1-star hotel located in an 18th-century building in the historic centre of Florence, 250 metres from San Lorenzo Market and close to the station.
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Hotel Merlini is a family-run 1-star hotel located in an 18th-century historic building in Florence, just 250 metres from the lively San Lorenzo Market and a five-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Train Station. The property offers functional and welcoming accommodation in the centre of Florence, ideal for guests wishing to explore the city’s main artistic attractions on foot or quickly reach the Fortezza da Basso exhibition centre.
Accommodations feature bright rooms with essential Tuscan-style furnishings, equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. From the room windows, guests can enjoy views of the city’s landmarks, garden, or internal courtyards. Facilities available to guests include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a rooftop terrace with a snack bar to relax at the end of the day. A continental buffet breakfast with sweet, savoury, and special dietary options is served every morning.
Accommodations at Hotel Merlini combine simplicity and functionality in the centre of Florence, offering air-conditioned rooms filled with natural light through large windows overlooking historic streets, internal courtyards, or city landmarks. Each room is furnished in an understated Tuscan style and includes free WiFi, adjustable heating, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a spacious wardrobe, and a practical desk.
The private bathrooms, en suite in every room, are fully equipped with a shower, bidet, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. The room options include double or twin rooms, ideal for both couples and business travellers, with options enhanced by panoramic views over the Florentine cityscape.
Spacious 20 m² room furnished in essential Tuscan style, equipped with air conditioning, heating, and a wardrobe. The private bathroom comes with a shower, bidet, hairdryer, and free toiletries.
This 20 m² room stands out for its panoramic views over the rooftops and landmarks of Florence. It includes air conditioning, a wardrobe, heating, and a private bathroom complete with a shower and bidet.
Hotel Merlini offers a range of services designed to ensure a comfortable and hassle-free stay in the heart of Florence. The property provides guests with a 24-hour front desk, a safe for valuables, and convenient luggage storage, ideal for exploring the city before check-in or after check-out. Pets are welcome at no extra charge.
All areas of the hotel have access to free WiFi and are served by an elevator to reach upper floors. Shared spaces include a shared TV lounge and a terrace with a snack bar serving drinks and snacks. A continental buffet breakfast with options for various dietary requirements is prepared every morning.
Hotel Merlini is located on Via Faenza, a lively pedestrian street in the San Lorenzo district of Florence’s historic centre. The area is renowned for its characteristic atmosphere, featuring typical Tuscan trattorias, artisan workshops, and leather market stalls. Vehicular access to the street is permitted exclusively for loading and unloading luggage, ensuring a quiet and walkable setting just steps from the city’s main hubs.
The property’s location is particularly convenient for train travellers: Santa Maria Novella railway station is just 250 metres away and can be reached on foot in under five minutes. Only 150 metres away is the historic Central Market of San Lorenzo, a landmark for local food and wine, while the Fortezza da Basso exhibition and convention centre is approximately 700 metres away. Florence Peretola Airport is less than 5 km away and well connected via the tramline.
A short walk from the hotel leads towards the greatest masterpieces of the Renaissance. A 350-metre stroll takes you to the Medici Chapels and the Basilica of San Lorenzo, while in under ten minutes (approx. 650 metres) you reach Piazza del Duomo to admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto’s Bell Tower. Continuing south for about 1 km, you reach Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery, and the famous Ponte Vecchio over the Arno River.
Guests particularly appreciate the location of Hotel Merlini, ideal for exploring Florence on foot and close to the station. Ratings are also very positive regarding the friendly staff, clean rooms, and excellent quality of the free WiFi connection.
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Yes, Hotel Merlini provides guests with free WiFi access in all rooms and common areas.
At Hotel Merlini, check-in is available from 14:00 to 00:00, while check-out must be completed by 10:30.
Yes, Hotel Merlini welcomes pets upon request without charging any additional fee.
Yes, Hotel Merlini offers a continental buffet breakfast featuring sweet and savoury products, as well as gluten-free and vegan options.
No, Hotel Merlini is located on a pedestrian street and does not have private parking; car access is permitted only for loading and unloading luggage.
Hotel Merlini is located just 250 metres from Santa Maria Novella Train Station, which can be reached on foot in about five minutes.
