The 6 Best Hotels in Florence (Updated 2025)

"Tucked just off Piazza di Santa Croce in the lively Santa Croce neighborhood, this eclectic three-star boutique feels fun and local with pastel-painted walls, interesting artwork, and cool wooden Art Deco furniture that I especially love. The excellent breakfast buffet includes pastries, juice, eggs, ham, cheese, and fresh fruit, and the spacious, naturally lit rooms have hardwood or parquet floors plus minibar, flatscreen satellite TV, Nespresso machine, and a kettle. The large bathrooms feature walk-in rainfall showers (some with a separate soaking tub), heated towel racks, and a bidet, making this a great choice if you want to stay close to the Centro Storico but experience a more local vibe and outsized value for the price." - Matthew Kepnes