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Hotel Cosimo de' Medici

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#120 of 419 hotels in Florence
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Hotel Cosimo de' Medici is ideally located in the heart of the historic center of Florence, in front of the Santa Maria Novella train station, a few minutes' walk from the Duomo and from all the most important museums and churches of the city, and from the most famous boutique and fashion stores. The Cosimo de' Medici offers 26 rooms decorated with tastefull furnitures, all recently restaured, that will accommodate our guest in a warm and comfortable atmosphere. Each room has a private, internal bathroom, and is equipped with: frigobar, safety box, air conditioning, telephone, TV with satellite and free Wifi access. The Hotel is located inside the restricted area to traffic (ZTL), thus, we shall communicate Your plate number to the police in order to let You have a free access by car. Besides this, we are pleased to offer parking spots for € 16 per day, on request, inside out courtyard. Our Reception, open 24 h a day, is at Your full assistance before, during and after Your stay for any need You may have. In particular, we will be pleased to arrange for You tours, to book museums and restaurants, to provide a babysitter for Your kids, and to store Your luggage (free of charge).
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Baggage storage
Concierge
24-hour front desk
Paid private parking on-site
Wifi
Bar / lounge
Breakfast buffet
Kid-friendly buffet
Non-smoking hotel
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Room features
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
Desk
Safe
Telephone
Minibar
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Family
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Italian

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Largo Fratelli Alinari 15, 50123, Florence Italy
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Hotel Cosimo de' Medici
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tnt998 wrote a review Nov 2023
25 contributions11 helpful votes
Based on the website photos, we expected a beautiful hotel with charming historic elements. There were historic elements such as the staircase and a few windows, but it was overshadowed by the lack of maintenance and rugged appearance once we arrived. The rooms are less than basic and the elevators were just scary. There was nothing beautiful about the hotel. The windows in our room looked over an interior open space that was full of ductwork. Again, it wasn’t beautiful and did not add to the ambiance. I would like to add that the staff was friendly and helpful. I would not recommend this hotel unless you have no other option.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Responded 20 Jan 2024
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your stay with us. We're delighted to hear that you found our staff to be friendly and helpful; however, we're very sorry to learn that the overall aesthetic of the hotel did not meet your expectations based on the website photos. We understand that individual preferences vary, and we regret any disappointment you experienced with the appearance of the historic elements in our hotel. While we strive to maintain the charm and character of our establishment, we acknowledge that certain areas may not have met your desired level of maintenance. Taking your criticism as an opportunity to improve, we will renew our efforts to keep the interior open spaces as pleasant to the eye as possible. Regarding your concerns about the elevators, let us assure you that we continuously assess and address any maintenance issues promptly to ensure complete safety for all our guests. The exterior of the elevators was kept original to maintain the historic feel, but the machinery that powers them has been completely renovated. We hope that, in the future, you might consider giving us another chance to provide you with an improved and more enjoyable stay.
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RenaMalcolm wrote a review Oct 2023
North West England8 contributions2 helpful votes
All the staff were excellent. Polite, knowledgeable, without obsequiousness, helpful and obliging. This was right through the hotel from Reception, breakfast room and housekeeping staff. All lovely! Whilst the room was not very large, it was kept very clean on a daily basis. Breakfast was a little limited. Lots of lovely cakes, but few savoury choices, and the same every day. Satellite TV had very many channels - but no English options. Very close to the Main train station, and walking distance from all main attractions.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Responded 25 Oct 2023
We would like to express our sincere thanks on behalf of the entire staff of the Cosimo de'Medici for the kind words you left us. We try very hard to give our guests the best possible experience and it feels rewarding to see satisfied reviews like this one. We also appreciate your feedback regarding breakfast and TV options, we would certainly keep it in mind. We look forward to your next trip in Florence!
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Petal0570 wrote a review Oct 2023
Cheshire, United Kingdom90 contributions86 helpful votes
We literally just slept here as we were out all the time but it’s clean. Beds very comfortable. Staff most helpful. No bar or restaurant except for breakfast room. Location fabulous as it’s opposite the main Santa Novella station and 10 mins walk to Duomo etc. Good value for money
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 17 Oct 2023
We appreciate the kind words and your flattering review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Cosimo de'Medici and were pleased with your vacation in Florence. We hope you will have other opportunities to visit us again in the future!
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Linder D wrote a review Oct 2023
26 contributions7 helpful votes
Great place to stay. 5 min. walk from tram, train station, and central market shopping area. 10 min. walk to Duomo. Fabulous breakfast was included. Unfortunately, the elevator wasn't working and we had to walk up two flights of stairs to get to our room. Air conditioning was fine. We had a big room with 2 twin beds, lots of pillows and extra blankets. Very small shower. There were some plugs in the room but not many.
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Responded 17 Oct 2023
We would like to thank you for your honest feedback, and once again apologize for the issues with the elevator, unfortunately it broke during the weekend and could not be repaired until monday. We are otherwise very glad to hear that you were satisfied with our service. Hopefully you will have other opportunities to visit us again and enjoy your stay free of inconveniencies!
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Danniella A wrote a review Aug 2023
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Me and my friends stayed here for 3 nights. Made abit of an error thinking there was 24/7 check in (as trip advisor said) where there typically isn’t. We had a late flight I would be arriving to the hotel till midnight, but we had an employee ring us and checking we were still coming. And gave us the information about how to access the hotel, so thankfully no crisis! The room itself was clean with a lovely little balcony. We had a twin room, and the bathroom was on the smaller side but all very nice. And the staff on the reception were very lovely, always welcoming and open to any questions Hotel is very close to the train station so was ideal for or traveling, and also very close to the trams. And only a ten minute walk from the main attractions
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Responded 17 Oct 2023
We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and felt welcomed by our staff. We try very hard to give our guests the best possible experience and reading positive reviews truly makes our day! We look forward to your next trip in Florence!
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Shellau wrote a review Mar 2023
Perth, Australia87 contributions58 helpful votes
Great Location, close to Santa Maria Novella Station. Everything walking distance. On arrival we were happy with the vibe of hotel. Staff were very helpful& friendly. Our Room ( triple ) was a really nice size room. Bathroom spacious and shower had good pressure . Included Breakfast was lovely, a lot to choose from. The lady who worked on the kitchen every morning deserves a mention, really lovely.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 30 Apr 2023
We are glad to see you enjoyed your stay and that you felt welcomed by our staff! Dealing with nice and polite guests truly is a pleasure for us! We hope to see you again in the future!
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Cecille W wrote a review Dec 2022
Melbourne, Australia18 contributions12 helpful votes
We had a nice 3 night stay at this hotel. The room was spacious, clean and had all necessities. Front desk staff were friendly and helpful. There was no kettle in the room but you can head down to the breakfast room at any time for hot water and tea! We were lucky to receive a room on a higher level so did not encounter much noise. I noticed that some rooms were very close to the breakfast room so I can imagine those rooms might encounter some noise in the morning. Luckily, we were on a quiet floor so we were able to sleep well! The bed did not have a duvet, just some sheets. This didn’t bother me but I can imagine this being an issue for some in winter. Breakfast was okay, it has less food options than other 3-star hotel buffets I’ve had in Europe but not in any way bad. The hotel was in a great location as it is a short walk from the station and walkable distance from the main area. Overall, a nice stay for the price!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Marianne T wrote a review Oct 2022
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My family and I stayed at this hotel for a long weekend recently. We were more than happy with the experience. The hotel was clean and our room adequate for our family. We arrived very late Friday night/Saturday morning due to flight delays. I had emailed the hotel the night before about our late arrival and they responded very quickly with instructions on how to get into the hotel, which was so straight forward, as reception is not open 24 hours. Breakfast was lovely and had a very good variety of food. Reception staff were always friendly and helpful, answering any questions we asked and always with a smile. The location of this hotel is brilliant. Three minutes from the station and within easy reach of everything Florence has to offer. I would recommend this hotel to anyone staying in Florence.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 1 Nov 2022
Dear Marianne, from all of us: thank you for the kind review! We're really glad to read about your satisfaction, as we work hard everyday to achieve this. Thank you again and we hope to be your choice again for the next trip to Florence. Kind regards
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tracy8623 wrote a review Oct 2022
Salford, United Kingdom297 contributions169 helpful votes
Few minutes walk from the station past McDonald’s (exit the station from the left). Hotel is set back so can easily be missed. We had a room for three, one double bed and a low camp bed. Rooms made up everyday and towels changed frequently. Wardrobe with plenty of hangers, safe, complimentary water in fridge. I asked if we could have a kettle and this was no problem. Bathroom quite big, shower cubicle with toiletries. Lovely white, big bath towels. Great location for lots of great restaurants and only minutes away from attractions. Rooms are quite warm but there is air con. Breakfast consists of yogurts, fresh fruit, breads, croissants, scrambled eggs and great coffee. Hotel staff are so helpful, even printed out our tickets for one of our trips. Would stay there again, next time exit the train station from the left!
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Comfortable shoes are a must, pavements are uneven and slippy when wet.
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Responded 2 Nov 2022
Dear Tracy, as we're reading this kind words we want to thank you so much for leaving your positive impression about our structure. For us is very important and makes us really proud to know that our daily efforts are made in the right direction. Thanks again and see you next time! Kind regards
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kazzer2804 wrote a review Sept 2022
Salford, United Kingdom5 contributions
Hard to find hotel because it was set back off the street. But once located it was small, friendly, very clean hotel. WiFi was good, the breakfast was tasty and cover most needs. The front desk staff we fluent in English and very helpful. The room was a surprising good size for three occupancy. Double was comfortable, the day bed was low and hard. Could be improved with a better mattress. Three minute walk from the train station, turn left when you exit the platform. Opposite the Mercure hotel. A 4 minute walk to a street lined with bars and restaurants. Approx 10 minutes walk to all the main attractions. I would stay three again.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Come out of the station facing macdonalds. Follow Google maps and look what looks like a...
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Responded 25 Oct 2022
Dear Kazzer2804, thank you from all of us! We're glad to know that you spent a great time at the hotel and you found a nice atmosphere. As you wrote, we take care everyday of the structure and of our valued guests. We hope to welcome you again in future. Kind regards
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€109 - €272 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
ItalyTuscanyProvince of FlorenceFlorenceFlorence Historic Center / San Lorenzo
NUMBER OF ROOMS
26
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hotel Cosimo de' Medici
Which popular attractions are close to Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Nearby attractions include Mercato Centrale (0.2 km), Jimmy's Leather Collection (0.3 km), and Fox in a Box Room Escape (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Yes, paid private parking on-site, paid private parking nearby, and valet parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Conveniently located restaurants include Indian Palace, Bambi Trippa e Lampredotto, and Osteria Vecchio Cancello.
Is Hotel Cosimo de' Medici located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 km away from the centre of Florence.
Are any cleaning services offered at Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, and Italian.
Are there any historical sites close to Hotel Cosimo de' Medici?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore (0.6 km), Basilica of Santa Croce (1.2 km), and Basilica San Miniato al Monte (2.1 km).
Is Hotel Cosimo de' Medici accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.