HOTEL DAVANZATI, Florence

The hotel is on Via Porta Rossa, within 5 minutes of the Uffizi (5 min), Ponte Vecchio (300 m), Piazza del Duomo (7 min), and Palazzo Vecchio (12 min). Santa Maria Novella station is 600 metres away - a 10-15 minute walk or a €9-11 taxi ride. Florence airport is 9 km. The surrounding streets are pedestrian-friendly but cobbled, making wheeled luggage a challenge. Numerous restaurants, shops, and cafés are within a 3-minute walk. An ice-skating rink is also nearby.

All rooms feature tiled floors, direct-dial telephone, heated towel rack, and hairdryer. Single beds measure 120cm wide. Connecting rooms are available upon direct request. Some rooms overlook the internal courtyard, which can have limited natural light and occasional kitchen odours; street-facing rooms may experience traffic noise. Rooms above the breakfast area can hear staff noise from early morning until 11pm. Ironing equipment and kettles are available from reception. The three floors are served by an elevator after the initial stair climb. Decor is traditional with some rooms showing wear, though cleanliness is maintained daily. Allergy-free and soundproofed rooms are offered.

The breakfast spread includes bread, pastries, fresh fruit, and hot drinks; baristas make espresso and cappuccino to order. Gluten-free options are available by asking the breakfast waiter. Throughout the day, self-serve water and fruit are free in the lounge. The hotel also has a bar and snack bar, and breakfast can be served in the room upon request. Happy hour runs daily around 5-6:30pm, offering prosecco, red wine, and light snacks - a popular social moment. For those who prefer a cooked morning meal, several cafés within a short walk offer hot breakfasts.

Free Wi-Fi covers all areas. The front desk is staffed 24/7 and can arrange car hire, tour bookings, and restaurant reservations. Business facilities include fax/photocopying at no charge. Laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing are available for an additional fee. Babysitting can be booked (extra charge). Parking: valet service at €35/day (€3/hour extra); public parking nearby €45/day (no reservation needed). Electric vehicle charging is possible through valet but cannot be pre-booked. Bike parking is available 2 minutes away. Luggage can be stored free before check-in and after check-out. Security features include safes in rooms, CCTV, and 24-hour security. The property is fully non-smoking and family rooms are available.