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Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Hotel Palazzo Vecchio |
8.0 / 10 (1306 Reviews) |
From 134$ | |
Hotel Franchi |
7.7 / 10 (1228 Reviews) |
From 116$ | |
Hotel Pierre |
8.7 / 10 (883 Reviews) |
From 78$ | |
Grand Hotel Minerva |
9.0 / 10 (789 Reviews) |
From 249$ | |
Hotel Romagna |
7.9 / 10 (2146 Reviews) |
From 136$ |
When travelling to Florence, most tourists think about choosing a beach hotel. After all, isn’t Florence in Italy? In the heart of Tuscany? Isn’t the Mediterranean Sea just a few hours away? Florence may not be a coastal town, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the beach while you’re there - and there are plenty of beach hotels to choose from.
If you’re looking for a beach hotel in Florence, you’re in luck. The city is home to a wide variety of hotels that range from budget-friendly options to luxurious five-star resorts. And while the coastline may be a few hours away, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the beach while you’re in Florence. There are plenty of beaches in Tuscany that are just a short drive from the city, and you can always take a day trip to the coast to soak up the sun and take a swim in the Mediterranean Sea.
So, why choose a beach hotel in Florence? Here are a few reasons:
1. The city is home to a wide variety of beach hotels, from budget-friendly options to luxurious five-star resorts.
2. The coastline is just a few hours away, and there are plenty of beaches in Tuscany that are just a short drive from the city.
3. Florence is the perfect base for day trips to the coast.
4. Florence is a beautiful city with plenty of things to see and do, and a beach hotel is the perfect way to combine beach relaxation with city exploration..
Best Beach Hotels in Florence
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Hotel Palazzo Vecchio
From 134$
The cathedral-flanked square "Piazza del Duomo" is 0.9 km from Hotel Palazzo Vecchio Florence, while Fortezza da Basso Convention Center is 500 metres away. Featuring 34 rooms with views of the garden, this venue is set within a short ride from the art museum "Gallerie Degli Uffizi".
Located off Palazzo Degli Affari, the accommodation is set near the 15th-century Dominican church "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella". Guests will find Florence city centre within a 10-minute walk from the property.
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Hotel Franchi
From 116$
Offering free self-parking and a restaurant, Hotel Franchi Florence is located less than 10 minutes by car from Fortezza da Basso Convention Center. Situated in Novoli - San Donato district, the venue is set 4.7 km from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella".
The hotel offers an ideal location 5-minute drive from Peretola airport. The property is 5 km from the centre of Florence. You can get to the prominent art museum "Gallerie Degli Uffizi" in a few minutes by car.
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Hotel Pierre
From 78$
Hotel Pierre Florence is just 600 metres away from the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and features a currency exchange, a luggage room and a safe deposit box. Set within a few minutes' drive from the terraced Rose Garden in Florence, it is a charming accommodation to stay in Florence Historic Centre district of the city.
The venue is notable for its stunning location in vicinity of Ponte Vecchio Bridge and about a 15-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station. The Fondazione Strozzi Palace is 350 metres from the property, while Orsanmichele bus station is 100 metres away. Hotel Pierre is an ideal place for exploring Church and Museum of Orsanmichele located nearby.
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Grand Hotel Minerva
From 249$
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a steam room and a solarium onsite, Grand Hotel Minerva is situated in Florence Historic Centre district, 900 metres from the open - air Mercato Centrale Market. Set next to Church of Santa Maria Novella, the venue is located in the centre of Florence.
The accommodation is just a 5-minute walk from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella". The city centre is close by, about 5 minutes' walk away. The cathedral-flanked square "Piazza del Duomo" is also located near the property. Piazzale Michelangelo is only a few minutes' drive away.
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Hotel Romagna
From 136$
Situated 0.6 km from the 15th-century Renaissance mansion "Strozzi Palace" in Florence, Hotel Romagna features allergy free rooms and a restaurant throughout the venue. It is 600 metres from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella" and a few steps from the pedestrianized square "Piazza della Repubblica".
The accommodation enjoys a great location, a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station. The city centre is close by, about 5 minutes' walk away. A short drive will take you to the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Hotels in Florence
Airport nearby ✈️ | Guglielmo Marconi, Peretola, Galileo Galilei |
Average Price 💰 | 260$ |
Hotels in Florence 🏨 | 5053 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 127218 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Museo Bardini, Sant'Apollonia, Via de' Tornabuoni, Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Santo Spirito |
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Hotel Palazzo Vecchio |
Family Hotel 👪 | Hotel Franchi |
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Hotel Pierre |
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Hotel Kraft
From 142$
Hotel Kraft Florence is located just a 10-minute walk from the 15th-century Dominican church "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella" and features chaise longues and a bar. Set in the centre of Florence, the venue offers quick access to Porta al Prato.
Situated in Florence Historic Centre district, the accommodation is set 1.5 km from the L-shaped square "Piazza della Signoria". It is set in the shopping area, a few steps from Chiesa di San Salvatore in Ognissanti Church. Hotel Kraft is just a short drive from the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
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Hotel Lorena
From 60$
Located a few minutes' drive from the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Hotel Lorena Florence offers 19 air-conditioned rooms. The art museum "Galleria dell'Accademia" is 1 km from the venue, while Piazzale Michelangelo is 2.2 km away.
The centre of Florence can be reached within a 5-minute walk. The accommodation is situated in Florence Historic Centre district, close to the indoor Mercato Centrale Market Hall.
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Hotel Mia Cara & Spa
From 108$
Hotel Mia Cara Florence stands 500 metres away from Medici Chapel and features 24-hour front desk, valet parking and 24-hour security service. Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore is 850 metres away, and there is Palazzo Degli Affari nearby.
The venue is set in Florence Historic Centre district, in vicinity of the indoor Mercato Centrale Market Hall. The centre of Florence is 10 minutes' walk away. Hotel Mia Cara is a short ride from the real open-air museum "Boboli Gardens".
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The Frame Hotel
From 281$
Set within 0.5 km from the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the 4-star Frame Hotel Florence features free Wi-Fi throughout the venue as well as private parking onsite. Church of Santa Maria Novella is 300 metres away, and there is the 15th - century Renaissance mansion "Strozzi Palace" nearby.
The accommodation is located off Ponte Vecchio Bridge, just 5 minutes' walk from the city centre. hotel is located in Florence Historic Centre district. The historical park "Boboli Gardens" is also a short drive away.
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C-Hotels Ambasciatori
From 124$
Offering cots and babysitting for guests kids, C-Hotels Ambasciatori is located in Florence Historic Centre district, 1.4 km from the vast U-shaped Gallerie Degli Uffizi. Set close to the 15th-century Dominican church "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella", this venue boasts soundproof rooms along with a bar, a living area and a garden available onsite.
The medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is less than 1 km away. The accommodation is 1 km away from the centre of Florence. C-Hotels Ambasciatori is a few minutes' drive from Bargello National Museum.
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Hotel Azzi
From 193$
Offering a lending library and a bar, Hotel Azzi lies in a shopping area of Florence, 150 metres from Via Faenza and 650 metres from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella". Set within reach of the indoor Mercato Centrale Market Hall, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of Tuscan cuisine.
The accommodation is situated in Florence Historic Centre district, near Palazzo Degli Affari. The city centre is also 1 km away. Hotel Azzi is placed a few minutes' drive from Piazzale Michelangelo.
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Hotel Hermes
From 69$
Located only 14 minutes' walk from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella", 2-star Hotel Hermes Florence offers airport shuttle service, 24-hour reception and housekeeping service. The centre of Florence is within 1 km of the venue, and the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is about 1.7 km away.
Teatro Comunale Florence is a few steps away, while Santa Maria Novella train station is within a 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation. The property is located in Florence Historic Centre district. M.G. Design Pottery Store is also a short drive away.
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Hotel Torre Guelfa Palazzo Acciaiuoli
From 181$
Situated near the L-shaped square "Piazza della Signoria", the 4-star Hotel Torre Guelfa Palazzo Acciaiuoli Florence boasts air-conditioned rooms overlooking the city. Located close to the Medieval Ponte Vecchio Stone Bridge, the venue is 0.3 km from the art museum "Gallerie Degli Uffizi".
The 13th - century church "Basilica of Our Lady of Carmel" is less than 1.1 km away. The accommodation is set 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Florence. Hotel Torre Guelfa Palazzo Acciaiuoli is a few minutes' drive from Piazzale Michelangelo.
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Hotel Spadai
From 273$
Located near the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the 4-star Hotel Spadai Florence has airport shuttle service, 24-hour reception and concierge service. This venue is set in Florence Historic Centre district, 0.7 km from the Fondazione Strozzi Palace.
Guests will also appreciate proximity to Arno River, which is 850 metres away. Florence city centre is 1 km away from the accommodation. Hotel Spadai is a short drive from Fortezza da Basso Convention Center.
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Hhb Hotel
From 53$
The 3-star Hhb Hotel Florence provides quick access to the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella" and offers a safe deposit box, parking spaces and a shop. The venue is located in the centre of Florence, a 12-minute walk from the cathedral-flanked square "Piazza del Duomo" and an 11-minute walk from the pedestrianized square "Piazza della Repubblica".
The hotel features accommodation in Florence Historic Centre district. The city centre is close by, about 10 minutes' walk away. A short drive will take you to the spandrel segmental Ponte Vecchio Arch Bridge.
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Hotel L'Orologio - Wtb Hotels
From 256$
Located near the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the 4-star Hotel L'Orologio Florence has 24-hour reception, concierge service and shoe shine service. The venue is situated in the centre of Florence, near the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella".
Set only 0.8 km from the Medieval Ponte Vecchio Stone Bridge, this accommodation is 1.2 km from M.G. Design Pottery Store. The city centre is close by, about 5 minutes' walk away. Bargello National Museum is only a couple of minutes' drive away.
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Hotel Spagna
From 107$
The 2-star Hotel Spagna Florence provides cosy rooms and gives quick access to via Panzani, which is around 450 metres away. The medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore is about 850 metres from here.
This low-budget venue is set in Florence Historic Centre district, near the Medieval Ponte Vecchio Stone Bridge. It is located 1 km from the centre of Florence. Piazzale Michelangelo is also within a few minutes drive from Hotel Spagna.
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Mamo Florence - Vertical Garden Apartments
From 180$
Mamo Florence - Vertical Garden is located near the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and is just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Florence. A fully-fitted kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering purposes with dishwasher, coffee & tea making machines and refrigerators.
Guests can visit the minor Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence, 0.8 km away or Ponte Vecchio Bridge, 0.6 km from the venue. Offering access to the cathedral-flanked square "Piazza del Duomo", this accommodation is located in Florence Historic Centre district. The restaurant Osteria del Proconsolo may perfectly be used for dining within 100 metres from the apartment. Pitti Renaissance Palace can be reached in a few minutes by car.
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Al Campanile Apartment
From 189$
Al Campanile is set 0.5 km from the cathedral-flanked square "Piazza del Duomo" and 0.6 km from the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence Historic Centre district. This venue also has a fully equipped kitchen fitted with coffee/tea making facilities, refrigerator and kitchenware.
Major Florence sights, such as the art museum "Galleria dell'Accademia" and the fortress palace "Palazzo Vecchio" are located not far away. The city centre is 1 km away. Guests will enjoy Italian, healthy, Central-Italian and Tuscan cuisine of Panini Toscani, which is about 100 metres away. Al Campanile apartment is a few minutes' drive from the real open-air museum "Boboli Gardens".
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Adler Cavalieri Hotel-Private Spa & Gym
From 169$
Located 400 metres from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella", the 4-star Adler Cavalieri Hotel Florence offers soundproof rooms within a 17-minute walk of the art museum "Galleria dell'Accademia". For business travellers, meeting rooms and a photocopy machine are available on request.
Florence centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. Attractions within walking distance include Church of Santa Maria Novella and Museo dell'Officina Profumo. This elegant venue is a short drive away from the cathedral-flanked square "Piazza del Duomo".
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Villa Olmi Firenze
From 127$
Featuring a helipad, a free carpark and an outdoor swimming pool, Villa Olmi Firenze is set 4.4 km from the fortress palace "Palazzo Vecchio" in Florence. Situated in Gavinana - Rovezzano district, the hotel is set 3.4 km from Rooms.
The property is set within 5 km distance of the city centre. The indoor Mercato Centrale Market Hall is also a short drive away.
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Villa Le Piazzole
From 304$
Featuring free self parking, an outdoor swimming pool and allergy friendly rooms, Villa Le Piazzole Florence is located in Galluzzo - Certosa district, 3.2 km from the L-shaped square "Piazza della Signoria". The centre of Florence is within 4 km of the property, and the spandrel Ponte Vecchio Arch Bridge is about 3 km away.
This hotel has a perfect setting just a short drive from the statue-filled Renaissance Boboli Gardens.
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Santa Maria Novella Modern Apartment
From 214$
Santa Maria Novella Modern is set 0.5 km from the Fondazione Strozzi Palace and 1.1 km from the L-shaped square "Piazza della Signoria" in Florence Historic Centre district. With access to Ponte Vecchio Bridge, this venue comes with 1 bedroom and an equipped kitchenette area.
The accommodation is placed in the centre of Florence. The city centre is 5 minutes' walk from the apartment. Guests will find the seafood restaurant Ostaria dei Centopoveri within a 5-minute walk. This property is located within a few minutes' drive from Piazzale Michelangelo.
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Palazzo Ruspoli Bed & Breakfast
From 80$
Palazzo Ruspoli Bed & Breakfast Florence is located 0.8 km from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella" and offers storage for belongings and a safe deposit box. It is 250 metres from the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and a few steps from the free-standing Campanile di Giotto.
The venue is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to the L-shaped square "Piazza della Signoria". The accommodation is located in Florence Historic Centre district. Pitti Renaissance Palace is only a few minutes' drive away.
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C-Hotels Diplomat
From 143$
Notable for its location 500 metres away from the distinguished monument "Basilica of Santa Maria Novella" in Florence Historic Centre district, the venue is placed within 14 minutes' walk of the medieval Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. A cocktail bar as well as a flat screen TV and a bar can be enjoyed at the accommodation, boasting the setting next to Medici Chapel.
The hotel is 1 km from the city centre and adjacent to Palazzo Degli Affari. Pitti Renaissance Palace is a few minutes' drive away.
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Villa Tolomei Hotel & Resort
From 263$
Featuring a sunbathing terrace, a golf course and a steam room, Villa Tolomei Hotel & Resort is set 2.9 km from the art museum "Gallerie Degli Uffizi" in Florence. Set within a few minutes' drive from the historical park "Boboli Gardens", it is an unique accommodation to stay in Galluzzo - Certosa district of the city.
Oltrarno is less than 2.7 km away. The city centre is a 30-minute walk away.