A 4-star hotel right on Via Calzaiuoli, the street that links Piazza del Duomo with Piazza della Signoria. Hotel FH55 Calzaiuoli Florence is a good fit if you want to do almost all your sightseeing on foot and be able to go back to the hotel between visits without detours.
Location and getting around
It is at number 6 Via Calzaiuoli. The Duomo (Florence Cathedral) and Piazza della Signoria are about a 5-minute walk away, and so are the Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio. Allow about 10 minutes to the Accademia Gallery.
If you arrive by train, Santa Maria Novella station is about 15 minutes on foot. To compare other areas, see our guide to hotels in Florence.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms have a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Some overlook the rooftops of the historic centre, so if that interests you, ask when you book.
Breakfast is a buffet with Florentine pastries and Tuscan specialities. According to the hotel itself, you can also ask for it to be brought to your room. There is a reading room with national and international newspapers and complimentary drinks.
Who it suits
- A good fit if it is your first time in Florence and you want the main sights a few steps away.
- A good fit for couples who like an unhurried breakfast before going out.
- Ideal if you plan to spend part of the trip in the shops of the centre.
- A good fit for a break of two or three days when you don’t want to use transport.
Good to know
Check-in is from 14:00 to midnight and you will be asked for photo ID and a credit card. Check-out is until 11:00. The hotel is not listed as having its own parking or wifi included, so it is worth confirming with the hotel.