Hotel Boston
Firenze · Italy · 3 Stars

Hotel Boston

Hotel Boston is a welcoming 3-star hotel located in central Florence, a short distance from SMN Station and the Duomo, featuring an internal garden.

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8.6 Score
775 Reviews
3★ Stars
15:00 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Santa Maria Novella Train Station · 400 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00
Pets Allowed

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Hotel Boston

Hotel Boston is a family-run 3-star property housed in a historic 17th-century building in central Florence, located just 600 metres from Santa Maria Novella Station and the Duomo. Characterised by an elegant and refined atmosphere, the property preserves period details such as charming Florentine exposed wooden beams and original artistic elements.

The interior spaces offer a relaxing private garden where a buffet breakfast is served during the warm season, featuring fresh products, traditional cakes, and gluten-free options. Hotel facilities include a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi throughout the property, concierge service, an internal bar, and extensive features designed for guest accessibility.

Accommodations range from comfortable single rooms to spacious junior suites equipped with a private kitchen. The privileged location allows guests to easily reach the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and main Florentine museums on foot, with a secure paid garage available nearby.

Hotel Boston
★ 8.6 · Fabulous · 775 reviews

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Hotel Boston is a welcoming 3-star hotel located in central Florence, a short distance from SMN Station and the Duomo, featuring an internal garden.

Room types

Hotel Boston offers a diverse range of accommodations designed to meet the needs of solo travellers, couples, or families. Room types vary from essential single rooms to double, triple, and quadruple options, up to a spacious Junior Suite featuring a fully equipped kitchen and separate living room. Each space reflects Florentine style and is designed to ensure a comfortable rest in the heart of the city.

All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom complete with a walk-in shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Modern amenities include air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar, safety deposit box, and effective soundproofing. Depending on exposure, windows offer views of the city, the tree-lined garden, or the inner courtyard.

Single Room — Hotel Boston
Single Room
11 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Inner courtyard view, Air conditioning, Soundproofing

Compact accommodation overlooking the quiet inner courtyard, ideal for solo travellers. It features air conditioning, high-speed wired and Wi-Fi internet connection, a 32-inch LED TV, and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

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Double or Twin Room — Hotel Boston
Double or Twin Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Garden view, Minibar, Air conditioning

An 18 sq m accommodation facing the internal garden of the property. It allows a choice of bed type, providing a minibar, safety deposit box, adjustable heating, and a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer.

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Triple Room — Hotel Boston
Triple Room
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • City view, Minibar, Soundproofing

Spacious 21 sq m accommodation designed for three guests with panoramic city views. Includes an LED TV with cable channels, minibar, safety deposit box, and a fully equipped private bathroom.

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Quadruple Room — Hotel Boston
Quadruple Room
21 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • City view, Tea/Coffee maker, Soundproofing

Air-conditioned and soundproofed solution perfect for families or small groups. Features city views, tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower.

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Budget Double Room — Hotel Boston
Budget Double Room
16 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view, Slippers, Tea/Coffee maker

Welcoming 16 sq m space equipped with a comfortable extra-large double bed and city views. Includes slippers, hot beverage facilities, a large wardrobe, and a walk-in shower.

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Budget Single Room — Hotel Boston
Budget Single Room
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • City view, Slippers, Safety deposit box

Single room of 15 sq m facing the city, equipped with a safety deposit box, minibar, slippers, and an electric kettle for a functional and private stay in central Florence.

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Junior Suite with Garden View — Hotel Boston
Junior Suite with Garden View
35 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Kitchen, Garden view, Seating area

The largest accommodation in the hotel, consisting of a living room, separate bedroom, and kitchen equipped with a stovetop, microwave, and refrigerator. Offers a pleasant view of the internal garden.

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Small Single Room — Hotel Boston
Small Single Room
11 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Inner courtyard view, Soundproofing, Slippers

Essential 11 sq m accommodation with soundproof walls and inner courtyard view. Features a walk-in shower, slippers, minibar, and free toiletries for maximum convenience.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • You wish to stay in central Florence within short walking distance of Santa Maria Novella Station.
  • You appreciate historic architecture with period details such as exposed wooden beam ceilings.
  • You are looking for a hotel with a private internal garden to enjoy breakfast or relax outdoors.
  • You travel as a family or group and need accommodation for up to four guests or a suite with a kitchen.
  • You require full wheelchair accessibility and accessible bathroom facilities.

Maybe not, if...

  • You are looking for a hotel with free private on-site parking rather than a nearby paid garage.
  • You want a wellness centre, spa, or swimming pool on the premises.
  • You prefer modern skyscrapers or chain hotels over a historic 17th-century building.
  • You want an internal restaurant open for lunch and dinner.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Boston provides a wide selection of services designed to ensure convenience in central Florence. The 24-hour front desk with multilingual staff offers concierge support, tour desk, luggage storage, and express check-in and check-out service. High-speed free Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire property, which is fully accessible via lift, featuring dedicated facilities for wheelchair users.

Among the common areas, the internal garden furnished with outdoor furniture stands out as an oasis for relaxing moments. Dining options include a buffet breakfast with gluten-free products, bar service, coffee house, and room service. Security is maintained through CCTV cameras, safes, and keycard access, while a nearby partner secure garage is available for parking.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Pets allowed
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • View
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hypoallergenic room
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Wheelchair accessible

Parking

  • Parking garage

Food & drink

  • On-site coffee house
  • Fruit
  • Wine/champagne
  • Breakfast in the room option
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

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

Location & what to see

Hotel Boston is located on Via Guelfa in the San Lorenzo district, one of the most authentic areas of Florence’s historic centre. The location allows guests to immerse themselves immediately in the Florentine atmosphere, just 100 metres from the historic Church of San Barnaba and 350 metres from the Medici Chapels and the famous Central Market of San Lorenzo, a renowned local food landmark. The surrounding area is rich in artisan shops, historic cafes, and traditional trattorias.

In terms of mobility, the property boasts an ideal position for train travellers: Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is just 400 metres away, allowing guests to reach the hotel in five minutes on foot. Florence Peretola Airport is only 4.9 km away and easily connected via the tramway line. For those travelling by car, a paid secure garage is available near the property.

Staying at Hotel Boston, Florence’s main artistic treasures can be reached with short walks. The Accademia Gallery is just 500 metres away, while Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is 600 metres away. Continuing towards the Arno River, the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are located about 1.1 km away, making the property an excellent base for exploring the city on foot at any time of year.

Santa Maria Novella Train Station — Main railway hub reachable on foot in just a few minutes. 400 m
Medici Chapels — Monumental mausoleum of the Medici family in the San Lorenzo complex. 350 m
Accademia Gallery — Famous Florentine state museum home to Michelangelo's David. 500 m
Piazza del Duomo — Spiritual center of the city featuring the Cathedral and Giotto's Campanile. 600 m
Uffizi Gallery — One of the most famous museum complexes in the world for Renaissance painting. 1.2 km
Ponte Vecchio — Symbol of Florence with its characteristic goldsmith shops over the Arno. 1.1 km

What guests say about Hotel Boston

8.6
Fabulous · 775 reviews
Staff
9.6
Comfort
9
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Value for money
8.5
Free Wi-Fi
8.1

Guests particularly appreciate Hotel Boston’s convenient location in the historic centre and the extraordinary helpfulness of the staff. The thorough cleanliness of the rooms and the tranquility of the internal garden are consistently highlighted in reviews, along with the quality of the breakfast buffet.

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