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Hotels in Florence
At Hotel Genzianella you will find all the necessary facilities you might need to make your stay in Florence not only cheap but also comfortable.
Located in the historic centre of Florence, the Hotel Aline is about 300 meters from the main railway train station...
Hotel Benvenuti, is situated in a great central location. The Academy Gallery with the David of Michelangelo...
Hotel Veneto, Florence's latest contemporary budget accommodation is situated in a great central location and minutes away from bars and clubs, pubs, internet cafés, shops and discos...
Hotel D' Azeglio is a good two star hotel. All the room have private bath (bathtub or shower bath). A careful service in a warm atmosphere makes it 'your home in Florence'.
We are in Campi Bisenzio just 8 km from Florence. The Hotel Centro is a 3 star family run residence, open all the years long. It is situated in the new no traffic area of Campi Bisenzio, thus it offers its guests a quiet and relaxing stay.....
Hotel Ester is managed by young, friendly staff, and is located in the historical centre of Florence; near the Santa Maria Novella railway station, the Duomo and Medici Chapels and many important museums and galleries...
This very central and welcoming accommodation is just 10 minutes from the Santa Maria Novella train station and Duomo.
The hotel Palazzuolo is located in the historic centre of the city, very close to the main Santa Maria Novella train station...
The hotel is located in a historical Florentine palace (Palazzo Gianfigliazzi) in the center of Florence, on the right bank of the Arno River next to the Ponte Vecchio.
Hotel Masaccio is a friendly and pleasant hotel, with only 9 rooms but with all the comforts of home...
Located in the historical center of Florence, the Hotel has been completely restored on July 2006 and it is only 50 meters far from the Train Station Santa Maria Novella
Located in the historical centre of Florence directly behind the famous square of Santa Maria Novella...
Hotel Genesio is located in the historic center of Florence within walking distance of the Santa Maria Novella Central Train Station, museums and monuments
Marcella, run by a family is a friendly clean place located 5 minutes from the Main Station S.M.N. between Fortezza da Basso and all important Museums and Monuments of historical centre of Florence
Welcome, our Hotel is located in the very heart of the historical centre, yet still accessible by car...
Hotel Santa Croce will welcome you in an ancient and distinctive palace of the 19th situated in the centre of Florence between the Uffizi Gallery, Signoria Square and Santa Croce Square...
Are you looking for a cheap hotel in the center of Florence ? The Hotel Etrusca is situated in the heart of the town, only a few steps from the railway station, from monuments famous all over the world and from high fashion shops.
Hotel Regina is located in the district of S. Lorenzo well known all over the world for its lively market...
The hotel Monica has been in Florence since 1975 It is located 2 minutes walk from the Train Station and the Congress and Exhibition Palace...
The hotel, managed directly by the owner and recently restored, is located in a quite position, near to Careggi hospital area...
Hotel Boboli offers clients 21 rooms furnished in Florentine style with charming wrought iron beds and excellent amenities, among the best that a 2-star hotel in Florence has to offer.
This hotel has bright comfortable rooms which enjoys an excellent location in the city of Florence...
At Hotel Leopolda, we have focused on a comfortable warm setting....
This little two-star hotel is situated in the historic centre of Florence, in front of the stupendous S. Maria Novella Church, just 300 m from the railway station...
Tourist House is located in a historical building in the heart of the beautiful city of Florence.
Pensione Canada is situated in the heart of downtown Florence, in the pedestrian precinct...
This is a small hotel in Santa Croce area, near Cathedral and offers well equipped rooms...
A new and modern building with 24 mini-apartments, all furnished with elegance and accuracy.
This very central and welcoming hotel is just a few steps away from the characteristic San Lorenzo market and 300 meters from the S.M. Novella train station.
We offer a small, clean, complety renovated hotel right in the centre of Florence near the main railway...
Hotel Giappone is a small hotel located in the historical centre of Florence, near to the SMN railway station...
The Hotel is situated in the historical centre of the city, easy to reach from S.M. Novella rail station and above 30 minutes of Amerigo Vespucci airport....
Hotel Spagna is located in the heart of downtown Florence, just a short walk to the Cathedral and station
Located in the main street of Florence, Via Calzaiuoli, right in the middle of all historical and most attractive of the city, two steps from Piazza Duomo...
Florence Hotel Ungherese is a Family run Hotel located in a typical Tuscan villa, at the picturesque foothills of Fiesole and immersed within the peaceful residential neighbourhood of San Gervasio, yet only minutes from the historical City Centre.
Hotel Accademia is located in an ancient building of the XIV century, house of an important Florentine sculptor, Bernardo Cennini...
We have 12 rooms which consist of 1 single, 6 double, 4 triple and 1 quadruple...
This is a house open to travellers we offer great location, clean, colorful, newly furnished rooms..
Hotel Rayan is situated in the heart of Florence, and gives us the opportunity to admire the cities splendours...
Right in the historical center to the inside of the palace 'Montalvo Ramirez' in the heart of Florence...
Our Pension is located in the centre of the historical and artistic area of Florence, 2 minutes from San Marco Square
Easily reached both from the main railway station of Santa Maria Novella as well as from all major highways, the hotel is in an ideal position...,
At Hotel Alinari you have the pleasure of waking up in a charming room with a high standard of comfort...
Hotel Romagna is very centrally located, situated in one of the most important streets in Florence...
Welcome to Hotel Guelfa Firenze, where you will find typical Italian hospitality and a pleasant ambiance. ...........
Our hotel is situated near the centre of Florence, in Gavinana from which it takes the name...
Hotel Balcony was originally the Richard Ginori building, located in the historical and tourist centre of the cityy...
The Hotel Armonia is found in a quiet area of the city centre. Here you will have the possibility to spend a pleasant stay.
Hotel Anna's is located in an important building, originally part of a monastery, in the centre of the town, near to main monumental area and the historical Central Market of San Lorenzo.....
Our hotel is a charming and very elegantly appointed property in the heart of Florence, just a step from all the art for which is the city is so famous...
Hotel Mearini is a little, nice hotel exactly in the historical centre of Florence, some minutes walks from the central railstation of Santa Maria Novella. From here you can reach all most important monuments of the town.
The new Hotel Deco, completely restored only 2 years ago, is a nice 2 stars hotel right in the centre....
Located in the heart of the city, it is within walking distance from the most important monument of Florence...
Hotel Mia Cara is a new restructured 3-stars hotel in the beautiful city of Florence...
The historical Barbera Palace dates from 18th century. Inside this lovely building is the Hotel Merlini, located in the heart of the old city of Florence...
The Meridiana is a modern 3-star hotel located directly within the area of avenues surrounding...
Hotel Auto Park is ideal for anyone who wants tranquillity and comfort without having to leave the city...
The Hotel, located just 50 mt from the Fortezza da Basso and 700 mt from the Central Railway Station
Hotel Collodi is a lovely little inn located in the historical centre of Florence...
Hotel Bellettini is a family two star hotel located in the historical centre of Florence, near the Medici Chapels, the Duomo, Palazzo della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery...
The Hotel Privilege is situated in an XVIIIth century building on the right bank of the river Arno, opposite the hill of Michelangelo Square, which dominates the city of Florence...
The Hotel Centro is situated in the heart of Florence. The palace is of Renaissance origin and was once home to the famous painter Raffaello.
Hotel Beatrice is a cosy and comfortable 3-stars family run hotel in the heart of the city...
The Pucci suites with their private garden looking onto Boboli Gardens are perfect for those seeking the peace and quiet of a natural, green setting...
Hotel Panorama is centrally located surrounded by some important historical monuments............
Hotel Andrea overlooks the very beautiful and treed Piazza dell' Indipendenza, one of the more characteristic of the city, the heart of 19th-century Florence.
Hotel Emma, two stars, is located in one of the most beautiful areas of Florence, just minutes from the most important museums, monuments and commercial center...
Hotel De La Pace, is housed in a completely restored 19th century building. The most recent renovation were completed in July 2005. The Hotel is situated on one of Florence's most elegant aristocratic and historical street street of the city.
Hotel Colomba enjoys a central location just a few steps from Piazza Duomo in the heart of Florence...
In the heart of Florence, a few steps away from the most important monuments and museums, enjoy the hospitality and kindness that Hotel Kursaal and Ausonia offer you...
The Hotel Domus Florentiae is situated in the heart of the old city, opposite the central Santa Maria Novella railway station...
The Aldini hotel, situated in the historical Adimari's towers, is located on the corner of Duomo Square
Hotel Palazzo Ognissanti is the new four-star hotel in the heart of Florence's old city centre...
MSNSUITES Palazzo dei Ciompi formerly 'Palazzo Pascolutti- Giani' is a 19th Century building...
Overlooking one of the most lovely hills surrounding Florence, between the Certosa Convent and Ponte Vecchio, lies the Marignolle Relais & Charme...
We are a 2 star hotel situated in the historical city centre, very close to railway station, the Congress Palace, the Cathedral and the principal museums...
Desiree, eighteen rooms immersed in the quiet of a little family managed hotel in the center of Florence...
Hotel de Lanzi is located in the very heart of the old town, next to the Duomo Square...
A pleasant holiday in Impruneta, just 10 Km (6 miles) from Florence among the olive groves, vineyards, pine woods and terracotta...
Hotel Sofia is a family run, 2 star hotel located in the heart of Florence, easily accessible from Santa Maria Novella...
Hotel Donatello is a three star hotel located in an ancient 19th century building in the heart of the historical Florence...
The atmosphere, thanks to an accurate and true restoration, has revived the freshness and the intimacy of this 16th century Noblemen's house...
In the historical centre of Florence, Polihotels Palazzo Ricasoli sits in a prestigious building dating back to the 16th century and faces the historical Via San Gallo...
We are a small hotel located in the heart of Florence in a discreet and cozy environment....
The hotel River is located in a charming 19th-century building of Florence situated on the banks of the river Arno.
Welcome to Cellai hotel, 'A Charming Welcome in the Heart of Florence'...
Casa del Garbo stands in the heart of Florence, part of the historical architectural backdrop...
The Hotel Calzaiuoli is situated within the pedestrian precinct of central Florence in Via Calzaiuoli one of the most famous streets in the world in the very heart of the Renaissance city...
Modern comfort harmoniously combined with the warmth of antique furnishings awaits you at the Hotel Morandi Alla Crocetta...
Hotel Relais il Cestello is located in Piazza del Cestello, next to the beautiful Cestello church and a few minutes walk from all the cities major attractions...
Our hotel it is situated in the center of the city,near Cappella Medicei and Duomo. Only 3 minutes walking to the Santa Maria Novella train station.
Hotel Benivieni is located in the heart of Florence and is directly adjacent to the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Galleria degli Uffizi, and much, much more...
Hotel Angelica is a small hotel directed by Fernando Siringo in a family cosy and professional atmosphere.
Hotel Azzi combines culture with hospitality, making it one of the most popular hotels in Florence...
The Hotel Cardinal of Florence is situated in a Renaissance palace where a famous cardinal lived for many years...
Family budget hotel located near City Centre and Hospital/ University Area of Careggi.......
Hotel Colorado is a recently renovated 1-star hotel in a very central location...
Hotel da Verrazzano in Florence is a three star hotel situated at the north side of River Arno. The hotel is full of colour and art: each floor is characterized by a different colour......
Hotel delle Arti it is a comfortable three star hotel located in the historical centre of Florence, a few steps away from the Cathedral, Accademia Gallery and 10 minutes walk from the train station.
Hotel Derby offers maximum comfort, bright spacious rooms and a terrace boasting views of the city...
This typical little Florentine Hotel is located at the 3rd floor in a 18th century building in the very centre of Florence...
Hotel fiorita is located in the historical and commercial centre of Florence...
Hotel Marine is located in the center of Florence, 5 minutes walking from the central train station (Santa Maria Novella) and 10 minutes from the most famous museums and acctractions.
Hotel Nella is ideally located in the center of the city, close to Santa Maria Novella train station....
Hotel Palazzo Vecchio is located in the historic centre of Florence near many points of interest...
The perfect location of the Hotel Por Santa Maria right in the heart of the historic center of Florence allows to reach all attractions like for ex. the Uffizi, the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio by feet.
Hotel Savonarola is located at just 15 minutes walk from Piazza Duomo and the most famous attractions of the city of Florence...
regional info
Dominating the Florence skyline is the world famous Duomo (Cathedral Church) with the Brunelleschi cupola, Giotto's Bell Tower and the bronze sculpted doors of the marble-clad Baptistry. The side streets of the historic town centre are often narrow and dark, with bustling sidewalks and intimidating crowds and traffic.
But the place to start touring is the piazza, the square -- that wonderful Mediterranean oasis where you can spend hours sitting down, enjoying an espresso and just people-watching. You'll likely start at the square in front of the train station and across from the bus station -- the places you arrive by airport bus or by train. Santa Maria Novella Church, run by the Dominicans, faces the square. To enter you'll have to go around the block walking beside the church to another, yes, square! It's Unità d'Italia Square. (Coffee and sweet shops are there.) You'll want to see inside the Church (admission charged). Gothic and Renaissance frescoes as well as Fra Lippi-designed stain glass windows.
If you head back toward the square in front of the train station and bear right along the large street (Via Panzani), you're on your way to the square at the Duomo. Small storefront restaurants beckon. But check the menu to be sure you haven't struck upon a pricey bistro! A short walk, 10 to 15 minutes, will bring you along side the Duomo. The Baptistry is the building in front of the Cathedral. No lines, just walk up and look. Then turn around and look up at the church facade and bell tower. The entrance line forms along the cathedral steps. The square is filled with shops, and further along the side streets are women's fashion stores. If you walk to the left of the Baptistry across the square you'll come to a small mall area and restaurants and coffee bars.
Among the other things you can't afford to miss are the Uffizi galleries, one of the best art museums in the world (tickets required), the Santo Spirito church and the Old Bridge (Ponte Vecchio) with its must see shopping area. The Academia with the original David is also not to be missed. To get a great overview of the city, head for Piazza Michelangelo in Oltrarno section of town (other side of River Arno) or farther up to the church of San Miniato.
Lovers of art will want to visit the hillside town of Fiesole, just outside Florence (you can go by bus 20 minutes from the central bus station mentioned above). Besides the Roman ruins, the Church of St. Dominic has the stunning frescoes of Fra Angelico.
The surrounding areas of Florence have many things to offer to the visitor. You can explore this region for weeks without being bored. For this, Florence is the perfect starting point for day trips. Travel agents can book them for you. (An agency is on the far side of the Duomo Square.) One day trip of note is that to Siena and San Gimignano.
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