The hype
Travelers universally adore the family owners and the immaculate rooms, forgiving the simple amenities for the warmth and location.
Hotel Merlini
$120-170/ 晚
如果以下情况适用，请预订 You want a budget-friendly, family-run home base with Duomo views that feels like staying with an Italian uncle, not a corporation.
为什么人们喜欢它
- Rosario and Marco (the hosts) are legendary for their hospitality
- Breakfast on the terrace with views of the Duomo and Medici Chapels
- Spotless cleanliness that outshines hotels triple the price
快速了解： A charming, squeaky-clean pension in a 1700s palazzo that trades modern luxury for authentic warmth and a killer location.
@HotelTourandMore 的评论: I found this absolute gem in Florence! It’s humble and a bit old-school, but opening my window to see the Duomo right there? Unforgettable. If you want a killer location and authentic vibes without the luxury price tag, this is the spot.
住过这里的客人说
Reality check
The 'city view' rooms are lovely but come with the ambient roar of Via Faenza; light sleepers should request the courtyard side.
- You prefer personality and handshake hospitality over corporate polish
- You are traveling on a budget but refuse to compromise on hygiene
- You want to be 5 minutes from the train station and the Duomo
清洁与维护
9.2
- Housekeeping: Impeccable. Reviews consistently mention 'spotless' rooms and fresh towels daily.
- Bathroom hygiene: Sparkling. Grout is clean, fixtures are new or well-maintained, no mold issues reported.
- Maintenance: Excellent for the building's age. Painted bed frames and terracotta floors are kept in top shape.
- Linens & towels: Fresh, crisp, and replaced daily if needed.
- Odors & scents: Neutral and fresh; no musty old-building smell.
睡眠质量™
7.5安静
0-4嘈杂
4-7.5中等
7.5-10安静
- Street noise from Via Faenza (scooters, pedestrians) in front-facing rooms
- Internal noise from the creaky historic building corridors
预订前须知
须知事项
- City tax is approx €3.50 per person/night, payable in cash upon arrival
- The hotel is on the 3rd floor of Palazzo Barbera
- Breakfast is often included and features excellent homemade cappuccino
行李打包清单
- Earplugs (just in case you get a street room)
- Comfortable walking shoes (you are in the heart of the pedestrian zone)
- Smaller luggage (the lift is tiny)
房间精灵
最佳选择
- Room with Duomo View (ask specifically for a view of the Cathedral)
- Courtyard-facing rooms for maximum silence
需要避免的房间
- Rooms directly facing Via Faenza if you are a light sleeper
- Any room requiring extra stairs if you have heavy luggage
房间请求精灵 – 复制并粘贴
“Hi Rosario & Marco, we are so excited to stay! If possible, we would love a room with a view of the Duomo. If that's not available, a quiet room facing the internal courtyard would be wonderful. Grazie!”
常见问题和隐藏提示
预订前您真正想了解的一切。
Is there an elevator?
Yes, but it's a small, vintage lift that takes you to the reception floor. It may not fit a wheelchair or massive suitcases easily.
Is there air conditioning?
Yes, rooms are equipped with AC, which is a lifesaver in Florentine summers.
Can I park my car there?
No. You must use a nearby garage (like Garage Nazionale). Expect to pay €25-40/day. The garage will register your plate to clear the ZTL fine.
How far is the train station?
Extremely close. Santa Maria Novella (SMN) is a 5-minute flat walk.
Is breakfast included?
Usually yes. It's a continental spread served in a room with beautiful frescoed ceilings and views.
Is it safe at night?
Yes, Via Faenza is busy and well-lit, though like any major tourist hub, keep an eye out for pickpockets in the crowds.
内部人士建议
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Ask Marco for his personal restaurant recommendations; he knows the non-tourist spots.
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The terrace/breakfast room has a view that rivals paid viewpoints—go there for a sunset photo if it's open.
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There is a luggage storage service nearby if you arrive before check-in (1:30 PM) or leave late.
出发前需要了解的5件事
💡The 'lobby' feels more like a living room in a private house.
💡You get a real physical key, not a key card (don't lose it!).
💡The water pressure in the showers is surprisingly good for a 1700s building.
💡You might hear the bells of San Lorenzo.
💡The wifi is fast enough for video calls, which is rare for budget Italian hotels.
本地指南
地图
查看Hotel Merlini的位置及周边信息。