Hotel Alba Palace

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

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Breakfast area
Standard Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Via Della Scala 22, Florence, FI, 50123
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Quadruple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Florence

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Historic Centre of Florence hotel, you'll find Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Also, Ponte Vecchio is within half a mile (1 km) and Uffizi Gallery is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 4 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fratelli Cuore - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Pastella - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Dall’Oste - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Joshua Tree Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Grotta di Leo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alba Palace

3-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
As a guest of Hotel Alba Palace, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Hotel Alba Palace also features room service (during limited hours), express check-out, and a front-desk safe. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Florence hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1800
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Alba Palace offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars (stocked with some free items). Televisions come with satellite channels and video-game consoles. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (EUR 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance. This property is located in the limited traffic zone of Florence, which requires registration of license number and a fee of EUR 1 per entry.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered valet parking fee: EUR 30 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number IT048017A1R9BEBWQP

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 November to 30 April.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Alba Palace to the airport?

Hotel Alba Palace is 4.4 mi (26-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Alba Palace?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Alba Palace on Dec 8, 2025 start from $120.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Alba Palace have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Alba Palace.

Does Hotel Alba Palace offer free breakfast?

Hotel Alba Palace does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Alba Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Alba Palace?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Alba Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for EUR 30 per day.

Does Hotel Alba Palace have a pool?

Hotel Alba Palace does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Alba Palace have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Alba Palace to downtown Florence?

Hotel Alba Palace is 0.5 mi away from Florence.

Reviews

Hotel Alba Palace Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 566 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Afaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, breakfast offering a lot of options and top location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Frisco

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with personality. I actually felt like I was back in time. Excellent location. We walked everywhere. And the train station is around the corner. So we came from Roma by train, walked to the hotel from the station. My 68 yo mother walked that distance with a carry-on, you can do it to :). Everything was clean. Had a safe inside large enough for laptop. We have one queen and one small bed. The small bed was not the most comfortable, but manageable. Air conditioning was working fine and you can control the temperature yourself from inside your room. Hot water, amenities, all there, nice. The restroom door is a sliding door, so is not like a regular door but it does the trick. I might be blind but only could find one electrical outlet. Luckily, I carry a power strip so I could charge, camera, battery, and phones, computer all at once. Breakfast was great. Also there is a free drink during happy hour. Nice. Can store bags before or after check in/out before you head out to your next destination. Very nice hotel. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Breakfast Buffet was fabulous - so many options which catered to all dietary needs such as gluten-free and vegan. Staff were so friendly and helpful, particularly with helping store luggage before check-in and after check-out.
Lobby Bar
Lobby Travel Information
Gluten-Free Breakfast Basket
Gluten-Free Breakfast Basket
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast selection is great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vatche, MONTREAL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rossana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

parviz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place stay. Very close to main train station
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

jilene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SUPERB BREAKFAST & LOCATION

Breakfast buffet
Breakfast buffet
Front of hotel
Single room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is a gem. It is under five minute walking from the Florence train station. The hotel staff was nice, the hotel was very clean, and had a very nice breakfast. Also good air conditioning.If you’re traveling with the family of four they offer a wonderful two story room that has a big queen size bed on the first floor and then upstairs a loft area with two twin beds. It is walking distance to all of the shopping and restaurants in Florence. They have a nice happy hour with a free drink on certain nights of the week, but always have some snacks and water available in the bar area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time at my short stay at Hotel Alba Palace! The staff were welcoming and the room was spotless. I was pleased to be able to store my luggage there for a few hours after I checked out while I waited for my transportation to arrive. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very clean. Good breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great experience. I was traveling with my husband and two children aged 11 and 14. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms are large. In fact, our bathroom had two sinks a bathtub and shower. The breakfast had a lot of options and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The biggest shout out and praise goes to Marco, who helped us out in a bind! Unexpectedly, our flights going home to the United States were canceled, and Marco helped us call our Italian airline to get us on a different flight. He also helped us find a hotel reservation in Rome and spoke Italian to the people there and that resulted in a reduced rate. This is a great place to stay, especially for a family. We stayed here at the end of our 14 day trip and really loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This little hotel, just a block from the train station, is a quiet respite from the busy Florence scene. It is convenient to the sights, and provides a generous breakfast. It has an unusually large elevator and comfortable lounge areas in the lobby and third floor balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
A nice hotel with good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from to train station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel very close to the train station and the T2 tram from the airport. About a 10 minute walk to downtown Florence and the sights. Staff was very friendly and even held our luggage for us after check out before we could catch our train to Rome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025