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Hotel California

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

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Free daily continental breakfast
Step into Hotel California, an upscale retreat in the heart of historic Florence. Savor Italian cuisine at the on-site restaurant, unwind with al fresco dining or enjoy breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace. With 2 bars and free in-room WiFi, this charming hotel is a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩202,750
₩245,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighborhood in Florence, Hotel California is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Central Market. Piazza della Signoria and Uffizi Gallery are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Via Ricasoli 30, Florence, FI, 50122

What's nearby

  • Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Ricasoli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Oliandolo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Martelli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cantina De Pucci - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

Upscale hotel near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Located close to Piazza del Duomo and Central Market, Hotel California provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, California (7:30-9:30 PM), features al fresco dining and dinner. In addition to 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A reception hall, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel California include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and tubs or showers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Refrigerators, free infant beds, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; reservations required and discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • California (7:30-9:30 PM)

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Spring Break deposit: EUR 30 per night (for guests under 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

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

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

California Florence
Hotel California Florence
Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Florence
Hotel California Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel California pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel California?

As of Aug 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California on Sep 1, 2025 start from ₩202,750, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel California?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel California?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel California?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel California provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle fee applies.

Where is Hotel California located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza del Duomo. Central Market and Piazza della Signoria are also within 10 minutes. San Marco University Tram Stop is only a 4-minute walk and Unità Tram Stop is 9 minutes.

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Hotel California Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 796 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 796 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 796 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 796 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 796 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Avelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Houssam

Average
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with amazing view of the duomo. Friendly staff and great location near all the attractions and resturants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roselyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a wonderful stay at Hotel California with the exception of an incident that occurred on the breakfast area. There are three steps to sit down to have breakfast and I slipped and had a bad fall. The staff immediately got me ice but they should really add rugs on steps because several people slipped on the same area. Either than that, the rooms were really clean and staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel staffs are very nice. Paulo is wonderful and very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with white linens and towels. Helpfull staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The staff were friendly and the location of the hotel is great in terms of all the sights to see, great restaurants and cafes around. However there seemed to be an electrical issue in my room where the power turned on and off every couple of minutes. Other than that the breakfast was great and the location is awesome if you’re in Florence for a short amount of time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel, good location

I chose this hotel based on its proximity to some of the landmarks in Firenze. There are many shops and restaurants near the hotel and everything in Firenze is walkable from here. The hotel is very nice and we enjoyed the breakfast, specially the different and fresh pastries every day.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

FEDERICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, very good position in the center of the city
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Walkable to main attractions, dining,and convenient transportation to pick up locations for excursions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location to many of the major monuments. Also ideal for walking to shopping areas and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! This service was amazing. Check in was easy and they were very helpful with places to see and transportation. We had a continental breakfast that was delivered in the morning and was excellent. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Venice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for Florence! Very well located and the room was very pretty. Staff were helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and it’s an excellent location for sightseeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location from train and main attractions staff are a big help and friendly rooms were pretty big
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, right near the big tourist spots and a REALLY great breakfast that was able to accommodate my gluten free needs (unexpected but so nice!).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Very clean. Bedroom was comfortable and nice. Breakfast was great! Walking distance to train station and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katalin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great time at Hotel California

The rooms were nice, glad they had a breakfast and parking was the best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well located, convenient rooms for families and groups of 4 if sharing a room. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024