos on the morning.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Ahn
CanadaFurniture could be updated Could have a clear sign outside, I had a bit of trouble finding the place when I got there
excellent location very helpful and nice staff very clean
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 16, 2024
Nychrissy
NetherlandsNothing
Fantastic location, great view, very kind host and everything was super clean
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Ana
IrelandThe only thing missing in the room is a little fridge.
What we liked most were the owners, who made us feel really welcome. While being in walking distance of every landmark in Florence, the room we stayed in at hotel Merlini was also quiet and had a great view. The size of the room is generous (not to say that for a hotel this size it is a huge room).
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Ann
United States of AmericaVery friendly family run hotel. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 15, 2024
Elzbieta
PolandHaving to always ring the bell to enter. No exterior signs, so you have to look inside the building among other hotels/hostels.
Good location, close to the train station but also to all main attractions and restaurants. Very clean room, and nice bathroom with good water pressure and hot water. There is an elevator. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: December 27, 2023
Tbd1
United States of AmericaLocation was good for Florence walking around, Great view of the dome from our room, Breakfast was very good and the owner makes coffee to order in the morning.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: December 14, 2023
Aneta
United KingdomMattress didn't seem to be hoovered, which is very important in the era of bed bugs
Owners were lovely and very helpful, room was spacious and clean with a Duomo view.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: November 21, 2023
Abigail
United States of AmericaI read a lot about the great breakfast but it wasn’t being served during my stay. Would have loved to have saved some money by eating at the hotel but it didn’t affect my experience overall.
I loved how close to everything it was, but not right in the action. It was quiet at night. The bedroom had a view of the Duomo! I didn’t want to check out. The room had this timeless, classic style.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 28, 2023
Mairead
IrelandLiked everything.
Our room was lovely and bright with 2 large windows and great views over the city. Private bathroom was perfect. Very quiet at night for sleeping , enjoyed a lovely breakfast with plenty of everything. No problem getting a pot of tea in the evenings when we requested it. . .Hotel hosts were very friendly and helpful. Great location near train station, restaurants and all the beautiful sights of Florence. . Would definitely recommend Hotel Merlini for a stay in Florence.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 23, 2023
Petra
Hungary-
Best coffee in town :) And that's saying something. We felt like coming home every day. Getting to the Duomo on my way to my Erasmus course took me 6 minutes in the morning. We loved every minute of our stay! Can't wait to stay here again! :)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 5, 2023
Zorana
SerbiaEverything was the best!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 1, 2023
Kay
United KingdomWe were very happy with it all.
Friendliness, location, room, breakfast, cleanliness. Great value for money.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 30, 2023
Fawn
United States of AmericaIt was a little hard to find since you need to go to the third floor at the address. On that street the addresses vary wildly.
The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The location was great. The room was large enough. The room was clean.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 24, 2023
Jason
AustraliaNeeds bar fridges in rooms
Had Netflix on a smart TV which helps foreign travellers
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 23, 2023
Katherine
United KingdomThe room at the front of the building was rather noisier because of roadworks happening in the road but after the first night this didn't disturb us very much at all.
A very warm welcome from the owner of this family run hotel. He was attentive to all our needs and always greeted us, as did the wife and son, with a smile. Very large, comfortable room with everything we needed. Delicious breakfast and very good location with just A5 minute walk to the Duomo, the train station and good restaurants nearby. We would absolutely recommend staying at The Merlini!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 11, 2023
Slegers
CanadaFamily of 3 staff happy to take care of anything for you Gorgeous breakfast room Best coffees ever made to order by owner
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 13, 2023
Dana
NetherlandsThe location was perfect, the staff were super friendly & helpful. The room was also super clean. We had good nights there!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 8, 2023
Cybele
AustraliaAll good
Lovely
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 8, 2023
Peirce
NetherlandsI had a great stay at Hotel Merlini. The location was great: only a 15 minute walk to most attractions. The owners were very kind and friendly, even offering a cappuccino each morning.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 8, 2023
Gyula
HungaryVery friendly and kindley staff. Clear room and bath. Close to the train station, close to inner city.
Stayed in July 2023
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