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Hotel Universo

3.0 star property
City centre hotel within walking distance of Historic Centre of Florence

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Interior
Front of property – evening/night
Superior Double or Twin Room, View | Room amenity
Deluxe Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, slippers, bidet, towels

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Minibar
  • Bath or shower

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room, View | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room, View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Classic Double or Twin Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Classic Single Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Triple Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 23.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Piazza Santa Maria Novella, 20, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 23 min drive
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 5 min walk
  • Porta al Prato Station - 15 min walk
  • Unità Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Vyta - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shake Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Banki Ramen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fiddler's Elbow - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Giglio Rosso - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Universo

When you stay at Hotel Universo, you'll be in a fantastic location, only a five-minute walk from Historic Centre of Florence and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Also, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza del Duomo are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is only a short walk: Unità Tram Stop is steps away and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 42 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (EUR 48 per night)

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 4 November 2024 to 31 December 2025 (dates subject to change).

Children & extra beds

  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 48 per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number IT048017A1SHCBGE33

Also known as

Hotel Universo Florence
Universo Florence
Hotel Universo Hotel
Hotel Universo Florence
Hotel Universo Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Universo currently open?
This property is closed from 4 November 2024 to 31 December 2025 (dates subject to change).
Does Hotel Universo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Universo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Universo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Universo?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 48 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Universo?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What's the area around Hotel Universo like?
Hotel Universo is in Santa Maria Novella, a short 1-minute walk from Unità Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.

Hotel Universo Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The hotel is located on a large piazza with many restaurants and an excellent gellateria and Basilica steps away. The piazza is very loud the Friday night we stayed but earplugs were the trick. Not many amenities, no breakfast, but nearby cafes provide pastries, sandwiches, and espresso. Ten minute walk to the train station terminal.
Martin, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I only recommend one night stay
Josue, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

It was a very good location. The windows did a good job at keeping the sound out.
Tony, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Noisy, faulty electrical outlets and uncomfortable mattress. Would not recommend
Suraj, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

RANIA, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Friendly and helpful staff. Nice lobby, room mediocre. Too hot and could not adjust to A lower temperature. Bugs in room, Shower leaked all over stall and floor, shower water luke warm
Maureen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Matthew, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Great location, near train station, easy to walk places. Very old property but worked for us.
David, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I booked my stay here literally a half an hour before getting off the train and was greeted with great hospitality and an easy check-in! My room was quaint, colorful, clean, and perfect for my needs! I wanted something in the heart of the city that would allow me to walk around and enjoy everything that Florence has to offer. It was literally in the heart of the city, and a five minute walk from the train station, which made it super convenient. I highly recommend staying here at this lovely and hospitable hotel.
Joyce, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Small but efficient room on the 5th floor looking out onto the piazza, perfect location r/t dining, shopping, and sight-seeing and very walkable to train station and tram stop from airport. We could hear music and activities from the restaurants and piazza below until late, but that was mostly pleasant. Staff was excellent. Not luxurious but we’d recommend!
Cara, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was in a great location within walking distance from the train station. The room was fantastic. Had the room with a view of the square. Only thing was that there was no continental breakfast. For the price it could be added.
David, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Everything was excellent, except: Nothing in the room (coffee, etc) Some things are falling apart and lack maintenance. Very complicated to get to by car and park. Parking garages will take your car to another location and may change the price overnight without notice. Get a quote in writing. Again staff was awesome, very helpful and polite and willing to go the extra mile.
Xavier, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Not bad
Carlos, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Very dirty. My room smelled of urine. Only redeeming quality is the location.
Alyssa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, cute room with everything I needed. Staff was very helpful and easy to work with.
Tyler, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Need to be more friendly, cleaner, and offer some coffee for heaven’s sake!!!
Donnell, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the wonderful view over the piazza
Sudheer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jean, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Cindy, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Jarred, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Recommend
The hotel is well located. The personal is friendly
Maria, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Bathroom stinks of cigarette smoke, air conditioner in poor condition, overall was just good for us as it was a 1 night stay so mostly out and about.
Rhiannon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Megan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Firenze Pisa
The room was l ocated on the 3.5 floor, there were stairs to go up from the 3rd floor or come down 1/2 a floor from the 4th, hard to explain. The room was older than expected and the plumbing in the bathroom sink was clogged
sergio, 2-night family trip
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