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This hotel is situated in the centre of Florence and is easily accessible by car. It is located on the Piazza della Liberta, one of the most important areas in Florence during the Middle Ages. The hotel's name comes from the fact that one can see the San Gallo gate from here, this gate having been noted through the centuries as the entrance to the noble part of Florence. In addition, guests will reach the most important monuments of the city in about 10 minutes on foot, including the San Marco Museum, the Museum dell' Accademia with Michelangelo's David, the Annunziata cathedral, and the exhibition and congress centre.
The hotel has 2 lifts and features 55 rooms. Multilingual staff (English, German, French) at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe, currency exchange service and drinks machine. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. There are a number of shops as well. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.
Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the view of the city from a balcony or terrace. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a sofa bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator, a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A telephone, a television with satellite and pay-per-view channels, a radio and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower, a bathtub, a whirlpool bath and a bidet. A hairdryer and a telephone are available for daily use. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.
The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the hotel, including a gym, callisthenics, aerobics, a spa, massage treatments and hiking. A kids' club and live music are also options for entertainment.
Various dining options are available, including a restaurant, a café and a bar. A continental breakfast buffet and lunch are served every day. Diet meals and gluten-free meals can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options, picnics and snacks are available.
Via Lorenzo Il Magnifico 2
Check-in from 3:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM
Very Good
2807 reviewsUser: jabnolla
Trip type: Family
Very nice stay
Staff was super helpful and friendly at all times. We had an issue with the A/C and the late shift worked hard to make it happen. But they even offered to relocate us to another hotel because they were full. They pulled it off and we had a great stay. Supermar…
User: shansen645
Trip type: Couples
Our favorite hotel in Florence!
Great hotel in a nice neighborhood. Somewhat removed from the historic attractions in the center of town but the walk from here is direct and is a good way to stretch your legs. Staff is very helpful and friendly. Room was lovely; bed was super comfy, and ther…
User: Shannon H
Trip type: Couples
Honestly surprised by the good reviews.
The hotel was booked as part of a group tour while in Florence. The hotel is “historic” but felt very dingy and dirty. The comforter, walls and curtains all had stains on them. The floors would leave your feet black (good thing they provide slippers).The truly…
User: Myance
Trip type: Couples
Outdated, worn and dirty!
We stayed 2 nights in May. This hotel is very worn, dated and breakfast service was crowded and understaffed. It was a terrible experience. I was there on a group trip. Bathrooms were horrible, room was dirty and ac did not work till they fixed it in our room.…
User: RebopRundgren
Trip type: Solo travel
Old & dirty. Paper-thin walls & stains everywhere.
This place is a dump, I'm surprised they get away with charging so much. The walls are covered in black marks, the pillows have bloodstains on them (and the curtain do, too? How?!), the mattress has massive mystery stains, the bedsheets & pillows are rough…
