Hotel Desiree, Florence ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Via Fiume 20, Florence, Italy, 50123

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“The hotel's location is perfect, just a short walk from the train station and a stone's throw from the city center!”view full review

Hotel Desiree, a 3-star hotel in Florence, is set in a historic building from the 1900s, close to the Palazzo Dei Congressi and just a short walk from Santa Maria Novella station. This hotel provides air-conditioned rooms and a complimentary breakfast buffet.

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel Desiree features 18 Art Nouveau-style rooms equipped with amenities such as free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private bathrooms with hairdryers. Selected rooms offer views of the Cathedral and the Dome of San Lorenzo.

Dining & Nearby Options

A complimentary breakfast buffet is served daily, providing a variety of options. Nearby dining includes Lalibela and Trattoria Nerone, both located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Services & Local Area

Hotel Desiree provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and express check-in and check-out facilities for guest convenience. Safety features include smoke detectors and a security system.

Location & Attractions

Situated in the Fortezza da Basso district, Hotel Desiree is within easy walking distance of Florence's major attractions such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Ponte Vecchio, both approximately 0.5 miles away. Peretola Airport is 6 miles from the property.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double or Twin Room

2 persons

20 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Single Room

2 persons

12 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

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Double or Twin Room Balcony

2 persons

20 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Triple Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“Our room was incredibly spacious and air-conditioned, providing a refreshing escape from the heat and allowing us to relax and enjoy our stay.” view full review

Generous Breakfast

“The breakfast spread was impressive by Italian standards, featuring a good variety of pastries, breads, and drinks that helped fuel our day's adventures.” view full review

Convenient Access

“The ancient elevator made getting to our floor smooth and easy, enhancing the experience for all guests, especially those with mobility concerns.” view full review

Cozy Atmosphere

“The living area of the hotel was inviting and comfortable, fostering a cozy atmosphere that made us feel right at home during our visit.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Via Fiume 20, Florence, Italy, 50123

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Via Fiume 20, Florence, Italy, 50123

City landmarks

Museum

Gallerie Degli Uffizi

1.4 km

Bridge

Ponte Vecchio

1.2 km

Square

Piazza del Duomo

930 m

Church

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

1.0 km

Museum

Galleria dell'Accademia

1.0 km

Square

Piazzale Michelangelo

2.1 km

Square

Piazza della Signoria

1.3 km

Museum

Palazzo Vecchio

1.3 km

Museum

Pitti Palace

1.6 km

Landmark

Campanile di Giotto

940 m

Church

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

2.0 km

Church

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

630 m

Museum

Strozzi Palace

880 m

Museum

Riccardi Medici Palace

780 m

Museum

San Marco Museum

1.1 km

Museum

Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore

970 m

Museum

Bargello National Museum

1.4 km

Church

Battistero di San Giovanni

870 m

Museum

Medici Chapel

630 m

Museum

Museo Galileo

1.5 km

Square

Piazza della Repubblica

960 m

Church

Ognissanti Church

920 m

Church

Church and Museum of Orsanmichele

1.1 km

Church

Brunelleschi's Dome

1.0 km

Landmark

The Boboli Gardens

1.9 km

Museum

Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum

1.1 km

Landmark

Loggia dei Lanzi

1.3 km

Nearby

Market

Mercato Centrale

530 m

Event hall

Palazzo Degli Affari

40 m

Restaurants

Bar Tonarelli

140 m

Piazza della Stazione 19/R

12oz Coffee Joint

170 m

Stazione Santa Maria Novella Con ingresso sul binario 16 e sulla piazza della stazione

I Gelati del Bondi

290 m

Via Nazionale 61/R angolo Via Faenza

Il Cantone del Guelfo

240 m

Via Guelfa

Miya

200 m

Via Nazionale 22/24/r

The Situation Pub

280 m

Via Guelfa 87

Fedora

150 m

Via Ricasoli

Getting around

City Centre

Florence6 min · 500 m

Airports

Peretola Airport (FLR)11 min · 6.8 km

Pisa International Airport - Galileo Galilei (PSA)122 min · 80.8 km

Train

Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station3 min · 200 m

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 100 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:30-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 32 per day.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Desiree provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

Spanish, Italian

Year renovated:

2012

Number of rooms:

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Hotel Desiree, Florence

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Self-catering

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Location

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