Bed & Breakfast Olga's House - Florence

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Apr 2008

When travelling for business, you can feel less far from home

Guest name: AL, Italy

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2008

Once you get up the VERY daunting eight flights of stairs you will find a wonderful, modern and clean room. The staff could not be more chatty or friendly. English is pretty good. If you want a big breakfast in your room you'll be disappointed because an Italian collazione (coffee and a croissant) is offered at a nearby cafe as part of the tariff. This is not for people with a lot of heavy luggage or who cannot handle climbing stairs. I will return because of the lovely owners and the incredibly convenient location.

Guest name: Robert Cappuccino, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mother & Daughter

stayed in Feb 2008

Roberto was extremely welcoming and explained briefly what was expected of the guests. His rules were extremely simple. He helped with any questions and also had extra guide books if you needed them. The rooms were extremely clean and in a location that was amazing. I would stay at Olga's House again and recommend it to anyone.

Guest name: AP, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Mar 2008

My friend and I had a great time in Florence, the B and B's quality, location and hospitality of Roberto enhanced our stay ten fold and I would have no hestiation in recommending this accommodation. The only reason I would not recommend this B and B to mature travelers or those with small children would be due to the stairs leading up to the accommodation.

Guest name: EF, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Feb 2008

Olga's house is very clean, new and well-maintained by the dedicated owner. Attention is paid to every aspect: hair dryer, bath rope, slippers and towels are all provided, definitely more than what one would get from a typical B&B. The location is central to major attractions, like 30 seconds from Palazzo vecchio/Piazza della Signoria; and yet the room is very quiet. I have received very welcoming hospitality from the owner. The ride to airport is arranged promptly. Highly recommended!!!

Guest name: MT, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jan 2008

With the one caveat of ensuring you know that there are 80 steps up to the entrance of the this gorgeous B&B, you cannot find a better location or price in Florence. I have stayed in Florence for over 30 years and this is unquestionably the finest value for dollar spent in that city.

Guest name: MS, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jan 2008

Lovely accommodation just a few steps from Piazza della Signora and the Uffiz. The climb up the steep 80 steps was worth the excellent value for money this place represents, but not for the unfit. Room was modern and spotlessly clean,in an old style building that had all the character of Florence. The owner could not have been more helpful. The breakfast arrangement at a local cafe was different but worked well. I would not hesitate to use this accommodation again.

Guest name: PA, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Dec 2007

Amazingly clean and neat room with a good bath facility. Hot and strong shower refreshed me very much, which I didn't expect to find in Italy especially in such old buildings. Robert's hospitality was so great that to make me mentally relaxed also.

Guest name: Ichiro Ehara Ichiro Ehara, Japan

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Nov 2007

I am really appreciate the welcome of Roberto. He is very helpful when I request something in the last minute. Highly recommend.

Guest name: Thaneth Angkasirisan, Thailand

Average rating:  7.9

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2007

Great location. Nice staff - friendly and helpful. Downpoint for me, is the number of stairs required to climb to get into the B&B. Anyone with any mobility limitation should not consider this accomodation as there are over 80 stairs to climb. I would not stay here again due to this obstacle.

Guest name: NK, Canada

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Nov 2007

Great place to stay. The only thing you should be aware of, is that there are a lot o steep steps and no elevator. So if you have lots of bagages, have a little baby, or have some problems to move... you will need some help.

Guest name: CV, Italy

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2007

I really enjoyed my all too brief stay at Olga's House. The restaurant that Roberto recommended was wonderful. Roberto couldn't have been more helpful. I would like to go back and stay for a longer time next time!

Guest name: JS, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

We really enjoyed our stay. Given that Olga's is right beside the Piazza della Signoria it was extremely quiet. The windows have double glazing and it kept the noise out which was important for us. The location couldn't have been more ideal - no matter where we went in Florence, it was always easy to pop back and get a jacket or leave something in the room.

Guest name: EC, Ireland

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

My husband & I had an excellent stay at Olga's House. The place was nice & close to a lot of tourist attactions. Roberto was very great! He was attentive and extremely helpful. He gave us wonderful tips and restaurant suggestions. He even found us train schedule without having us to ask (just to make sure that we didn't have to waste our time at the train station waiting!) I would recommend Olga's House to all tourists visiting Florence! One thing is: they're on the third floor and there's no elevator. (Well, you need to walk a lot while you're in Florence anyway! Walking up the stairs actually wasn't that bad!)

Guest name: Paulina Leung, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Aug 2007

We were so pleased to stay at the Olga's House. Roberto's hospitality and care given towards was so special, which you cannot have in a big hotel or even at a five star hotel. Breakfast was provided by one of the most famous cafes in Florence, which locates just around the corner. The location of the hotel was also excellent and yet the room was quiet. My friend and I had such a great stay that we want to come back again. Thank you.

Guest name: MY, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2007

I had a wonderful stay at Olga's House! The location is ideal and the rooms are great! Roberto is very helpful and provided great advice on things to do and see during a short stay in the city...I would definitely stay here again!!

Guest name: Mandy Mills, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Roberto was very nice and attentionate. He proposed a selection of DVDs (for free). The only drawback of the place for us was that wifi was available but we did not bring our computer.

Guest name: JT, Hong Kong

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2007

Olga's House is a gem right in the midst of the Piazza della Signoria area. The location is perfect, the rates very reasonable, and the service excellent. Roberto is an engaging and truly helpful host. The accommodations themselves are not fancy, but everything is clean and comfortable. If you're looking for a great bargain near the Palazzo Vecchio, I highly recommend Olga's.

Guest name: Paul Wright, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jul 2007

We loved Olga's House: clean, spacious, well-appointed rooms. Very convenient for everything we wanted to see in Florence. Very helpful owner was able to help us with parking in a secure garage (streets are pedestrianised and public parking not safe). Breakfast by voucher in one of the nearby cafes, absolutely fine. Highly recommended.

Guest name: Tony Vanderharst, Australia

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: 

stayed in May 2007

The owner Robert was wonderful to us and went way above and beyond to ensure we had a pleasant stay (directions, local interests, helping to carry luggage, helping to book a hotel for the following week, etc). The only problem was that I was unaware there were a few flights of stairs to reach the hotel and was travelling with my 80 year old mother. But if you don't mind stairs, this is a GREAT place to stay for the money.

Guest name: Jan Clausen, USA

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2007

Location location location!!! Great location, right on the Piazza Signorina. Very warm and gracious host couple. Roby will do whatever it takes to make you comfortable and welcome. Some of the best a/c and showers we experienced in three weeks of travel in Italy. However, there is one thing you need to make sure you are aware of.....There is no lift and the hotel is on the 4th floor (actually 5th). There might be "50 ways to leave your lover" but there are 80 steps to Olga's House. Pack light....It is worth the climb. There is WIFI but intermittent coverage and only from certain "hot spots." The breakfast is served about a third of a block away at a local restaurant/bar on the Piazza Signorina.

Guest name: VC, USA

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2007

Very close to everything. Roberto was very helpful & funny. Watch out for those stairs, they are very good exercise.

Guest name: Michael Heafer, USA

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2007

Other than the trek up four flights of stairs our stay was top notch. Good value and location was ideal.The owner was very helpful in acquainting us with the city.

Guest name: Frank Green, USA

Average rating:  6.4

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Apr 2007

Location was excellent. Breakfast is not on the premises, and we had to spend our own money in order to eat a decent breakfast. Room was very quiet, lots of hot water, beds were comfortable but narrow. Some rooms were tiny. The proprietor was not as helpful as we would have preferred. There are 80 steps up to the room, no elevator. So pack light or find a place with an elevator. No public area to sit in.

Guest name: Mark Popovsky, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Feb 2007

Thank you very much Roberto for your hospitality! Hope see you soon!!

Guest name: Vincenzo La Malfa, Italy

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Dec 2006

Olga's House is a well-maintained place right in the heart of Florence. Roberto is a nice, friendly guy. He tries to stay on top of things and provide the best service he can. We enjoyed our stay. It was short, just for 1 night.... so, we didn't need to go up and down the stairs too many times!

Guest name: SP, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in Nov 2006

We stayed in the triple room (3 twin beds). Roberto was very helpful with our luggage and any questions we had. I would recommend Olga's to anyone traveling to Florence! The location was close to areas we wanted to see. Note of warning: many steps to reach Olga's on the 3rd floor. This would not be appropriate for anyone with limited mobility.

Guest name: Elaine O'Shaughnessy, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2006

Roberto is a fantastic host and Olga's is in an awesome location. Highly recommended.

Guest name: DM, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2006

I loved Olga's House and Roberto! He made the trip so lovely, and his welcoming demeanor was much needed after a less-than-great experience on the train. The rooms were bright and cheerful, just like Roberto!

Guest name: AB, USA

Average rating:  7.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

this was a lovely place and i would be back in a flash, if i could afford it. i know florence is expensive, but this was more than double the price we paid anywhere else in italy- and we traveled for 5 weeks!

Guest name: Ruth Beninger, Canada

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2006

We really enjoyed our stay at Olga's House. He was very welcoming and friendly. We only stayed there one night, but we wish we had more time in Florence. The location couldn't be better. The windows are sound proof when they are closed. We had our window open for a few hours at night and just listened to a musician in the square, it was really nice. I would definitly stay here again!!!!!!!!!!!

Guest name: Janna Florence, USA

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2006

Awesome location. We were able to roll out of bed and be in the Piazza de Signoria in 30 seconds! The Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio and other sites just minutes away. Great manager. Roberto could not have been more helpful. He accommodated all of our requests. The amount of stairs is daunting - although with the way we ate in Florence - the extra exercise was good!

Guest name: Susan/Arthur Grondine/Dauwer, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2006

Meeting Robert was fantastic. For a first stay in Florence it could not have be more pleasurable and hospitable. The rooms were clean, orderly, and the minute details and assistance from finding places to eat, to laundry was gracious of the host.

Guest name: Jeffrey Jacob, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Feb 2006

My nephew and I stayed at Olga's House in mid-February 2006 on our way to the Winter Olympics in Turin. It is the only place that I consider when staying in Florence. I have booked here twice before and will book here again when I head back to Florence. Location is absolutely the best and Roberto is a very welcoming host. He also recently remodeled the rooms which are nicely appointed, clean and very large. You can't go wrong staying here.

Guest name: David Dinkel, USA

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Group

stayed in Jul 2006

Warm welcoming and very considerate services. Clean and nicely decorated rooms. Be sure you advise your arrival time :)

Guest name: Taky Chan, Hong Kong

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jul 2006

This was a very nice stay, Roberto is very friendly, the room was very nice and clean. The only down side was the stairs, but consider it part of the charm! :-)

Guest name: EN, Norway

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jul 2006

Olga's House is in a wonderful location-a ten minute walk to the Duomo,the Ponte Vecchio is just around the corner and the Uffizi is a few steps across the Piazza!I couldn't ask for anything better on my first trip to Florence.Roberto was very hospitable and helpful with things one should know.The coffee and croissants at the Cafe Rivoire were a great way to start the day.The room was very comfortable thanks to the air conditioning( the temperature was in the high 30's)The stairs,which went on and on,wouldn't have been so bad if it hadn't been so hot out. I would stay there again.

Guest name: Joan Twiss, Canada

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2006

We had a great stay in Firenze due in part to Roberto and his B&B. Highly recomended due to quality of accomodations and Roberto's help. Only really bad thing about the B&B is the insane amount of stairs (80!) to get to the B&B -- there's no lift in the building.

Guest name: Andrew Brenner, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jun 2006

Very charming and good-running place with great location. The high-tech design shows the best correlation with the character of the owner. Warning: the place with the location on the 3rd floor has no lift (80 steps:)

Guest name: Anna Arkhangelskaya, Russia

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2006

This was an excellent place to stay while visiting Florence. The location could not be any better to the main attractions and train station (only cost €6.00). The B&B is fab and Roberto couldnt of been any nicer. He was so friendly and genuine. We even extended our stay in Olga's an extra 2nights as we loved it so much. Will definately be back and will recommend this place to anyone who goes to Florence!

Guest name: Lorraine Hartnett, Ireland

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in May 2006

Olga's house was a perfect spot from which to see Florence. It is in the immediate vicinity of the Uffizi, but high enough above the street, that you can retreat from the crowds back to your room. Our only disappointment was that a double room was not available and we had 2 single beds pushed together, which we were not clear on when we booked. It was lovely to get to know our host a little and his advice was great.

Guest name: AC, Canada

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Great location and price to enjoy Florence.

Guest name: William Krugh, USA

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Jun 2006

Accueil trés satisfaisant, gardien trés chaleureux. Réservé aux personnes qui ne craignent pas les 80 marches! Trés bien placé, juste à côté de la place de la Seigneurerie. Petit déjeuner servi au café Rivoire, debout, avec un personnel peu aimable et indifférent. Ce serait mieux de l'avoir dans la chambre.

Guest name: Therese MATHON, France

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jun 2006

Olgas ıs an up market Hostel arrangement wıth prıvate rooms. It ıs smack bang ın the centre of the cıty - fantastıc locatıon makes up for the staırs to get to the room. We only stayed one nıght but Roberto was wonderful, would stay agaın just for the locatıon. Breakfast was lıght - would recommend that you eat elsewhere. A brıoche and coffee standıng up wasn't my way of startıng the day.

Guest name: LM, Australia

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in May 2006

I was very satisfied with my stay at Olga's House. The owner, Roberto, is like a host welcoming you into his home. He cares about the comfort of his customers, and he is happy to offer recommendations for getting around Firenze and the area. I loved the quality of the cappuccino and cornetto breakfast at the nearby Cafe Rivoire -- and the flexibility it added to my schedule. If you want to be in the midst of the action at the Piazza della Signoria, you couldn't ask for a better location. Noise at night was not an issue -- I just closed the double-paned windows. Decor of my room (the single) was spare, but very comfortable, new, and well-designed. As for the stairs, don't worry about them. They're just a nice built-in workout. Roberto was happy to help with my luggage, coming and going. FYI, my taxi fare to the train station was 8 Euros.

Guest name: Barbra Markham, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Apr 2006

Excellent bed and breakfast! Just keep in mind that it is NOT a hotel, so don't expect the same level of extra-services (laundry, etc.) This said, the staff is very welcoming and always willing to help out.

Guest name: Gustavo Aceves, France

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Apr 2006

A very convenient guesthouse as it is only a stone;s throw away from the marvellous Piazza della Signoria and the Uffizi Gallery. Roberto was always there to assist and ask if anything was needed. Overall,it was a very pleasant stay with the only exception, the lack of an elevator... During my stay I wished Leonardo Da Vinci could have invented it, since Olga's house was on the third floor of an otherwise really cosy and modern guesthouse!

Guest name: Ioannis Mavropoulos, Greece

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2006

Olga's House is so well located! We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. Roberto the ownder was so friendly and welcoming too! The room was immaculate and very comfortable. The only warning I would give is that there are many stairs to climb to get up to the floor of Olga's House so be warned if you have heavy suitcases! Luckily we had backpacks! :) I couldn't recommend this place highly enough, it's a fantastic base to explore Florence from. We will certainly be going back!!!

Guest name: Louise Wilson, United Kingdom

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Apr 2006

Carrying lot of luggage is not very good idea here due to stairs, which was pretty common with other places as well so not specific to this place. Nearby market noise can bother some in the night. The owner is a friendly person. Due to renovation needed cash, but was not clear earlier till we reached there and so was little bit of hassle if you did not plan for large amounts to be spent on cash when you are travelling outside US since our bankcard had been disabled. Location wise very close to Uffizzi and piazza del signora and can walk to duomo and even accademia and train station [latter two about 10-15 minutes]. The breakfast coupon is valid at nearby restaurant if you make sure you eat on the bar, else the difference if you sit and eat will be very much. The B&B should provide maid cleaning by default for stays long er than one night instead and also provide towels without making them on demand. The room was clean when we took, but would appreciate the maids coming without we having to specify the following day.

Guest name: AP, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2006

We stayed two night in March, 2006. A clean and spacious double room at the top of an invigorating 80 step climb! (Yes, the stairs can be intimidating - you definitely don't want to forget anything in the room before you go down in the morning. :) The room was very nice. Everything looked brand new, and there was even a flat screen LCD TV and DVD in the room! It really felt more like an upscale hotel room than a bedroom in someone's house. The owner, Roberto, was very helpful and even sent a personal confirmation e-mail in addition to the Venere e-mail. His recommendations for dinner were excellent. The included breakfast of coffee & a pastry was in one of the city's finer chocolatiers - on the Piazza della Signoria, just a few steps from the B&B and directly across from the Uffizi Gallery. Our view was identical to the one shown on the web site. It faces north, and looks over a classic covered market square. (It cleared out at night and you could hear the occasional group of boisterous college students, but they never got too loud.) No WiFi or broadband internet access, yet. The web site mentions a 'free Internet Point,' but the only option we were given was a phone line in the room. Roberto said he was getting the run around from his local telecom company, so I did my best to convince him he could set up the WiFi on his own. Until then, there is a nice internet cafe about a block from the B&B with reasonable hourly rates.

Guest name: Erik Flom, USA