HOTEL GALILEO, Florence – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
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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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- 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
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
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
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.