Locanda Orchidea Bed & Breakfast Florence, Florence ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Borgo Degli Albizi 11, Florence, Italy, 50122

Locanda Orchidea occupies the historic Donati Tower, a 12th-century building tied to the poet Dante Alighieri. This bed and breakfast blends historic charm with modern amenities. It is located near prominent Florence landmarks such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo, making it an ideal base for sightseeing. The hotel is personally managed by Luciano, who emphasizes attentive customer service.

Location

Locanda Orchidea is situated in the historic center, just a short walk from major attractions like the Ponte Vecchio and the Accademia Gallery. It is approximately a 15-minute walk from the Firenze Santa Maria Novella Train Station, facilitating easy access to public transportation. Parking options are available nearby, and the hotel provides information for navigating the limited traffic areas of the city.

Rooms

Each guestroom at Locanda Orchidea is equipped with premium bedding and air conditioning. Rooms feature private en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes, and coffee/tea makers. Amenities also include free Wi-Fi and daily cleaning service. The nicely furnished accommodations reflect a blend of historical and contemporary styles.

Eat & Drink

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily, offering a variety of sweet and savory items, including hot drinks like cappuccino. Guests can also enjoy coffee and tea in a common area. The hotel's friendly atmosphere encourages a communal dining experience.

Leisure & Business

Facilities include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance, enhancing the convenience for both leisure and business travelers. The property also offers a garden area for relaxation. Transportation services, such as a roundtrip airport shuttle, are available.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Florence2000 ft

Airports

Peretola (FLR) 6.3 mi

Galileo Galilei (PSA) 52.8 mi

Train

Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station4000 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast spread was delightful, featuring a wide selection of fresh pastries, cheeses, and the perfect coffee options to start my day.” view full review

Comfortable Room!

“The room was spacious and immaculate, and I particularly loved the super comfortable bed that gave me a wonderful night's sleep.” view full review

Spotless Bathroom!

“The bathroom was not only very clean but had hot water available at all times, making it convenient after a long day of sightseeing.” view full review

Cozy Atmosphere!

“The common areas were inviting and well-maintained, with easy access to sparkling water and espresso machines that I enjoyed throughout my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
Pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance

Children

Cribs

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Borgo Degli Albizi 11, Florence, Italy, 50122

Map view

street view

Borgo Degli Albizi 11, Florence, Italy, 50122

City landmarks

Museums

Gallerie Degli Uffizi

2500 ft

Bridges

Ponte Vecchio

2600 ft

Square

Piazzale Michelangelo

1.0 mi

Museums

Galleria dell'Accademia

3400 ft

Church

Basilica di Santa Croce

2100 ft

Market

Mercato Centrale

3700 ft

Museums

Pitti Palace

4500 ft

Piazza Dei Pitti 1

The Boboli Gardens

1.1 mi

Museums

Riccardi Medici Palace

2500 ft

Museums

Strozzi Palace

2800 ft

Church

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

3500 ft

Museums

San Marco Church in Florence

3700 ft

Museums

Museo Galileo

2300 ft

Church

Battistero di San Giovanni

2100 ft

Museums

Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum

2300 ft

Piazza della Signoria

Loggia dei Lanzi

2200 ft

Museums

Medici Chapel

3500 ft

Church

Ognissanti Church

4300 ft

Nearby

Square

Piazza del Duomo

1900 ft

Church

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

1500 ft

Square

Piazza della Signoria

2000 ft

Museums

Palazzo Vecchio

2000 ft

Landmark

Campanile di Giotto

1800 ft

Museums

Bargello National Museum

1100 ft

Museums

Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore

800 ft

Square

Piazza della Repubblica

1900 ft

Church

Church and Museum of Orsanmichele

1900 ft

Church

Brunelleschi's Dome

1600 ft

Museums

Casa Buonarroti

1400 ft

Restaurants

Rivareno Gelato

500 ft

Borgo Degli Albizi 46/R

Antico Forno Ghibellina

100 ft

Borgo Degli Albizi 33/R

I Dolci Di Patrizio Cosi

300 ft

15R Borgo degli Albizi

Maestri di Fabbrica

300 ft

Borgo degli Albizi 68R

Il Coccolo

300 ft

Via Matteo Palmieri 30/R Near the Arch of San Pierino

La Loggia degli Albizi

300 ft

21 Borgo degli Albizi

Salumeria Verdi

700 ft

Via Giuseppe Verdi 36

The Oil Shoppe

600 ft

Via Sant'Egidio 22/R

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great breakfast

Friendly staff

Shared bathroom

Noisy square

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

9.0

Dining

8.0

Charles

United States of America, February 2024

8.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were cozy and clean, the breakfast was delicious, and the staff was extremely helpful. However, the shared bathroom was a bit inconvenient. The location was perfect with many great dining options nearby.

Rooms

8.0

The room with a great big bed was comfortable, and the view of the garden was beautiful.

Service

9.0

The housekeeping service was excellent, and the staff offered great assistance with tours and tickets.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in a lively area with plenty of nice restaurants, making it a great choice. The drawback is that it's in a noisy square.

Dining

8.0

The included breakfast had tasty salads and was a delightful experience.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch, offering everything I needed for a pleasant stay.

Great breakfast

Shared bathroom

Jim

United States of America, December 2023

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable with a great breakfast, although the window view was to a narrow place. The shared bathroom was clean, and I loved the view of the garden. However, the pricing was a bit high for the value offered.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cozy and comfortable, with a lovely view of the garden.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially the housekeeping. They were very attentive and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located near all attractions with a good range of restaurants nearby, making it convenient for exploring the area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was included and delightful, especially for raw fish lovers.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were modern and well-maintained, offering a good value for the price paid.

John

United States of America, August 2023

8.8/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The rooms were comfortable and clean, the staff was friendly, and the location was convenient with several nice restaurants nearby. However, the shared bathroom was a bit inconvenient, and the narrow view from the window was not ideal. The breakfast provided was great.

Rooms

8.0

My room had a great big bed and was clean and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, and the housekeeping was top-notch.

Location

9.0

The hotel is located in a lively area with lots of nice restaurants within walking distance.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast provided was excellent, with a great selection of regional products.