Santa Monaca Hostel

Given the price, it was as best as it can be. They don't take deposits in other currency besides euros for items like towels or locks. Beds didn't fall apart but seemed relatively less secure. Bathroom I used didn't seem to have mold, but there was no door to the showers and only a curtain. It's a good hostel for the price overall

I really recommend!! :)) I came here with two of my friends and as young girls travelling alone we were really scared about the security of this hostel and honestly… it was perfect. The rooms were clean, the kitchen was big, the other people were adorable, the people at the reception were very welcoming, helpful and honestly very friendly. Furthermore, it is placed really close to the city centre and right next to a supermarket (there is just one building between them) so its emplacement is ideal. We wanted to thank this hostel one last time for an amazing stay that made Florence even more magical. Special thanks to Ali!! 🫶

Seeing all the negative comments made us sceptical but wow, this hostel was incredible. I was not used to shared bathrooms (showers with curtains instead of doors)and it can be a bit scary but everybody was so respectful that it wasn’t even a problem. Me and my 2 friends (we are 18 years old girls) slept in the 18 people mixed room and we loved it. Everybody was discreet and respectful with their roommates. We even made a few friends from our room and other rooms with whom we hung out. It was really hot in Florence while we were there but with the air conditioning in the room, the temperature was perfect. I would 100% recommend you to go there. Anyone with an open mind can easily make friends there. Finally, a special thank you to the people working at the reception, you were all so kind.

Stayed here for 2 nights. It's clean and comfortable and despite the large number of people to a room it felt very safe, it was very quite at night and everybody was very considerate. If I ever need to spend a night in Florence this will be top of the list. Locks in the provided lockers were a bit difficult to work with. Not really enough bathrooms for the capacity of guests. In the room I was staying in you could here the opera next door very clearly!

The hostel is located rather centrally, 17 min to the train station. Besides, there is a spacious common area, allthough the benches are not comfortable. It has equipped kitchen where you can cook. Personnel is friendly. Cons: - no wifi (theoretically there is internet connection but in reality - it is so slow tjag you can only use it for sending a quick message. The bathrooms are badly maintainrd and need to be renovated. Beds are uncomfortable. I was here in the end of October, and I found the price/value ratio totally unrational (on average 30e/night). As an emergency option will be fine, otherwise - i would recommend it.

I recommend it 100%. Great place, great people. Good ratio quality-price. We saw a bunch of negative reviews of this place online which made us kinda sceptical about the place. However, 2 min after we arrived we were super happy with the place and the service. People in the reception were super nice and generous. Shout out to Vita and Ali, wonderful people, thank you for everything. The rooms were well climatized, beds were confortable, people were super respectful in the rooms. I thought sleeping in the same room than other 18 people would be uncomfortable but honestly, after one night it feels normal. And as I said, people mind there own business. Bathrooms were cleaned, hot water, there was a cool little terrace. Also the kitchen and the big dinning room were the best place to be. The fact that you can cook your own food and store whatever in the fridge or shelfs was a super advantage of this place. The area around has a lot of life. There is a supermarket next to the hostel and a washing machine place in front of it. Besides, it’s super close to the center of the city. The best part was meeting all the nice people we met. We made friends from our room and from other rooms. People from all over the world. The coolest thing is that we were all in the same mood of wanting to meet people, go party and to go visit the city, and that’s what we did with friends we made at Santa Monaca.

Ridiculously overpriced for what it offers, which is almost nothing. No towels, no lockets, no sufficient ac in rooms full of people. The shower water made me feel dirtier than before showering. They forgot to give us sheets and the ones they gave us after asking smelled musty. 35-40 euros a night for a place like this is shameful, no respect to the people that keep their business running. I have been to several hostels before and at this price range they had a lot more to offer. The only reason I'n giving it 2 stars is because the location is convenient.

It’s good if you’re looking for something cheap and for one night. A place to sleep and a shower. But the rooms are very basic and underwhelming. The bathrooms could definitely use an updating. It’s like college dorm. The front desk people were also kinda weird. WiFi not so good. My friend didn’t even have service. Also there was an older guy who was in our room who was walking around in his underwear. Couldn’t wait to leave. I’d recommend somewhere else.

I stayed in a large room with 18 other people...it was very inexpensive, but you get what you pay for. The building is old and historic, no AC, but there are some fans. With any hostel experience, you are at the mercy of others to get sleep. The more people you add, the less likely your odds are of sleeping so keep this in mind if you're booking a room with lots of other people. I am a light sleeper so even with ear plus I slept very little. People were turning on the lights, coming and going all night and the doors here slam. This is not the fault of the facility though. The place was kept clean and there was bedding included and a large common area, kitchen and even a washer. Free WiFi too and towel rentals available. Location is great, right by many stores and cafes and near the beautiful bridges and Arno river which is a great running route.

Historically a monastery, this converted hostel is quite comfortable if you go at the right time. I wish there was a separate review option for the winter months, because this hostel would get an extra star (at least!) if it weren't for the unbearable heat present in these rooms. Comfort: We stayed here during the summer months and although there is a fan and the window is open, there is literally no circulation in this room, making it impossible to sleep. As soon as you lie down you are dripping sweat. If you do stay here, book post August time and make sure you 'shot-gun' the top bunk so you can at least be near the high-ceiling fan! The rooms are closed and you need to clear out between 10am-2pm which, though annoying for some, works for those site-seeing during the day. There is access to luggage room when you request a key. Amenities: Otherwise, the hostel is pretty much worth the price, with a room being about €22 a night for a 10 person room (though there is an extra 2 euro cash tax on top). The rooms range from doubles, all the way up to 22-person dormitories. We had the 8 and 10 person rooms. The beds and rooms are spacious and clean and bed linen is included. There are lockers for valuables which require a refundable deposit. They are very generous with allotted internet time, though there are only 2 computers. The bathrooms are clean and large, though the girl's one is a few flights up. There aren't many of them, but I found the availability high and never had to wait. The dining areas are big, with 2 fridges, a kitchen, and lots of large benches at which to eat. Location: Well situated next to the Palazzo Pitti and about 5 minutes from the Ponte Vecchio (the old bridge and river area). Some nice cafes and little restaurants are in the area but it isn't at all touristy and has a more calm feel. Also very close to a *great* gelatto place. Social: Staff was fairly friendly and helpful. Most travellers are quite friendly and it's not uncommon to start up a conversation at the nice (but small) outside terrace or to end up having dinner with another group. Though I didn't find the meeting room very sociable. I would really recommend this place during the colder months or if you are immune to very hot sleeping conditions.