Boutique B&B with art gallery set in a 16th-century building in Piazza del Mercato Nuovo, just a short walk from Piazza della Signoria.
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Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB is a boutique bed & breakfast set in a historic 16th-century building in Piazza del Mercato Nuovo, in the heart of Florence’s historic centre, just 150 metres from Piazza della Signoria.
The property combines Florentine hospitality with a refined artistic concept, hosting temporary exhibitions and featuring spacious rooms designed and decorated by local designers. The accommodations are all soundproofed and equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen satellite TV, and a private bathroom. Select room types feature fine details such as marble floors, panoramic city views, or an inviting bathtub located directly in the room. In the morning, a continental buffet breakfast with pastries and fresh fruit is served.
The location allows guests to reach the city’s landmarks in very little time, including the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio. Available services include a tour desk, luggage storage, and access to a nearby parking garage.
The accommodation options at Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB are conceived as unique works, shaped by the taste of Florentine designers within a Renaissance setting. Each room is equipped with modern comfort standards, including adjustable air conditioning, soundproofing, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
The range of accommodations spans from cozy Standard rooms with carpeted floors to the bright Junior Suite, featuring generous spaces of 25 m² and marble flooring. For guests seeking an exclusive atmosphere, the Superior King Room stands out with an elegant open bathtub set directly in the sleeping area.
A 15 m² accommodation featuring modern furnishings and carpeted flooring. It offers air conditioning, soundproofing, flat-screen satellite TV, free WiFi, and a safety deposit box.
Featuring Florentine design elements and elegant furnishings, this 15 m² air-conditioned room enjoys city views, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom.
A spacious 20 m² room featuring a bathtub integrated directly into the sleeping area. It includes air conditioning, WiFi, TV, and soundproofing.
A spacious 25 m² suite featuring elegant tile or marble floors and city views. It has soundproofing, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV.
The range of services at Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB meets the needs of guests looking for style and convenience in central Florence. Shared areas include an art gallery hosting temporary exhibitions, a shared TV lounge, and a terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, luggage storage, and tour desk assistance to plan their city visits. The building is entirely non-smoking and provides air-conditioned, allergy-free environments. For guests arriving by car, a nearby parking garage is available.
Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB is located in Piazza del Mercato Nuovo, in the historic centre of Florence, directly opposite the famous Loggia del Porcellino and just 30 metres from the bronze sculpture of the famous fountain. Set inside a 16th-century building, it offers an immersive experience in the city’s artistic heart, surrounded by artisan workshops, fashion boutiques, and traditional Tuscan trattorias.
The position allows guests to reach the main cultural sights on foot. Piazza della Signoria is 150 metres away, while the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are just a 200-metre walk. The famous Piazza del Duomo with the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is 450 metres away. Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is 800 metres away (about a 10-minute walk), and Florence Peretola Airport is approximately 5 km away.
The surrounding area offers an extraordinary concentration of museums and historic buildings, such as Palazzo Davanzati at 50 metres, Palazzo Strozzi at 200 metres, and the Bargello Museum at 300 metres. Crossing the Arno, guests can walk to Palazzo Pitti (600 m) and go up to the viewpoint of Piazzale Michelangelo, 1.2 km away.
Guests highlight the unbeatable position in the heart of the historic centre and the high comfort of the beds. The cleanliness of the spaces and the originality of the art concept with great attention to detail are highly appreciated, though some note the presence of stairs due to the lack of an elevator in the historic building.
Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB is located in Piazza del Mercato Nuovo 4, in the historic centre of Florence, just 150 metres from Piazza della Signoria and 200 metres from Ponte Vecchio.
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No, Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB is located inside a historic 16th-century building that does not have an elevator.
At Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB, check-in is from 14:00 to 18:30 (with late check-in available until 22:30 by prior agreement), while check-out is required by 10:30.
No, pets are not allowed inside Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB.
Yes, Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB includes a daily continental buffet breakfast with pastries and fresh fruit in the stay.
Porcellino Gallery Art Boutique BB is located in a pedestrian area and does not have private parking, but a parking garage is available in the immediate vicinity.
