NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa

"What's your first impression of this place?NH Collection Firenze Porta Rossa makes quite an entrance, with a beautiful façade and courtyard that recalls the Florence of yesteryear. Who are you likely to see here?Smart travelers seeking a central location—it's downtown, steps from the Ponte Vecchio—top quality, and fair prices. Plus, lots of families. How's check-in? Standard check-in. All tech worked. Got it. Tell us about the good stuff—the rooms.Rooms have stripped-down decor: white with red accents, and contemporary elements. Marble-and-granite bathrooms are well designed and state of the art. Any other details of note?Wifi was solid and all rooms have a TV, safe, kettle, and espresso machine. Speaking of espresso—are there any good food options on site? What's the move at mealtime?There's an excellent breakfast buffet set up in an Art Deco hall, complete with with harlequin marble floors. An onsite restaurant fills in for lunch and dinner. Anything else we should know before booking a room here?Enjoy 3 p.m. check-out on Sundays; small dogs and cats are welcome; and there's paid parking and excellent express laundry service. Good intel! Why would you recommend this hotel to a friend?NH Collection is reasonably priced for the level of service and excellent location." - Erica Firpo