Hotel Universo - Wtb Hotels, Florence

Hotel Universo - Wtb Hotels - A Pop Art-inspired boutique hotel overlooking Santa Maria Novella Square with themed floors and contemporary design

Located steps from the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, this distinctive Florence hotel features 44 rooms across four uniquely themed floors - Optical, Pop, Baroque, and Floreal. Hotel Universo's accommodations include Classic Rooms overlooking traditional Florentine courtyards, Superior Rooms with views of Piazza Santa Maria Novella, and recently renovated Deluxe Rooms featuring modern minimalist design with lofts and rustic ceilings. Each room comes equipped with free Wi-Fi, LCD satellite TV, minibar, and air conditioning. The Wtb Hotels property maintains a 24-hour front desk with concierge service and offers a daily complimentary breakfast buffet in its contemporary gray, white, and yellow dining area. A Mac computer station is available in the lobby for guest use. The hotel sits 5 minutes from Santa Maria Novella station and within 1640.4 ft of major attractions including Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Strozzi, and the Mercato Centrale.

Pros

Each floor features distinct artistic themes inspired by 70s pop culture and contemporary design

Central location allows walking access to major museums and historic sites

24-hour concierge provides local recommendations and assistance

Bright, modernized rooms with courtyard or plaza views

Cons

Limited common areas beyond lobby and breakfast room

6 miles distance from Peretola Airport