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Hotel Merlini

1.0 star property

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Front of property
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A hand holding a plate with various food items including cookies, a bowl of grapes, and a muffin.
A hotel reception area with a marble floor, a reception desk, a lamp, and framed certificates on the wall.
A cup on a saucer with a view of a cityscape, including buildings and a dome structure.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Via Faenza 56, Florence, FI, 50123
  • Place, Central Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double or Twin Room

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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, City View

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 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Florence

Hotel Merlini places you in the centre of Florence, within a short 5-minute stroll of popular places like Central Market and Fortezza da Basso. Highlights at this Tuscan hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LED TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Added amenities include a front desk safe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Centre of Florence hotel include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella.

What's nearby

  • Central Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fortezza da Basso - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Tonarelli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Livio - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mò Si Caffetteria alla Vecchia Maniera - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè degl'Innocenti - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Bondi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Merlini

Hotel Merlini offers its guests a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tuscan-style Florence hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Merlini offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9.90 per person

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 9.9 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Hotel Merlini.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Hotel Merlini
Hotel Merlini Florence
Merlini Florence
Albergo Merlini Florence
Albergo Merlini Hotel
Albergo Merlini Florence
Hotel Merlini Hotel
Hotel Merlini Florence
Hotel Merlini Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Merlini serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Merlini?

No, Hotel Merlini does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Merlini?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Merlini?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel Merlini, with food and water bowls on offer.

Hotel Merlini Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 137 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelvyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberth

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
La mejor ubicación todo cerca. El personal maravilloso todos atentos todo el tiempo. Regresamos.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francesco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donatella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

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

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni

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

8/10 Good

Vincenzo

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

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Claudio

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

SUBODH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. Good location. Short walk to Duomo.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Meme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

LUCIANO

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

10/10 Excellent

Matilde

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fiorillo

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
Verified

8/10 Good

SAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Esperienza positiva, personale molto gentile, camera pulita. Bagni nuovi. Ci ritornerei.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

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