Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Firenze · Italy

Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella

Refined guest house in central Florence, 200 metres from Santa Maria Novella station, featuring elegant exposed beam ceilings, balconies and a shared kitchen.

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8.6 Score
1.081 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Santa Maria Novella Railway Station · 200 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Breakfast Italian

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Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella

Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella is a guest house located on Via della Scala in Florence, just a two-minute walk from the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. The property occupies the upper floors of a historic Florentine building without an elevator, featuring charming interiors with ceilings supported by exposed wooden beams and traditional Tuscan terracotta floors.

Accommodations range from double rooms with private balconies overlooking inner gardens to larger family suites. All units feature private bathrooms, air conditioning, soundproofing and free Wi-Fi connection. Guests can make use of a functional shared kitchen and request various additional services, including guided city museum tours, wine tastings and cooking lessons.

The location allows guests to reach the famous Ponte Vecchio and Pitti Palace on foot in ten minutes, making the guest house a convenient base for exploring Florence’s artistic treasures. Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is just 200 metres away, providing excellent transport connections.

Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
★ 8.6 · Fabulous · 1.081 reviews

Plan your stay at Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella

Refined guest house in central Florence, 200 metres from Santa Maria Novella station, featuring elegant exposed beam ceilings, balconies and a shared kitchen.

Room types

The room offerings at Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella stand out for their careful restoration of original Florentine architectural features, combining exposed wooden beams, terracotta or parquet floors and private entrances. The range includes various accommodation options, from double rooms of differing sizes to spacious suites designed to accommodate families or groups of up to five people.

Each room comes equipped with a private bathroom with shower, individually controlled air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls to ensure restful sleep. Many options also feature a private balcony or terrace overlooking the garden or city, along with the convenience of an in-room washing machine and executive lounge access in higher-tier categories.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Balcony, Garden view, Soundproofing

A 25 m² accommodation featuring exposed wooden beam ceilings and soundproofed walls. Offers a private balcony with garden views, an en-suite bathroom and air conditioning.

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Family Junior Suite — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Family Junior Suite
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Private entrance, Washing machine, Executive Lounge access

Spacious 35 m² suite equipped with a private entrance, parquet flooring, a seating area with cable TV, a washing machine and a private bathroom with walk-in shower.

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Executive Double Room — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Executive Double Room
13 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 French double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Private entrance, Washing machine, Soundproofing

Intimate 13 m² space with a private entrance, washing machine and private bathroom with walk-in shower and hairdryer, along with executive lounge access.

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Queen Room with Balcony — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Queen Room with Balcony
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace, Garden view, Air conditioning

Double room measuring 25 m² equipped with a private terrace overlooking the garden. Features air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom.

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Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Double Room with External Private Bathroom
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Terrace, Garden view, Air conditioning

A 25 m² unit featuring a terrace overlooking the inner garden, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Includes a private bathroom located right outside the room.

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Deluxe King Suite — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Deluxe King Suite
55 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 5 guests
  • Garden view, Washing machine, Private entrance

The property’s largest unit at 55 m², comprising a living room, a separate bedroom, garden views, a washing machine and a private bathroom with walk-in shower.

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Superior King Room — Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella
Superior King Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • City view, Private entrance, Washing machine

A 20 m² room offering direct city views, private entrance, soundproofed walls, a washing machine and a private bathroom equipped with walk-in shower and free toiletries.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want accommodation just 200 metres from Santa Maria Novella railway station.
  • Yes, if you appreciate historic Florentine interiors with exposed wooden beam ceilings and terracotta floors.
  • Yes, if you are looking for spacious family suites capable of accommodating up to 5 guests.
  • Yes, if you prefer having access to a shared kitchen for independent meal preparation.
  • Yes, if you desire a room featuring a private balcony or terrace facing the inner garden.

Maybe not, if...

  • Perhaps not, if you have difficulty climbing stairs, as the historic building has no elevator.
  • Perhaps not, if you are traveling with pets, as they are not allowed on the property.
  • Perhaps not, if you require a guest house with private on-site parking facilities.
  • Perhaps not, if you need a 24-hour front desk operating continuously late into the night.

Hotel facilities & services

Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella welcomes guests with a broad selection of amenities aimed at ensuring a smooth stay in Florence. At the core of the property is a functional shared kitchen complete with necessary equipment, where a rich Italian buffet breakfast featuring fresh products and hot drinks is set up every morning.

Key guest services include a tour desk ready to assist with booking guided city tours, Tuscan cooking classes, wine tastings and museum tickets. The property also offers concierge service, luggage storage and free Wi-Fi throughout, alongside convenient options like bicycle rental and an airport shuttle.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Washing machine
  • Shuttle service
  • Tour desk
  • Shower

General facilities

  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Family rooms available
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Luggage storage
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Concierge service
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided upon request
  • Public transport tickets
  • Walking tours

Food & drink

  • On-site coffee house
  • Fruit

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
  • Internet facilities

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Shared kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella is located on Via della Scala, in the renowned Santa Maria Novella neighborhood, one of the most vibrant historic areas in central Florence. The street preserves its historical Florentine layout, with artisan shops nearby, traditional cafes such as Caffè il Cerino 150 metres away, and typical Tuscan restaurants like Ristorante Belcore just 40 metres from the entrance.

The location is particularly convenient for rail travelers: Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is a 200-metre walk away, allowing guests to reach the property in minutes without needing public transit. Florence Peretola Airport is 4.7 km away and easily reached in around twenty minutes by tram or taxi.

On foot from the guest house, guests can quickly reach Florence’s major artistic highlights: Palazzo Strozzi is 600 metres away, the monumental Piazza del Duomo is 850 metres away, while the famous Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery are reachable within a ten-minute walk along historic pedestrian streets.

Santa Maria Novella Railway Station — Main city rail hub located within a short walking distance. 200 m
Palazzo Strozzi — Prestigious Renaissance palace hosting major art exhibitions. 600 m
Piazza del Duomo — The city's religious heart dominated by the Cathedral and Giotto's Campanile. 850 m
Ponte Vecchio — Historic stone bridge renowned for its traditional goldsmith shops. 950 m
Uffizi Gallery — One of the world's premier art museums featuring Renaissance masterpieces. 1,1 km
Palazzo Pitti — Imposing Grand Ducal palace surrounded by the monumental Boboli Gardens. 1,2 km

What guests say about Home Boutique Santa Maria Novella

8.6
Fabulous · 1.081 reviews
Staff
9.5
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Free Wi-Fi
9.4

Guests praise the property’s location and staff helpfulness with top ratings. The thorough cleanliness of the rooms, the fast free Wi-Fi connection and the charm of room features like exposed beams and terracotta floors are also consistently highlighted.

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