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Hotel Merlini

1.0 star property
City-center hotel within walking distance of Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

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Triple Room
Breakfast area
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

Room options

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Digital channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Digital channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bidet
Digital channels
In-room safe
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
Via Faenza 56, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 24 min drive
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 6 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 6 min walk
  • Florence Statuto Station - 16 min walk
  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Fortezza Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Unità Tram Stop - 4 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mò Si Caffetteria alla Vecchia Maniera - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bondi Carlo - Le Focaccine SAS - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè degl'Innocenti - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Merlini

When you stay at Hotel Merlini, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Historic Centre of Florence and Fortezza da Basso. Free perks include WiFi and wired internet. This Tuscan hotel is also within just a 10-minute walk of Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Public transportation is just a short walk: Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 4 minutes and Fortezza Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

Languages

English, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol served onsite
  • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Tuscan architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LED television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

Children & extra beds

  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hotel Merlini
Hotel Merlini Florence
Merlini Florence
Albergo Merlini Florence
Albergo Merlini Hotel
Albergo Merlini Florence
Hotel Merlini Hotel
Hotel Merlini Florence
Hotel Merlini Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hotel Merlini?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Merlini?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Merlini.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Merlini?
Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What's the area around Hotel Merlini like?
Hotel Merlini is in Santa Maria Novella, a short 4-minute walk from Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and 5 minutes' walk from Fortezza da Basso.

Hotel Merlini Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Merlini is a beautiful and unique stay! My girlfriend and I stayed for 3 nights and loved our room, the rustic Tuscan decor and the family who run the hotel are so hospitable and friendly, we didn't want to leave! The location is so central in Florence, recommend very highly!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in a building with a hostel and other hotels. But the lift takes you to a beautifully old-fashioned hotel on the top floor without any noise from lower down. The breakfast room is particularly attractive, with paintings and a view to the Cathedral and Palazzo Vecchio. Breakfast was great too. The staff couldn't have been more helpful (we much appreciated the umbrella they lent us!)
Peter, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Sharon, 3-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

nice place
Victor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Luis, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was in a very safe location. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Room was spacious, comfortable and clean.
James, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful old building, the top floor of which, contains the Hotel Merlini. The ground level has a bar with karaoke, but the activity dies down by 11pm or so. Even in full swing, the sounds faded away by the time I got upstairs - a benefit to the old style of construction. The room was spotless and well maintained during my stay. The hotel is not a 4 star hotel with pool, concierge, workout room, etc. but I didn't want that. I don't go to Firenze to be entertained at a resort-like compound. I want a place to sleep, wash up, and turnaround to hit the town again. The family that runs it is very friendly and always (24hrs a day) available to let you in - as your room key does not open the front door, it is manned by a family member at all times. At first, I thought that was inefficient, but I am sure it is done for security reasons. If what you are looking for is a clean room, friendly staff, in a simple but clean and well-maintained hotel that is 5 minutes from rail and in the midst of the old section of the city, this is the place for you. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Claudio, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem
The outside looks old but when we saw our room it was nice. All the comforts are available. Will definitely refer this hotel to friends
Nelson, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A great, affordable place to stay
We LOVED staying at the Merlini (3 nights). The couple who run it are extremely nice and helpful (as we checked out, they even offered my kids a brioche). It is 5-10 minutes walk from the Duomo, 5 mn from the train station. There are trattoria, fruit vendors, pasticerrias (for fresh breakfast items and sandwiches) on the street and the adjacent one. We could see the Duomo from our room. I felt totally safe leaving computers and some valuables in the room. You do need to walk up 4 flights of stairs, and the AC was not working in the room (but I didn't ask to get it fixed, it was fine without it). I'd definitely stay there again!
Michele, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly and helpful during checkin/checkout. Assisted bringing luggage up and down flight of stairs.
3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Well located small hotel, helpful owner
Overall, it was a good experience. The owner was very helpful and friendly. Absence of elevator can be a discomfort if you are carrying heavy luggage. The property is located on 3rd floor. Five minutes walk from SMN train station. One can walk to all tourist attractions from the hotel.
SUBODH, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable. Good location. Short walk to Duomo.
1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is located in a great location where you can do everything by walking; close to the train station and the main attractions in Florence. The owners, Rosario and Gabriella are lovely, they make sure everything is perfect for you. I love staying in there and when we come back to Florence we will stay at Hotel Merlini again!
Cristiane, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

The dude making me expresso in the morning. Kind of warm feeling to it. Room was good. Looks like the shower was remodeled.
Meme, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay at the Merlinni- our hosts were very accommodating and each morning prepared us wonderful cappachimo!! We founf via faenze to be a wonderful source for food and gelato and very convenient for access to SMN terminni!! The biggest disadvantage is the 3 floor haul for arriving with luggage so pack lightly - our room was clean with a view of the Duomo and the breakfast room and provisions lovely!
Ken, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was very nice. Nice location. Only drawback was not elevator.
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room, great manager, but on the 3th floor.
It was very good and the manager could not have nicer. There are 4 women in our 60s traveling and he carried all 8 of our bags in and got us situated.
Marilyn, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

A simple but very nice hotel
It is a great location if you travel by train. It is just 5 minutes walk from Mercado Centrale with all the best food. The hotel is on the 3d floor without an elevator. The service is really friendly and nice. The family runs the business. All three of them (Rosario, Gabriella, and Marco) are extremely friendly and helpful. Rosario prepares wonderful coffee. The breakfast room is very nice with a great view.
Yulia, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Family run with family values. Great service.
We were welcomed with good service and facilities. Hotel Merlini was recommended by our frequent traveller friends. We were very pleased with accommodation
2x mature Aussi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Be ready to walk up 4 flights, friendly and safe.
3-night family trip
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6/10 Good

The rooms are large by European standards and the air conditioning was very effective. My one complaint would have to be the cigarette smoke the rolls out from the managers quarters every time they opened the door to allow us in. It would be better if they had a key code access.
Kevin, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

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8/10 Very good

Great location
They actually put me in an adjoining hotel, the Hotel Faenza, which was very nice. 5 min walk to train station and Duomo. Staff very helpful and friendly. Highly recommended!
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