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Hotel California

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Historic Centre of Florence
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Front of property - evening/night
Double Room Single Use
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Via Ricasoli 30, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    1 min walk
  • Gallery of the Academy of Florence
    2 min walk
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    3 min walk
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    33 min drive

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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About the area

Florence

At Hotel California you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Historic Centre of Florence and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free continental breakfast. .The restaurant, California (7:30-9:30 PM), serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Duomo hotel include Piazza del Duomo and Central Market.

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 1 min walk
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 3 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 4 min walk
  • Uffizi Gallery - 11 min walk
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Unità Tram Stop - 9 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Ménagère - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Ricasoli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Twist Bistrot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Giglio d'Oro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rosalia Salad Gourmet - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Historic Centre of Florence
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily.

A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel California. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Florence hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hotel California offers 49 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • California (7:30-9:30 PM)

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Spring Break deposit: EUR 30 per night (for guests aged under 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

California Florence
Hotel California Florence
Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Florence
Hotel California Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel California?

Hotel California offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel California?

As of 16 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California on 18 Nov 2024 start from AU$118.54, 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 California serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel California?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel California?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel California's onsite restaurant that serves Italian cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel California?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel California?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel California Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 753 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 753 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 753 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 753 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 753 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest hotels I stayed in. Huge and beautiful room. Great breakfast and super nice staff. Walkable to main attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carmela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

mariana

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station and most places to visit Uncomfortable beds, unclean sheets , they don’t provide toiletries every day , they don’t change towels daily. Lots of mosquitoes in the room , even dead mosquitoes in the walls , very unclean Very week WiFi They only provide bed sheets for covers no more They also have not options in breakfast Laundry service is 18 euro per kilo , that is insane
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hyun Joo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is within walking distance
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

marzieh

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location but it was not a 4 Start hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel is very convenient because it’s close to most of all the attractions in Florence. A couple of blocks from the David statue, like 5min walking from the Duomo and the rest. The breakfast was very good and the staff were friendly. The bathroom is big enough but the shower is too small, that’s the only thing I didn’t like about the hotel but besides that I have nothing else to complain. I would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliane Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Buena habitación y ubicación
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in the perfect spot to visit EVERYTHING !! But be prepared to leave your room key at the front desk every time you leave the hotel …
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The city tax has to be paid by cash, can’t use credit card. It is really not convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guido

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location from train and main attractions staff are a big help and friendly rooms were pretty big
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Bonar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel California was a nice hotel in the center of Florence, within a few blocks of the Duomo. And we really enjoyed the view from our room that overlooks the Dome of the cathedral. Easy check-in with the hotel front desk. Since it's an older hotel, you do have to navigate corridors and steps to get to your room so it's not super accessible. The room has a classic look but the bathroom has been renovated and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

SUSAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the location was amazing , food is great. Hotel staff are helpful. we enjoyed the evening terrace bar and views from hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well located, convenient rooms for families and groups of 4 if sharing a room. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to be in the center of all things Florence, this is a great location. You can walk to everything. Food, historic attracts, bars, shopping…within steps of the hotel. We stayed just one night for 24hrs in Florence. The hotel is older, but in good condition. We were greeted warmly by the staff. We paid online so check in was mostly seamless. We were asked to pay the city tax in Euros, which we didn’t have. All the other hotels accepted a credit card for the city tax. After pointing that out we were instructed that we could pay it later…with euros. Our room was great. Big comfy bed, remodeled bathroom with plenty of space, and a private patio. It is viewable from other rooms, but only accessible from our room. Sheets and towels were great and I appreciated the larger shower. It was very quiet in our room. We could hear our neighbor going in and out of their room, but that didn’t bother us. Breakfast was decent. Good selection of meats and cheeses, yogurts, hot scrambled or boiled eggs, and a variety of pastries and breads. There are two coffee machines for coffee/espresso drinks. There were three types of juice offered and bottled water. Limited cereal options. Parking…you will need to park in a garage. There is one right next to the hotel, but I’m not sure what the daily fee. It will be a challenge to get to it as the streets are narrow with lots of people, but it can be done. All in all it was a really great stay. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel with attentive and kind staff. Classic Florentine design. Pictures do not do it justice. Very clean and quiet. Checked out at check out time and stayed in the charming lobby almost 2 hours awaiting my travel companion - hard to leave!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katalin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time at Hotel California
The rooms were nice, glad they had a breakfast and parking was the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Manuel, Long Beach

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Yaliana

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Amalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a little confusing inside
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024