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Hotel Desirée

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, connected to a shopping center

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A street with parked cars, a bus, and a building with classical architecture.
A reception area with a marble counter, framed artwork, a chandelier, and a view into the room.
A hallway with ornate chairs and a table, a chandelier, and a door at the end.
A dining area with tables set for multiple people, a kitchen area with appliances, and two large landscape paintings on the walls.
A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Via Fiume 20, Florence, FI, 50123
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with fruit, a mirror, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony

A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Superior Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room

A bedroom with two beds, a window with wooden shutters, a chandelier, and a tiled floor.

Triple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with two single beds and a double bed, a painting on the wall, and a door with glass panels.

Family Room

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

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A room with a bed, a wardrobe, a chair, and a door with a glass panel.

Family Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a lamp on each table, a framed picture on the wall, and a nightstand with a phone.

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double classic

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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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 Piazza del Duomo. Also, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is within half a mile (1 km) and Ponte Vecchio is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fortezza da Basso - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 4 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Alinari - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪All'Antico Vinaio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antica Pasticceria Sieni - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffè degl'Innocenti - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tentazioni Cafè - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Desirée

3-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, connected to a shopping center
Hotel Desirée offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Hotel Desirée also features laundry facilities, 24-hour room service, and express check-in. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Florence hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Desirée offers 18 accommodations with minibars and safes. 22-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (EUR 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are 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. 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 35 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT048017A1X7A5KXY4

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.
  • One child 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property class

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 Desirée to the airport?

Hotel Desirée is 4.4 mi (23-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 Desirée?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Desirée on Aug 26, 2026 start from $97, including 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 Desirée have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Desirée.

Does Hotel Desirée offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Desirée, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Desirée?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Desirée?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel Desirée?

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

Does Hotel Desirée have a pool?

Hotel Desirée does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Desirée have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Desirée to downtown Florence?

Hotel Desirée is 0.6 mi away from Florence.

Hotel Desirée Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 517 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Baris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing staff, nice breakfast, very good location, clean and well organized hotel, great job!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anatoliy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice hotel at a great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel area was the best opción for us just a 5 min from the train station. The staff MORE than helpful! Is I come to Florence again I will stay at this hotel. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guy who checked me in was very nice and made me feel so at home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant and convenient stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhoda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay during your vacation. Location of the hotel is a plus factor, very near to the train station, as well as with the tour places.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Very safe for a young woman traveling alone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eralda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service 24/7. Our family loved the ambiance and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel close to the train station. Wonderful staff, delicious breakfast, lovely rooms, and walkable location. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mehernosh

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

Good place to stay

Great place to stay, very convenient and near the railway station. Excellent breakfast. On the negative side, did experience bed bugs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing, really friendly and helpful 😃 This is a traditional style Italian hotel, a little dated, but full of charm. Loved it 😁.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Nice and Convenient

Nice clean friendly older hotel with a good breakfast. Convenient location to the train and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. We areived before the check in time and were able to store luggage in the hotel. Walking distance to all the attractions and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosana

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

My favorite hotel in Florence!!

Excellent location, very nice building, close to every important spot in Florence and to stores if you want shopping. I will use this hotel forever when going to Florence !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts. Great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train terminal (walkable) this hotel is older but very nice. The staff was great and there were quite a few places to eat close by. Breakfast buffet was good. The old fashioned elevator was a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eralda

Liked: Amenities
Very friendly staff and perfect location to all attractions. The option of storing the luggage before check-in and/or after check-out was a life saver.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniente location one block away from the train station and a few minutes walking to main attractions. Breakfast was always the same, including boiled eggs every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service

Good place for a rest.

Good proximity to the station and walkable to local eateries. Friendly and helpful front desk clerks. Mattress a bit firm and shower small. Continental breakfast was good and staff in breakfast room friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Amenities
Excellent. Great location, very easy to get everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elio

Ok for the budget
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy Warner

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were comfortable, staff very friendly and accommodating. The location was close to The train station yet not at all noisy. Also close to all attractions. We would definitely rerun.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally good for a short stay in Florence - short walk and easy to find from train station (I arrived very late). 15 mins walk to a lot of the main city centre sights. Staff helpful when asked for information. I enjoyed the cake and coffee breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy

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

I would go there again.

All of the folks were very helpful and courteous. The wifi could have been better but it seemed to be dependent on the time I was using it. It was clean and had been recently renovated.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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