Hotel California
Firenze · Italy · 4 Stars

Hotel California

4-star hotel located in the historic centre of Florence, just 100 metres from the Duomo. It offers a rooftop terrace, restaurant, and classic air-conditioned accommodation.

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7.7 Score
877 Reviews
4★ Stars
14:30 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Galleria dell'Accademia · 200 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:30

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Hotel California

Hotel California is a 4-star hotel located in the historic centre of Florence, on Via Ricasoli, just 100 metres from the Duomo and 200 metres from the Accademia Gallery. Housed in a historic building embellished with elegant vaulted ceilings, the hotel offers charming spaces and a wonderful panoramic terrace overlooking the city’s rooftops.

The classic-style accommodation comes with air conditioning, WiFi internet connection, satellite TV, mini-fridge, and a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. Room options range from single rooms to spacious quadruple rooms ideal for families, with some rooms offering direct views of the cathedral.

The property offers an on-site restaurant, a bar for relaxation, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Guests arriving by car can make use of the convenient valet parking service with garage. The property’s location allows you to reach Santa Maria Novella Railway Station, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria on foot in ten minutes.

Hotel California
★ 7.7 · Good · 877 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel California

4-star hotel located in the historic centre of Florence, just 100 metres from the Duomo. It offers a rooftop terrace, restaurant, and classic air-conditioned accommodation.

Room types

The accommodation at Hotel California is designed to meet the needs of different types of travellers, offering options ranging from single rooms for solo travellers to larger options ideal for families or small groups. The rooms feature classic furnishings and essential amenities including individually controlled air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV, mini-fridge, and soundproofing to ensure a peaceful rest.

All units include a private bathroom equipped with a shower cabin, hairdryer, and toiletries. Room sizes vary from 11 m² for the single room to 22 m² for the quadruple room, with flexible bed configurations between double and single beds to suit every stay requirement in the heart of Florence.

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

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, Flat-screen TV

Comfortable 11 m² accommodation ideal for solo travellers. It features air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-fridge, and a private bathroom complete with shower and hairdryer.

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Double or Twin Room — Hotel California
Double or Twin Room
17 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, Flat-screen TV

17 m² space decorated in classic style, ideal for two guests. It offers the choice between one double bed or two single beds, and comes equipped with air conditioning, TV, and private bathroom.

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Triple Room — Hotel California
Triple Room
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed or 3 single beds
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, Flat-screen TV

20 m² accommodation designed to host three people with flexible bed configurations. Includes air conditioning, soundproofing, mini-fridge, and private bathroom with shower.

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Quadruple Room — Hotel California
Quadruple Room
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 large double bed or 4 single beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, Flat-screen TV

At 22 m², this is the largest accommodation in the property, suitable for families or small groups of up to four adults. It guarantees air-conditioned spaces, satellite TV, and private bathroom.

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Budget Double Room — Hotel California
Budget Double Room
Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning, Flat-screen TV, Private bathroom

Essential and convenient option featuring a double bed. It represents an ideal choice for a practical stay in the heart of Florence without sacrificing basic comfort.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • You want to stay steps away from the Duomo and the Accademia Gallery.
  • You are looking for a property with a rooftop terrace in the heart of Florence.
  • You are travelling with a group or family and need rooms sleeping up to 4 guests.
  • You prefer the convenience of a 24-hour front desk with a tour desk.
  • You value the availability of a valet parking service.

Maybe not, if...

  • You are looking for a pet-friendly property.
  • You prefer free parking included in the rate rather than paid parking.
  • You prefer a hotel with ultra-modern design rather than classic elements and vaulted ceilings.
  • You want breakfast always automatically included as standard in the room price.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel California offers its guests a wide range of services designed to ensure a comfortable stay in the centre of Florence. The highlight of the common areas is the rooftop terrace, a perfect place to relax while admiring the city skyline. The property also features an on-site restaurant and bar where guests can enjoy drinks and local dishes, alongside room service availability.

The front desk operates 24 hours a day to provide continuous assistance and handle check-in and check-out procedures. Additional amenities include a tour desk, luggage storage, dry cleaning, an elevator, and accessible facilities for guests with disabilities. Guests traveling by car can take advantage of the valet parking service with a private garage for a fee.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Valet parking
  • Tour desk
  • Parking garage

General facilities

  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Wheelchair accessible

Parking

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Food & drink

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Media & technology

  • Internet services
  • Flat-screen TV

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Safety deposit box
  • Soundproofing
  • Mini-fridge

Location & what to see

Hotel California is located along Via Ricasoli, in the historic district of San Marco – Santissima Annunziata, one of the most charming and vibrant areas of Florence. The hotel’s location allows guests to experience the Renaissance city centre firsthand: stepping outside, it takes just a few steps to reach Piazza del Duomo, located only 100 metres away. Here you can admire the monumental Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s magnificent Dome, Giotto’s Campanile, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni with its bronze doors.

Continuing along Via Ricasoli, just 200 metres from the hotel, lies the famous Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s original David and an extraordinary collection of Renaissance sculptures. The area is exceptionally rich in art and architecture: 150 metres away stands Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the city’s first Renaissance palace, while Brunelleschi’s Ospedale degli Innocenti is 300 metres away. For travel, Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is just 700 metres away and easily reached on foot in about ten minutes.

Heading south along Florence’s shopping streets leads quickly to Piazza della Signoria and the majestic Palazzo Vecchio, situated about 600 metres from the hotel. Right next door is the Uffizi Gallery, located 800 metres away, which provides direct access to the banks of the River Arno and the iconic Ponte Vecchio, 850 metres away with its historic goldsmith shops. Florence Peretola Airport is the reference airport and is located approximately 5.3 km away, connected by public transport and city taxi services.

Galleria dell'Accademia — Famous Florentine state museum housing Michelangelo's David. 200 m
Piazza del Duomo — City's religious heart featuring the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. 200 m
Palazzo Medici Riccardi — Historic Renaissance residence of the Medici family with a splendid frescoed chapel. 150 m
Santa Maria Novella Station — Main railway station of the city with regional and high-speed connections. 700 m
Piazza della Signoria — Monumental square and centre of Florentine political life in front of Palazzo Vecchio. 600 m
Ponte Vecchio — Iconic stone bridge over the Arno river famous for its goldsmith shops. 850 m

What guests say about Hotel California

7.7
Good · 877 reviews
Staff
8.2
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.5
Cleanliness
8.1
Facilities
7.7
Value for money
7.7

Guests particularly appreciate the exceptional location in the centre of Florence, a short distance from the Duomo and the Accademia. The helpfulness of the staff and the overall comfort of the rooms also receive positive ratings, while services and cleanliness maintain highly satisfying scores.

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