Guest house located in the historical centre of Florence, between Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo, offering free WiFi and traditional Tuscan-style accommodation.
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Dante’s Relais is a guest house located in the heart of Florence, just 100 metres from Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi Gallery. Set in a historic building in Piazza dei Cimatori, the property offers a prime location to explore the wonders of the historical centre on foot.
The accommodations are distinguished by classic Tuscan charm, enhanced by characteristic terracotta floors and exposed wooden beam ceilings. Each room features a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, flat-screen TV, free WiFi, heating, and a fan to ensure a practical and essential stay.
The central location allows guests to reach the famous Ponte Vecchio and the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in just a five-minute walk, while Santa Maria Novella railway station is less than a fifteen-minute walk away. The guest house welcomes pets free of charge and serves as a functional base for visiting Florence’s main museums.
The accommodations at Dante’s Relais are designed to offer an essential and comfortable stay in the centre of Florence, combining elements of traditional Tuscan architecture with functional amenities. All options include a private bathroom with shower or bidet, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, independent heating, fan, and free WiFi.
The range of rooms varies by size and bed configuration, offering options from 12-square-metre Economy solutions to more spacious 18-square-metre Queen Deluxe accommodations with a sofa. Each room enjoys a pleasant city view and features period details such as tile or terracotta floors and exposed beam ceilings, ideal for those seeking a practical stopover steps away from the monuments.
14-square-metre accommodation featuring traditional terracotta floors and exposed wooden beam ceilings. It includes a large double bed, private bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV, and city view.
A more compact 12-square-metre option, the Economy Double Room offers a functional solution with a large double bed, wardrobe, heating, private bathroom with shower, and city street views.
The property’s largest unit, measuring 18 square metres, features a French double bed, a comfortable sofa area, private bathroom with shower and bidet, along with a glimpse of the city.
16-square-metre room fitted with a French double bed, tiled floor, private bathroom with shower, wardrobe, heating, and a pleasant view of the surrounding urban setting.
Dante’s Relais guarantees its guests a series of services aimed at facilitating their stay in the heart of Florence’s historical centre. The entire property is covered by high-speed free WiFi and is completely non-smoking. Pets are welcome at no extra charge, making the guest house suitable for those travelling with four-legged companions.
Safety and comfort amenities include key access, smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, and CCTV in common areas. To ensure peace and quiet for all guests, quiet hours are observed at night. While the property does not feature private parking or an internal restaurant, its position in Piazza dei Cimatori allows immediate access to a vast selection of local eateries, bars, and traditional trattorias.
Dante’s Relais is located in Piazza dei Cimatori, a picturesque corner of the Uffizi district in the historical centre of Florence, situated at an altitude of about 50 metres above sea level. The square takes its name from the ancient wool-shearing trade and is set in the medieval area tied to the Supreme Poet, just 50 metres from the Dante’s House Museum and 40 metres from the Oratory of Buonomini di San Martino. This pedestrian area is renowned for its charming alleyways filled with artisan shops, historic cafes, and Tuscan trattorias.
Getting to the main monuments and transport hubs is extremely convenient: the Uffizi Gallery and Piazza della Signoria are 300 and 100 metres away respectively, while Piazza del Duomo can be reached with a 250-metre stroll. The famous Ponte Vecchio is just 400 metres away. For train travellers, Santa Maria Novella railway station is 850 metres away, walkable in about 15 minutes. Florence Peretola Airport is located just 5 km away and is connected to the city centre via the tramway line.
The location allows guests to organize walking cultural itineraries in any season of the year. In addition to the famous Renaissance masterpieces preserved at the Bargello Museum 100 metres away and the Accademia Gallery 700 metres away, in summer you can walk to Pitti Palace (800 metres) or head up to Piazzale Michelangelo, 1.1 km away, to admire the sunset over the city. During the winter season, proximity to museums and theatres makes the property a comfortable base for art tours sheltered from the elements.
Guests highly appreciate the central location in the heart of Florence, the helpfulness of the staff, and the good WiFi connection. Scores reflect a satisfying stay with positive feedback on cleanliness and value for money of the rooms.
Rates for a stay at Dante’s Relais vary depending on dates, seasonality, and room selected. You can check the updated price from our search partners for your travel dates.
Check-in at Dante’s Relais is available from 12:00 to 20:00, while check-out must be completed between 09:00 and 10:30.
Yes, Dante’s Relais accepts pets upon request at no extra charge.
Yes, Dante’s Relais offers free WiFi throughout all rooms and property areas.
No, breakfast is not served at Dante’s Relais, but numerous bars and cafes can be found in the immediate vicinity.
No, Dante’s Relais does not have private parking, as it is located within the pedestrian area of Florence’s historical centre.
Dante’s Relais is about 850 metres from Santa Maria Novella railway station, reachable in approximately 15 minutes on foot.
