Glimpse Hotel

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Flat-screen TV
Studio Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Studio Suite | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Via dei Servi, 38/A, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Place, Gallery of the Academy of Florence
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza del Duomo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Florence

Central Florence getaway .A stay at this Historic Centre of Florence hotel places you steps from Piazza del Duomo and a 5-minute walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Also, Uffizi Gallery is within half a mile (1 km) and Ponte Vecchio is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gallery of the Academy of Florence - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 13 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffé Ricasoli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Botteghe di Donatello - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Oliandolo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rosso Crudo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Amorino - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Glimpse Hotel

4-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Glimpse Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Florence hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Computer for guest use
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Glimpse Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (EUR 35 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (24 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 20.0 per day.

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 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

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 35 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 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 and cash
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, Mastercard, American Express, and cash.

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.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Glimpse Hotel to the airport?

Glimpse Hotel is 6.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Glimpse Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Glimpse Hotel.

Does Glimpse Hotel offer free breakfast?

Glimpse Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Glimpse Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Glimpse Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Glimpse Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for EUR 35 per day.

Does Glimpse Hotel have a pool?

Glimpse Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Glimpse Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Glimpse Hotel to downtown Florence?

Glimpse Hotel is 0.4 mi away from Florence.

Glimpse Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place went above and beyond my expectations. The staff is incredible. They have coffee and breakfast in the morning and even called a car very early in the am for the airport and somoene was at the desk and provided a "to go" breakfast. It was truly something special. The staff is really great they even offered suggestions for shopping and food. The rooms are nice, especially for Florence where you can get an unsuspecting mix due to the old properties and the location is right in the middle of everything so can easily walk to the Duomo or all the historical sites. I 100% reccomend this hotel. Only thing to note is that the bath tub in my room was quite tall and someone on the shorter stature or with disabilities would have trouble getting in and out. Not sure if this was just my room or not, but definitely ask the staff in advance if concerned. Otherwise, 10/10 and will absolutely go back next time I am in florence.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Front desk staff super nice!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Staff were excellent and very nice. Close proximity to landmarks, restaurants, shops etc
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CARLOS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very centric and safe location. Super nice staff, willing to assist you all the time. This is beautiful boutique hotel. Nice rooms.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very well done. Very comfortable king bed. It was clean, quiet, and quaint. Walking distance from everything. All my wife and did was walk around and we enjoyed every moment. Staff and concierge were extremely helpful and accommodating - it was perhaps the best part of the hotel. They never said no. I will definitly come back here when I revisit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

KARINA, Hubbardston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great walkable location near main attractions. Friendly staff. Clean rooms. A small hotel with breakfast included that suits a one- or two-night stay in Florence. Paid parking is just steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Duomo, very nicely decorated, excellent breakfast, friendly staff. Only thing that we didn’t love was the air conditioning didn’t work very well and the room was a bit too warm for a truly relaxing sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our visit! Perfect accommodations in middle of everything. Food and service were excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel! Everyone was so helpful and nice! Amazing location and walking distance from everything. The breakfast was delicious. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in the heart of Florence. Staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTIN

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to check in late on a sunday night, and I was a bit worried about how it would go, but the experience was fantastic from the moment I arrived. There was someone at the front desk ready to greet me, which was such a relief after a long day of travel. To top it off, they offered me complimentary champagne at check-in—a wonderful touch that made me feel welcome right away! The staff also arranged a late checkout for me, which was incredibly helpful and allowed me to enjoy my stay without feeling rushed. Overall, the service was outstanding, and the little extras really made a difference. I would highly recommend this hotel and will definitely be back! Location is perfect as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mojgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Glimpse Hotel is in an excellent location—walking distance to all the main sights, making it ideal for first-time visitors. The central setting does mean it can be noisy, but that’s expected in such a vibrant area. The service was outstanding—staff were friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Breakfast was excellent with great variety and quality. A few drawbacks to note: the mattress wasn’t very comfortable, the shower is inside a high bathtub which can be difficult to get in and out, and there’s no real lobby area to relax. Overall, a great base for exploring Florence.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful experience! Very nice hotel, with great staff! Ovidio was just amazing, he welcomed us, showed us everything we needed to know about Florence on the map, got us reservations for a guided tour of the Acadamia, made dinner reservations, and was so very helpful. At breakfast, Yulia was so nice and friendly. All the staff were helpful, but these two were just exceptional!! The hotel is very nice, clean, comfortable, updated, walkable to most everything in Florence, and not on an overly crowded street. We would definatley recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dario

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very clean and the most amazing and helpful staff! Would 100% recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Fort Worth

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and family feeling made this hotel amazing. We loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Colin

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

Sanctuary in Busy Florence

We had a wonderful stay at Glimpse. The entire staff were so helpful and friendly including Alina, Yulia, Bernardo and Mario. I could not have asked for a better location. The hotel was just a few minutes from the Duomo and everything else was within walking distance. Also the free breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

pablo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación todo se puede caminar pero si hay bulla en la noche
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanja

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura-Anne

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Best hotel staff ever

Really cool, modern meets Renaissance property and conveniently located to the Duomo. The cafe in the lobby area is a beautiful and tasty place for a break between sites. However, the best aspect by far are the staff - I have NEVER met hotel staff this genuinely friendly, thoughtful, and going above and beyond the way that Mario, Alina, and Yuliia do. I've stayed at 5 star hotels that can't compete with this team.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Peoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay for a night in Florence. Rooms were larger than you would expect and we had a queen size bed. Well equipped and the front desk was very helpful in getting us places to go. We left AirPods behind and they called us and arranged for us to get them back. Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024