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Location.
Located in Florence (Duomo), Hotel California is close to Academy of Fine Arts, Statue of David, and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Also nearby are Ponte Vecchio and Academy Gallery.
Hotel Features.
The hotel offers a bar/lounge. Guests are served a complimentary breakfast. Additional amenities include a rooftop terrace, room service (during limited hours), and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guest parking is available for a surcharge.
Guestrooms.
The 48 air-conditioned guestrooms at Hotel California include safes and hair dryers. Televisions are equipped with satellite channels. All accommodations provide desks and direct-dial phones. Additional amenities include windows that open and blackout drapes/curtains. In addition, amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards and wake-up calls. Housekeeping is offered daily.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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 hotel does not offer any accessibility features. Please select a different hotel if you are interested in booking a room with accessibility features.
Unless otherwise indicated, the charges below are not included in the overall room price. If not included in the overall room price, they will be charged by the property at check-in or check-out. Charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book. This property told us they will charge you for the following:
We have included all charges provided to us by the property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are 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.
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Great location, nice room and a good breakfast. Staff was very helpful.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Excellent for a quick stay in Firenze"
We spent one night here and would return again with pleasure. Lovely, if small, room with large door opening onto tiny terrace with a special view of the Duomo. Very much enjoyed the roof-top bar, again with that spectacular view. Have a Negroni! Well-made. Parking immediately next to the hotel. Bed was comfortable, shower was fine, room was clean and […] inviting. Staff was very helpful with one small exception. A few days before check in, we asked the clerk to make a reservation to visit the Uffizi first thing so we could avoid the lines. Seemed like that slipped past whoever was supposed to handle that. So we skipped the Uffizi and strolled around Boboli Gardens, Ponte Vecchio, etc. etc. Where can't you find beautiful things in Firenze? We would stay here again without any hesitation. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Highly recommended"
Hotel is not too far from the train station (about 15 euros) cab ride. The Hotel is 2 blocks away from the Cathedral, and walking distance to all the sites to be visited in FlorenceGenuine Expedia guest review
"A great value"
This hotel is very well-located within easy walking distance to all the major attraction in Florence. The hotel is clean, the rooms are small but comfortable, and the decor is classic Italian. The people who work at the hotel are very helpful and speak good English, which is a lifesaver for me! I highly recommend staying at the Hotel California.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Worth it"
This hotel's location is ideal for anyone visiting Florence. The rooms are basic but clean and ours a very high ceiling. The staff is friendly and the evening bar/cafe on the third floor has great views.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Would go back here!"
Had a very nice night at this hotel. Clean and comfortable. Breakfast was very good.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Fine Hotel in Florence"
Hotel California is located one floor above street level in a building that once was a large private home. We could see the dome of the Cathedral from the windows of our room. The dinner at the hotel restaurant is on the roof, where diners also get a good look at the dome. The hotel is pleasant and clean and is situated about one and one-half blocks […] from the Cathedral. We were extremely pleased with it. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Location, friendliness, cleaness, all get 5 starts"
5 minutes walk from Firenze SMN station, which was convenient. Very clean. And quite roomy for a hotel in Europe. The view was very nice, you can see the Duomo from the hotel, and they have a balcony and you get hear the church bells ringing --- beautiful. The hotel is surrounded by small nice shops and really good restaurants. Everything is in walking […] distance from this hotel. The staff were very friendly and courtesy. They even helped us getting reservations for museums. Kids friendly, too. They offer quite a selection for Breakfast buffet. We would definitely go back and stay here again. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
The staff was professional and extremely prepared for questions. They were informative. The rooms were comfortable and is extremely close to all the local tourist attractions.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great Location"
Located 2 blocks from the Duomo and so close to the Accedemia museum. When we first got there, the concierge took a little time in getting us situated, but after that, it was smooth sailing. We had a jacuzzi tub which was SO nice.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Nice hotel near Duomo - David at Accademia"
The outer face of the hotel was being re-done when we visited (scaffolding - but almost done). The interior was great. Their meals are very nice. Location is incredible. Neighborhood is safe and quiet. Rooms are really nice.Genuine Expedia guest review
"would stay there again"
wonderful experience. close to everything, nice staff, clean, quaint, just right for the environmentGenuine Expedia guest review
"Lots of heart in the heart of Florence"
The name of Hotel California made us feel at home before we walked in the door, and the exceptional service of the front desk staff made sure we continued to feel at home throughout our stay. We took advantage of all the insider's tips they gave us on tourist sites, shopping, restaurants, and (equally importantly) the best gelaterias. Our quad room […] for 2 adults and 2 kids was spacious by European standards, and it was very clean and well-serviced. The continental breakfast provided an excellent start to every day, and the rooftop bar (with a serene view of the Duomo, no less) provided a beautiful and relaxing end each night. Hard to find a better combination of location, amenties, and service for the price. We are especially grateful that the proprietors steered us to the Yellow Bar for some of our best meals in Italy! The only suggestions I would have for improvement would be waiving the charge for WiFi and providing two dedicated queen beds rather than 4 twin beds. No biggee. I was originally a little turned off by the chamois-like towels, but found that they actually dry better than fluffy ones. The lighting took a while to figure out as well (doesn't work if the key card isn't in a slot by the door), but I can see how that can save on electricity when guests aren't in the room; that electrical set-up limits your ability to charge electronics while you're gone, which may be an issue for some. Overall an excellent stay! I almost didn't want anyone else to know our secret! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Clean, large bathroom!"
We are an older couple in our late 50's. Easy walk from rail station and close to major attractions. Room was refreshing and clean. This hotel had the nicest and largest bathroom of all the hotel's we stayed in while visiting Italy. The bath towels were large but very different for what we use in the USA. Would stay again.Genuine Expedia guest review
"Great little nice Hotel"
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"PERFECT location!"
This hotel was definately the perfect location. A ten minute walk from the Station so we didn't have to cab it, and the hotel itself (although may seem dingy on the outside) was so close to the Duomo that you could step outside and actually see it. On the other side of the same street is the muesum for Michaelangelo's David- so basically we were in […] the middle of everything. The hotel is clean, has friendly service and a perfect place to stay while in Florence. We had no complaints and would recommend everyone we know to stay there! Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great Location and Wonderful Staff!"
My wife and I booked 4 days at Hotel California. We could not have had a better stay. The hotel is very close to everything in the old city and we walked everywhere we went for the 4 days. The room was clean and fresh with clean towels every day. We had good view of the Duomo dome. The individual air condition unit was wonderful as it let my wife set […] the room conditions exactly as she wanted. One of the high points of this hotel is the attentiveness of the staff. The reception staff, both daytime and evening, were always available, smiling and helpful. I even got smiles from the kitchen staff! Daniela also helped me make some special arrangements for our anniversary celebration. Read moreGenuine Expedia guest review
"Great hotel"
Hotel is very close to everything, but getting there by car is a challenge because of the narrow streets and walking zones you have to drive through. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Breakfast buffet was very good. We got a room with private balcony which was very nice.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
We found this place by sheer luck - we were in Italy for a week and wanted to see Florence, Siene and Rome. I went on-line and, without knowing Florence, I found this place - I picked it in part because of the name. It was a great find - very inexpensive and the location was awesome! The hotel itself was beautiful and the staff were great - very friendly […] and helpful. Can't wait to go back!!! Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Hotel California Florence- Great base location"
This hotel is located in a great location between the duomo and the museum that house the statue of David. The room we had was spacious, and included a fresco on the ceiling. The hotel entrance is off a passageway and reception is on the 1st floor. The reception hall is magnificent and so is the roof top bar which has views of the churches dome. You […] can purchase a bottle of wine for 8-12 euro and watch the sun go down. Breakfasts were typical for the country, with no cooked items but they would cook eggs to your liking for a fee. We really enjoyed this hotel, and the staff were very helpful on a number of occasions such as helping us add money to our italian pay as you go phone sim card. I would highly recommend this hotel. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Très bonnes prestations et bon emplacement"
L'hôtel est très bien situé par rapport à tous les monuments importants de Florence, ainsi qu'aux lieux de restauration. Le quartier est calme. La chambre et la salle de bains sont vraiment spacieuses, bien isolées. La literie est de bonne qualité, et le ménage impeccable. Le buffet du petit déjeuner est copieux, la salle intérieure superbe et la cour […] extérieure bien agréable. Le bar sur la terrasse en haut du bâtiment, ouvert en fin d'après-midi, offre une belle vue sur le dôme et les prix des boissons ou des plats ne sont pas excessifs. Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Great for families"
The hotel has a wonderfu artistic atmosphere, lovely roof cafe and one cann enjoy the view of the Church in the evening. The rooms are quiet and the one we had ideal, with a terreace and view of a beautiful courtyard. There are friendly staff and the hotel has an outstanding location.Genuine Expedia guest review
Super fint hotel og meget god placeringGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Meraviglioso"
Pieno centro, a un minuto dal duomo... Camera bellissima, servizio fantastico e grande cortesia! Prezzi giusti. Ottimo hotelGenuine Expedia guest review
We found this place by sheer luck - we were in Italy for a week and wanted to see Florence, Siene and Rome. I went on-line and, without knowing Florence, I found this place - I picked it in part because of the name. It was a great find - very inexpensive and the location was awesome! The hotel itself was beautiful and the staff were great - very friendly […] and helpful. Can't wait to go back!!! Read moreGenuine Hotels.com guest review
"Excelente Opción"
Muy buen hotel. Bien localizado. Cuartos amplios. Baño grande. Muy recomendable.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Very good hotel but a bit hard to find by car"
The hotel is within "Zona limitado" and it is very hard to find since almost all roads are one way roads. And some roads were blocked by roadworks. After we arrived the hotel was very good and location is perfect.Genuine Hotels.com guest review
"Väldigt centralt"
Mycket bra och prisvärt hotel! Ligger väldigt bra till med gångavstånd till det mestaGenuine Hotels.com guest review
Excellent emplacement, mais mauvais pour ceux qui viennent avec la voiture Le parking est assez loin de l'hôtel Je n`ai ete pasi prévenu à l'avance que la Municipalité de Florence avait imposé un droit de 4 euros par nuit et par personne à partir Juillet 1Genuine Hotels.com guest review
très bien situé, au centre de tout, propre les chambres un peu petite mais très logeable. bon service de la part du personnel et bon petit déjeuner avec même des FRUITS!!!!!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
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"Hotel California : en plein coeur de Florence"
Hôtel très bien situé et calme. Les parties communes ont été rénovées récemment et il semble que les chambres le soient progressivement. Service impeccable. Petit déjeuner compris. Très bonne adresse.Genuine Expedia guest review
"vacanza di lavoro a Firenze!!!!!!!!!!!"
camere arredate in modo sobrio pulitissimo .personale disponibile .Posizione strategica in pieno centro ! Unico neo :la macchinetta del caffè nella sala colazione .Vale la pena visitare e vivere Firenze in ogni stagione e questo hotel offre ottima ospitalità!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Genuine Hotels.com guest review
l'hotel è bellissimo in una posizione centrale vicino a tutte le principali attrazioni di Firenze pulito accogliente , curato nei minimi particolari , anche su l'accoglienza nulla da dire voto 9Genuine Hotels.com guest review
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