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Hotel Desirèe

Via Fiume 20, Florence, Italy

Doubles from: $73 to $104

Review score

8.2
based on 791 reviews

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Located on a surprisingly quiet street near the train station, the three-star Hotel Desiree provides family-run hospitality in a beautiful historic building.

The focal points in the 18 spacious guest rooms are the colorful stained-glass windows, which are original to the early 20th-century building (also home to another EuroCheapo pick, Hotel Fiorita). Some rooms have small balconies, and most are decorated with large paintings of Florence. All are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen televisions, soundproof windows and free Wi-Fi. There are a few mini-fridges to be found as well.

Some rooms have newly refurbished bathrooms with gleaming tiles and frosted box showers.

The included breakfast is served in the breakfast room, made cozy by an old fireplace, wooden tables and paintings. The small bar in the next room has floor-to-ceiling windows that lead out to a terrace. From here you can take in some amazing views of the Duomo and San Lorenzo’s cupola.

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor. This review is based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.

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Essentials

  • Air conditioning
  • Bathroom: Private
  • Elevator
  • Non-Smoking Hotel
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi: Free

Location: Very central

1.1km to city center

San Lorenzo

Just northeast of the train station sits one of Florence's most colorful neighborhoods. San Lorenzo is home to much of the city's foreign-born population, many of whom man the stands at the bustling local market. The area is the cheapest place to shop and snack in the center of the city.

Peruse the stands wisely for real leather bags and accessories, and be on the lookout for fakes. The streets around the market are home to kebab stands and Asian markets galore, as well as cheap clothing and shoe shops. (Read our guide to shopping in the city's markets.)

Choosing a hotel in San Lorenzo is a great option, especially for budget travelers, as cheapo options abound. (Seriously, there are apartment buildings that house independent family-run pensions on each floor!) The quick proximity to Florence's train station make it convenient, and the neighborhood's local flavor makes it more interesting (and less touristy) than more central 'hoods.

San Lorenzo hotels

Local Value

Average Rates are 2% cheaper than other 3-star hotels within 2 km

Review score

8.2
based on 791 reviews

Amenities

Hotel

  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast Extra Charge
  • Breakfast Included
  • Café
  • City tour
  • Concierge/Booking Services
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Elevator
  • Fax Machine
  • Groups welcome
  • Historic building
  • Laundry Service
  • Luggage Storage
  • Medical service
  • Non-Smoking Hotel
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Reception: 24-Hour
  • Room Service
  • Swimming Pool
  • Wake-Up Service
  • Wi-Fi Connection
  • Wi-Fi: Free

Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Balconies/Terraces Available
  • Bathroom: Private
  • Hair Dryer
  • Handicap accessible rooms
  • Heat
  • Internet Access
  • Iron available
  • Mini fridge
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed Windows
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • TV

Contact

Via Fiume 20
San Lorenzo, Florence, Italy

+39 055 238 2382
Fax: +39 055 291 439

Website: http://www.desireehotel.com

Email: [email protected]

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