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Bed & breakfast in central Florence, 200 metres from the Duomo. Offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom, minibar and free WiFi, along with sweet breakfast served in the accommodation.

1-star hotel located in the Santa Maria Novella district of Florence, just 250 metres from the central station and a short distance from the Duomo.
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Hotel Margaret is a 1-star property located in Via della Scala, in the Santa Maria Novella district of Florence, just 250 metres from the main railway station. Its location allows guests to walk to the major historical attractions of the city centre, with Piazza del Duomo about seven hundred metres away and Palazzo Strozzi reachable in a five-minute walk.
The property offers simple and functional accommodation equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, soundproofing, and a flat-screen TV. Room options include units with a private en-suite bathroom as well as more essential choices with shared external bathroom facilities, catering to various travel needs and budgets. Some rooms also feature a balcony overlooking the garden or the inner courtyard.
Numerous restaurants, traditional cafes, and venues can be found in the immediate vicinity of the building. For guests’ convenience, a luggage storage service and a drink vending machine are available, making the stay practical for anyone wishing to explore Florence’s artistic heritage.

Accommodation options at Hotel Margaret offer various layouts designed to suit individual travellers, couples, or small groups. The selection includes rooms featuring a private en-suite bathroom with a shower and complimentary toiletries, alongside more basic solutions with a shared bathroom located outside the unit.
All accommodation units feature free WiFi connection, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, and soundproof walls to ensure a quiet rest. Room sizes range from fourteen to eighteen square metres, with some types offering a private balcony overlooking the inner courtyard or the garden. Useful amenities such as a desk, electric kettle, and private entrance are also included for total independence.
An 18 sq m room equipped with a large double bed, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi connection. The bathroom is external and shared with other units.
A compact 14 sq m accommodation designed for single use, furnished with a French double bed, desk, and air conditioning. The bathroom is located outside the room.
A 15 sq m room overlooking the inner courtyard, equipped with a French double bed, TV, and soundproofing. Requires the use of the shared external bathroom.
A spacious 18 sq m unit featuring a private bathroom with shower, private entrance, and a pleasant balcony offering a view of the garden.
An 18 sq m double room complete with a private bathroom with shower, private entrance, and a reserved balcony overlooking the inner courtyard.
An 18 sq m room with city views, featuring a private internal bathroom with bidet and shower, soundproof walls, and an electric kettle for tea and coffee.
An 18 sq m double room with views of the city streets, equipped with an en-suite bathroom, complimentary toiletries, bidet, air conditioning, and soundproofing.
Hotel Margaret provides guests with essential services designed to ensure maximum practicality during their stay in the historic centre of Florence. Free WiFi internet connection is available throughout all areas of the property, keeping guests connected and helping them organize their city visits.
General facilities include a convenient luggage storage service, ideal for those wishing to explore the city before check-in or after departure, and a vending machine for hot and cold drinks. All rooms are hypoallergenic, soundproofed, and equipped with air conditioning and self-controlled heating. Housekeeping staff perform daily cleaning, and accommodation access is secured via traditional physical keys.
Hotel Margaret is located along Via della Scala, a historical street situated in the renowned Santa Maria Novella district in the centre of Florence. The surroundings of the property feature a lively urban setting rich in historic buildings, artisan workshops, traditional cafes, and numerous local restaurants serving Tuscan cuisine. Just 50 metres from the main entrance lies the historic headquarters of the Archconfraternity of San Francesco, while a very short walk leads to the 17th-century Rucellai Chapel and the ancient Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, located on the same street.
For guests arriving in the city by train, the position is highly convenient: Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is just 250 metres away and can be reached on foot in about three minutes. Florence Peretola Airport is 4.8 kilometres away and is directly and quickly connected via the T1 tram line. The area also offers excellent surface transport links to other city districts. Nearby points of interest include Palazzo Strozzi at 450 metres, the Church of Ognissanti at 250 metres, and the majestic Piazza del Duomo at 700 metres.
The position allows guests to easily explore the entire UNESCO World Heritage historic centre on foot at any time of the year. Walking through the Renaissance streets, guests can quickly reach Ponte Vecchio at 800 metres, Piazza della Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio at 820 metres, and the famous Uffizi Gallery at 900 metres. The Accademia Gallery, housing Michelangelo’s original David, is also less than a kilometre away, making the hotel a convenient base for a cultural itinerary in Florence.
Guests particularly appreciate the excellent location of Hotel Margaret, convenient for transport from the station and for visiting the centre. Very positive reviews are given to the helpfulness of the staff and the cleanliness of the premises, noted as well maintained in both rooms with private bathrooms and those with shared bathrooms.
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Yes, Hotel Margaret is just 250 metres from Santa Maria Novella Station, which can be reached in about three minutes on foot.
No, pets are not allowed at Hotel Margaret.
Yes, Hotel Margaret provides free WiFi connection in all rooms and common areas.
At Hotel Margaret, check-in is available from 14:00 to 23:30, and check-out must be completed by 10:00.
Hotel Margaret offers both accommodation units with a private internal bathroom and more budget-friendly options with a shared bathroom located outside the room.
No, Hotel Margaret does not have private on-site parking.