Melody House is a welcoming bed and breakfast located in the Santa Maria Novella district of Florence, 400 metres from Fortezza da Basso and close to the main train station.
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Melody House is a bed & breakfast located in Florence, in the Santa Maria Novella district, just 400 metres from Fortezza da Basso. The property offers a functional environment for those wishing to explore the Tuscan historical centre starting from a location well served by public transport and close to the main train station.
The accommodations are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, heating, and a kettle for preparing tea and coffee. Depending on the chosen room type, units feature either a private or shared bathroom, providing options suited to different stay requirements and budgets.
Every morning, an Italian breakfast with sweet and savoury products is served. Guest amenities include free WiFi throughout the property, an elevator, and a shared lounge. The guest house is 800 metres from Santa Maria Novella Station and approximately 1.1 km from Palazzo Strozzi.
The accommodations at Melody House consist of various room types, including double, twin, triple, and family options capable of accommodating up to three guests. All rooms feature a private entrance and are equipped with air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, and an electric kettle for tea and coffee. The spaces feature marble-tiled floors, a wardrobe, and a desk.
The range of rooms allows guests to choose between options with an en-suite or external private bathroom complete with shower and hairdryer, and more essential rooms with a shared bathroom. Bed layouts vary between single beds, large double beds, and futons to suit different preferences. The entire property does not offer cots or extra beds.
This 18 m² room features a private entrance, air conditioning, and heating. It offers a shared bathroom with a shower and hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV, and tiled floors.
15 m² room equipped with a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. It features an independent entrance, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, and a kettle for hot drinks.
Spacious 19 m² room capable of accommodating up to three guests on three futons. It includes a private entrance, air conditioning, electric kettle, wardrobe, TV, and shared bathroom.
This is the largest accommodation in the property (22 m²), equipped for three people with three beds and a sofa. It includes a private bathroom located outside the room, air conditioning, and a TV.
18 m² triple accommodation featuring an en-suite bathroom with shower. It offers a private entrance, air conditioning, heating, a flat-screen TV, and hot drink preparation facilities.
Melody House offers guests a range of facilities designed to ensure a comfortable stay in the heart of Florence. Free WiFi covers the entire property, providing high-speed internet access in both common areas and guest rooms. The building features an elevator, making upper floor access easy even for guests traveling with heavy luggage.
In the morning, guests can enjoy an Italian breakfast featuring a selection of sweet and savoury items. The indoor areas of the property are entirely non-smoking and equipped with heating and air conditioning. For added convenience during your stay, daily housekeeping, a shared lounge, and invoice requests are available.
Melody House is located along Viale Fratelli Rosselli 47, in the Santa Maria Novella neighbourhood in Florence, at an altitude of approximately 50 metres above sea level. The property stands just 400 metres from the entrance of Fortezza da Basso, the city’s main exhibition and convention centre, home to major international events. The surrounding area offers a wide selection of dining venues, from ethnic restaurants like Salaam Bombay just 10 metres away and Haveli at 100 metres, to traditional pubs and cafes along the main street.
Convenient access to public transport makes getting around exceptionally easy for all types of visitors. Florence Porta al Prato train station is just 450 metres away, while the main Santa Maria Novella station is only 500 metres away and can be reached with a short walk of about 6 minutes. For flight connections, Florence Peretola Airport is located 4.2 km away, conveniently served by the city’s T2 tram line.
From the guest house, visitors can explore Florence’s artistic heritage mostly on foot without needing motor transport. Just 750 metres away lies Cascine Park, the city’s main green space ideal for running or walking. Walking towards the city centre brings you to Palazzo Strozzi at 1.1 km, the monumental complex of Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore at 1.2 km, and the Accademia Gallery at 1.3 km. The famous Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery are 1.5 km away, while Piazzale Michelangelo is about 2.5 km away, offering unforgettable panoramic views.
Guests particularly appreciate the excellent hospitality of the staff and the careful cleanliness of the rooms. The location close to the station and Fortezza da Basso is also highly rated, along with the high quality of the free WiFi connection.
Room prices at Melody House depend on the selected dates, number of guests, and room type. You can check the updated price from our search partners for your travel dates.
Melody House is located at Viale Fratelli Rosselli 47, in the Santa Maria Novella district of Florence, just 400 metres from Fortezza da Basso and 500 metres from the train station.
At Melody House, check-in is available from 12:00 to 15:30, while check-out must be completed by 10:30.
Yes, Melody House provides guests with an Italian breakfast featuring sweet and savoury items.
No, pets are not allowed at Melody House.
No, Melody House does not have private on-site parking.
Yes, Melody House offers free WiFi internet access in all rooms and common areas.
