Hotel Centro
Firenze · Italy · 2 Stars

Hotel Centro

2-star hotel located in the San Lorenzo district of Florence, in a Renaissance palace a short distance from the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo.

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8 Score
1.063 Reviews
2★ Stars
09:00 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Palazzo Medici Riccardi · 100 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 09:00
Pets Allowed

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Hotel Centro

Hotel Centro is a 2-star hotel located in the historic San Lorenzo district of Florence, just 250 metres from the Accademia Gallery and 300 metres from Piazza del Duomo.

The property is housed in an ancient, cleverly restored Renaissance palace that was once even home to the famous painter Raphael. The spaces combine the historic charm of Tuscan architecture with accommodation decorated in typical Florentine style. Accommodations feature free WiFi, air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV, safe, and soundproofing, offering ideal solutions for solo travellers, families, or small groups.

The central location allows guests to reach the city’s main monuments and museums on foot, as well as the Santa Maria Novella railway station and the Fortezza da Basso exhibition centre. The reception staff offers assistance with organizing excursions, guided tours, and bookings, ensuring a practical stay in the heart of Florence.

Hotel Centro
★ 8 · Very Good · 1.063 reviews

Plan your stay at Hotel Centro

2-star hotel located in the San Lorenzo district of Florence, in a Renaissance palace a short distance from the Accademia Gallery and the Duomo.

Room types

The rooms at Hotel Centro are distinguished by classic Florentine-style furnishings, designed to provide welcoming and functional accommodation in the city’s historic centre. The range of options includes various solutions, from single rooms designed for solo travellers to spacious triple and quadruple rooms suitable for families.

All units are equipped with air conditioning, heating, free WiFi, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, desk, safe, and soundproof walls. Most solutions feature a comfortable private en-suite bathroom equipped with a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries, while for those seeking a more essential and budget-friendly stay, a single room with a shared bathroom is available.

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

  • 1 large double bed or 2 single beds
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, View

17 m² accommodation decorated in Florentine style, equipped with a private en-suite bathroom, free WiFi, satellite TV, and desk. It ensures a comfortable rest thanks to air conditioning and soundproofing.

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Triple Room — Hotel Centro
Triple Room
23 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, View

Larger accommodation of 23 m², ideal for three people, featuring one single bed and one double bed. It offers a private en-suite bathroom, free WiFi, satellite TV, and a comfortable desk.

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Quadruple Room — Hotel Centro
Quadruple Room
30 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 single beds and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, View

The most spacious room type in the property at 30 m², designed to accommodate up to four adults. It features a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, safe, and TV with satellite channels.

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Single Room with Shared Bathroom — Hotel Centro
Single Room with Shared Bathroom
15 m² · Shared bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning, Soundproofing, View

15 m² option designed for solo travellers, featuring access to a shared bathroom. The room is air-conditioned and includes soundproof walls, a flat-screen TV, and a safe.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want to stay in the historic centre of Florence a few steps from the Duomo and the Accademia Gallery.
  • Yes, if you arrive by train and are looking for a hotel that can be reached in less than a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Station.
  • Yes, if you wish to sleep in a historic Renaissance residence full of charm.
  • Yes, if you are looking for soundproofed accommodations equipped with air conditioning and free WiFi.
  • Yes, if you are travelling with your pet and want a property ready to welcome it.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you prefer a property with free on-site parking rather than a valet service.
  • Maybe not, if you are looking for a hotel that includes breakfast in the room rate.
  • Maybe not, if you need an extra bed in the room for adults beyond standard capacity.
  • Maybe not, if you require a private en-suite bathroom in all room types and want to avoid options with a shared bathroom.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Centro offers its guests a complete range of services designed to make staying in the historic centre of Florence simple and pleasant. The reception staff provides attentive concierge service, assistance at the tour desk for booking visits, and practical luggage storage, allowing guests to explore the city unencumbered both before check-in and after check-out.

Inside the historic building, there is a convenient lift, a shared lounge area with a TV area, vending machines for drinks, and free WiFi connection throughout all areas. The property welcomes pets and offers a valet parking service dedicated to guests arriving in the Tuscan capital by car.

Great for your stay

  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • View
  • Valet parking
  • Tour desk

General facilities

  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drink vending machine
  • Key access

Parking

  • Valet parking

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Snack bar

Media & technology

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

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • View
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Hotel Centro is located in Via dei Ginori, in the San Lorenzo district, one of the most authentic and historically rich areas in the centre of Florence. The street is characterised by historic palaces, traditional artisan shops, and lively traditional venues. Just 100 metres from the property stands the famous Palazzo Medici Riccardi, the city’s first Renaissance palace, while the Medici Chapels complex and the Basilica of San Lorenzo are less than 300 metres away.

The hotel’s location is particularly convenient for getting around on foot or by public transport. Santa Maria Novella railway station is just 550 metres away and can be reached in about a 7-minute walk, making the property very convenient for those arriving by train. Piazza del Duomo, with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto’s Campanile, is 300 metres away, while the Accademia Gallery, housing Michelangelo’s David, is only 250 metres away. For those attending trade fairs or conferences, the Fortezza da Basso exhibition centre is just a 5-minute walk away.

Strolling along the surrounding streets, guests can reach the central Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the renowned Uffizi Gallery, located about 900 metres away, in less than 10 minutes. Crossing the picturesque Ponte Vecchio, 950 metres away, leads into the Oltrarno district towards Palazzo Pitti and the Boboli Gardens. During the day, the nearby Central Market of San Lorenzo offers an excellent opportunity to discover Tuscan culinary specialities among stalls selling local products and restaurants.

Palazzo Medici Riccardi — Historic Renaissance residence rich in artworks and frescoes. 100 m
Accademia Gallery — Famous state museum renowned for housing the original David. 250 m
Piazza del Duomo — Religious heart of the city with the cathedral and bell tower. 300 m
Santa Maria Novella Station — Main railway station of the city, easily reachable on foot. 550 m
Palazzo Vecchio — Historic civic building overlooking Piazza della Signoria. 450 m
Ponte Vecchio — Iconic stone bridge famous for its historic goldsmith shops. 950 m

What guests say about Hotel Centro

8
Very Good · 1.063 reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
7.9
Value for money
8.1
Free Wi-Fi
8.8

Guests particularly appreciate the excellent location in the historic centre of Florence and the friendliness of the staff. Very positive scores are also given to room comfort and the overall cleanliness of the spaces, making the property an excellent base in the city.

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