Cestello Luxury Rooms
Firenze · Italy

Cestello Luxury Rooms

Refined guest house in the historic San Frediano neighborhood of Florence, a short distance from Palazzo Strozzi and Santa Maria Novella, offering elegant air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

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9.2 Score
213 Reviews
16:00 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Palazzo Strozzi · 700 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 16:00

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Cestello Luxury Rooms

Cestello Luxury Rooms is a welcoming guest house located in the famous San Frediano district of Florence, less than a kilometer from Palazzo Strozzi and Santa Maria Novella railway station. The property stands out for its quiet spaces, for guests wishing to explore Florentine artistic heritage while staying in a tranquil, characteristic setting in the Oltrarno area.

The accommodations, spacious and detailed, are all equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi connection, parquet floors, and a private bathroom complete with bidet and hairdryer. Each room includes essential amenities such as a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, coffee machine, and refrigerator, ensuring an independent and relaxing stay.

The location allows easy walking access to the city’s main attractions, including Pitti Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery. Guests can make use of a shared lounge for moments of rest. The property enforces a strict non-smoking and adults-only policy.

Cestello Luxury Rooms
★ 9.2 · Excellent · 213 reviews

Plan your stay at Cestello Luxury Rooms

Refined guest house in the historic San Frediano neighborhood of Florence, a short distance from Palazzo Strozzi and Santa Maria Novella, offering elegant air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

Room types

The rooms at Cestello Luxury Rooms offer elegant and well-finished spaces, characterized by warm parquet floors and an intimate atmosphere. All accommodation options feature a well-equipped private bathroom with shower, bidet, and hairdryer, as well as amenities designed for maximum comfort including air conditioning, adjustable heating, free WiFi connection, and flat-screen TV.

To ensure a pleasant daily moment of relaxation, each room is equipped with a coffee machine, electric kettle, and a practical refrigerator. The selection varies by size, ranging from compact 14-square-meter accommodations up to 30-square-meter Superior options, some of which offer picturesque views of the historic San Frediano district and city monuments.

Superior Double Room — Cestello Luxury Rooms
Superior Double Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view, Landmark view, Coffee machine

The property’s largest room type offers 30 square meters of space with pleasant views of the city and surrounding monuments. It features parquet floors, a wardrobe, heating, and a modern private bathroom equipped with shower and bidet.

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Superior Double Room — Cestello Luxury Rooms
Superior Double Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Soundproofing, Coffee machine, Flat-screen TV

At 25 square meters, this double room includes a relaxing seating area and soundproofed walls to ensure optimal rest. A private bathroom and all essential amenities complete the room.

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Double Room — Cestello Luxury Rooms
Double Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view, Landmark view, Air conditioning

A welcoming 20-square-meter accommodation overlooking Florence, finished with parquet floors. It includes air conditioning, an electric kettle, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom stocked with complimentary toiletries.

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Double Room — Cestello Luxury Rooms
Double Room
14 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Coffee machine, Flat-screen TV

A more intimate and compact 14-square-meter option, ideal for guests seeking a practical base without giving up comforts. It offers a full private bathroom, a coffee machine, and wooden floors.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • You want to stay in Florence's characteristic San Frediano neighborhood, just steps from main monuments.
  • You are looking for modern, soundproofed rooms equipped with a coffee machine and kettle.
  • You appreciate personalized hospitality with top-rated staff service.
  • You want the convenience of free WiFi and entirely non-smoking environments.
  • You arrive by train, thanks to the proximity to Santa Maria Novella station located just 850 meters away.

Maybe not, if...

  • You travel with young children, as the property is adults-only and does not accommodate minors or extra cribs.
  • You are looking for accommodation with on-site parking, as the property has no parking spaces.
  • You want to have breakfast directly on-site, as breakfast service is not provided.
  • You plan to travel with pets, which are not allowed.

Hotel facilities & services

Cestello Luxury Rooms provides its guests with a range of services designed to ensure a practical and comfortable stay in central Florence. Free WiFi connection is available throughout the property, allowing guests to stay connected. Shared areas include a pleasant shared lounge where guests can relax after a day spent visiting the city’s museums and monuments.

For flexible management of your stay, the property offers private check-in and check-out services as well as daily housekeeping. The entire guest house is non-smoking and air-conditioned, maintaining a comfortable climate in all seasons. Additional services include ironing facilities and city tour arrangements.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Shower
  • Pub crawls
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Coffee machine

General facilities

  • Cooking classes
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Pub crawls
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Parquet or wooden floor
  • Heating
  • Family rooms available
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Ironing facilities

Food & drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed

Location & what to see

Cestello Luxury Rooms is located on Via del Leone, in the famous San Frediano neighborhood, situated in Florence’s Oltrarno area at an elevation of about 50 meters above sea level. This area retains an authentic neighborhood feel, famous for its artisan workshops, traditional restaurants, and proximity to scenic Piazza del Cestello and the banks of the Arno. Strolling through the surrounding alleys allows visitors to experience the art and history of a more genuine Florence.

The property’s location allows guests to reach Santa Maria Novella Train Station in just 850 meters, making arrivals and departures convenient. Florence Peretola Airport is approximately 4.9 km away and easily accessible via the city tram network. Key artistic treasures are within short walking distance: Palazzo Strozzi is 700 meters away, the famous Ponte Vecchio is 800 meters away, while Pitti Palace and the Uffizi Gallery are 750 meters and 1 km away respectively.

The Oltrarno area is a base for exploring Florence in any season of the year. During spring and summer months, it is enjoyable to walk through the nearby Boboli Gardens or head to the panoramic Piazzale Michelangelo, 1.9 km away, to watch the sunset over the city roofs. In autumn and winter, nearby historical squares such as Piazza del Duomo, located 1.2 km away, offer cultural immersion among museums, historic churches, and renowned Florentine cafes.

Palazzo Strozzi — Prestigious exhibition center featuring renowned art exhibitions. 700 m
Ponte Vecchio — Historic Florentine bridge with its traditional goldsmith shops. 800 m
Pitti Palace — Imposing Renaissance palace with museums and royal gardens. 750 m
Santa Maria Novella Train Station — Main railway hub for local and national connections. 850 m
Uffizi Gallery — World-famous art museum. 1 km
Piazza del Duomo — Religious heart of the city featuring the Cathedral and Giotto's Campanile. 1,2 km

What guests say about Cestello Luxury Rooms

9.2
Excellent · 213 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Free Wi-Fi
7.9

Guests unanimously praise the excellent location in the characteristic San Frediano neighborhood and the spotless cleanliness of the rooms. The warm welcome and helpfulness of the staff are particularly appreciated, along with the comfort and modernity of the accommodations.

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