Welcoming B&B located on the first floor of the historic Donati Tower in central Florence, a few minutes' walk from the Duomo and the Uffizi, featuring air-conditioned rooms and WiFi.
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Locanda Orchidea is a family-run bed and breakfast located in the historic centre of Florence, housed within the historic 12th-century Donati Tower and just a five-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo. The property sits in a frame of great cultural charm, being the historic building linked to Gemma Donati, wife of Dante Alighieri.
The accommodations, furnished in a simple and functional style, offer air-conditioned environments equipped with free WiFi access, TV, safety deposit box, and an electric kettle complete with a selection of tea and coffee. Each room also features a private bathroom with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
The central position along Borgo degli Albizi allows guests to easily reach Florence’s main attractions on foot, including the Uffizi Gallery, 700 metres away, and the iconic Ponte Vecchio. Santa Maria Novella railway station is about 1.5 kilometres away, making arrival and getting around the city extremely convenient.
The accommodations at Locanda Orchidea offer suitable options for solo travellers, couples, or small family groups visiting Florence. The selection includes single rooms, double rooms with the option of separate single beds, and triple rooms, designed to ensure functionality and a comfortable rest in the heart of the city.
Each room features a private bathroom for exclusive use, independent air conditioning, free WiFi, and a flat-screen TV. Guests also have access to an electric kettle with a tea and coffee making kit, a desk, a safety deposit box, and a wardrobe. The rooms are characterized by straightforward furnishings and space ranging from approximately nine square metres for the single to twenty square metres for the triple.
Single accommodation of approximately 9.5 m² designed for solo travellers, equipped with a single bed, air conditioning, electric kettle, and private bathroom.
Spacious 15 m² room configurable with an extra-large double bed or two single beds, ideal for two people and equipped with air conditioning and kettle.
20 m² accommodation able to host up to three people, with variable bed arrangements, air conditioning, WiFi connection, and private bathroom.
Locanda Orchidea offers a series of services designed to make staying in the historic centre of Florence practical and pleasant. Guests can make use of luggage storage, particularly useful for exploring the city before check-in or after check-out, and daily housekeeping that ensures well-maintained environments.
The property is entirely non-smoking and served by an elevator for easy access to the floor. The tour desk provides assistance with organizing visits and travel around the city, while free WiFi connection covers all areas. In-room amenities include air conditioning, heating, a safety deposit box, and key access.
Locanda Orchidea is located along Borgo degli Albizi, one of the most renowned historic streets in the Uffizi district in the heart of Florence. This pedestrian street retains its Renaissance charm intact and is characterized by elegant period buildings, artisan shops, and typical restaurants. The location allows guests to experience the city centre on foot, immersed in the authentic atmosphere of the art city.
The concentration of monuments in the immediate vicinity makes getting around short and convenient. Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is just 400 metres from the property, while the Bargello National Museum and Dante’s House are located 250 and 300 metres away on foot, respectively. Continuing towards the Arno, the Uffizi Gallery is 550 metres away and the famous Ponte Vecchio can be reached with a 700-metre walk. For those travelling by train, Santa Maria Novella Station is 1.1 kilometres away, while Florence Peretola Airport is approximately 5.8 kilometres away.
In every season of the year, the neighbourhood offers opportunities to discover local artistic and food and wine highlights. In addition to visiting the major museums, guests can walk to Piazzale Michelangelo, located about 1 kilometre across the river, to enjoy the famous sunset panorama of the city, or explore the traditional trattorias and historic cafes scattered between Piazza della Signoria and nearby Piazza Santa Croce.
Guests particularly praise the exceptional location in the historic centre and the friendliness of the staff. The careful cleanliness of the rooms is appreciated, along with the unique charm of the historic building and the comfort of the air-conditioned rooms.
Prices for a stay at Locanda Orchidea vary depending on the chosen dates, room type, and seasonality. You can check the updated price from our search partners to verify availability.
Locanda Orchidea is located at Borgo degli Albizi 11, in the Uffizi district in the historic centre of Florence, 400 metres from Piazza del Duomo.
At Locanda Orchidea, check-in is available from 11:00 to 17:00, while check-out must be completed by 10:00.
Yes, Locanda Orchidea accepts pets upon request; an extra charge may apply.
Yes, Locanda Orchidea offers free WiFi access to its guests in all rooms and common areas.
No, Locanda Orchidea does not have private parking on site, as it is located in the pedestrian historic centre of Florence.
Yes, Locanda Orchidea offers a luggage storage service for guests both upon arrival and departure.
