Hotel Leonardo da Vinci

"Mid-level business hotel with some details that could be improved. Certainly, the positive aspect of its proximity to the center (900m on foot) should be considered, but it is immediately outside the ZTL with an attached parking lot (to be booked for a small extra charge). This allowed us an easy arrival and departure without having to worry about finding a garage elsewhere. Equally close to the station and to a viaduct outside the center, it is subject to a slight perception of noise from passing trains. The room was spacious and had very comfortable beds. Some furnishings are a bit dated and in need of modernization. Spartan in its context but clean for spending a few nights. A sore point is the air conditioning, which tends to be very strong everywhere, and is often left on in the room upon our return. Annoying drain smell coming from the bathroom, at least in our room on the middle floor. A good, fresh, and varied continental breakfast is served, but it is not exceptional. Reception was just cordial enough. It can certainly be an alternative, but it will certainly not be the most typical accommodation in Florence in terms of services and the urban context. Rates are in line with similar ones in the category, keeping in mind that Florence, in general, is not an inexpensive city."

"We stayed two nights at this hotel...what can I say: spacious and clean rooms, although we did not have breakfast we had bottles of water and the coffee/cappuccino machine in the lobby available to be able to have something hot in the morning. The location is central and allows you to reach the historic center in about ten minutes. I give it 4 stars and not 5 because unfortunately it is right next to the station and you can hear the trains passing day and night (at least our room was right there) and you don't rest very well."

"I spent a week at this 4-star affordable hotel centrally located in Florence. The hotel is quiet, comfortable, and clean. My room was tended to each day. I felt safe and well looked after. All the hotel staff were friendly, and helpful with offering suggestions on where to eat and getting me taxis. Breakfast was included, and the selection of food would meet any one's dietary needs and preferences. Coffee and tea were available in the lobby 24 hours. A note of caution: this is a European hotel and the rooms are smaller than what Americans may be used to. I booked a room for one and had a twin bed. The room did not have a closet, but a rack for hanging a couple blouses. The room had a personal safe, which I like. I would have liked a lobby bar for a end-of-day drink; however, there are places nearby."