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Hotel Albani Firenze

A 4-star stay near Florence’s train station, with classic style and a breakfast that guests remember.

  • Steps from Santa Maria Novella station
  • 24-hour reception and room service
  • Varied breakfast with made-to-order options
8.6 Great 3696 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 3696 reviews

About

Hotel Albani Firenze

Hotel Albani Firenze sits on Via Fiume, a short walk from Florence’s main train station and within easy reach of the historic centre. The 4-star property blends traditional decor with practical amenities, including a business centre, fitness room, and meeting spaces. Guests consistently highlight the generous breakfast and the helpful, courteous staff.

Rooms range from singles to suites and a family room, each with air conditioning, heating, and a bathtub. Superior and deluxe options add a balcony or terrace. The hotel’s location makes it a solid base for exploring Florence, whether you’re arriving by train or planning to walk to the main sights.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Location next to the train station — A short walk from Santa Maria Novella, making it easy to arrive by train and reach the historic centre on foot.
  • Breakfast that gets mentioned again and again — Guests describe a varied self-service spread with hot options like scrambled eggs and bacon, served in a comfortable dining room.
  • Spacious, clean rooms — Rooms are described as large, well-appointed and very clean, with comfortable beds and extras like bathrobes and slippers in some categories.
  • Friendly and helpful staff — Staff in reception and dining areas are repeatedly praised for being courteous and responsive to requests.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Some service inconsistency — A few guests noted a less patient receptionist on arrival, though the rest of the service was fine.
  • Price/service rating lags other categories — The value-for-money aspect scored slightly lower than cleanliness and location, so some guests may find the price higher than expected for the experience.
  • No on-site parking — The hotel does not list parking, so guests arriving by car will need to arrange parking nearby.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Superior Double Terrace

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

Suite

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Family Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Triple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Heating
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Luggage storage
  • VIP check-in/out

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge area
  • Snack bar
  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Babysitting/Child services

Wellness

  • Fitness centre
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Safe deposit box
  • Free toiletries
  • Ironing facilities
  • Electric kettle

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 3696 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 3,696 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 3696 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness8.0
Location9.0
Dining8.0
Price and service7.0
8.6Verified guest

“Nice hotel with excellent Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and a great bar/lounge. The staff once helped me with directions to attractions, which I remember fondly. I can't wait to return for Christmas!”

8.6Verified guest

“Clean and amazing place, outstanding and nice breakfast with a great selection of options. Cosy room with air-con and a beautiful balcony, and safe too for guests' safety. A great selection of meals for breakfast, including scrambled eggs, bacon, croissants and bread. Early check in and in general nice service. Easy check-out.”

8.6Verified guest

“The location was good - walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go. And it was minutes from the train station. The staff was decent, cooperative with every request.”

8.6Verified guest

“Close to the train station. In the center. There are good restaurants nearby... It's a good hotel. We liked it very much.”

8.6Verified guest

“Perfect location. Wonderful breakfast. Clean. Felt safe. Helpful staff.”

8.6Verified guest

“Great location, very close to Train Station and Sites, very courteous staff, hotel grand style with spacious well appointed rooms, clean with excellent breakfast, excellent value for money, would certainly stay again.”

04 — Location

Getting around Florence

The property sits in Florence.

Getting around: The hotel is minutes from Santa Maria Novella station, making it easy to arrive by train and use buses or hire a car to explore Tuscany.

Nearby sights: Florence’s historic centre is within walking distance, including the Basilica of Santa Croce, reachable in about 25 minutes on foot.

Dining nearby: Guests mention good restaurants close to the hotel, so you won’t have to go far for a meal.

Via Fiume 12, Florence, Tuscany, 50123, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
97 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is breakfast included?

The hotel offers a breakfast with a variety of options, including scrambled eggs, bacon, croissants and bread, served in a dedicated dining area. It’s mentioned in reviews, but the input doesn’t specify if it’s included in the room rate.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed at the hotel.

Is there parking?

The hotel does not list on-site parking. Guests arriving by car should check nearby parking options in advance.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, all room types listed include air conditioning, along with heating.

The bottom line

A dependable, well-run 4-star hotel that puts you right next to Florence’s main station and within walking distance of the sights. The breakfast and room comfort are the highlights, and while service occasionally stumbles at the desk, the overall experience is solid value for the location.

8.6Best for train travellers and first-time visitors who want a central, comfortable base.

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