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Hotel California

4.0 star property

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Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Via Ricasoli 30, Florence, FI, 50122
  • Piazza del Duomo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Uffizi Gallery
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Double Room Single Use

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Triple Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Quadruple Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Florence

Located in Florence (Historic Centre of Florence), Hotel California is within a 5-minute walk of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza del Duomo. .This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Piazza della Signoria and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Central Market.

What's nearby

  • Piazza del Duomo - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 12 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Ménagère - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffé Ricasoli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Twist Bistrot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Giglio d'Oro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rosalia Salad Gourmet - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Hotel California offers 49 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as concierge services and a television in a common area.
Satisfy your appetite for dinner at California (7:30-9:30 PM), a restaurant which specializes in Italian cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
California (7:30-9:30 PM) - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking; reservations required and discounts available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • California (7:30-9:30 PM)

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Spring Break deposit: EUR 30 per night (for guests under 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

California Florence
Hotel California Florence
Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Florence
Hotel California Hotel Florence

Hotel California Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 131 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 784 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Faith

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Grisel

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Alta Loma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! This service was amazing. Check in was easy and they were very helpful with places to see and transportation. We had a continental breakfast that was delivered in the morning and was excellent. Definitely recommend to anyone visiting Venice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Al principio da una buena impresión con sus nuevos ascensores. Pero las pésimas habitaciones no se parecían en nada a las fotos, habitaciones sucias y polvorientas, el aire acondicionado no funciona, encontré uñas de personas en la cama de la habitación y también en el suelo. No volvería.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Steven

Disliked: Staff & service
Room looked nothing like the pictures. False advertisement. No hot water. Annoying staff and policies, insisting you leave them your key every time you go in and or of the hotel. Never saw this anywhere else. Also insisting on you paying *cash* for 21€ arbitrary “city tax” with no paper receipt. Threatened to call the police and hold on my luggage if I did not pay cash (I wanted to pay by card). Overall fantastic location, terrible management. Parking Michalengelo just underneath was 5-stars, these guys are professionals, fantastic service (not associated with the hotel)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Hotel

This hotel is in the center of walkable attractions like Duomo, Statue of David, and Central Market. From the railroad station, a taxi can be between 22 and 28 euros to the hotel, depending on time of day and traffic. There are two small two-person elevator lifts: One from the street to the first floor reception, and one from the first floor to the fourth floor. City tax was paid upfront in cash at check-in. Reception staff was friendly. Rooms were OK, Breakfast was OK in a nice dining area. No pastries. Housekeeping is insistent on changing your towels and making up your bed. Any garbage not in the trash bin will not be picked up. Other than that, nice hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a good experience and perfect clean place for your visit
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Very clean. Bedroom was comfortable and nice. Breakfast was great! Walking distance to train station and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super location, just a few minute walk from Palazzo Duomo. Lots of places to eat very close by and food was very good. Just a couple minutes walk from several attractions. Hotel was very clean, staff was very helpful, loved out room (except for the hard bed but this seems to be the trend in Italy so beware). Would def stay here again,.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location to many of the major monuments. Also ideal for walking to shopping areas and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Marvelous location and spacious room. However, as a cuddly sleeper I didn't appreciate falling inbetween the crack of our "queen" bed which was just 2 twins pushed together.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Authentic Italian hotel with a good size room. The free breakfast had a really good selection. I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Walkable to main attractions, dining,and convenient transportation to pick up locations for excursions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Moises

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Well located, walking distance to maine visiting places,….ok price/quality ratio,
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am wondering how this hotel rated 4 stars. It is not even 3 stars.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben, Albuquerque

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mayra

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ewelina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest hotels I stayed in. Huge and beautiful room. Great breakfast and super nice staff. Walkable to main attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carmela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024