Hotel Donatello
Piazza Indipendenza 23
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“The hotel is in a quiet area within easy walking distance of all tourist attract…”
“Very nice hotel, perfect location, super friendly staff”
“The staff was very friendly”
“Great location and helpful staff”
“The rooms were quite old, but still acceptable”
“Room was absolutely adequate and cleaned every day”
“Breakfast was served every morning and was good”
“The breakfast was average”
“The big was comfortable and clean”
“The food was excellent, the facilities were spotless, Our room was also very com…”
“Cleanliness was decent and within a reasonable standard”
“Overall good value for money”
Overview
Hotel Donatello is in a quiet residential area, 10 minutes’ walk from Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Rooms feature air conditioning and a TV. The Donatello Hotel is a 20-minute stroll from Florence’s main historic sites including the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio. The Fortezza da Basso Exhibition Centre is just 500 metres away. Rooms are decorated in a distinctive Florentine style and some have frescoed ceilings, all feature marble bathrooms. They are equipped with internet access and a hairdryer. The breakfast buffet is served in the Dontatello’s bright dining room and there is a small lounge bar. Guests can relax out in the garden in this green area of Florence.
Traveller reviews
Ferguson
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
The hotel is in a quiet area within easy walking distance of all tourist attractions. The big was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was served every morning and was good. I would return to this hotel.
Peter
solo_traveller
June 6, 2026
“Beautiful hotel in the heart of Florence”
Very nice hotel, perfect location, super friendly staff
Selina
couple
June 4, 2026
“Great stay in Florenz”
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The food was excellent, the facilities were spotless, Our room was also very comfortable. The staff was very friendly. A special thanks to Marco, who made us feel truly welcome from the moment we arrived. He greeted us warmly and recommended some fantastic restaurants. Thank you, Marco, for making our stay even more enjoyable!
Henrik
extended_group
May 31, 2026
The hotel looks nice from the outside. It is next to a park.
Ian
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“Staff were wonderful, room was spacious; outdoor courtyard very pleasant for breakfast”
Old world style
Joseph
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
Great location and helpful staff.
osanloo
couple
May 24, 2026
“Honestly the place felt more like a guesthouse or hostel than an actual hotel.”
On the positive side, the location is good and close to the city center. The rooms were quite old, but still acceptable. Cleanliness was decent and within a reasonable standard. The breakfast was average.
Betty
solo_traveller
May 16, 2026
Good location near shops and restaurants. Close to train station.
Nigel
couple
May 15, 2026
“Works if you arrive by train”
Location good
Dorene
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
Location ws good about 15 min walk from the main train station. Room was absolutely adequate and cleaned every day. The breakfast was fine. There is also a nice courtyard within the hotel where you can relax or have breakfast.
Vincent
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
Quiet location, well within walking distance of main visitor attractions.. Clean room friendly staff.
Todoran
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
“Good location but in need of renovation”
The location is good. Breakfast was fine and the room was clean.
Mathias
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
“Hospitality to remember!”
Excellent staff.
Kristine
couple
April 6, 2026
Great spot and amazing staff
Patricia
solo_traveller
March 26, 2026
Beautiful old-style hotel, tastefully furnished, with excellent buffet breakfast and well located within walking distance of all the major attractions.
Pia
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
“Pia”
The great situation, a very short walking time to anywhere. Palazzo Pitti 30 minutes for example, on the other side of the river. It was nice to come back "home" after many hours tourist-day. Lovely park beside the hotel and a peaceful environment.
karla
solo_traveller
February 2, 2026
“Good value, quirky interior,”
The location is great, overlooking indeoend3nce square and is a 10-15 min walk to the Duomo. Quirky interior, very italian in style. Breakfast is nice with a good selection of pastries and drinks. Overall good value for money. Lovely helpful man in reception in the day.
Shriya
solo_traveller
February 1, 2026
“Comfortable and quiet. Great value for money.”
Excellent stay. Good breakfast spread, the most friendly staff possible. Overall quiet and comfortable stay, slight walk away from all the touristic spots.
Ukrit
family_with_children
January 25, 2026
“A comfortable stay with authentic charm, convenient location, safe parking, and genuinely kind staff”
Stayed 3 nights / 2 rooms - The hotel is in a prime location at Piazza Indipendenza, just a 10‑minute walk to the Duomo, making it perfect for exploring the city on foot. For those arriving by car, access is surprisingly easy even during ZTL hours since the hotel sits near the northern border of the historical city centre. Parking is available inside the hotel’s garden area—handled by young gentleman staff during the day and self‑park in the evening as the lady is on duty at night. At €35 per night, the rate is comparable or better than public parking in Florence, and the private garden setting feels much safer. TRUST ME! Our room on the top floor overlooked the Piazza park, offering a lovely view and a peaceful atmosphere. The staff were consistently friendly, helpful, and fluent in English—contrary to some negative reviews we had read beforehand. Their warmth made our stay even more enjoyable. The hotel’s design and décor are authentically Florentine, with original furniture and charming old‑world details. This gave us the cultural experience we were looking for, and at this price point, it felt like excellent value. Breakfast was simple but satisfying: boiled eggs, omelets, a selection of hams, and delicious cakes for dessert. The highlight was the quality coffee and hot chocolate, which set the tone for a great day of sightseeing. A comfortable stay with authentic charm, convenient location, safe parking, and genuinely kind staff. We would happily return and recommend it to anyone seeking a true Florence experience. John Wick's elevators/staircase COOL!
Emilie
solo_traveller
January 20, 2026
The hotel is beautiful, in a great location both in a quiet place and next to the city center and the public transports stops. The breakfast was great. I had an important professional video call meeting and needed a quiet place, but it has been scheduled after of the check out hour. They super kindly let me stay until the end of my meeting!
Facilities
Accessibility
Toilet with grab rails, Higher level toilet, Emergency cord in bathroom
Activities
Bike tours, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Coffee house on site, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Bar, Breakfast in the room, Snack bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Lift, Safety deposit box, Heating, Allergy-free room, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Parking garage, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property, Lockbox key collection near the property
Services
Shuttle service, Pet bowls, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Valet parking, Currency exchange, Tour desk, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Room service, 24-hour front desk
Transport
Airport drop off
Standard Double Room
Air-conditioned room with a marble bathroom and classic-style décor. It features a TV, safe and minibar.
Superior Double Room
This large and quiet air-conditioned room is located on the top floors. It comes with unique paintings and a spacious marble bathroom. It also features a TV, safe and minibar.
Triple Room
Air-conditioned room with a marble bathroom and classic-style décor. It features a TV, safe and minibar. Please specify bed preference when booking.
Quadruple Room
Air-conditioned room with a marble bathroom and classic-style décor. It features a TV, safe and minibar. Please specify bed preference when booking.
Single Room
Air-conditioned room with a marble bathroom and classic-style décor. It features a TV, safe and minibar.
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