San Gallo Guesthouse
Firenze · Italy

San Gallo Guesthouse

Welcoming guest house located in the San Marco district of Florence, featuring air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi, just a short walk from the Accademia Gallery.

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7.7 Score
456 Reviews
12:00 Check-in
Area Firenze
Nearby Museum of San Marco · 150 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 12:00

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San Gallo Guesthouse

San Gallo Guesthouse is a guest house located in the historical centre of Florence, along historic Via San Gallo and just 500 metres from the Basilica of San Marco. The property offers a practical and comfortable base for exploring the Renaissance wonders of the city, located approximately a 10-minute walk from the Accademia Gallery and less than 1 km from Santa Maria Novella railway station.

The accommodations, designed to welcome solo travellers, couples, and families, feature private entrances, air conditioning, free WiFi connection, flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes, and private bathrooms with shower and hairdryer. The management ensures flexible reception service with luggage storage, ideal for guests wishing to visit the city unencumbered before check-in or after check-out.

The central location makes it easy to reach iconic attractions on foot, such as Florence Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria, as well as discover traditional restaurants and typical cafes in the San Marco area.

San Gallo Guesthouse
★ 7.7 · Good · 456 reviews

Plan your stay at San Gallo Guesthouse

Welcoming guest house located in the San Marco district of Florence, featuring air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi, just a short walk from the Accademia Gallery.

Room types

The accommodations at San Gallo Guesthouse are designed to offer practicality and rest in the heart of Florence’s San Marco district. The property features various stay options ranging from spacious quadruple rooms to full single solutions for solo travellers. All housing units share essential amenities, including a private entrance, adjustable climate control, free WiFi connection, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV, and heating.

Each unit includes a private bathroom complete with shower, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. The range includes versatile solutions such as comfort triple and quadruple rooms with city views, ideal for small groups or families seeking privacy and convenience in the historical centre.

Double Room — San Gallo Guesthouse
Double Room
15 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Private entrance

15 m² accommodation featuring a private entrance and a large double bed. Includes a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning, safety deposit box, and flat-screen TV.

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Comfort Quadruple Room — San Gallo Guesthouse
Comfort Quadruple Room
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 4 guests
  • City view, Sofa, Air conditioning

Spacious 25 m² room overlooking the city, fitted with a large double bed and a sofa bed. Features a seating area with sofa, air conditioning, and safety deposit box.

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Comfort Triple Room — San Gallo Guesthouse
Comfort Triple Room
18 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed and 1 large double bed
  • Max 3 guests
  • City view, Air conditioning, Private entrance

18 m² accommodation offering city views and capacity for up to three guests. Includes one single bed and one double bed, private entrance, and independent climate control.

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Family Suite — San Gallo Guesthouse
Family Suite
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 2 large double beds
  • Max 4 guests
  • Air conditioning, Safety deposit box, Private entrance

Large 25 m² suite designed for family stays, equipped with two large double beds. Features a private entrance, flat-screen TV, and bathroom with shower.

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Single Room — San Gallo Guesthouse
Single Room
12 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 single bed
  • Max 1 guest
  • Air conditioning, Bidet, Safety deposit box

Compact 12 m² option dedicated to solo travellers. Equipped with a single bed, private bathroom complete with bidet and shower, air conditioning, and wardrobe.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you want to stay in the San Marco district, just 350 metres from the Accademia Gallery.
  • Yes, if you are looking for accommodation near Santa Maria Novella station, about 900 metres away on foot.
  • Yes, if you require free, high-speed WiFi to work or plan your sightseeing.
  • Yes, if you are travelling with family or a group and need quadruple rooms or suites for up to 4 people.
  • Yes, if you value accommodations with private entrances and individually controlled air conditioning.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you are looking for a property with private parking or an internal garage.
  • Maybe not, if you prefer a stay with breakfast served directly on site.
  • Maybe not, if you wish to travel with your pets, as pets are not allowed here.
  • Maybe not, if you require an elevator or a hotel with a 24-hour front desk.

Hotel facilities & services

San Gallo Guesthouse provides its guests with a range of essential services for a functional stay in Florence. Among the main amenities is the free WiFi connection available in all areas of the property, alongside air conditioning and independent heating for maximum thermal comfort in every season.

The guest house guarantees full privacy thanks to private entrances for the rooms and offers the convenience of luggage storage, allowing guests to explore the city in total freedom both before check-in and after check-out. The entire property is strictly non-smoking and features in-room safes as well as invoicing upon request.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi connection
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms available
  • Shower
  • Luggage storage
  • Flat-screen TV

General facilities

  • Luggage storage
  • Invoice provided upon request
  • Family rooms available
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Location & what to see

San Gallo Guesthouse is located on Via San Gallo, one of the historic streets in Florence’s San Marco district, just 500 metres from the basilica of the same name and its famous cloister. The area retains an authentic Florentine atmosphere, characterized by period buildings, artisan shops, historic cafes, and traditional taverns such as Trattoria Calandrino located nearby. Within 200 metres, guests can reach both the Museum of San Marco and the Natural History Museum of the University of Florence.

Getting around is particularly easy thanks to proximity to major transport hubs: Santa Maria Novella Railway Station is just 900 metres away and can be reached on foot in about 10 minutes, while Florence Peretola Airport is 5 km away. For guests looking to visit the city’s art collections, the Accademia Gallery, housing Michelangelo’s David, is only a 350-metre walk from the property.

Strolling along the central streets, a walk of about 750 metres leads to Piazza del Duomo to admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto’s Campanile. Continuing south for just over a kilometre brings you to the Bargello National Museum, Palazzo Strozzi, and Piazza della Signoria, reaching the famous Ponte Vecchio at 1.4 km and the Uffizi Gallery. The location facilitates visits for short weekend art trips as well as longer stays exploring Renaissance heritage.

Museum of San Marco — State museum located in the former Dominican convent featuring frescoes by Beato Angelico. 150 m
Accademia Gallery — Famous art gallery renowned for housing Michelangelo's original David statue. 350 m
Piazza del Duomo — Religious heart of the city featuring the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto's Campanile. 750 m
Santa Maria Novella Station — Main city railway station served by high-speed and local trains. 900 m
Palazzo Vecchio — Historic Florentine civic palace overlooking Piazza della Signoria. 700 m
Ponte Vecchio — Monumental bridge over the Arno river famous for its historic goldsmith shops. 1.4 km

What guests say about San Gallo Guesthouse

7.7
Good · 456 reviews
Staff
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Location
8.8
Cleanliness
8
Facilities
7.6
Value for money
7.8
Free Wi-Fi
9.3

Guests particularly appreciate the central location of the guest house and the speed of the WiFi connection. Staff members receive positive marks for hospitality, while scores for cleanliness and comfort confirm a standard suited for a short stay in central Florence.

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