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Map of Florence Hotels

By Santorini Dave

Our Favorite Florence Hotels

• 5-Star: Portrait Firenze
• 4-Star: Calimala
• 3-Star: San Giuliano Inn
• Boutique: Casa G.
• For Families: Four Seasons
• For Couples: Ville Sull’Arno
• Best Pool: Villa Cora
• Near Duomo: Brunelleschi
• Ponte Vecchio: Portrait Firenze
• Train Station: The Market

Map of Florence best hotels and neighborhoods.
Best Hotels: 1. Palazzo Lorenzo • 2. Sina Villa Medici • 3. The Market Urban Hotel • 4. Room Mate Luca • 5. Orto de Medici • 6. Guest House Morandi • 7. Four Seasons • 8. St. Regis • 9. Westin Excelsior 10. 25hours • 11. Palazzo di Camugliano • 12. The Place Firenze • 13. Casa G. Firenze • 14. Firenze Number Nine • 15. Spadai • 16. Arte • 17. Room Mate Isabella • 18. Golden Tower • 19. Helvetia & Bristol • 20. Palazzo Vecchietti • 21. Rocco Forte Hotel Savoy • 22. Brunelleschi • 23. Hotel Calimala • 24. Gallery Hotel Art • 25. Portrait Firenze • 26. Hotel Continentale • 27. Bernini Palace • 28. Palazzo Firenze • 29. Ville Sull’Arno • 30. Hotel Horto Convento • 31. Palazzo Magnani Feroni • 32. Lungarno • 33. Ad Astra • 34. Palazzo Ridolfi • 35. SoprArno Suites • 36. Serristory Palace • 37. Villa Cora • 38. Art Hotel Villa Agape

Affordable Hotels: 39. San Giuliano Inn • 40. Alfieri9 • 41. Alessandra • 42. B&B San Remigio • 43. Torre dei Lari • 44. Drom Florence

My Top Tips for Staying in Florence

Me at the Four Seasons Hotel in Florence.

Enjoying some wine at the Four Seasons Hotel in Florence.

1. Duomo (Historic Center)
• Why Stay: You’re in Florence’s iconic heart, footsteps from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Il Duomo), Giotto’s Campanile, and the Baptistery. Perfect for first-timers who want immediate access to museums and top landmarks.
• Hotel Vibe: Expect Renaissance-era buildings with modern upgrades. Hotel Brunelleschi offers stylish rooms in a restored Byzantine tower, while Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo feels like stepping into a 16th-century noble residence.

2. Piazza Repubblica
• Why Stay: A grand, central square packed with cafés and shops, flanked by Florence’s prime retail streets. Easy to reach any major site on foot.
• Hotel Vibe: Upscale and cosmopolitan. Hotel Savoy stands out for refined design, while my favorite, Helvetia & Bristol combines elaborate interiors with friendly attentive service.

3. Piazza della Signoria & Uffizi Vicinity
• Why Stay: Ideal for art lovers – Palazzo Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery are at your doorstep. The piazza itself is a living museum with famous sculptures (including a replica of Michelangelo’s David).
• Hotel Vibe: Upscale heritage hotels in centuries-old palaces. Bernini Palace blends antique decor with modern comforts, and Relais Uffizi is a boutique hideaway just steps from the galleries.

4. Santa Croce
• Why Stay: A lively quarter anchored by the Santa Croce Basilica (Michelangelo and Galileo rest here). By night, the area hums with trattorias and wine bars.
• Hotel Vibe: Mid-range gems to splurge-worthy riverfront stays. Hotel Santa Croce offers cozy, budget-friendly rooms, while Plaza Hotel Lucchesi has a rooftop pool overlooking the Arno.

5. Ponte Vecchio / Lungarno
• Why Stay: Romantic river views and the famous jewelry shops on the medieval Ponte Vecchio. You’re never far from the center’s main sights.
• Hotel Vibe: Typically luxurious, with terraces overlooking the Arno. Hotel Lungarno (Ferragamo-owned) has an elegant, art-filled interior; Portrait Firenze exudes sleek, contemporary style.

6. Oltrarno: Santo Spirito
• Why Stay: Bohemian flair on the “other side” of the Arno, with artisan workshops, quirky boutiques, and bustling nightlife around Piazza Santo Spirito. This is one of my favorite areas of Florence.
• Hotel Vibe: Trendy B&Bs and boutique hotels in converted palazzos. Palazzo Guadagni has a rooftop loggia for aperitivi, and AdAstra Suites sits in a private garden for a quiet escape.

7. Oltrarno: San Frediano
• Why Stay: Known for its cool bars, craft studios, and more local vibe than the touristy center. Short walks lead to major sites without the crowd crush.
• Hotel Vibe: Hidden gems in historical buildings. Horto Convento is a restored convent with contemporary design, while smaller B&Bs in 15th-century homes offer a homey touch.

8. San Lorenzo & Mercato Centrale
• Why Stay: Foodies love proximity to the Mercato Centrale for fresh produce and upstairs dining stalls. Medici chapels and the Basilica of San Lorenzo are also here.
• Hotel Vibe: Ranges from simple, market-adjacent stays to polished modern boutiques. Glance Hotel has a rooftop pool, and Globus Urban Hotel is great for travelers seeking a clean, stylish base near the station.

9. Santa Maria Novella (Train Station Area)
• Why Stay: Convenient for arrivals/departures by train or day trips to Tuscany’s other gems (Pisa, Siena). Ten minutes’ walk to the Duomo.
• Hotel Vibe: Mix of business-oriented hotels and historic properties. Grand Hotel Minerva offers a rooftop pool plus sleek design; Hotel Santa Maria Novella has old-world charm by the piazza’s basilica.

10. San Marco & Accademia
• Why Stay: Catch Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia early, then wander quieter streets near the Monastery of San Marco. Good if you want less tourist foot traffic than the Duomo area.
• Hotel Vibe: Classic Florentine style in smaller properties. Hotel Orto de’ Medici offers a historic courtyard and elegantly modern rooms, while Palazzo Castri 1874 features a lovely garden spa. A little farther to the west, with idyllic grounds, is the 5-star Four Seasons.

Best Places to Stay in Florence

Best place to stay in central Florence, Italy.

The marvelous St. Regis Hotel on the banks of Arno River and close to the Ponte Vecchio bridge.

My hotel room in Florence.

Our hotel room at the Helvetia & Bristol in the central core of Florence.

TripAdvisor Hotels (Best Value)

Florence TripAdvisor Hotels

*Note: The top-rated hotels on TripAdvisor are selected by an algorithm based on location, price, cleanliness, service, and amenities. This produces good-value, safe, and reliable hotels but often not the most interesting or unique places to stay in Florence.

TripAdvisor Hotels on Map: 1. Hotel Calimala • 2. Hotel Spadai • 3. San Firenze Suites & Spa • 4. Hotel Milù • 5. Hotel Davanzati • 6. Brunelleschi Hotel • 7. c-hotels Ambasciatori • 8. Palazzo Castri 1874 • 9. c-hotel Joy • 10. c-hotels Diplomat • 11. Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio • 12. Hotel Santa Croce

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