B&B Santa Maria Novella – A Favorite for Families in Florence
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
B&B Santa Maria Novella offers six room types: Elegance, Superior, and Family rooms. All units feature a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bidet, air conditioning, 32-inch Samsung LCD TV with WebTV, minibar, electric kettle with coffee and tea, safety box, and free WiFi. Some rooms include a balcony or patio with inner courtyard views. The property uses Italian-made Dorelan mattresses and Scavolini furniture.
Dining & Breakfast
A continental breakfast buffet is served daily in the shared living area, including eggs, cold cuts, pastries, fresh fruit, milk, juices, cereals, yogurt, and jams. Guests can choose from a coffee menu, tea selection, or hot chocolate options. Breakfast can be served in-room or on private outdoor spaces for a supplement. Italian wines and beers are available for tasting.
Location & Transportation
Located in Porta al Prato, the B&B is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station and 4 km from Florence Airport. It provides easy access to Fortezza da Basso exhibition center, Congress Centre, Opera di Firenze concert hall, and Stazione Leopolda. The historic center and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are within walking distance. Limited parking spaces are available in front of the building, with valet service when full.
Services & Amenities
The property offers concierge services for museum ticket reservations (including Uffizi Gallery and Vasari Corridor), theater show bookings, and guided tours. Transfer services from the train station and airport are available. The staff can arrange cooking classes for Florentine steak, wine tasting in Chianti region, and personalized tours to Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, and other Tuscan destinations. Dry cleaning/laundry services and a shared communal kitchen are provided.
Nearby Attractions
The B&B is close to Santa Maria Novella Basilica and Museum, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, Cascine Park, and Torrigiani Garden. Major landmarks including Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and the Duomo are within 2 km. The area features restaurants like Antico Vinaio for schiacciate sandwiches and Il Trippaio di San Frediano for traditional tripe dishes. The Mall and Barberino designer outlets are located outside the city.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Lift
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
