Florence hotels - Hotel Donatello, Florence

Hotel Donatello, Florence

This pleasant little three-star hotel in Florence is quietly situated on the Piazza Independenza which lies just a short distance from the mainline train station of Santa Maria Novella and not far from the famous Accademia art gallery. Set in a handsome 19th-century building, the ceilings are high and rooms are light and airy and full of original detail. Florence's Hotel Donatello is run by welcoming, friendly staff who are on hand 24 hours a day to help you plan your itinerary or book museums or restaurants on your behalf; the interior is furnished with tasteful antiques and beautiful Murano glass chandeliers to evoke an old-world atmosphere.

There are 60 comfortable en-suite guest rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, colour TV, air conditioning, internet connection facility, a personal safe and a refrigerated minibar stocked with drinks and snacks. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and this consists of fresh fruit, cold meats, yoghurts, cereal, croissants and preserves, all accompanied by tea or coffee. Bathrooms are fitted either with a shower or bathtub and elegantly finished in fine marble.

There is friendly, efficient, English-speaking service on the front desk and guests will find a range of facilities here including an internet point, a fast dry-cleaning and laundry service, safety-deposit facilities, a currency exchange and a left-luggage and storage facility. There is an attractive garden behind the hotel with a little children's play area and guests are offered a valet parking service. There is plenty of parking to be found in the vicinity of this Florence accommodation.

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Double room from €50