HOTEL GALILEO, Florence – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Via Nazionale, 22/A,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Galileo offers 31 rooms in a 19th-century building, each with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and soundproof windows. Rooms include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Options range from single-use queen beds to quadruple rooms with two double beds. Some rooms face Via Nazionale, while others overlook an internal courtyard.
Dining Options
The hotel serves a continental buffet breakfast with croissants, cured meats, fresh fruits, and homemade cakes. A poolside bar offers refreshing drinks. Nearby dining includes Mercato Centrale (0.3 km away) for local Florentine specialties.
Leisure & Activities
Guests can use the hotel's gym, table tennis, and pool/billiards. Outdoor activities include cycling, tennis, and horse riding. The sun terrace provides lounging space. For watersports, options like windsurfing and canoeing are available nearby.
Prime Florence Location
The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Station and 0.5 miles from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Nearby landmarks include Ponte Vecchio (1 km), Galleria dell'Accademia (0.5 km), and Palazzo Vecchio (1 km). The SMN station offers direct transport links.
Guest Services
The reception assists with bookings and tourist advice. Parking is available at a nearby garage. Luggage storage is provided. The hotel partners with local guides for tours of Florence's historic sites.
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Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop700 ft
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dining
In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Spa & Leisure
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Via Nazionale, 22/A,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
Map view
Via Nazionale, 22/A,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
City landmarks
Museum
Gallerie Degli Uffizi
4400 ft
Bridge
Ponte Vecchio
3800 ft
Square
Piazza del Duomo
2600 ft
Church
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
2800 ft
Museum
Galleria dell'Accademia
2100 ft
Square
Piazza della Signoria
3900 ft
Square
Piazzale Michelangelo
1.7
mi
Museum
Palazzo Vecchio
3900 ft
Museum
Pitti Palace
1.0
mi
Landmark
Campanile di Giotto
2700 ft
Church
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
1.1
mi
Church
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
2400 ft
Museum
San Marco Museum
2200 ft
Museum
Strozzi Palace
3200 ft
Museum
Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore
2700 ft
Museum
Bargello National Museum
3900 ft
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
2500 ft
Museum
Museo Galileo
4700 ft
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
3000 ft
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum
2400 ft
Church
Ognissanti Church
3600 ft
Church
Brunelleschi's Dome
2700 ft
Church
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
3400 ft
Landmark
The Boboli Gardens
1.2
mi
Landmark
Loggia dei Lanzi
3900 ft
Nearby
Market
Mercato Centrale
600 ft
Museum
Riccardi Medici Palace
1900 ft
Museum
Medici Chapel
1700 ft
Event hall
Palazzo Degli Affari
1700 ft
Restaurants
Mostodolce
300 ft
Via Nazionale
RUI Ristorante tipica cinese
100 ft
Via Nazionale 124/R
Yushanfang
200 ft
Via Guelfa 51 R
Yu Shan Fang Srls
200 ft
Via Guelfa 51/r
Zam Zam Pizze & Kebab
200 ft
Via Guelfa
Indian Palace
400 ft
Via Guelfa 96R
Fibbi Bar
200 ft
Via Nazionale 29_139-Red
Le sorgenti
400 ft
Via Chiara 6 rosso 50123
Caffe degli Innocenti
300 ft
Via Nazionale 57/59r
Da Nerbone
1200 ft
Piazza del Mercato Centrale
Caffe' del Mercato di Cubattoli Roberto
600 ft
Piazza del Mercato Centrale
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 7 reviews
7.9
7.9/10 based on 1575 reviews
James
United States,
March
2024
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location is very convenient, within walking distance to the city center and major tourist sites. The rooms were quite spacious but lacked proper soundproofing, leading to disturbances from outside noise. The service was very friendly and helpful overall, although there were some attempts to negotiate feedback in exchange for cheap breakfast. The dining experience was satisfactory with a typical Italian breakfast spread. The value for money was acceptable considering the location.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious but lacked soundproofing, making it hard to sleep with noise from outside. The beds were very comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff was super friendly and efficient, offering assistance whenever needed.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a very good location, within easy walking distance to most important sightseeing points. However, the immediate surroundings were not very appealing.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast offered traditional Italian items like croissants, bread, ham, cheese, and fruits. It was a decent start to the day, in line with a 3-star hotel rating.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were satisfactory, although there were a few issues with cleanliness in the shower area.
Joseph
United States,
March
2024
8.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, cozy, and very spacious, providing everything I needed to feel comfortable. The service was exceptional, with the staff being kind, attentive, and offering helpful tips for sightseeing. The location was perfect, allowing easy access to the city center and main attractions. The dining options were good, although a few more choices would have been appreciated. Overall, it was a great value for the money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, had everything I needed, and were very comfortable and cozy. I loved the spaciousness and the overall ambiance.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with the staff being very kind, helpful, and attentive. They provided us with a lot of valuable tips on sightseeing.
Location
10.0
The location was great, close to the main Railway Station Santa Maria Novella, making it easy to access the city center and all the sightseeing highlights.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered a variety of options, although a few more choices would have made it even better. Good value for the money.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and added to the overall comfort of the stay.
spacious rooms
limited dining
Wilfred
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel provided neat and clean rooms, but they were a bit noisy due to their proximity to the breakfast area. The service was exceptionally welcoming and helpful, especially thanks to Stefano who went above and beyond. The location was excellent, within walking distance to key city areas. The dining options were simple but satisfactory. Overall, a good value for the money.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very neat and clean but a bit noisy being close to the breakfast room.
Service
9.0
The staff was very welcoming and extremely helpful, especially Stefano.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was very good; near key city attractions and just a short walk to the main Railways Station, Santa Maria Novella.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was simple but sufficient, offering enough choice to keep us satisfied until lunch.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers good facilities to meet basic needs.
John
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.0/10
My stay at the hotel was pretty good overall. The rooms were clean and had everything I needed, but lacked space to open my luggage comfortably. The breakfast was outstanding with a variety of options, but the soundproofing could be better.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and had everything we needed, but there was no space to open luggage comfortably.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch. The staff were kind and incredibly helpful, especially when we arrived late at night. However, there was an issue when trying to communicate with the manager who only spoke Italian.
Location
9.0
The location was fantastic, near the city center and within walking distance to major tourist sites and the main Railways Station Santa Maria Novella. It was convenient for early travelers from the train or bus station.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good with a wide variety of options, but the coffee was disappointing. The breakfast buffet had a nice selection, but lacked warm food.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were decent, but the lack of soundproofing was noticeable.
Outstanding breakfast
Poor soundproofing
Nigel
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.2/10
I can't get over how amazing the breakfast was! Scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, including fragola, a delightful selection of dolce, and that coffee - just outstanding. On the downside, the room wasn't the one I originally booked, and unfortunately, the air conditioning is not soundproof, making the street noise quite loud.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were not what I expected as I didn't get the one I picked at Booking. The air con not being soundproof was a bit bothersome. However, the breakfast was exceptional with a variety of sweet treats and good coffee.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly kind and helpful, making my stay even more enjoyable. They were polite, friendly, and always ready to assist, except one who couldn't speak English well. Despite the language barrier incident, they were overall fantastic.
Location
9.0
The location was superb, within walking distance to both the train station and major tourists sites. It's so convenient being close to shops and restaurants, making it easy to explore the city.
Dining
8.0
The breakfast spread was a true delight, featuring a variety of dishes like fruit, fragola, and dolce. However, the absence of warm food was a little disappointing. Still, it was a good start to the day and truly added value to my stay.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were good, especially the dining area which provided a pleasant atmosphere to enjoy meals. Despite some noise issues in the room, overall, the amenities were satisfactory.
Barbara
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.8/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were very spacious with two wide beds, and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The location was excellent, within walking distance to major tourist sites. However, the dining options were a bit limited, and warm food was not available. Overall, it was a great value for the money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms with two wide beds were very spacious and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was super friendly, efficient, and always helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was excellent, close to major tourist attractions and the main train station Santa Maria Novella.
Dining
7.0
While the breakfast options were a bit limited, the continental selection and fresh espresso were enjoyable.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were great and provided everything I needed during my stay.
Jeremiah
United States,
May
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient to explore Florence on foot. The rooms were clean but small, and the lack of proper cooling made it challenging to get good sleep. The staff was friendly and attentive, quickly addressing any concerns. The dining options were satisfactory, with a variety of choices for breakfast. The location is ideal for sightseeing, with major attractions within walking distance.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were small but very clean. It was difficult to sleep comfortably due to the heat and noise from outside.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly and attentive, always ready to help out, ensuring a pleasant stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect for our short stay in Florence, within easy reach of major attractions and amenities.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast offered a nice variety of options, catering to different tastes, although some may find it too Italian for their liking.
Facilities
The hotel facilities were adequate for a short stay, providing all necessary amenities for a comfortable visit.
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