Tag: Hotels near the Duomo

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NH Porta Rossa

NH Porta Rossa is situated on a quiet street located in the pedestrian zone of Florence. It is located in the heart of the city just off the Piazza della Signoria Florence. It is very close to the Duomo and it is within walking distance of all the historical places the city has to offer. It also has numerous restaurants and boutiques you can visit.

The building itself is beautiful and the rooms are spacious and stylish. It’s filled with antique furniture and has some amazing ceiling frescoes that had been recently restored, adding to the historical feeling of the NH Porta Rossa hotel. It features refined decorations, where white marble and natural wood tones blend with warm textile colors.

The front desk is very kind and willing to assist. They are very efficient and speak good English. They provide restaurant recommendations for dinner and do a terrific job to suggest places to visit. The entire staff working in this four star hotel is so incredibly accommodating, helpful, and fast.

It is obvious they have quite a variety of room types. The amenities are very modern. They have comfortable beds and a lovely bathroom. The bathroom is completely luxurious with many complementary toiletry items, robes and even a towel warmer. They offer complimentary Wi-Fi that is relatively fast.

Breakfast is plentiful and included in most room rates. The breakfast is delicious and fresh. Great choices of everything: pastries/bread, ham/cheese, fruits, juices and freshly made cappuccino and coffee.

Request a room on a higher floor, as there is some noise from the street. Some rooms that face the inner courtyard will be quieter. Overall, it’s a good hotel with a fantastic location. Would recommend NH Porta Rossa to anyone on holiday in Florence.

If you need to park your vehicle, there’s a parking garage located right behind NH Porta Rossa. It’s located on via delle Terme. It’s a bit expensive, however it’s the perfect spot for parking in the historical center area.[/tab]

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Phone number: +39 055 2710911

Address: Via Porta Rossa 19, 50123, Florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]

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Hotel Pendini

Hotel Pendini is in a premium spot in Piazza della Repubblica near Duomo. Therefore this 3 star hotel is easy walking distance to all Florence’s historic sights, including the Uffizi Gallery and the Ponte Vecchio, just a couple of minutes walking distance. Many restaurants, cafes and shops also surround it.

Hotel Pendini has a perfect balance of modern and old world charm. The hotel lobby is on the fourth floor of what is apparently a former palace. It features antique furnishings and very high ceilings with gorgeous frescoes.

The reception staff is fluent in English; they are very friendly and knowledgeable. They will gladly offer advice and tips, book dinner and tours for you. The rest of the staff is also helpful, courteous and friendly.

The rooms can vary widely in terms of size. They have recently been remodeled and are comfortable. The bedroom and bathroom are both very clean. All rooms are air-conditioned and offer satellite TV. They supply a hair dryer, plenty of fluffy towels and offer free toiletries. They have free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

A free continental breakfast buffet is served every morning from 7:30 am until 10 am. It is delicious, plentiful and laid out beautifully. They offer assorted cheese, meats, bread, croissants, coffee cakes, yogurt, fruit, coffee, tea and orange juice.

Rates are reasonable considering the super location. Since the Hotel Pendini is located in the Piazza della Republica you can hear a variety of music playing outside from bars and restaurants. If you have a room facing Piazza della Repubblica you will hear it at night. For a quieter stay, you should request a room facing the courtyard. They also provided free luggage storage after checkout.

You must let Hotel Pendini know beforehand if you intend to take your vehicle there. They don’t have parking on the premises. However a private nearby garage with valet service is available for the hotel guests. Car parking is a separate fee.[/tab]

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Phone number: +39 055 211170

Address: Via degli Strozzi, 2, 50123, Florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]

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Hotel Bigallo

Hotel Bigallo is located in the heart of Florence right next to the Duomo. A stay at this hotel places you steps from the Baptistery and a five-minute walk from the Church of San Lorenzo Florence. Ponte Vecchio and Bargello Museum is a ten-minute walk or short bus ride away. The surrounding area is packed with restaurants, cafés and shops.

The entrance to Hotel Bigallo can be a little tricky. It is located down a short alley off the main street. Once you enter the building you have to take the small elevator at which point you will see the button labeled Hotel Bigallo. The hotel is situated on the third floor of this charming building.

The reception room is beautifully decorated and the views from its window even more breathtaking. The reception staff speaks a good amount of English and is available 24 hours a day. They will be eager to help answer your questions and make reservations.

Rooms are basic, clean and comfortable. There is a small refrigerator, safe and satellite TV with a few channels including CNN and BBC. The bathroom though a bit small as in many hotels is new and clean. It has a hair dryer and the usual toiletries. Wi-Fi connection is available in all areas of the hotel. However it is only free for one hour a day. After that there is a charge.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served buffet style each morning. It is served in a small dining area and offers a nice variety of meats, cheese, fruit, breads and pastry along with juice, milk. They have a wonderful coffee/latte machine that blends your choice perfectly. You have to get up early because breakfast ends at 9:30 am.

Hotel Bigallo is a 3 Star hotel. If you decide to book here please note only half of the rooms have a view of the square and the Duomo. Be aware of the proximity to the bell tower. The bell rings for several minutes every morning at 7:00 am. Hotel Bigallo doesn’t have private parking. They offer guests discount parking for the public garage that is located nearby. The hotel doesn’t have a restaurant on its premises, however they have a lovely bar. Overall this is a great bargain hotel and is in a perfect central location.[/tab]

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Phone number: +39 055 216086

Address: Vicolo degli Adimari 2, 50122, Florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]

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Hotel Duomo

The location of Hotel Duomo is perfect. This three star hotel is situated right beside the Duomo and is within a ten-minute walking distance from all major attractions. It is also close to a number of restaurants, world class shopping and the train station.

Sophia, Francesca, Frederick, and the rest of the staff are able to communicate well in English. They are friendly, very helpful and efficient. They will be happy to make you reservations for dinner and museums.

The rooms are a decent size (by European standards). They have been updated. They have nice hard wood floors and are very clean. They are well equipped (toiletries, hair dryer, mini fridge, flat screen TV, safe) and well maintained each day. The bathrooms are remodeled and loaded with fresh towels daily. Terraces are available in some rooms.

Hotel Duomo offers a small bar and lounge area. Their breakfast is very tasty with plenty of variety. A continental style breakfast is offered daily including cold cuts, assorted cheese, scrambled eggs, boiled eggs, bacon, sausages, fresh bread, pastries, yogurt, fresh fruit, juice, coffee/teas. It is included and is totally worth it.

Wi-Fi is available in Hotel Duomo and is free of charge.

Hotel Duomo only has one elevator to the hotel lobby (fourth floor) and steps to the rest of the floors beyond the lobby. It only fits two people at a time.

They close the gated entrance at night. But the staff is available 24 hours and can buzz you in instantly if you choose to stay out late. It can be a bit noisy at nighttime with the street and Piazza del Duomo being so close. And in the morning you will hear the bells from Duomo go off at 7:00 am.

If you decide to stay in Florence to see all the famous landmarks the city has to offer, the location of Hotel Duomo can’t be beat.[/tab]

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Phone number: 0039 05521 9922

Address: Piazza Duomo 1, 50122 Florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]

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Hotel Laurus al Duomo

The location of Hotel Laurus al Duomo is fabulous. It is just a block from the Duomo. It is an easy walk to Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace and other historic sites in Florence. The list of restaurants, bars and gelato shops is endless. It is also a short walk from the Santa Maria Novella train station.

The staff is extremely friendly, efficient and able to communicate effectively in English. They will always smile and say hello to you when passing by. And their service is always very responsive with any queries. The bedrooms are modern, clean and a decent size. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are quiet. They are equipped with a T.V., mini bar, safe and a water kettle. Bathrooms are a good size. They are clean and stocked with fresh towels daily. There is free Wi-Fi as well. Hotel Laurus al Duomo has a good travel library from where you can borrow books about Italy.

The highlight of the Hotel Laurus al Duomo is the top floor with a terrace that offers stunning views of the Duomo. In the morning breakfast is served here. It consists of scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, pastries, fruit, juice and hot coffee. Breakfast might be included when you book your room, if not there is an additional charge. The breakfast staff is also very helpful. In the evening the wine bar is open. It is the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine and enjoy the gorgeous views as the sun goes down. They also offer a limited menu of pasta, pizza and platters of sliced meat and cheese.

Hotel Laurus al Duomo also has a nice little cafe attached to the reception area. They serve really good coffee and delicious assorted pastries and cakes.

Hotel Laurus al Duomo is highly recommended for a stay in the beautiful city of Florence.[/tab]

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Phone number: 39 055 2381752

Address: Via Cerretani 54 / R, 50123 Florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]

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Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo

Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo is a family-run boutique. It is situated near the Duomo. It is within easy walking distant of Florence’s numerous historic sights as well as restaurants and shops. It is the perfect place for those looking to have an authentic stay in Florence. This beautiful building is full of history. It was built centuries ago for a wealthy Florentine merchant family. Eventually it became a palace for the wealthy and political Niccolini family.

Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo is like visiting an art museum in itself, spectacular ceilings and walls decorated in renaissance art. It is spacious and furnished with antique furniture.

The staff is multilingual and very friendly. The service is impeccable. They are tremendously helpful and professional. On request they will make reservations at restaurants, museums and taxis.

The bed and bed linens are inviting and comfortable. Rooms have vintage furniture, flat-screen TVs, and stocked mini-fridges. The windows are twenty feet high (shades are adjusted by remote control) and offer beautiful views of Florence. The bathroom is remarkable and everything is clean and comfortable. When you come back to your room at the end of the day, the staff leaves you a lovely poem of the day on your nightstand for you to enjoy. Wi-Fi is free and they have a computer and printer available to print tickets that you may need. They have a small elevator adjacent to the entrance inside the courtyard. You can enjoy breakfast in a sunny elegant salon. They offer fresh coffee, tea, and juice. They also offer freshly made sponge cakes, yogurt, cheeses, meats, assorted bread, pastries and hardboiled eggs.

There is lovely lady that works the breakfast room. She will cappuccino, hot breakfast if you wish, however that will cost extra.

Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo is great experience and a nice change from staying in a large hotel. This is a great place to stay if you like to walk to all the major attractions of Florence. You will definitely not regret staying at Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo. [/tab]

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Phone number: +39 055 282412

Address: Via dei Servi, 2, 50122 Florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]

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Hotel Savoy

Hotel Savoy is a five star hotel located in the historic center of Florence and very close to the Duomo. The location is outstanding. It is within walking distance to literally anywhere you want to go in Florence.

The concierge service provided by Ruggero and Marco will help with any reservation that you need to book. If you want museum tickets, let them get it for you so you can avoid the long queues at the entrance door. The entire staff, including the doorman is truly professional. They are extremely gracious and very polite. They are warm and friendly and they will make you feel like you are returning guests. Nothing is ever a problem and everything they do is done with a smile. They will go out of their way to insure every whim is satisfied.

Rooms are elegant, quiet and clean. Amenities in the room are just right and adequate. The beds and pillows are comfortable. Bathrooms are a decent size and are decorated in the finest Tuscan marble.

There is a small gym in the hotel with a view of the Duomo. One downside to Hotel Savoy is that you have pay for Wi-Fi.

Breakfast buffet is plentiful, everything is fresh and the choices are endless. They offer a wide selection of the usual continental choices.

The restaurant located in the front of Hotel Savoy is one of the best in-house places to eat or just have a drink. The food is delicious and the service is the best. You can sit on the pavement terrace. It is well shaded and a terrific location for watching the activities in the Piazza della Repubblica.

If you are looking for quality, comfort and impeccable services then Hotel Savoy is for you. If you decide to stay at Hotel Savoy, try and book a room on the front side. It offers an amazing view facing the Piazza della Repubblica.[/tab]

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Phone number: +39 055 27351

Address: Piazza della Repubblica, 7, 50123 florence, Italy[/tab][end_tabset]