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About the Hotel

Via Faenza 71, Florence, Italy, 50123

Rooms & Apartments

Hotel Residence La Contessina offers 20 apartments in a refurbished 19th-century building. Rooms feature terracotta floors, high arched ceilings, and classic Florentine decor. Each apartment includes a kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, and kettle. Bathrooms have showers and lighted mirrors. Some units have loft spaces for families. King Apartments consist of two adjoining studios with two double beds and two bathrooms. All rooms have air conditioning, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and safes.

Dining & Breakfast

A free breakfast buffet is served daily in the basement dining room, which has an arched ceiling and terra-cotta floor. The spread includes eggs, bacon, bread, cereals, pastries, and Italian cheeses. Guests can also explore nearby restaurants like Mercato Centrale, 250 meters away, for Tuscan specialties.

Location & Transport

The hotel is on Via Faenza, 150 meters from Santa Maria Novella train station. It's a 5-minute walk to the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and 1 km from the Duomo. Peretola Airport is 10 km away, reachable by taxi or Tram Line T2. The surrounding streets have shops, cafés, and landmarks like the Medici Chapels (350 meters) and Uffizi Gallery (1.2 km).

Services & Facilities

The 24-hour reception provides city maps and museum timetables. A meeting room with AV equipment accommodates up to 70 people. Self-check-in is available via a keypad. Pets are allowed, and children under 2 stay free. Rooms are sanitized after each stay. The interior courtyard has seating, and the lobby has travel brochures and a communal TV area.

Nearby Attractions

Key sites within walking distance include the Accademia Gallery (800 meters), Ponte Vecchio (1 km), and Pitti Palace (1.5 km). The San Lorenzo market is 300 meters away. For green spaces, Torrigiani Garden and Cascine Park are nearby. Via de' Tornabuoni, a shopping street, is 1 km from the hotel.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Quadruple Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Florence500 m

Airports

Peretola (FLR) 6.8 km

Galileo Galilei (PSA) 80.8 km

Train

Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station300 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

EUR 30 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Vending machines
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Via Faenza 71, Florence, Italy, 50123

Map view

Via Faenza 71, Florence, Italy, 50123

City landmarks

Museum

Gallerie Degli Uffizi

1.3 km

Bridge

Ponte Vecchio

1.1 km

Square

Piazza del Duomo

730 m

Church

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

820 m

Museum

Galleria dell'Accademia

870 m

Square

Piazzale Michelangelo

2.6 km

Square

Piazza della Signoria

1.1 km

Museum

Palazzo Vecchio

1.1 km

Museum

Pitti Palace

1.6 km

Landmark

Campanile di Giotto

740 m

Church

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

1.8 km

Church

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

640 m

Museum

San Marco Museum

910 m

Museum

Strozzi Palace

880 m

Museum

Bargello National Museum

1.2 km

Museum

Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore

1.4 km

Church

Battistero di San Giovanni

670 m

Museum

Museo Galileo

1.4 km

Square

Piazza della Repubblica

810 m

Church

Ognissanti Church

1.0 km

Church

Church and Museum of Orsanmichele

940 m

Church

Brunelleschi's Dome

820 m

Museum

Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum

880 m

Landmark

The Boboli Gardens

1.9 km

Landmark

Loggia dei Lanzi

1.1 km

Nearby

Market

Mercato Centrale

330 m

Museum

Riccardi Medici Palace

580 m

Museum

Medici Chapel

430 m

Event hall

Palazzo Degli Affari

260 m

Restaurants

Trattoria Za Za

390 m

26r Piazza del Mercato Centrale

Trattoria Enzo e Piero

180 m

Via Faenza 105 rosso

Lalibela

150 m

Via Faenza 87 Number 87 of the black numeration

Ristorante Le Fonticine

140 m

Via Nazionale 79/r

Trattoria I Due G

150 m

6/red Via Bernardo Cennini

Livio Pizzeria Napoletana

140 m

Via Nazionale 77 R

Trattoria Mario

400 m

Via della Spada 27

Ristorante Pizzeria Da Duccio

110 m

Via Faenza 49r

Trattoria Bondi

130 m

Via Nazionale 45/47 r

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

80%

enjoyed their stay & would return

friendly staff

great location

noisy rooms

challenging car access

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.3

Service

9.0

Dining

7.3

Glenn

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel spans three levels, with clean rooms but potentially noisy due to thin walls and doors. The service excels in meeting guests' needs and organizing tours. The location is central with everything within walking distance, though parking may be challenging. The dining offers a decent selection but has limited breakfast hours. Overall, a convenient stay with attentive staff.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and spread across different levels, but noise from adjoining rooms might be bothersome.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond to assist, even liaising for a wheelchair rental and accommodating every request.

Location

8.0

The hotel is very centrally located, close to major attractions, train station, and dining options, though car access can be tricky due to ongoing construction.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers a decent selection, but breakfast ends early at 09:30.

Facilities

8.0

Amenities include traditional Marche products and housekeeping services available.

friendly staff

noisy rooms

Francis

United States, April 2024

9.0/10

Staying at this hotel was a wonderful experience. The room provided a spacious and immaculately clean space with a unique double and single bed setup at the upper level, ensuring both comfort and cleanliness. The service surpassed my expectations with personalized touches like an exclusive omelet preparation before departure and a heartfelt hand-drawn map of Cinque Terre. The prime location made exploring the city a breeze, being within walking distance of major attractions and the train station. The dining experience offered a nice variety each day, though more fresh fruit options would have been appreciated. The facilities were well-equipped, enhancing the overall stay.

Rooms

9.0

The room was spacious, superbly clean, comfortable, and had a unique double and single bed setup at the upper level.

Service

9.0

The service was extremely helpful, friendly, and went above and beyond to provide valuable information and assistance.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location near the train station and city center was brilliant, allowing easy access to all major sights and facilitating enjoyable walks to explore the area.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was fantastic with a variety of nice dishes offered daily, although the addition of more fresh fruit options would have been a nice touch.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were excellent, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.

Jeffrey

United States, August 2023

8.4/10

Wow, what a gem! The hotel is super spacious and conveniently located right in the heart of the city center. You won't believe how close it is to the train station SMN, making getting around a breeze. The staff goes above and beyond to assist you, making your stay extra special. The only downside? Be ready for some steep stairs in the rooms.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are on different levels but are very cozy and comfortable. Just be prepared for some stairs, especially to the bedroom and bathroom.

Service

9.0

The service here is top-notch! The staff really went out of their way to make me feel welcome and even helped organize a wheelchair for my stay. They're always ready to accommodate any request you have.

Location

10.0

You couldn't ask for a better location! Everything you need is within walking distance, from tourist hotspots to great restaurants. It's truly a prime spot for exploring the city.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was quite good, with a nice variety of options available. The hotel's restaurant is just a short walk away and offers a lovely breakfast selection. However, it could be more accommodating to vegetarian guests.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers great facilities to make your stay even more pleasant. Everything is well-maintained and designed for your comfort.

Great location

Steep stairs