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Alba Hotel Florence [edit info]
Via Della Scala 22
Florence, Italy
Amenities:Room Service, High-speed Internet, Parking, Pets Allowed, Handicap Accessible, Valet Parking, Tour Desk, Bar / Lounge, Elevator / Lift, 24 Hour Reception, Air Conditioned, Non-Smoking Rooms, Free Breakfast, Multilingual Staff, Safe-Deposit Box, Mini Bar, Cable / Satellite TV, Bath / Hot Tub, Wake-up Service, Hair Dryer, TV, Laundry service
Description:HOTEL ALBA 3 STARS HOTEL COMPLETELY RENEWED, ALL ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHOOM OR SHOWER, TELEPHONE, MINIBAR, SAFE AND SAT TV. BAR, LIFT, READING ROOM AND BREAKFAST ROOM GARAGE SERVICE 21.00 EURO PER DAY.
Description:
The Alba Hotel in Florence is a traditional style hotel situated in the historical centre of the city, 800 metres from the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery. The 24 air- conditioned guestrooms are spread over four floors and have decor in a traditional style in soft golden tones with patterned curtains and carpeted floors. All guestrooms include satellite television, direct-dial phones, minibars, desks, safes, and bathrooms with hair dryers.
Guests at the Alba Hotel can start the day with a buffet breakfast, and later relax with a drink and complimentary papers in the bar. Public areas are air-conditioned, and garage parking is available nearby for those arriving by car. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can store valuables in the safe- deposit box, assist with laundry services, and advise on local amenities and attractions. A free Internet point is also available.
At the Alba Hotel, Florence, visitors are well placed to explore the city's key attractions; the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Vecchio can all be found within 800 metres. The Academy of Fine Arts is one kilometre away, as is San Marco Square. Florence Vespucci Airport is five kilometres from the hotel, with an approximate driving time of 20 minutes.
Overview:
Multilingual staff
Tour assistance
24-hour front desk
Location Description:
CITY CENTRE
Rooms:
Triple room-Three twin beds. Traditional style decor in soft golden tones with patterned curtains and carpeted floors. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, minibar, desk, safe. Bathroom with hair dryer.

Single room-One twin bed. Traditional style decor in soft golden tones with patterned curtains and carpeted floors. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, minibar, desk, safe. Bathroom with hair dryer.

Standard Double / Twin Room-One king or two twin beds. Traditional style decor in soft golden tones with patterned curtains and carpeted floors. Satellite television, direct-dial phone, minibar, desk, safe. Bathroom with hair dryer.

Quadruple room-One double bed and two twin beds or four twin beds. Desk. Cable/satellite TV. Minibar. Hair dryer. In-room safe.
Transportation:
The airport is a short taxi ride from town (costing €13- 16) although it is also possible to take the half-hourly bus, which transports passengers to Santa Maria Novella Station, 100 metres from the hotel. An airport shuttle service is available for a discount to all guests of the hotel.
Attractions:
- San Lorenzo Church (15th century) - 700 metres
- The Duomo - 800 metres
- Uffizi Gallery - 800 metres
- Signoria Square - 800 metres
- Ponte Vecchio - 800 metres
- Palazzo Vecchio - 800 metres
- Academy of Fine Arts - 1 kilometre (0.5 miles)
- San Marco Square -1 kilometre (0.5 miles)
- Pitti Palace- 1 kilometre (0.5 miles)
Facilities:
Bar/Lounge, Air-conditioned public areas, Room service (limited hours), Television in lobby, Safe-deposit box, Elevator/lift, Parking nearby, Breakfast services, Laundry facilities, Internet public area - wireless, Pets allowed - Small pets only
Room Facilities:
Wake-up calls, Cable/satellite TV, Minibar, Air conditioning, Hair dryer, Cribs (infant beds) available, In-room safe, Bidet, Iron/ironing board (on request, Direct-dial phone, Desk, Window opens, Private bathroom
Description:
Adjacent to the cloisters of Santa Maria Novella in the historical centre of Florence, the 3 antique buildings surrounding the covered courtyard offer you a welcoming corner in typical Florentine style.
Overview:
Situated in the historical centre, this recently-restructured hotel has brought the ancient origins of these stunning buildings to life.

Adjacent to the cloisters of Santa Maria Novella, the 3 ancient buildings surrounding the covered court-yard offer a welcoming corner in the Florentine style with old terracotta, stone and wrought-iron.

The hotel is the ideal base for exploring the city centre, and is located just a few steps from the central train station, all the main museums and monuments and the congress centre.
Rooms:
The recently refurbished en suite rooms offers modern facilities.

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Check-in:
12:00
Check-out:
11:00
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 30.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet: Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Private parking is possible at a location nearby and costs EUR 21.00 per day.

Pets: Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Transportation:
Whether travelling from north or south, we recommend exiting the A1 motorway at “Firenze – Signa Exit”: After the toll gates follow the signs for the city centre, Continue towards the bridge Ponte alla Vittoria, cross the river following signs for the railway station.
Once in front of the railway station, leaving the station on your left continue to the right into Via Santa Caterina da Siena, at the traffic lights turn left into Via della Scala, the Hotel Alba is situated at 100 metres on the left hand side of the road.
Facilities:
Parking, Pets Allowed, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Luggage Storage, Gay Friendly, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning
Services:
Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Breakfast in the Room, Internet Services, Bicycle Rental, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included
Description:
HOTEL ALBA 3 STARS HOTEL COMPLETELY RENEWED, ALL ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHOOM OR SHOWER, TELEPHONE, MINIBAR, SAFE AND SAT TV. BAR, LIFT, READING ROOM AND BREAKFAST ROOM GARAGE SERVICE (21.00 EURO PER DAY)
Location Description:
CENTRALLY LOCATED. FEW STEPS FROM THE CENTRAL TRAIN STATION AND ALL THE MOST IMPORTANT MUSEUMS AND MONUMENTS
Rooms:
TRIPLE WITH BATHROOM. STANDARD DOUBLE ROOM WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM DOUBLE ROOM WITH MINIBAR, SAT TV, SAFE, AIR CONDITIONED, TELEPHONE. QUADRUPLE ROOM QUADRUPLE ROOM ROOM WITH 4 SINGLE BEDS OR 1 DOUBLE WITH 2 EXTRA BEDS. SUITE ROOM FROM 2 TO 4 PERSONS SUITE ROOM WITH 2 DOUBLE BEDS OR 1 DOUBLE AND 2 TWIN (1 DOUBLE OR 2 TWIN IN UPPER FLOOR) - PRIVATE BATHROOM WITH BATH AND SHOWER - TELEPHONE - SAT TV - FRIGOBAR - SAFE. SINGLE WITH BATH. TWIN ROOM BATHROOM.
Check-in:
1200
Check-out:
1100
Cancellation Policy:
Cancel 1 day prior to arrival date to avoid penalty of 1 Nights Room Charge.
Transportation:
REACHING US: BY TRAIN: ARRIVING AT THE CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION S.MARIA NOVELLA, YOU CAN EASILY REACH THE HOTEL BY FOOT; EXIT FROM THE STATION ON THE RIGHT SIDE, TO 'VIA S. CATERINA DA SIENA' AND AT THE CROSSING LIGHT TURN TO THE LEFT TO 'VIA DELLA SCALA': YOU'LL FIND HOTEL ALBA AFTER 100 METRES ON THE LEFT SIDE BEFORE 'PIAZZA SANTA MARIA NOVELLA'. BY PLANE (FLORENCE AIRPORT 'AMERIGO VESPUCCI' ): THE FLORENCE AIRPORTO IS LOCATED JUST 3 MILES FROM THE CENTRE OF THE TOWN AND FROM HOTEL ALBA. YOU CAN TAKE A TAXI (APPROX 15 EURO) OR THE CITY SHUTTLE BUS, IT DEPARTS EVERY HOUR FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE SITA BUS STATION (200 METERS FROM OUR HOTEL) AT THE COST OF 3,10 EURO BY CAR : YOU HAVE TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTION TO THE CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION S. MARIA NOVELLA (YOU HAVE TO COME FROM PORTA AL PRATO AND THEN VIA JACOPO DA DIACCETO) . ONCE YOU HAVE THE STATION ON YOUR LEFT SIDE, CONTINUE TO THE RIGHT INTO VIA SANTA CATERINA DA SIENA, AND AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHTS TURN LEFT INTO 'VIA DELLA SCALA'. YOU'LL FIND HOTEL ALBA AFTER A LITTLE BIT MORE THAN 100 METRES, ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE STREET. CAR DRIVERS ADVICE EVERYWHERE INSIDE THE CENTRE OF FLORENCE PARKING IS RESERVED TO THE RESIDENT PEOPLE THAT HAVE A SPECIAL PERMIT TO BE SHOWN ON THE CAR. THE HOTEL ALBA OFFERS A GARAGE CO-OPERATION AT A DAILY COST OF 21,00 EURO, TO BE PAID SEPARATELY FROM THE ROOM BILL. THE CAR WILL BE TAKEN AND DELIVERED AT THE HOTEL, WITHOUT ANY EXTRA CHARGE.
Description:
In the historical centre, just a few steps from central railway and the Santa Maria Novella church, you will find the completely renewed Hotel Alba Florence situated in a lovely independent building of the late 19th century. Built in 1830 and renovated to hotel standard in 1995. Hotel Alba Florence is positioned in a quiet and elegant area in the old part of Florence, near the banks of the Arno. From there, guests will easily reach the Duomo area and all the most important monuments of the city. The Alba is a small hotel located near Piazza S. Maria Novella and is classically styled. Close to the shops, restaurants, and the central station. Therefore making it easy for guests to visit many of the wonderful attractions in Florence. At the Alba there are 24 sound-proofed rooms with double glazed windows, all with private bath or shower; telephone, frigo-bar, colour television with satellite connection, centralised air-conditioning, direct dial telephone and security box. Pets are welcome in all rooms and non smoking and family rooms are available on request.What better way to start the day than with a delicious breakfast in the hotels bright and comfortable breakfast room. The in house bar is one of the best places to relax and unwind after a business meeting or a day shopping and sightseeing. 'Chill out' with a drink and a light snack or relax in the hotels comfy reading room. If guests are feeling energetic they can use the nearby fitness centre free of charge. Although this hotel does not have a restaurant of it own there is an array of eating establishments of all types and price ranges very near the hotel. The hotel also has a lift to enable disabled guests to access all areas. Additional services include garage parking, mountain bike rentals, meeting rooms and business centre, dry cleaning and car rental.Do not visit Florence without staying at Alba. It is a fabulous hotel in a perfect location. (Chargeable car park nearby)
Description:
Alba hotel is housed in an elegant building situated in the heart of Florence's historic centre, between the Arno river and the church of Santa Maria Novella. Only 3 minutes away from the main railway station, the property is within walking distance from the major tourist and cultural attractions of the city, the church of San Lorenzo with the Medici Chapels, the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo dei Congressi and the Fortezza da Basso. The excellent location, together with the modern services and the warm hospitality offered, make the hotel a perfect starting point to visit the city or to attend conferences and seminars, and an ideal destination for both business and leisure travelers in Florence.
Cancellation Policy:
whitin 12.00 our local time
Facilities:
Entire property is air conditioned, Historic building, Recently renovated, Lift/elevator, Panoramic lift/elevator, Pets accepted, Credit card accepted, Garage, Satellite TV, Internet/Email services, TV Lounge, Bar, Laundry service, Room service - limited hour, Front desk - safety deposit box, Front desk - 24 hour, Front desk - fax service, City tour, Newspapers, City guide, City maps, Tourist information, Luggage room, Multilingual staff, Air conditioning, Individually controlled air conditioning, Heating, Soundproof rooms, Cot available upon request, Rooms with view, Rooms with view available upon request, Iron and ironing board available on request, Hairdryer in room, Safe, Electronic safe, Non-smoking rooms, Mini bar, Direct dial phone, Telephone, Internet plug, High speed Internet connection, Colour TV, Satellite TV, Writing desk, Wireless Internet connection, Valet service, Additional beds, Wireless Internet connection in the entire property, LCD flat screen TV
Description:
In the historical centre, just a few steps from central railway and the Santa Maria Novella church, is the completely renewed Hotel Alba Florence. Built in 1830 and renovated to hotel standard in 1995. Hotel Alba Florence is positioned in a quiet and elegant area in the old part of Florence, near the banks of the Arno. From there, guests can easily reach the Duomo area and all the most important monuments of the city and the shops, restaurants, and the central station.

At the Alba there are 24 sound-proofed rooms with double glazed windows, all with private bath or shower; telephone, frigo-bar, colour television with satellite connection, centralised air-conditioning, direct dial telephone and security box. Pets are welcome in all rooms and non smoking and family rooms are available on request. The in house bar is one of the best places to relaxwith a drink and a light snack or in the hotels comfy reading room. Guests can also use the nearby fitness centre free of charge.

Although this hotel does not have a restaurant of it own there is an array of eating establishments of all types and price ranges very near the hotel. The hotel also has a lift to enable disabled guests to access all areas. Additional services include garage parking, mountain bike rentals, business centre, dry cleaning and car rental.
Description:
Hotel serves buffet breakfastThe Alba Hotel Has Modern, Pleasant Surroundings In A Comfortable, Casual Atmosphere. It Is Situated In The Ideal Location For Both The Business And Leisure Traveller As It Is Only 6 Km From The Florence Airport And Close To The Santa Maria Novella Train Station. The Hotel Has A Cosy Lounge And A Pleasant Reading Room. Breakfasts Are Served In The Garden. All Of The Guest Rooms Are Comfortable And Well Equipped. Hotel Has Bar, Lift, Gym Facilities And Nearby Garage Service. This Property Was Built In 1830 Renovated In 1995Built in 1805, this hotel comprises a total of 26 rooms spread over 4 floors, of which 6 are single rooms and 20 are double rooms. Facilities include a foyer with 24-hour reception desk, a safe, lift access, restaurant, bar, TV and breakfast room. Laundry and room services are also on offer.
Facilities:
Bar, AIR CONDITIONING, mini bar in rooms, tv in rooms, Central Location, Children Policy 1
Description:
The hotel also offers a garage service and free access to the nearby gymnasium centre, and there are also bikes available for guests. gp0206 This completely renovated hotel maintains the Florentine style. The hotel lies in the historic centre, just a short distance from the central train station.
Location Description:
The hotel also offers a garage service and free access to the nearby gymnasium centre, and there are also bikes available for guests. gp0206 This completely renovated hotel maintains the Florentine style. The hotel lies in the historic centre, just a short distance from the central train station.
Rooms:
Guest Rooms
The rooms all have double-glazed windows, and are all equipped with modern amenities, such as telephone, mini-bar, colour TV, air conditioning, satellite TV and safety deposit box.
Check-in:
1400
Check-out:
1100
Facilities:
Elevators, Parking, 24 Hour Room Service
Description:
HOTEL ALBA 3 STARS HOTEL COMPLETELY RENEWED, ALL ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHOOM OR SHOWER, TELEPHONE, MINIBAR, SAFE AND SAT TV. BAR, LIFT, READING ROOM AND BREAKFAST ROOM GARAGE SERVICE (21. 00 EURO PER DAY).
Location Description:
Florence Airport FLR 6 km, Santa Maria Novella Train Station 0.2 km, Cathedral & Giotto Bell Tower 1 km, Old Bridge & Uffizi 1 km
Check-in:
1200
Check-out:
1100
Facilities:
Cribs Available, 24 Hour Front Desk, Work Desk w/Lamp, Iron/Ironing Board, Laundry/ Dry Cleaning Service, Non-Smoking Room, Rollaway Beds Available, Room Service (Limited), Room Service (24 Hours), Air Conditioned, Cable/Satellite TV, Safe, Hairdryer, Elevators, Mini Bar, Telephone, Fax (For Guests), Pets Allowed, Complimentary Breakfast
Description:
HOTEL ALBA 3 STARS HOTEL COMPLETELY RENEWED, ALL ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHOOM OR SHOWER, TELEPHONE, MINIBAR, SAFE AND SAT TV. BAR, LIFT, READING ROOM AND BREAKFAST ROOM GARAGE SERVICE (21.00 EURO PER DAY)
Check-in:
1200
Check-out:
1100
Cancellation Policy:
Cancel 1 day prior to arrival date to avoid penalty of 1 Nights Room Charge.
Facilities:
Bar/Lounge, Breakfast Buffet, 24 Hour Front Desk, Elevators, FAX, Laundry Service, Pets Allowed, Room Service, Safe
Room Facilities:
120 AC, Air Conditioned, AM/FM Alarm Clock, Bath Tub, Bidet, Cribs Available, Double Bed, Desk with lamp, Hairdryers Available, Iron, Mini Bar, No Smoking Rooms/Facilities, Rollaway Beds, 24 Hour Room Service, Shower, Telephone, Temperature Control, TV, Television with Cable, Twin Bed, WC
Description:
HOTEL ALBA 3 STARS HOTEL COMPLETELY RENEWED, ALL ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHOOM OR SHOWER, TELEPHONE, MINIBAR, SAFE AND SAT TV. BAR, LIFT, READING ROOM AND BREAKFAST ROOM GARAGE SERVICE 21.00 EURO PER DAY.
Overview:
HOTEL ALBA 3 STARS HOTEL COMPLETELY RENEWED, ALL ROOMS WITH PRIVATE BATHOOM OR SHOWER, TELEPHONE, MINIBAR, SAFE AND SAT TV. BAR, LIFT, READING ROOM AND
Dining:
All Kind of Restaurants Available Nearby
Transportation:
FROM THE NEAR SANTA MARIA NOVELLA TRAIN STATION
LEAVES TRAINS AND BUSSES FROM ALL DESTINATIONS.
THE AIRPORT IS 20 MINUTES FAR FROM OUR HOTEL,
SHUTTLE BUS EVERY 30 MINUTES FROM THE TRAIN
STATION
Description:
With its central location, Alba Hotel is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in Florence.
Each of the 24 well-furnished guestrooms at the hotel ensures a comfortable stay with industry-standard room amenities.
The hotel creates a balance of rich culture and modern convinience to ensure you a memorable stay.
To reserve a room at the Alba Hotel, simply select your dates of stay and fill in our secure online booking form.
Description:
Built in 1805, this hotel comprises a total of 26 rooms spread over 4 floors, of which 6 are single rooms and 20 are double rooms. Facilities include a foyer with 24-hour reception desk, a safe, lift access, restaurant, bar, TV and breakfast room. Laundry and room services are also on offer.

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From: Lorraine Ellis, Australia
Date of Stay: September, 2008
We were very impressed with our room. It had the ambience of Tuscany, it was spacious and welcoming. The seperate areas for the bathroom and the large spa added greatly to our enjoyment of our visit to Florence. I would highly recommend this property to any visitor both for its presentation and convenient location. The directions of how to get to the property from the train station were difficult to follow however and we had to resort to asking for directions from a shopkeeper.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: April, 2008
Went to a Wedding on 7/26/07 and returned to the Hotel after midnight and actually got locked out. The Hotel staff across the street did everything they could to get us back in, but if a another traveler didn't come down and open the door, we would have been stuck staying at another hotel for the evening...unbelievable! Hotel is in need of a complete refurbishment and update. Old red sofas in the lobby area and the rooms are horribly decorated and aged. Stay at the hotel across the street, it was much nicer and the same price!
 
From: SC, Australia
Date of Stay: July, 2008
Hotel was very good but due to its proximity to the Santa Maria Novella train station meant some minor street noise, even with the double glazed windows. The air conditioning was a god send as the weather was very hot and humid when we stayed. Major public works at the piazza Santa Maria Novella also made for a dusty area with public access restricted. Once the works are completed it should again be a very nice hotel to stay at. Breakfast room nice, light and airy, with staff on hand to make very good cappucinos as well.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: January, 2008
We were a family of 4 ladies 38 to 77. We loved the hotel.
 
From: TS, USA
Date of Stay: July, 2008
Our only negative comment would be the surrounding area. While it felt safe, and offered some restaurants and other services, it was not a lovely place for strolling at night. The hotel itself was clean, well appointed and provided us with excellent service. When we checked in, the desk gave us a few perfect suggestions for restaurants. The rooms were the most spacious and luxurious of any hotel we stayed in in this price catagory.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: May, 2007
This hotel is a great value with a great location right next to the train station, which makes dragging your bags here easy. Nothing fancy at all, everything else is average. Good for singles.
 
From: Reviewer has requested to be kept anonymous.
Date of Stay: May, 2007
This hotel is a good value with a great location right next to the train station. Not a lot of luxury, but clean rooms with a nice shower.
 
From: AM, USA
Date of Stay: July, 2008
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hotel Alba. We had a four person room, which we really loved; it was spacious and clean, and very comfortable. The staff was very friendly, and helpful, and the location, near to the train station, and the city center, was very convenient. We would certainly stay there again.
 
From: SL, United Kingdom
Date of Stay: July, 2008
This a very convenient location for visitors to florence and travelling to nearby towns. Bus station and train station are close by. Restuarants nearby are good/reasonable plenty of choices.Free wireless internet is a big plus so bring your laptop or wireless pdas. Good breakfast but not excellent. It is a classical Italian hotel with a modern touch.
 
From: SH, USA
Date of Stay: July, 2008
Hotel Alba more than met my expectations from a web reservation. I needed to extend my stay and Hotel Alba was fully booked. They helped me get another room elsewhere but at the last minute a room opened and they looked for me to give me a room at the same rate. Wonderful staff and definitely will recommend this to the most finicky traveller. I would highly recommend a newly opened hotel in Sansepolcro region - the Palazzo Magi. The hotel staff made us feel like guests in a palace, and not a hotel.
 
From: MW, USA
Date of Stay: July, 2008
Hotel Alba was exactly as advertised - the room was very clean, the staff friendly and the free Internet was a nice extra! We selected the hotel because it was close to the train station, so it worked well for us, but I was a little nervous walking back to the hotel at night. It did make it very convenient however for catching the train! The walk to the Duomo was pleasant and an easy walk from Piazza Signora along the Arno river. I would stay at the Alba again.
 
From: SD, Philippines
Date of Stay: June, 2008
if your looking for a quiet hotel but near the train station, this is perfect. the room where we stayed in on the ground floor is large, with a loft, 2 double beds with 2 flat screen TVs, its newly renovated and pictures shown on the web are very accurate. Although the price is quite expensive as it is already in June and there was an exhibition, it would actually be worth it as it can sleep 4 people. Staff are very pleasant. Breakfast is complete with cold and hot dishes. We definitely recommend this hotel.
 
From: DF, Australia
Date of Stay: May, 2008
Friendly, helpful staff, clean rooms. Noise was a major issue - certailnly not "completely soundproofed" as stated on Venere.com site. Suggest you ask for a room at the rear of the property and not on the main street. Our room was on the top floor facing the main street. With the window open for fresh air the street noise from 2200-0200 was excessive. Noise from neighbouring rooms also travelled into the room. Even with all windows closed, sound was still very evident - not what we expected and significantly detracted from what was otherise a pleasant place to stay. Breakfast caters to Australian tastes well enough, and staff were accommodating to allow us an advance checkout and early breakfast on our last day to allow for travel connections (pre 0700). Some other rooms at the rear of the hotel looked much more spacious, luxurious and potentially quieter, so we may have just got a poor room. Other: fairly "grubby" and imtimidating immediate surrounds, but seemed safe enough and certainly no problems encountered (maybe that's the Firenze way!). A cafe/restaurant ~100m to the left provides good, clean, tasty Italian fare at reasonable prices. Double Decker bus trip was good value to take in the sights - take both trips if you have time (one bus ticket for 24 hours allows as much travel as you want). Would recommend a Sienna day-trip returning via San Gimignano.
 
From: Karen Moulton, USA
Date of Stay: May, 2008
The Hotel Alba was a great hotel in Florence. The hotel was in a very convenient location: close to the train and bus stations, and close to the Duomo. The rooms were wonderful, clean, and the customer service was great. It was like an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the more touristy sections of Florence.
 
From: PH, Australia
Date of Stay: April, 2008
Good centrally located hotel. Small rooms but you have to expect that in a big city in the location it was.
 
From: Andrey Latyshev, Russia
Date of Stay: March, 2008
Good hotel in a good location (near railway station, city center and most places of interrest). Great view from some windows. Great inner courtyard. Free computer with internet access hotel hall and free wifi zone (passwords can be generated at reception on request)
 
From: AS, USA
Date of Stay: February, 2008
The Alba Hotel was very easy to get to from the train station. My sister, daughter, and granddaughter were very happy with the room clean and quite large. Everything was in walking distance. Would stay again
 
From: Juergen Sparrer, New Zealand
Date of Stay: January, 2008
Excellent winter rates. Spacious room. Careful, they prefer cash-payment but have no money to give change!!!? We would come again, very good. Only disappointment was the extemely a w f u l instant coffee in the morning - we all switched to tea!
 
From: SH, Australia
Date of Stay: December, 2007
We found this hotel excellent value at Christmas time. It was very easy to get to from the station and the staff were always very pleasant and helpful to us. It was quiet at night even though during the day it was only a 5 minute walk to the main shops. For the 3 of us the room and bathroom were spacious.We even had a view across the rooftops of the Duomo. The breakfast was very good and plentiful. It was an added bonus that it was only 4 doors along from our favourite Firenze destination Farmacia Santa Maria Novella. We were able to leave our luggage after we checked out which was a great help.
 
From: PM, USA
Date of Stay: December, 2007
My wife and I traveled to Florence in December with our two adult children. The Hotel Alba was just as described in the reviews on venere.com. The room was comfortable and clean, and the staff was very helpful. It is located in a grewat location that was close to all the sights. The hotel met or exceeded our expectations. I would not hesitate staying there again when I return to Firenze!
 

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