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Hotel Donatello

3.0 star property
Begin each day with a delicious breakfast buffet then explore historic landmarks like Uffizi Gallery on two wheels.

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In the heart of Downtown, Hotel Donatello offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet and dry cleaning/laundry services. With in-room WiFi, bike rentals, and multilingual staff available to help plan your day trips to Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Uffizi Gallery. Guests praise the hotel's overall condition.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

Room options

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Classic Triple Room

Classic Triple Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, Hotel Donatello is near the airport and near a train station. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Fortezza da Basso. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stadio Artemio Franchi or Coverciano. Visit our Florence travel guide
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Piazza Indipendenza 23, Florence, FI, 50129

What's nearby

  • the ancient military fort Fortezza da Basso, now it is home to conferences, concerts and exhibitions
    Fortezza da Basso
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Central Market which includes markets, food and interior views
    Central Market
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • David!
    Gallery of the Academy of Florence
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore showing a city, religious elements and heritage architecture
    Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella which includes a garden, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
    Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop
    6 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station)
    11 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Base V Juicery
    3 min walk
  • Caffè Rainer
    3 min walk
  • Mirò
    6 min walk
  • Fuoco Matto
    2 min walk
  • Nab Firenze
    4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Donatello

Hotel near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Located close to Central Market and Fortezza da Basso, Hotel Donatello provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Bike hire, self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A reception hall, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift, multilingual staff and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All 59 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with digital channels
  • Cots/infant beds, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9 AM to 8 PM on request
  • Parking on site (EUR 40 per day)
  • Extended parking on site (EUR 40 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 30.0 per night

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. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 40 (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 40 per day
  • Extended parking fee: EUR 40 per night
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 30.0 per night

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 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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number IT048017A1VF7L3QHT

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 the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Donatello Florence
Hotel Donatello
Hotel Donatello Florence
Hotel Donatello Hotel
Hotel Donatello Florence
Hotel Donatello Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Donatello pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Donatello?

Self-parking is available for EUR 40 per day. Extended parking is available for EUR 40 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Donatello?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Donatello?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Donatello provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9 AM-8 PM on request. A fee of EUR 40 per person applies.

Where is Hotel Donatello located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Central Market, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Fortezza da Basso. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Piazza del Duomo are also within 15 minutes. Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Fortezza Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Donatello Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 465 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dimitri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk around Florence city center
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The location was ideal for being fairly close to the train station. The room had ample space and was clean. Part of the door frame around the bathroom was missing so some work needed to be done. I appreciated the included free breakfast in the morning and the courtyard patio to sit in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The family run hotel was beautiful and the staff/family is very welcoming and accommodating. All touristic places were in walking distance, restaurants near where very good. We had forgotten our wedding ring and they returned it to us and helped in finding it. All in all will go back again !
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel rooms are serviceable. My favorite thing about them was how quiet they were - and the air conditioning worked great. It is very convenient to everything. My only downside is that is appears that showering in the evening means a lukewarm (at best) shower. The breakfasts were typical and the rooms were on the small side but still fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was nice and clean and the staff was helpful. It is close enough to walk to the tourist areas but far enough away that it is really not that close. Close enough to train station for a quick walk or ride (with luggage). We did both and it took about 10-15 min either way. Close to Accademia Gallery. Park area in front was fine during the day but some homeless sleeping there at night. Room was spacious for 4 people and the view overlooked the park. Everything close enough that can be walked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Gerges

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Didn’t line the staff especially night staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good overall stay; outdoor patios and paid parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful breakfast buffet. Great location to walking to all the beautiful sights. Would stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

FRANCISCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean and close to main important places
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Alvise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice Place, 12 minutes from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kargan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old an
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. My room was quiet clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Alexis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is down right disgusting. We showed up excited because the pictures looked cute and it a good walking distance. The female front desk worker is rude, the sheets have blood stains on them after switching rooms and the worst part, is we found bed bugs. They refuse to refund us and are making us stay in their infested hotel. Do not come here. Pay the extra money and stay anywhere else.

8/10 Good

Juan Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Recht einfach, aber sauber und alles da. Ruhig. Zimmer war sehr dunkel. Gute Lage zur Innenstadt und Bahnhof.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Eva-Maria

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

Nedslidt

Et umoderne, nedslidt hotel. Værelset var kedeligt, badet fungerede dårligt, det gamle skab knirkede, og det var Ikke muligt at lave te/kaffe. Morgenmaden var virkelig dårlig. Jeg kan ikke anbefale dette sted.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
깨끗하고 조식도 괜찮습니다.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Magnus

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Inte en gång till.

Kylskåpet fungerade inte, sängen var så hård, vände du sömnen vaknade du. Varierande frukost, beroende på vilken tid du kom för att äta samt vilken dag i veckan du åt på hotellet. Inga tv-kanaler fanns? Du kan inte beställa något i hotellbaren, de hade bara slattar kvar i flaskorna. Annars ligger hotellet centralt och man har nära till allt. Detta hotell har tre stjärnor, men förtjänar bara två.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
POSIZIONE, PARCHEGGIO, GENTILEZZA PERSONALE.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buena ubicación, limpieza y amabilidad del personal
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

RAFFAELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Le camere sono spaziose e pulite, purtroppo non funzionava l’aria condizionata calda e quindi faceva abbastanza freddo. Anche la tv non aveva canali visibili. In più ci hanno messo al piano di una scolaresca che faceva un rumore infernale tanto che alle 2 del mattino sono dovuta uscire a richiamare i ragazzi. Credo che vigilare sulla tranquillità degli ospiti sia una condizione essenziale per un buon albergo. Colazione nella norma.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

thierry

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

Bien mais dans une autre chambre

Hotel parfait et pleins de chame Ne pas prendre les xhambres 300 à 306 car donne sur une rue très passante et un cauchemar pour dormir L insonorisation est déplorable Sinon le personnel est très agréable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel molto vicino al centro, personale gentile e disponibile
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful customer service, friendly staff, helpful providing information. It's about 15 minute walk from main train station, keep in mind busy, narrrow sidewalks, can be a challenge if you have a lot of luggage. You can take public transportation across train station to take you close to the hotel, there is a bus station across the hotel. Breakfast was continental, sufficient to get you started for the day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel molto carino e caratteristico. A pochi passi dal centro e dalla stazione (10minutin a piedi) Camere e zone comuni pulitissime, uniche pecche: water con uno scarico lentissimo, all’interno della tazza rovinato da macchie gialle e pezzi della vasca rotti che con pochi euro si potrebbero benissimo cambiare. Colazione discreta, niente di eclatante. Nel complesso comunque esperienza positiva
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021