Il Vagello B&B
Firenze · Italy

Il Vagello B&B

Bed & breakfast located in the historic centre of Florence, in the Uffizi district, a short walk from Piazza della Signoria, featuring air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

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7.8 Score
139 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Uffizi Gallery · 250 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Il Vagello B&B

Il Vagello B&B is a bed & breakfast located in the centre of Florence, just 400 metres from the Uffizi Gallery and a short distance from Piazza della Signoria. Situated on the third floor of a historic Florentine building without an elevator, the property offers an intimate atmosphere and a prime location for exploring the city’s main artistic attractions entirely on foot.

Characterised by parquet floors and functional furnishings, the accommodation units are all equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and a minibar, as well as a coffee machine and kettle to independently prepare hot drinks. The private bathrooms feature a shower or bathtub, hairdryer, and free toiletries.

Guests have access to a welcoming shared lounge to relax, along with convenient vending machines for snacks and drinks. The proximity to the most famous monuments and the easy access to public transport make the property a practical base for discovering Florence’s cultural heritage.

Il Vagello B&B
★ 7.8 · Good · 139 reviews

Plan your stay at Il Vagello B&B

Bed & breakfast located in the historic centre of Florence, in the Uffizi district, a short walk from Piazza della Signoria, featuring air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

Room types

Accommodation options at Il Vagello B&B are designed to offer a pleasant and functional stay for couples, families, or small groups visiting the city. All units feature a welcoming atmosphere with elegant wooden floors and offer individual climate control, free WiFi, a minibar, a desk, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and streaming services.

Each room also includes a coffee machine and an electric kettle to prepare hot drinks at any time of day, along with a private bathroom equipped with a bathtub or shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. The different room types vary in size and capacity, offering views of the historic centre’s streets and historic buildings.

Double Room with External Private Bathroom — Il Vagello B&B
Double Room with External Private Bathroom
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • City view, Bath, Coffee machine

A 20 sqm accommodation ideal for two people, featuring an extra-large double bed and parquet flooring. It offers air conditioning, a minibar, a coffee machine, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and city views. The private bathroom with a bathtub and shower is located immediately outside the room.

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Deluxe Double Room — Il Vagello B&B
Deluxe Double Room
22 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • City view, Bath, Seating Area

Spacious 22 sqm room capable of accommodating up to four people thanks to the combination of an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed. It features a seating area with a desk, air conditioning, minibar, coffee machine, and private bathroom complete with bathtub, shower, and hairdryer.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you wish to stay right in the historic centre of Florence, just steps from the Uffizi Gallery.
  • Yes, if you are looking for a B&B with air conditioning, free WiFi, and an in-room minibar.
  • Yes, if you value having snack and drink vending machines on site.
  • Yes, if you are travelling as a couple or in a small group of up to four people.
  • Yes, if you want to stay close to Santa Maria Novella Station and bus stops.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you have difficulty climbing stairs, as the third-floor property has no elevator.
  • Maybe not, if you are looking for a B&B that offers an organised breakfast service on site.
  • Maybe not, if you travel by car and require dedicated private parking.
  • Maybe not, if you plan to travel with a pet.

Hotel facilities & services

The services provided for guests at Il Vagello B&B are designed to ensure a practical stay in full autonomy in the heart of the historic city centre. The property provides free WiFi throughout all areas, allowing guests to easily plan their sightseeing itineraries, and features a welcoming shared lounge with a TV area for relaxing moments. Vending machines for snacks and cold drinks are also available, alongside a convenient luggage storage service.

All areas are non-smoking and equipped with heating and air conditioning. As the accommodation is located on the third floor of an old building without an elevator, the property is particularly suitable for active guests.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Bath
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • View
  • Shower
  • Minibar

General facilities

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Snack vending machine
  • Drinks vending machine
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Mosquito net
  • Parquet or wooden floor
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink

  • On-site coffee house
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Media & technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Coffee machine
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Il Vagello B&B boasts a location on Via dei Vagellai, in the heart of the Uffizi district and a very short distance from the River Arno in Florence. The building sits within the medieval urban grid of the historic city centre, allowing guests to explore entirely on foot among historic alleyways, artisan shops, and iconic squares of the Tuscan capital. In the immediate vicinity are historic palazzos of notable interest, such as Palazzo Soldani, located just 50 metres away, and the Loggia degli Alberti.

The geographical position is particularly convenient for reaching Florence’s most important museum complexes: the famous Uffizi Gallery is just 250 metres away, while Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Bargello National Museum are about 300 metres away. A short 450-metre stroll leads to the historic Ponte Vecchio, while the majestic Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is 650 metres away. Regarding transport links, Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is 1.3 km away and easily reachable in about a 15-minute walk or by bus, while Florence Peretola Airport is about 6 km from the property.

The area offers endless opportunities for sightseeing and entertainment at any time of year. Beyond the major museums, places of exceptional cultural value such as the Franco Zeffirelli Foundation (200 metres) and Casa Buonarroti (400 metres) are just a few hundred metres away. Crossing the Arno, guests can explore the Oltrarno district up to Pitti Palace (750 metres) or walk up to Piazzale Michelangelo (700 metres), which commands the famous panoramic view over the entire city from an altitude of 104 metres above sea level. The surrounding food and wine scene is rich with historic taverns, coffee shops, and traditional restaurants just steps from the accommodation.

Uffizi Gallery — Famous state museum featuring unique Renaissance art masterpieces. 250 m
Piazza della Signoria — Historic Florentine square dominated by the imposing Palazzo Vecchio. 300 m
Bargello Museum — Important national museum dedicated to sculpture and applied arts. 300 m
Ponte Vecchio — Famous stone bridge lined with traditional goldsmith shops. 450 m
Piazza del Duomo — Religious heart of the city featuring the Duomo and Giotto's Campanile. 650 m
Piazzale Michelangelo — Hillside panoramic terrace offering spectacular views over the city centre. 700 m

What guests say about Il Vagello B&B

7.8
Good · 139 reviews
Staff
8.6
Comfort
7.8
Location
9.2
Cleanliness
7.9
Facilities
7.3
Value for money
7.8
Free Wi-Fi
8

Reviews particularly highlight the exceptional location in the historic centre of Florence and the friendliness of the staff. Guests appreciate the proximity to main museums, the cleanliness of the premises, and the presence of air conditioning and WiFi, while noting the absence of an elevator to access the third floor.

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