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Hotel Alinari

A 1920-built 3-star hotel just a 5-minute walk from Palazzo Degli Affari, with an à la carte Italian restaurant and easy access to Mercato Centrale.

  • 5-minute walk from Palazzo Degli Affari
  • À la carte Italian restaurant on site
  • 24-hour reception and express check-in/out
8.6 Great 461 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 461 reviews

About

Hotel Alinari

Hotel Alinari occupies a 1920s building in the Florence Historic Centre, a short walk from Palazzo Degli Affari and Mercato Centrale. The hotel offers an à la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine and a range of practical amenities including 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and valet parking.

Guests can choose from single, double/twin, triple, or quadruple rooms, each equipped with air conditioning, heating, and a shower. Some rooms also include a coffee machine. The property features a terrace, sun terrace, and a leisure/TV room, plus free Wi-Fi in rooms.

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Unbeatable central location — Steps from the main train station and within walking distance of major attractions and restaurants, making it easy to explore Florence on foot or via rail.
  • Well-regarded breakfast — Guests consistently praise the breakfast for its variety, freshness, and quality, with options like croissants, fruit, cheeses, and cappuccinos, served in an attractive room with rooftop views.
  • Helpful and attentive staff — Many reviewers note the staff's helpfulness, such as printing tickets, arranging special surprises, and providing good service.
  • Range of room types with amenities — Single, double/twin, triple, and quadruple rooms all come with air conditioning and heating, and most include a coffee machine, catering to different group sizes.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms and cleanliness could be improved — The lowest rating category suggests that some guests may find room quality or housekeeping not up to the same standard as location and service.
  • Some staff inconsistencies — A couple of reviews mention one older staff member being less helpful, indicating occasional variability in service.
  • No mention of family rooms — The property offers triple and quadruple rooms, but there's no explicit family room configuration, which might be a consideration for larger families.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Quadruple Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double or Twin Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Key access

Parking

  • Parking
  • Valet parking

Dining

  • Bar/Lounge area
  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus
  • Dinner

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Fax/Photocopying

Outdoor & Leisure

  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Leisure/TV room

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 461 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 461 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 461 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness7.0
Location9.0
Dining8.0
Price and service8.0
8.6Verified guest

“The hotel is a decent size with a rich breakfast. The staff were helpful, apart from one older member. The central location next to the main train station and all major attractions and restaurants is great. The attached restaurant makes healthy food.”

8.6Verified guest

“Great location close to the train station. The suite had a balcony with a view of the Basilica of San Lorenzo and a king-size bed.”

8.6Verified guest

“The breakfast selection was very nice, with everything fresh and delicious. Fantastic location, just a short walk from main attractions and the train station.”

8.6Verified guest

“Attentive staff and good service. The breakfast was varied and excellent, with cheeses, a beautiful view, and cappuccinos.”

8.6Verified guest

“It felt very safe and homey, like being part of the family.”

8.6Verified guest

“The location is near the main station, that's the only plus.”

04 — Location

Getting around Florence

The property sits in Florence.

Getting around: The hotel is a short walk from Florence's main train station, making it convenient for arriving and departing by rail. Major attractions and restaurants are also within walking distance.

Largo Fratelli Alinari 15, Florence, Tuscany, 50123, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
28 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is between 10:00 and 11:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers parking and valet parking services.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available.

Does the hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, the hotel offers in-room breakfast as well as an à la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Reviews particularly praise the breakfast variety and quality.

Is there air conditioning in the rooms?

Yes, all room types include air conditioning and heating.

The bottom line

Hotel Alinari is a solid choice for travellers prioritising location and value, offering a comfortable base near the train station and city sights. While room quality may not be exceptional, the breakfast, service, and convenience make it a reliable pick for short stays in Florence.

8.6Based on 461 reviews and an 8.6 rating

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