HOTEL VICTORIA, Florence

Set in the historic centre, the hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Medici Chapels and within 10 minutes of the Duomo and major sights. The street is busy with restaurants, bars and a minimarket, and the Mercato Centrale is a 3-minute stroll away. The tram line to Florence Airport connects 500 m from the hotel. Road-facing rooms experience street noise until late, so travellers sensitive to sound should request a quiet rear room. Parking is 50 m away in a paid garage; train access is far easier for most visitors.

Room sizes range from small to spacious; all feature a flat-screen TV, heating, and windows (no balcony in any room). Some smaller rooms may feel cramped and lack bedside plug sockets. The property shows signs of ageing: worn furniture, marked walls, and outdated bathrooms in certain units. Rear-facing rooms are quieter, while front-facing rooms suffer from traffic and pedestrian noise at night. Daily housekeeping is provided and includes fresh towels and toiletries. A kettle and tea/coffee sachets are available on request but may be limited. There is no minibar or safe in the room.

The breakfast buffet offers bread, pastries, yoghurt, fresh fruit, cereal, ham, cheese, and hot drinks. Hot items such as eggs or bacon are not available. Portions are not replenished once consumed; arriving early ensures the best selection. For lunch or dinner, there is no restaurant on site, but the area is packed with options: Mercato Centrale Firenze, Osteria I Brincello, Livio Pizzeria Napoletana, and many others are within a 3-minute walk. The 24-hour reception sells a few drinks and snacks.

The hotel does not have a spa, wellness centre, or swimming pool. The available leisure activities are bike tours and walking tours, both offered at an additional charge. The property is a practical base for sightseeing rather than a wellness destination.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. The 24-hour front desk offers concierge service, tour desk, and an invoice upon request. Daily housekeeping is free and includes cleaning, restocking toiletries, and changing linen. Luggage storage is provided free of charge before check-in and after checkout, open until late. An elevator serves the floors; however, some units lack a minibar and in-room safe. Pets are allowed on request with applicable charges. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the property.