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La Residenza dell'Orafo

Bed & breakfast in Florence, steps from Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
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La Residenza dell'Orafo, in the heart of Florence, is a convenient base for exploring the city. Travelers appreciate amenities like in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and express check-out. The multilingual staff offers tour assistance, dry cleaning, and babysitting services.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Comfort Quadruple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double Room (small) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room (small)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Largo Fratelli Alinari 11, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uffizi Gallery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 3 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vyta - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffé La Feltrinelli - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Residenza dell'Orafo

Bed & breakfast near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
A short walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Piazza del Duomo, La Residenza dell'Orafo provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and babysitting (surcharge)
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the location
Room features
All guestrooms at La Residenza dell'Orafo offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 30 per night); discounts available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 2:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests are recommended to download the property's WHATSAPP mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per night (3937 ft away)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT048017B4KZLQNMUU

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Residenza dell'Orafo Guest House
Residenza dell'Orafo Guest House B&B
Residenza dell'Orafo Guest House B&B Florence
Residenza dell'Orafo Guest House Florence
La Residenza dell'Orafo Guest House
Resinza ll'Orafo Guest House
Residenza Dell'orafo Florence
La Residenza dell'Orafo Florence
La Residenza dell'Orafo Guest House
La Residenza dell'Orafo Bed & breakfast
La Residenza dell'Orafo Bed & breakfast Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is La Residenza dell'Orafo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Residenza dell'Orafo?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Residenza dell'Orafo?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is La Residenza dell'Orafo located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this bed & breakfast is steps from Via Faenza and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Central Market and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are also within 5 minutes. Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and Unità Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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La Residenza dell'Orafo Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 432 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wilfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es bien sentrico el lugar, cerca de las cosas q uno quiere visitar y cerca de la estación del tren
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BENNY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Very spacious room. My family loved the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent experience….
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything but the lift was quite nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel and room. Perfectly located. Great areas for coffee, food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy to stay at La Residenza dell'Orafo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

qi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was awesome 5 minute walk from the train station. Dinning options were fantastic and easy walking to all attractions Staff were very friendly and most helpful. Would definitely recommend for a few days in Florence.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff are great. Location super for catching train. Room very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rowena

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No restaurant around hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, safe and quite apartment close to train station. Approximately, 10 minute walk. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location; amenities limited-only one cup provided for our room with two ppl. Room is noisy as it is facing the street, not much difference with the balcony door closed or open.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay, close to everything and so clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect and convenient stay for Florence.

We had a lovely stay. Convenient for thr train an bus services. All attractions were within walking distance. Surrounded by shops and restaurants. Breakfast was a lovely continental style nearby and room was clean with everything you need for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot steps from the train station and plenty of food options including markets right outside property. Single car elevator for bags. Would book again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice!

Perfect location, very clean and comfortable room, but some street noise at night from nearby bar. Service was perfect. Recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

KIMIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient. However, there’s no place to put shampoo in the shower room, so I had to leave it on the floor, which was inconvenient. The smallest room is a bit too small, so I’d recommend getting a slightly larger one instead.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location that is walkable to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was good except for AC, it was not making the room cold enough.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, large room that is conveniently located near the train station. We were pleased with decor, cleanliness, and surprising quiet at night of the hotel. I really appreciated the expresso machine in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Barbel

Clean and very good location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Host was friendly and provided all necessary information to us upon check-in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

BERNADETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and kind. Easy check in. The area isn’t the best, considering it’s right next to the train station, but convenient for travel. The room was much smaller in person, and our bed was 2 twins pushed together. Comforter was black so it just always looked dirty. The shower/bathroom was a lot smaller in person and uncomfortable to bathe in. Towels had stains which wasn’t pleasant. Don’t bother with the free breakfast either across the street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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