Hotel Abaco, Florence

Hotel Abaco - A 16th-century Renaissance hotel with air-conditioned rooms in central Florence

Located 656.2 ft from Santa Maria Novella Cathedral, this 2-star Florence hotel occupies the upper floors of a 16th-century building. Seven artist-themed rooms feature wood-beamed ceilings, classic furniture, and colorful linens. Each air-conditioned accommodation includes a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi, with private or shared bathrooms equipped with complimentary toiletries. The Raffaello double room and Botticelli triple room offer private showers and toilets, while Giotto, Rosso Fiorentino, and Leonardo rooms include private showers with sinks. The Michelangelo quadruple room accommodates families with a private bathroom, and the Caravaggio double uses shared facilities. A continental breakfast serves Italian coffee, cappuccino, and fresh croissants. The multilingual staff provides service from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The property stands 1312.3 ft from Santa Maria Novella Station and a 10-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio.

Pros

Multilingual staff offers local guidance in English, French, Italian, and Spanish

Central location allows walking access to major museums and attractions

Historical building features authentic Renaissance-period décor

Soundproofed rooms ensure quiet despite the central location

Cons

No elevator access to upper floor rooms

Limited reception hours (8:00 AM to 9:00 PM)