HOTEL BOLOGNA, Florence

The hotel is located in a peaceful residential area, 5 minutes from the River Arno. It's a 20-minute walk to the historic centre (Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi, Duomo) or a short bus ride from the stop directly outside. The surrounding streets offer numerous restaurants, cafés, and shops within a few minutes' walk. For drivers, the hotel is outside the limited-traffic zone (ZTL), making it easy to access for luggage drop-off. Paid parking options include a garage 100 metres away (€18-25/night for cars) and public street parking (€2/hour, free on weekends and holidays). A 24-hour parking ticket for €10 is also available for blue-line spots, and a secured public parking lot near the hotel charges €15 per day.

Rooms are simply decorated and come in various sizes, with some offering an inner courtyard view or a larger layout. Private bathrooms include a shower, bidet, hairdryer, and toiletries; economy and single rooms have a waterjet, while others have a regular bidet. Bed configurations include double or twin beds (on request). Air conditioning is provided but performance can vary by unit; some may not cool consistently, and opening windows can help ventilation. Noise can travel from adjacent rooms and hallways, so rooms near plumbing walls may hear flushing sounds. Mattress firmness varies by room, with some beds comfortable and others firmer. Housekeeping is daily, and rooms are generally clean. Note: there are no rooms with a balcony.

No restaurant or breakfast service is available at the hotel. Free black coffee is offered at reception in the morning. A bar and coffee house on site provide drinks, wine/champagne (for a charge), and a place to relax. For breakfast or fuller meals, the surrounding area has many options: within a 3-minute walk you'll find several cafés (Pasticceria Orcagna), pizzerias, and trattorias serving local Tuscan cuisine.

Services include a 24-hour reception, concierge, tour desk, and private check-in/out. Luggage storage is free of charge. A lift serves all floors but requires climbing 7 stairs at the entrance. The hotel is entirely non-smoking. Family rooms are available, and pets can be brought on request (charges may apply). Safety features include a safety deposit box in rooms, key access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. Public transport tickets can be purchased at reception for a fee. Nearby laundromats (5-minute walk) compensate for the lack of laundry service. Parking is not on site but multiple paid options are available nearby.