Is it possible to request a room featuring a balcony and a view of the river during my stay?
12 November 2024
Requests for balconies and river views can be accommodated depending on availability. It's advisable to mention this while booking.
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Hotel Principe, Florence
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About the Hotel
Lungarno A. Vespucci, 34,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
- Steps from the historic center
Great
8.6
9.3
4.1
Loved by guests
"The hotel is an authentic Italian townhouse with fine original features and beautiful furnishings and antiques."
"The breakfasts are delicious - we took ours in the garden!"
"The view from the balcony was wonderful, location is great, staff was friendly, and the breakfast was good."
Rooms: comfort and views
Hotel Principe provides various rooms: Suites, Junior Suites, Superior Rooms, Classic Rooms, and Single Rooms. All rooms include a private bathroom. Some rooms offer Arno river or garden views. Junior Suites feature wooden floors and marble bathrooms. An elegant junior suite features warm parquet floors, a lounge, and a Carrara marble bathroom. Classic Rooms have large French windows and a balcony. Some rooms feature terraces or views of the river and the city's historic bridges. Rooms include a flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, a kettle/coffee machine, and a safe. There are a pet-friendly room with pet-specific amenities. An apartment, the Principe Apartment, can be booked.
Breakfast and terrace views
Guests can choose between sweet and savory options: fresh fruit, pastries, Tuscan cold cuts, cheeses, and eggs. Breakfast is served in the breakfast room with original frescoes and multicolor mosaic marble pavements. The terrace provides Arno views, the Cestello church dome, Florence's historic center, and the hills. Guests may enjoy a cocktail prepared by the bartender. The hotel has onsite restaurants.
Leisure and hotel features
Hotel Principe has concierge services, babysitting/childcare, and a television in a common area. Guests can explore books and magazines in the library. There is a garden. The hotel evokes an eighteenth-century charm with original frescoes, marbles, antique furniture, and brass and crystal chandeliers.
Location near landmarks
Hotel Principe is near the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Duomo, Santa Maria Novella, and Palazzo dei Congressi. It is 650 m from Stazione Leopolda and 10 km from Peretola. Landmarks nearby: The Boboli Gardens - 1.5 km, Pitti Palace - 1.5 km, Bargello National Museum - 1.5 km, Gallerie Degli Uffizi - 1 km, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 1.5 km, Piazza della Signoria - 1 km, Piazzale Michelangelo - 2 km, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 0.5 km, Palazzo Vecchio - 1 km.
Services and transport details
Hotel Principe provides a laundry service. A bar corner in each room is available. A shuttle service in both directions is available. From the A1 Firenze-Roma, take the Firenze Scandicci exit and stop in front of the gray gate at number 8 and ring the bell to access the parking area. Firenze Santa Maria Novella, the nearest station, is 700 meters away. The Florence airport, Amerigo Vespucci, is 6 km away.
“What I appreciate most is the blend of historical charm and modern comforts, like the private parking-a true find near the main attractions. Its unique offering of pet-friendly rooms and turndown service caught my attention, and the terrace with Arno views seems hard to beat. I think the on-site bar and curated cocktails could make for a relaxing evening after exploring Florence.”
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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
Triple Room
3 persons
24 m²
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
room details
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
22 m²
1 King-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
room details
Single Room
2 persons
12 m²
1 Single bed
Coffee machine
Heating
room details
Junior Suite
4 persons
28 m²
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Coffee machine
Heating
room details
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Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Location
Lungarno A. Vespucci, 34,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
Map view
Lungarno A. Vespucci, 34,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
City landmarks
Museum
Gallerie Degli Uffizi
1.3
km
Bridge
Ponte Vecchio
1.1
km
Square
Piazza del Duomo
1.4
km
Church
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
1.5
km
Square
Piazzale Michelangelo
2.2
km
Museum
Galleria dell'Accademia
1.8
km
Square
Piazza della Signoria
1.3
km
Museum
Palazzo Vecchio
1.3
km
Museum
Pitti Palace
1.4
km
Market
Mercato Centrale
1.3
km
Landmark
Campanile di Giotto
1.3
km
Landmark
The Boboli Gardens
1.5
km
Church
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
710 m
Museum
Strozzi Palace
900 m
Museum
Bargello National Museum
1.5
km
Museum
Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore
1.3
km
Museum
Riccardi Medici Palace
1.4
km
Museum
San Marco Museum
1.8
km
Museum
Museo Galileo
1.3
km
Church
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
2.0
km
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
1.1
km
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
1.2
km
Museum
Medici Chapel
1.2
km
Church
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
1.2
km
Landmark
Loggia dei Lanzi
1.3
km
Church
Brunelleschi's Dome
1.5
km
Event hall
Palazzo Degli Affari
990 m
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum
1.7
km
Nearby
Church
Ognissanti Church
350 m
Restaurants
Trattoria Armando
290 m
Via Borgognissanti 140/R
Chianineria Trattoria dall'Oste
640 m
Via De' Cerchi 40/R Via Alamanni 3/5 R Firenze
Ristorante Indiano Zafferano
270 m
Via Il Prato 9/R
Ristorante La Piccola Corte
320 m
Borgo Ognissanti 124/R
Ristorante Shu
290 m
Borgo Ognissanti 141r
Terrazza Rossini
270 m
Via Solferino 2
Ristorante Opera
260 m
Via Maso Finiguerra 9
Gandhi Ristorante Indiano
340 m
Via Il Prato 38/R
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 02:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 30 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Hindi, Tagalog / Filipino
Year renovated:
2011
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
17
Questions of the users
About Hotel Principe
Can you confirm if there is on-site parking available, and do I need to book a space in advance?
18 October 2024
Parking is available at no extra cost, and prior booking is not necessary.
Is there an elevator in the building for guests with mobility issues?
25 December 2024
The hotel provides an elevator, though guests will encounter five steps at the entrance.
Are smoking areas available on the balconies?
5 January 2025
Smoking on the balconies is permitted. Guests are kindly asked to follow local regulations.
What does the hotel suggest for families wishing to book a room for two adults and two children with a river view?
22 February 2025
A Superior room with river views is recommended for families of this size.
Could you explain how the ZTL zone affects parking arrangements?
15 March 2025
The hotel is conveniently located just outside the ZTL zone, so there's no need to provide your car plate number.
What is the maximum occupancy for the Junior Suites?
10 April 2025
Junior Suites are designed to accommodate two guests, but they can provide a sofa bed for additional guests, allowing up to four occupants.
Can guests store their luggage after checking out?
30 May 2025
Luggage storage is available for guests post check-out, allowing them to explore without their bags.
What is the distance between the hotel and the train station, and is breakfast provided?
24 June 2025
The hotel is located approximately 700 meters, about a 5-minute walk, from the train station. Breakfast is included with various options.
Is there a private apartment available for booking during my visit?
2 August 2025
Yes, the Principe Apartment can be booked for stays in Florence, and it offers a spacious layout, free parking, and an independent entrance.Next best alternative
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