Hotel Albergotto - Florence

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2008

Excellent hotel, great location on the edge of the old city.

Guest name: DE, United Kingdom

Average rating:  2.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Apr 2008

Very disapointing hotel. Couldn't understand why it is rated as a four star hotel. The furniture was old and not very clean, the room was small and had the smallest TV i ever seen in my life. Cleaners shouted in the corridors in the morning. This hotel is a correct 2 star , very bad relionship price/quality.

Guest name: FS, France

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Apr 2008

It is a wonderful cute hotel in a great location. Very central to everything including the best shopping in the area. The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. It was our favorite place to stay and i would recommend it to everyone. We went for our 10th anniversary and put that in our comments when booking. The staff had a beautiful bottle of wine and a note waiting for us in the room. They gave us a wonderful room with an incredible view. It was so quiet with the windows closed and so very loud with them open. I would caution older people that there is a flight of stairs to enter the hotel. The porter handled the bags up it, but their is no elevator access to the ground floor. The breakfast in the mornings were very nice. Really I have nothing but compliments for this hotel.

Guest name: ES, USA

Average rating:  7.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Mar 2008

This was my second time to Firenze and I will be visiting again and again. There is more to see in Firenze than can be accomplished in only a few visits. The Albergotto Hotel was very nice. The front desk personnel are well versed in English and other languages. They are very helpful and will go the extra mile to find out times and places of events. Make sure to specify that you would like a view of the street if you book online as we checked in for a 5-day stay and were put in a dark room with only a small high corner window and an alley view. I became clostrophobic immediately. In order to change rooms, it cost us an extra 200 Euros for the stay. We were offered to change rooms the next day for the same rate, however, chose to upgrade so that we could settle in and begin our visit. The breakfast is lovely, moderate, but if you have to have a protein based breakfast, you can find it here. We felt that although the room was large and clean, the cost was double the price of our fantastic hotel in Sorrento, and will possibly shop around the next time for a better value. The people and service were great and other than the inflated price, I would recommend staying here. The location is closer to the termini than the map suggests. Just go straight down past the Santa Maria Novella piazza and take a left on a side road to Tournabuone. Use google maps for walking directions.

Guest name: PH, USA

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jan 2008

Nice and charming litle hotel, excellent location. Good prices.

Guest name: JORGE VERGARA ESCRIBANO, Spain

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2007

I personally like this hotel because it was very clean, organized, elegant and close to everything including designer shops, toursit attractions, S.M.N. station, etc... Internet reception wasn't very good and breakfast could have more variety other than that all was great.

Guest name: KS, Malta

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Dec 2007

The room is smaller, taking elevator inconvenient, but serve very good

Guest name: MH, China

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Dec 2007

Only drawback is the flight of stairs up to the lift, need to be quite fit. Otherwise excellent value and location for this time of year. Might be a bit busy and noisy in the summer. This was our 2nd stay and would stay here again in winter.

Guest name: KS, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Dec 2007

At breakfast you get an excellent cappuccino. We stayed in Firenze for 9 days. The location of the hotel is perfect. You are in the middle of everything.

Guest name: Peter Van De Wiel, Netherlands

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

The hotel was perfectly located. The staff -especially Valentina, was attentive and efficient. Restaurant recommendations were alsp good. The room was attractive and comfortable and the bathroom was nicely tiled and immaculate. I would certainly recommend this fine hotel to anyone visiting my favorite city.

Guest name: JP, USA

Average rating:  7.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

A pleasant hotel in a convenient neighbourhood. We were upgraded to a lovely spacious room with large bathroom, both spotlessly clean. The only downside was the night-time noise from the street below even though we were on the third floor. This seems to be a common problem in Florence. The staff were all friendly and helpful.

Guest name: NL, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Our Albergotto experience was wounderful. The staff could not have been more helpful, efficient and organized. The room (and bathroom) were roomy, clean and well equiped. Only minor complaint was that if you need the windows open (for ventilation or temperature adjustments) the noise can be bothersome. Also the stairs to the first level are mildly annoying after a long day of sight seeing, (we saw this at other hotels aroud town). Lugging luggage is not a problem as the bell staff is always there to help. Overall a great, friendly place in a great area of town that delivers what it advertises and we would not hesitate to stay there again.

Guest name: Rolando Necuze, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

We loved the location of this hotel which was smack in the middle of what we wanted out of a holiday which was shopping and sightseeing. This is the place to stay if you love shopping for designer goods. This hotel is really lovely but be prepared to walk up the flight of steps before reaching the reception area. People with bad knees and walking problems, this hotel is not for you!! Can you imagine lugging your baggage up all these steps? Apart from this, this is a lovely hotel and a plus point is wifi internet is FREE!!!!! Our room which overlooks Via Tournobuoni can be quite noisy especially early morning when you want to sleep late and get woken up by noisy traffic passing the street below. The hotel can do with sound proof windows. The hotel rooms are quite pricey but worth it.

Guest name: KV, Brunei

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Albergotto staff was excellent. The breakfast room staff and the surroundings exceeded our expectations. Porter service was commendable.

Guest name: John Paolucci, USA

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

The hotel was very nice, and so the people there. The location was fine too We spent a great holiday there

Guest name: AG, Spain

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

We only stayed at the Albergotto for one night, however the staff was so friendly and helpful and they even gave us a free upgrade to our room. We had early reservations at the Academia the next morning and they let us eat breakfast earlier than the time it opened being 7:30. Very well located too - close to everything!Would definitely stay here again.

Guest name: Valerie James, Canada

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

The staff is incredibly helpful, cheerful, and knowledgeable. The hotel is comfortable, in a great location and is most welcoming.

Guest name: Gayle Kaufman, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

Very good location if you don't mind some walking with the luggages from the train station. The fruits at the breakfast were not fresh at all. Decent comfortable rooms and bathrooms. UK and US daily newspapers a plus.

Guest name: Andreas Liverdos, Cyprus

Average rating:  5.7

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

For the price it was just ok. If you search probably can find more interesting hotel for same or better price.

Guest name: GR, USA

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jan 2007

Great location. Enjoyed our stay and we would stay there again.

Guest name: John O'Donnell, Ireland

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jan 2007

The Hotel was close to almost all landmarks in Florence(Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, ...)

Guest name: Jin Yoo, South Korea

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Nov 2006

I highly recommend this hotel. The staff is very helpful and friendly and the location is convenient to many tourist sites. The breakfast was also very good. The only strange thing was the walk upstairs to get to the elevator (lift), but a bellboy (or whatever the politically-correct term is) met me and helped with the luggage.

Guest name: DG, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

Although unassuming at first glance, Hotel Albergotto turned out to be an excellent choice for a quick stay in Florence. It seems to have been recently renovated, the rooms and public areas are pristine and decorated with quiet good taste. The location is excellent, short walk from train station, close to Duomo area. The rooms were a little small but provided all necessities. It would seem to appeal to business travelers as well as tourists.

Guest name: Lucy Andrews, USA

Average rating:  6.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

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Guest name: LP, Italy

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Sep 2006

The reseption is at 2nd floor. We can use elevetor from 1st floor, so we have to go up the stairs to 1st floor. Of course, we can also call the bell boy. The room was very nice.

Guest name: Akiko Tonooka, Japan

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2006

We were very happy with our stay at the Albergotto. It is in the perfect location to all the main attractions. It is also just a five minute walk to the main car rental offices and train station. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We had a very large room. There are also many great restaurants in the area. The hotel is on a busy street, but I was suprised at the quietness of our room.

Guest name: Renee Barbieri, USA

Average rating:  4.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jul 2006

The room we stayed was very dark and bad view. We saw the dirty rags at other windows accross our window. I think it was staff room??? They had a nice fruit, prosciutto for breakfast. The location was great to go out everywhere for shopping and/or sightseeing.

Guest name: FH, Japan

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jun 2006

Great location, two blocks from Piazza della Republica and one more to Duomo and about five minutes walk to Ponte Vecchio. Great room and Valentina (the lady at the front desk) was very friendly and helpful. No doubt I'll book again this hotel on a next trip to Florence.

Guest name: Herbert Munoz, Guatemala

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2006

We were most pleased with the hotel facilities and the location. We would recommend your hotel to anyone. Great visit!!!

Guest name: JP, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Except for the flight of stairs before you can reach the elevator, the place is perfect. The staff very cordial, clean areas and room. Will definately stay always at this hotel as long as they keep it this way a trully 4* exquisite hotel.

Guest name: CARLOS BEGUIGNE, USA

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2006

Staff very friendly and helpful,rooms very comfortable and clean (but I wish net curtains had been cleaned) and altogether hotel was good value. Location excellent for sightseeing.

Guest name: John Kidston, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2006

The Albergotto is a jewel. Convenient to everything Florence has to offer. While the steps to the hotel itself were no problem for us, it would be wise to let people know they need the ability to climb 30 or so stairs to reach the elevator. No question that we will make the Albergotto our address in Florence on any future trips.

Guest name: Eileen Ramspacher, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Apr 2006

Great location, comfortable beds, nice breakfast. Stairs a bother, but porter available to help with bags and elevator from 1st floor up. Location next door to all the designer shops was worth it. Wonderful staff and service. Delicious meals at several locations within a 5 minute walk. Close to everything.

Guest name: Terrisita Ainsworth, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jan 2006

The Albergotto is a very nice hotel. It's in a great location, the service is excellent, and the room was spotless. The private bath was like new and very fashionable. I highly recommend this hotel.

Guest name: JE, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Dec 2005

We loved this hotel! The only drawback I can see is that there are about 28 steps up to the elevator. Anyone thinking they won't have to climb stairs will be surprised. Wonderful breakfasts in the breakfast room. Very friendly staff. Fantastic location for shopping, museums, Ponte Vecchio and Duomo.

Guest name: Roberta Downey, USA

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Dec 2005

Reception/day portering staff very efficient and friendly. However night porter forgot our wake up call which could have resulted in us missing our plane. However, that aside we would stay in the Albergotto again.

Guest name: Kathhleen Small, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Oct 2005

First of all I would like to thank the hotel staff who were top grade. The rooms were clean and well kept. My only complaint was the shower head in our room, it was noisy. The other two couples that went with us also enjoyed the hotel. The hotel is centrally located. I will be staying at the Albergotto when I return to Florence.

Guest name: Carlos Olmos, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Aug 2005

Our stay was fabulous. The hotel exceeded our expectations. We have travelled extensively throughout Europe and found this hotel to be of high quality. The staff was very helpful and went out of their way to assist us. I would recommend this hotel to others. Thank you for the pleasant stay Albergotto.

Guest name: DK, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jul 2005

This was a great hotel - an easy walk and just minutes from the train station in Florence, even with rolling bags. Hotel staff was very helpful in recommending things to see, restaurants, making reservations and helping us as "travel agents" in our next foray down the road in Italy. I would easily stay again at this hotel and have recommended it to a friend already.

Guest name: John Thomas, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

Very centrally located Hotel, you can walk to all major atractions and points of interest. Staff made every effort to make us feel welcomed and provided very useful advise. I Latini a close by restaurant recommended by the staff was excellent and fun. They also recommended a hairstyling salon for my wife which was very good and reasonably priced. Carolina at the fron desk took good care of us. I would stay there agin when returning to Florence

Guest name: FG, Puerto Rico

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in May 2005

We had a wonderful stay. The staff was so helpful and friendly. The rooms were very big and nicely decorated. The location was in the heart of Florence, so you could walk to everything. The breakfast had a lot of variety and lots of food. I would definately stay there again.

Guest name: KL, USA

Average rating:  5.0

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Mar 2005

QUITE THE WALK UP THE STAIRS TO GET TO THE MAIN LOBBY. I FELT YOU WERE ALWAYS BEING WATCHED VIA VIDEO CAMERAS. ONE OF OUR DAUGHTERS GOT SICK AND HAD TO STAY WITH US. THEY CHARGED AN ADDITIONAL 25 EUR FOR ROLL-A-WAY BED. VERY LOUD ON THE STREET SIDE. WOULD NOT STAY HERE AGAIN. GOOD LOCATION AND ADEQUATE BREAKFAST

Guest name: GL, USA

Average rating:  4.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2005

Location and accessibility to tourist area is excellent, the staff were very freindly and helpfull and the hotel in general was quite pleasant. Our dissapointment was with the overall quality of the room compared to the price, star rating and expectations based on our travel experience throughout europe. The room was clean and tidy but lacked the quality we expected from a 4 stal hotel in this price bracket.

Guest name: Brett Cooper, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Mar 2005

Nice hotel. Very friendly service. Quiet room.

Guest name: PD, Italy

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jan 2005

Très bel hôtel dans lequel - à part les employés - nous n'avons croisés personne (basses saison sans doute). Une grande chambre que nous avons choisi entre deux et dans laquelle nous sommes entrées dès notre arrivé à 9heures de matin et pour le même prix !!! Très bon accueil, bon petit déjeuner, calme et très central pour les visites. Attention tout de même car il y a un grand escalier avant d'arriver à la réception. Toutefois, nous avons été aidé pour nos bagages en partant et une fois que nous avons enregisté notre arrivée. Bon Séjour à Florence !!!

Guest name: VS, France

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Dec 2004

Excellent hotel. Full 4 star value. Warm comfortable quiet and in the heart of Florence.

Guest name: Huon Snelgrove, Italy

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Nov 2004

Other than the street noise and a difficulty in balancing temperature, the stay was superb. The hotel is perfectly located, accomodatin extremely comfortable, even good linens. Staff were friendly, helpful and extremely accomodating to our every need. Thanks Venere, good job!

Guest name: Gary Gilpin, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Nov 2004

We had a wonderful stay at Albergotto. The front desk staff was especially helpful, train schedules, where to rent a car, maps, etc. The location was perfect. We walked all over Florence with ease. A short walk to the train station. We found a great trattatoria around the corner: Marione. We wish we could go back soon.

Guest name: Emily Miranda, USA

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Gay Couple

stayed in Sep 2004

Very quiet room in historic Palazzo. Neighboorhood similar to 57th St. in MYC, very shopping o'centric but not too far from Ufizzi, duomo, etc. They took very good care of us. There are quite a lot of stairs to get to the main floor from the street.

Guest name: BD, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Nov 2004

Florence has long been a destination city for me -- it is the place of my heart's desire and a place in which I hope to live someday. As a result I look for positive reinforcing experiences that support that intention. The Albergotto took very good care of me -- making me feel at home and taking care of my needs. I will stay there on future visits when my travel plans require a hotel.

Guest name: CH, USA