Plus Hostel Florence

"Start us off with an overview.Plus, a modern and well-kept budget hostel-slash-hotel just north of the city center, lives in an industrial office building reminiscent of the Cold War. Cool. So who stays here?College kids. How's check-in?Check-in is a breeze. Great—all the faster we can get to our room. Speaking of: how is it?There are shared suites, although you can also book private rooms. Decor is cheerful but spartan; read: no frills. Got it. What else should we know about any available amenities?The wifi is pretty slow; rooms have ensuite showers; some rooms have a balcony. What about dining options here?The hotel's pay-as-you-go restaurant doubles as a breakfast area, as well as an all-day diner with a retro vibe. Anything else we should know about this place?Rather amazingly—for a hostel, that is—there's a great pool. Nice! So bottom line: worth it?Cheap, cheerful, and clean hostel—great for a budget-minded stay." - Erica Firpo