Benivieni Hotel

Excellent hotel very near the cathedral

Lovely friendly hotel in the perfect location in Florence. The room was a good size, quiet and clean. The decor was pleasant and the bathroom was nice.

This hotel is at most 200 yards from the Duomo, close enough to hear the bells, although luckily they don't ring at night! It is located on a backstreet which runs parallel to the Piazza del Duomo which sadly provides a rat-run for the traffic that is not allowed around the square anymore, so you need to watch out when walking to and from the hotel. Otherwise it is in a perfect position for sightseeing, close to all of the major landmarks. Reception is stylish and the staff could not have been more helpful or friendly. All spoke excellent English. Our comfortable room was on the ground floor, opening off from a comfortable airy atrium. It was full of character, with a vaulted ceiling, although the window opened onto a slightly dingy backstreet. The bathroom was clean and modern, with plentiful hot water. Drinks were available from Reception, for a reasonable price. Optional breakfast was plentiful (coffee, tea, juice, fresh bread, pastries, eggs and cereals) if not inspiring. Excellent base to explore the city and so easy to head back to if in need of a rest. It is also an easy walk from the station at Santa Maria Novella for connections to Pisa Airport. We had a wonderful time and would whole-heartedly recommend this hotel as the ideal place to stay if you want to be right in the middle of the life of the city, and not pay a fortune for the privilege.

Ideally situated hotel in centre of Florence one minute's walk from the cathedral. Room was comfortable and receptionists & night porter very helpful. Plenty of restaurants and bars nearby plus a bookshop selling English books opposite the hotel. Breakfast was 9 euros and although there was not much choice it was adequate.

Hotel is in an ideal location to explore Firenze. However, room was a little dated and on the small side. For example; Wardrobe was too narrow for hangers to sit correctly. Bathroom gave space to toilet and bidet, but the shower was tiny. Anyone slightly on the larger size would struggle to even get through the doors. Air conditioning unit dated and rumbled like a 747 throughout the night.