Offering free WiFi, Friends of Florence is set in a restored 15th-century building, opposite the Boboli Gardens in Florence. Air-conditioned rooms are bright and feature exposed wood-beamed ceilings, a wardrobe, and either an internal or external private bathroom. Ponte Vecchio is a 10-minute walk from Friends of Florence. Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station is 2 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Florence, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.9
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  • Colin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Fab apartment, in a great part of town. Excellent hosts. Comfy bed, lovely linen, air con, brilliant shower. Everything worked well. A great stay, thank you team for your efforts and kindness
  • Khouloud
    France France
    We loved Simon's energy and kindness. He gave us an exclusive map of the best spots in Florence and even the less touristy parts of the city. We loved the location, which is within walking distance of everything. Plus, the Piti Express downstairs...
  • Darius
    Australia Australia
    Claudio was a truly wonderful host. He gave us great information on where to go, where to eat, where to drink etc that evaded all the tourist traps. The room was clean, and all amenities were provided, including detergent for that all important...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Friends of Florence

9.7
9.7
Host review score
Host review score

Friends of Florence
Friends Of Florence is a house in typical Florentine style, renovated with great care, decorated in warm hues, quiet, welcoming and fresh in summer. Friends of Florence is not a hotel. Our aim is to make our guests feel at home, as they would if staying with friends! Each of our rooms has unique features, with Tuscan cotto and wooden floors, beamed ceilings, marble and serena stone furnishings, and original fixtures, all skilfully restored by Florentine craftsmen. Also the curtains are hand-made by local experts. The furnishings are simple, functional and the beds are very comfortable. A mixture of Florentine tradition and modern design. All rooms are decorated with works by florentine artists. The B&B has free wi-fi connection for guests.
Friends of Florence is in a historical building dating back to the 1400s located in the heart of Florence, opposite Boboli Gardens. The hotel is on the first floor and has an elevator. It has been completely renovated, while maintaining the historic features to keep the authentic charm of real Florentine homes. The Florentine owners, Simone and Claudio, will welcome you and make you feel at home. They are always available throughout your stay and will be happy to provide advice on sightseeing and exploring Florence.
Friends of Florence is in the old city centre of Florence, very near Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti and other famous sights. It is located opposite Boboli Gardens in the heart of Florence known as “Oltrarno”, the most authentic and fascinating area of Florence. Staying in this old area packed with traditions allows visitors to get to know the real Florence, its “character”, food and locals, strolling through the maze of streets that lead to Palazzo Pitti, the Uffizi Museum, from Boboli Gardens to Ponte Vecchio, from the Santo Spirito Basilica to the Lungarni avenues along the Arno River. This is the perfect location for tourists, travellers, artists, businesspersons and for all those seeking to have an unforgettable experience in Florence.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Italian

Property surroundings

Facilities of Friends Of Florence
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Barber/beauty shop
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Italian

House rules

Friends Of Florence takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash ATM card Friends Of Florence accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A surcharge of EUR 20 applies for arrivals outside check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Friends Of Florence in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Friends Of Florence

  • Friends Of Florence is 0.8 miles from the centre of Florence. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Friends Of Florence offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Friends Of Florence include:

      • Apartment
      • Double

    • Check-in at Friends Of Florence is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Friends Of Florence may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.