Hotel California - Florence

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Hotel California - Florence
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Overview

The charming Hotel California is located near the shopping district of Florence, nearly a 5-minute walk from Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore. This 4-star hotel offers a terrace and various recreational opportunities as well as rooms with views of the cathedral.

Location

The property is not too far from Museo Opificio delle Pietre Dure and near an underground station. The Florence Historic Centre district of Florence, where the hotel sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Ponte Vecchio, which is merely 0.8 km away. Visit Fortezza da Basso - Gardens, only 1.1 km from this charming accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Italy. Hotel California is situated relatively close to Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence, while Airport Shuttle bus station lies approximately a 15-minute walk away.

For those travelling from afar, Peretola airport is 15 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Equipped with a personal safe and smoke detectors, some of the 92 rooms feature sound-proofed windows along with a writing table. They have a comfortable interior. The private bathrooms are appointed with a Jacuzzi and a walk-in shower, along with a hair dryer and shower caps.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served every morning in the restaurant. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. Guests may find the restaurant Trattoria Za Za approximately 500 metres from this Florence hotel.

Licence number: IT048017A16TVJUW4T

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:30-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 28 per day.
Wireless internet is available in for additional charge.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel California provides visitors with a free full breakfast. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian, Arabic
Building
Number of rooms:92
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Double bed2 Single beds
Triple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Quadruple Room
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons

Facilities

Main facilities

Paid Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 28 per day

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about Hotel California

💵 Lowest room price 181 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
🗺️ Location rating 9.6
✈️ Distance to airport 9.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Peretola, FLR

Location
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Address
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Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122
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Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Square
Piazza del Duomo
290 m
Church
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
320 m
Museum
Galleria dell'Accademia
270 m
Landmark
Campanile di Giotto
390 m
Museum
San Marco Museum
360 m
Museum
Riccardi Medici Palace
200 m
Museum
Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore
410 m
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
380 m
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
590 m
Church
Brunelleschi's Dome
310 m
Museum
Medici Chapel
510 m
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum
370 m
Restaurant
Trattoria Mario
480 m
Restaurant
Oliandolino Pizzicheria Fiorentina
290 m
Restaurant
56 Rosso
210 m
Restaurant
La Menagere
340 m
Restaurant
Gelatarium
290 m
Restaurant
i' Grullo
410 m
Restaurant
Trattoria Camillo Cavour
300 m
Restaurant
Gelateria Brio
290 m
Restaurant
Il Desco Bistro
240 m
Restaurant
Rosalia salad gourmet
410 m

Reviews of Hotel California

7.7 /10
Very good
879 reviews
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Historic hotel near the Duomo with spacious rooms, rooftop bar, and complimentary breakfast.

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Guests rate the Location 9/10

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Rooms and cleanliness7
Here's what guests said:
“Spacious rooms with unique views of the Duomo; cleanliness noted, minor wear observed.”
Location9
Here's what guests said:
“Three-minute walk to the Duomo; quick access to Accademia and Uffizi Gallery.”
Dining7
Here's what guests said:
“Breakfast includes pastries, cold cuts; rooftop offers drinks with Duomo views.”
Price and service8
Here's what guests said:
“Offers competitive pricing; staff assists with transportation and provides really good service.”
Our guests’ reviewsWrite a Review
  • C
    Chris
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 05 Dec
    Great
    8.0

    The staff was amazingly nice and affable, offered very good services. Small room was with central heating, a work desk, and television...

  • G
    Graham
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 05 Dec
    Great
    8.0

    Clean and pleasant place, has beautiful views over the Cathedral. The small room is compact and has central heating, a work desk, and television. The bathroom is newly renovated. The hotel offers marvellous and particularly good location to the important sites of Florence. You can relax at Finnegan's Irish Pub, located nearby.

  • E
    Eric
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 30 Nov
    Great
    8.6

    The air conditioner isn't working well, it's not. Breakfast is tolerable.

  • J
    Jay
    United States
    Wrote a review on 18 Oct
    Very good
    7.4

    Favourable, beautiful location in the historic area. Pretty and great hotel, 0.5 miles from Peretola airport. Good bed, spacious bathroom and central heating, a safe, and multi-channel television in the room.

  • K
    Kenneth
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 13 Oct
    Perfect
    9.8

    Everything was just right!

    No notes!

  • C
    Chester
    United States
    Wrote a review on 12 Oct
    Very good
    7.0

    It had a marvellous and incredible location - within walking distance of a medieval cathedral. The staff were welcoming and nice and offered guidance.

  • Wrote a review on 28 Sept
    Perfect
    9.2

    Very good location and nice rooms

    The bathroom bin wasn't emptied when we first entered in the room. Also no shower gel or shampoo in the bathroom.

  • Wrote a review on 23 Sept
    Perfect
    9.6

    Great location near to all main city attractions, nice equipment of the hotel and the room, cleanliness.

    The breakfast has been very poor. In all other prospects the hotel can be considered as good value for money.

  • Wrote a review on 31 Aug
    Perfect
    9.8

    Wonderful situation. Very nice room and panoramic bar.

    To go to the hotel with a car is really a mess

  • Wrote a review on 26 Aug
    Needs improvement
    5.0

    close to city centre, but does not look like a hotel

    breakfast is really bad, did not provide enough food...does not worth for the money. I paid 140 euro per night but it is not at all worth.the fridge does not work at all.

  • Wrote a review on 20 Aug
    Perfect
    9.0

    Tarihi mekanlara olan yakinligi, konumu

    Park yeri olmamasi

  • Wrote a review on 14 Aug
    Great
    8.0

    We loved this Hotel. It was the best Hotel for the price of any that we stayed in Italy. The staff was friendly, courteous and helpful. The room was clean, bright, well decorated and had good air conditioning. It had a good breakfast. The location was fantastic. It was near the Duomo. Originally we had booked the room for one night but it was so nice we stayed for three nights.

  • Wrote a review on 04 Aug
    Perfect
    9.4

    Great value for a comfortable hotel in a convenient location close to to the Duomo.

  • Wrote a review on 01 Aug
    Very good
    7.2

    The location was good, very close to duomo cathedral.

    Rooms were dirty, they did not even tidy the sheets in second day. Breakfast was very very poor, must be enriched.

  • T
    Thomas
    United States
    left 14 reviews
    Wrote a review on 25 Jul
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    9.0
    spacious room
    cozy lounge

    We loved the spacious triple room, perfect for my family with two adults and a baby, and we had a great time enjoying the cozy lounge and relaxing by the small pool area. We also appreciated the breakfast options, though there could have been a bit more variety.

    Triple Room

FAQ about Hotel California

What popular attractions are closest to Hotel California?
Guests of Hotel California can visit Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore (about 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Piazza della Signoria placed 10 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to the hotel?
Peretola airport lies within 10 km of the hotel and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Does the charming 4-star Hotel California have a car parking on site?
Yes, the charming 4-star Hotel California provides parking spaces nearby.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the Hotel California hotel?
Guests of the Hotel California hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Trattoria Za Za offering Central-Italian cuisine.
Does the charming 4-star Hotel California hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the charming 4-star Hotel California hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:30 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What are the booking prices at the charming 4-star Hotel California?
The prices at the charming 4-star Hotel California start from $106.
What payment methods are accepted in the 4-star Hotel California?
At the 4-star Hotel California, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the charming 4-star Hotel California comprise?
The charming 4-star Hotel California provides such room types as Quadruple Room, Triple Room, and Budget Queen Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Some suites at the hotel boast soundproof windows, a writing desk as well as private bathrooms which include a hair dryer and a walk-in shower.
Does the 4-star Hotel California offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the 4-star Hotel California there are rooms with accessible facilities, wheelchair access, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
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