Inviting B&B set in a 14th-century Gothic building opposite Florence Cathedral, featuring elegant rooms, landmark views, and free WiFi.
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B&B Soggiorno Battistero is an accommodation set in a historic 14th-century Gothic building in the historic centre of Florence, located directly opposite the Cathedral and the Baptistery of San Giovanni. This bed and breakfast offers a stay surrounded by Florentine Renaissance heritage, combining period architectural charm with Tuscan hospitality.
Accommodations include finely furnished rooms and spacious suites, many of which provide direct views of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and Giotto’s Campanile. All units feature a private bathroom, adjustable air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and soundproofing to ensure restful sleep in the city centre.
Each morning a continental breakfast is served to start the day before exploring nearby museums. The property also provides luggage storage, a tour desk for booking cultural excursions, and welcomes pets at no extra charge.
The accommodations at B&B Soggiorno Battistero combine the elegance of historic spaces with the needs of contemporary travellers. Options range from single and double rooms to spacious suites suitable for families or larger groups. Each unit is equipped with a private bathroom complete with hairdryer and toiletries, air conditioning, soundproofing, free WiFi, and satellite TV.
A key feature of the property is the panoramic views available from several room categories. Many rooms offer views of the Duomo and the square below, while the suites feature private entrances, separate living areas, and, in one specific layout, a private terrace.
An elegant 18 m² room equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, soundproofing, and a flat-screen TV. Guests can choose between a large double bed or two single beds.
An 11 m² single room featuring direct views of Florence Cathedral. It offers free WiFi, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV.
A spacious 22 m² room designed for up to three guests, decorated in an elegant style and fitted with soundproof walls, free WiFi, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV.
A 21 m² triple room directly overlooking the cathedral. It combines views of the historic centre with soundproofing, air conditioning, and WiFi connection.
An 18 m² room facing Piazza del Duomo, allowing guests to admire historic monuments directly from the window.
A 40 m² suite with a private entrance, featuring a living room, two separate bedrooms, and a private bathroom. Includes city views, a seating area, and an electric kettle.
A 50 m² suite comprising three bedrooms, a living room, and two private bathrooms. It offers privacy with an independent entrance, soundproofing, and city views.
A 30 m² suite featuring a private terrace. It consists of a separate bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed, a private entrance, and soundproof walls.
B&B Soggiorno Battistero offers a range of services designed for convenience during a stay in central Florence. Main facilities include high-speed free WiFi throughout the property, luggage storage, and a tour desk providing assistance with guided tours, walking itineraries, and local cooking classes.
Pets are welcome at no additional charge. For practical convenience, the property features a lift to access upper floors, daily housekeeping, express check-in, and options for continental breakfast or special dietary requirements. Car rental services are also available for trips into the Tuscan hills.
B&B Soggiorno Battistero is located in Piazza San Giovanni 1 in the historic centre of Florence, directly opposite the Baptistery of San Giovanni and Giotto’s Campanile, situated 30 metres from the entrance. The building, a 14th-century Gothic residence shared with the Museo del Bigallo, overlooks a pedestrian area with shops, cafes, and local restaurants such as Coquinarius located 50 metres away.
The central location allows guests to reach major Renaissance sites on foot. Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Strozzi, and the Bargello National Museum are 350 metres away, while the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are within 500 metres. Florence Santa Maria Novella central railway station is 650 metres from the property.
The location provides access to local cultural highlights. The Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David, is 500 metres away, while Palazzo Pitti lies 950 metres across the Arno River. Piazzale Michelangelo is 1.4 km away, offering views over the city. For airport travel, Florence Peretola Airport is approximately 5 km away, and Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is 68 km away.
Guests praise the central location opposite Florence Cathedral and the historic character of the 14th-century Gothic building. Comfortable beds, helpful staff, and room cleanliness are also consistently highlighted.
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B&B Soggiorno Battistero is located in the historic centre of Florence at Piazza San Giovanni 1, directly opposite the Cathedral and the Baptistery of San Giovanni.
At B&B Soggiorno Battistero, check-in is available from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out must be completed by 10:30.
Yes, B&B Soggiorno Battistero welcomes pets and does not charge any extra fees for their stay.
Yes, B&B Soggiorno Battistero offers a continental breakfast for guests.
Yes, most rooms and suites at B&B Soggiorno Battistero offer views of Florence Cathedral and the square below.
Yes, B&B Soggiorno Battistero provides free WiFi throughout all rooms and common areas.
