"Second, the hotel entrance faces the lovely Santa Maria Novella square and church."
Allison OS from United States
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"Location superb, view amazing."
Clive from United Kingdom
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"My room was quaint, colorful, clean, and perfect for my needs!"
Joyce
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Rooms with Seventies Flair
Hotel Universo offers 44 rooms with furnishings inspired by the seventies and pop culture. Guests can select from Classic Rooms with views of a Florentine courtyard, Superior Rooms with views overlooking Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, and Deluxe Rooms with modern designs and rustic ceilings. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, LCD satellite TVs, minibars, and air conditioning. Bathrooms have a shower, a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms offer optical, pop, baroque, or floral designs. Some rooms are on two levels.
Location and Nearby Landmarks
Hotel Universo is situated in Florence's historical center, near the Santa Maria Novella train station (450 meters). The Basilica of Santa Maria Novella is nearby. The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is a short walk away. The Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are also nearby. Peretola Airport is 10 km away.
Lobby and Breakfast
The hotel features a small lobby and a breakfast area. The breakfast area offers minimal decor with gray, white, and yellow color schemes. A computer station with a Mac is available for guest use.
Hotel Services
The hotel provides a 24-hour reception with concierge service and luggage storage. Qualified staff are available to assist guests. Services include internet access and an affiliated garage.
Things to do Nearby
Circolo Golf Ugolino and Cantina Antinori are nearby. Landmarks close to the hotel include the Basilica of Santa Croce (1.5 km), The Boboli Gardens (1.5 km), Mercato Centrale (0.5 km), Pitti Palace (1 km), Strozzi Palace (0.5 km), Piazza del Duomo (0.5 km), Gallerie Degli Uffizi (1 km), Campanile di Giotto (0.5 km), Riccardi Medici Palace (0.5 km).
“What stands out here is the vibrant, pop-art inspired aesthetic in a building conveniently located near Florence's main train station. The staff are consistently helpful, and the rooms, while perhaps not the most modern, are clean and sufficiently spacious. For younger travelers eager to explore Florence's cultural heart on a budget, this hotel presents a practical and visually interesting option.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Tohotel
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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
Classic Double Room
2 persons
17 m²
1 King-size bed
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Single Room
1 person
11 m²
1 Single bed
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Superior Double Room City View
2 persons
18 m²
1 King-size bed
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
2 persons
18 m²
2 Single beds
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