Hotel Merlini

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Close to Piazza del Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, Hotel Merlini has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a plant, a chair, and a view through a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, City View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighborhood in Florence, Hotel Merlini is near a train station. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Ponte Vecchio and Fortezza da Basso. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Visarno Arena, or consider a night out at Stazione Leopolda. Visit our Florence travel guide
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Via Faenza 56, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • A market with various stalls selling food and drinks.
    Central Market
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic brick wall with a small tower, a paved pathway, and a row of bollards along the side.
    Fortezza da Basso
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic building with a large central dome and arched windows, surrounded by a well-maintained square with a grassy area and flower beds.
    Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic building with intricate architectural details and a prominent tower.
    Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Via Faenza
    1 min walk - 0.1 km

Getting around

  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop
    4 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station
    6 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caffè degl'Innocenti
    1 min walk
  • Bar Tonarelli
    4 min walk
  • Burger King
    4 min walk
  • Livio
    2 min walk
  • Matto Matto
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Merlini

  • Hotel near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
  • A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza del Duomo, Hotel Merlini has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
    • A 24-hour front desk
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel Merlini offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • LED TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Merlini pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Merlini?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Merlini?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Merlini located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Via Faenza and Fortezza da Basso. Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza del Duomo are also within 15 minutes. Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and Fortezza Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Reviews

Hotel Merlini Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel Merlini is a beautiful and unique stay! My girlfriend and I stayed for 3 nights and loved our room, the rustic Tuscan decor and the family who run the hotel are so hospitable and friendly, we didn't want to leave! The location is so central in Florence, recommend very highly!
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is in a building with a hostel and other hotels. But the lift takes you to a beautifully old-fashioned hotel on the top floor without any noise from lower down. The breakfast room is particularly attractive, with paintings and a view to the Cathedral and Palazzo Vecchio. Breakfast was great too. The staff couldn't have been more helpful (we much appreciated the umbrella they lent us!)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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nice place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was in a very safe location. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Room was spacious, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
When we checked into our hotel, we got to our room and it was a mess. Housekeeping never touched our room. Staff was understanding when we told them and apologized multiple times, and ended up cleaning it, however, they forgot a trashcan and the towels looked dirty. They were very accommodating and were sincere, but it was a very stressful experience, given the heat, and after getting off a four hour train ride. We were offered an additional free drink at their bar for the experience. Additionally, we paid extra for breakfast per night unfortunately, the food quality was not very good. We ended up eating out for breakfast on our second night, even though we paid for the hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old building, the top floor of which, contains the Hotel Merlini. The ground level has a bar with karaoke, but the activity dies down by 11pm or so. Even in full swing, the sounds faded away by the time I got upstairs - a benefit to the old style of construction. The room was spotless and well maintained during my stay. The hotel is not a 4 star hotel with pool, concierge, workout room, etc. but I didn't want that. I don't go to Firenze to be entertained at a resort-like compound. I want a place to sleep, wash up, and turnaround to hit the town again. The family that runs it is very friendly and always (24hrs a day) available to let you in - as your room key does not open the front door, it is manned by a family member at all times. At first, I thought that was inefficient, but I am sure it is done for security reasons. If what you are looking for is a clean room, friendly staff, in a simple but clean and well-maintained hotel that is 5 minutes from rail and in the midst of the old section of the city, this is the place for you. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Muito bom

O Sr Rosário nós recebeu e foi muito amigável e rápido. A equipe inteira muito amigável e prestativos. A pesar de ser um prédio antigo da pra ver que as instalações foram reformadas
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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La mejor ubicación todo cerca. El personal maravilloso todos atentos todo el tiempo. Regresamos.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfetto personale gentile disponibile per qualsiasi cosa soggiorno piacevole posto strategico camera bella ristrutturata consiglio il soggiorno presso questo hotel TOP
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Il gestore è stato disponibilissimo info di ogni tipo e nel darci consigli su dove cenare, abbiamo potuto lasciare le valigie dal check out fino alla partenza del treno. Posizione comoda per vicinanza Stazione Smn ma anche per ristoranti, luoghi da visitare, Mercato Centrale
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Ubicacion excelente. Mejor imposible, cerva de todo para ir caminando y comodo para ir y volver de la eatacion de tren. Personal super atentos y amorosos. Habitacion muy buen tamaño, comoda y limpieza perfecta.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Due passi dalla stazione di Santa Maria Novella
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Camera pulita,personale molto gentile
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Hidden Gem

The outside looks old but when we saw our room it was nice. All the comforts are available. Will definitely refer this hotel to friends
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ótimo custo benefício

Ótima localização, hotel familiar, atendimento ótimo, café bom, quarto amplo, cama boa, ótimo custo benefício.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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A great, affordable place to stay

We LOVED staying at the Merlini (3 nights). The couple who run it are extremely nice and helpful (as we checked out, they even offered my kids a brioche). It is 5-10 minutes walk from the Duomo, 5 mn from the train station. There are trattoria, fruit vendors, pasticerrias (for fresh breakfast items and sandwiches) on the street and the adjacent one. We could see the Duomo from our room. I felt totally safe leaving computers and some valuables in the room. You do need to walk up 4 flights of stairs, and the AC was not working in the room (but I didn't ask to get it fixed, it was fine without it). I'd definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very friendly and helpful during checkin/checkout. Assisted bringing luggage up and down flight of stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personal muy agradable, el detalle por el que no le doy una excelente, es el tema de la limpieza, lámparas muy sucias, y tampoco te cambian las toallas sucias, quizás es lo normal en un Hotel de pocas estrellas, no lo sé
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Well located small hotel, helpful owner

Overall, it was a good experience. The owner was very helpful and friendly. Absence of elevator can be a discomfort if you are carrying heavy luggage. The property is located on 3rd floor. Five minutes walk from SMN train station. One can walk to all tourist attractions from the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Clean and comfortable. Good location. Short walk to Duomo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is located in a great location where you can do everything by walking; close to the train station and the main attractions in Florence. The owners, Rosario and Gabriella are lovely, they make sure everything is perfect for you. I love staying in there and when we come back to Florence we will stay at Hotel Merlini again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

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The dude making me expresso in the morning. Kind of warm feeling to it. Room was good. Looks like the shower was remodeled.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Soggiorno in linea con quanto previsto, anche per l'hotel, unica pecca (ma si sapeva) il fatto di dover fare 3 piani a piedi per arrivare.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Muy recomendable

El hotel está muy céntrico y el personal es muy amable. La relación calidad precio es muy buena. El desayuno muy rico, todo muy limpio, el baño nuevo recién reformado, por ponerle una pega, hay que subir escaleras, aunque están haciendo el ascensor
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Soggiorno a Firenze

Ottima sistemazione tutto a pochi passi dalla stazione ferroviaria hotel quasi al centro di tutto a pochi passi dalle varie attrazioni servizio ottimo personale gentilissimo camera pulita bagno nuovo Tutto perfetto consigliatissimo
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019