Hotel California, Florence ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122

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“The hotel location is perfect, just steps away from the stunning Duomo and surrounded by great restaurants and shops.”view full review

Hotel California, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Duomo, offers classic décor and essential amenities for guests. It provides a 24-hour front desk, Wi-Fi access in public areas, and a quaint rooftop terrace for dining and drinks.

Rooms & Amenities

All en-suite rooms at Hotel California feature air conditioning, free WiFi, and a private bathroom equipped with a shower or bathtub. Guests can enjoy views of the iconic Duomo and luxurious white Carrara marble in the bathrooms.

Dining & Nearby Options

Hotel California houses a restaurant specializing in Italian cuisine and offers a varied breakfast, served on the terrace. Nearby dining options include Trattoria Mario and Caffe Ricasoli, both within 0.5 km.

Services & Local Area

Guests can utilize services such as express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and concierge services. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the famed Uffizi Gallery.

Transportation & Accessibility

Hotel California is 1 km from Florence Santa Maria Novella and 10 km from Peretola Airport, with several bus stops nearby, including Via de' Pucci just 3 minutes away. The area can be especially dark at night, so caution is advised when walking around.

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Hotel California offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double or Twin Room

2 persons

185 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

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Quadruple Room

2 persons

240 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Triple Room

2 persons

220 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Small Single Room

2 persons

120 sq. feet

1 Single bed

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Facilities

Hotel California offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Lovely Views!

“The room provided an excellent view of the D'Uomo that took my breath away every morning.” view full review

Artful Ambiance

“The internal walls were adorned with beautiful paintings, making the room feel luxurious and culturally rich.” view full review

Comfortable Stay

“I was pleasantly surprised when I received a spacious double room with a lovely view, making my stay even more enjoyable.” view full review

Impressive Design

“The bathroom was well-appointed and elegantly designed, adding to the overall charm of the accommodation.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Paid Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Hotel California Location

Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122

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Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122

City landmarks

Museum

Gallerie Degli Uffizi

3100 ft

Bridge

Ponte Vecchio

2800 ft

Square

Piazzale Michelangelo

1.4 mi

Square

Piazza della Signoria

2500 ft

Museum

Palazzo Vecchio

2500 ft

Museum

Pitti Palace

4700 ft

Church

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

4000 ft

Church

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

2800 ft

Museum

Bargello National Museum

2200 ft

Museum

Strozzi Palace

2900 ft

Market

Mercato Centrale

3100 ft

Museum

Museo Galileo

3300 ft

Church

Church and Museum of Orsanmichele

2100 ft

Landmark

Loggia dei Lanzi

2600 ft

Church

Ognissanti Church

4200 ft

Landmark

The Boboli Gardens

1.1 mi

Church

Basilica of San Lorenzo

3900 ft

Nearby

Square

Piazza del Duomo

1000 ft

Church

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

1100 ft

Museum

Galleria dell'Accademia

900 ft

Landmark

Campanile di Giotto

1300 ft

Museum

San Marco Museum

1200 ft

Museum

Riccardi Medici Palace

700 ft

Museum

Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore

1400 ft

Church

Battistero di San Giovanni

1300 ft

Square

Piazza della Repubblica

2000 ft

Church

Brunelleschi's Dome

1100 ft

Museum

Medici Chapel

1700 ft

Museum

Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum

1300 ft

Restaurants

Trattoria Mario

1600 ft

Via della Spada 27

Oliandolino Pizzicheria Fiorentina

1000 ft

Via Ricasoli 36/R

56 Rosso

700 ft

Via Ricasoli 56/R

La Menagere

1200 ft

Via de' Ginori 8r

Gelatarium

1000 ft

Via Camillo Cavour 12r

i' Grullo

1400 ft

Via Dei Servi 51R

Trattoria Camillo Cavour

1000 ft

Via Camillo Cavour 41 Red

Gelateria Brio

1000 ft

Via Camillo Cavour 26/R

Il Desco Bistro

800 ft

Via Camillo Cavour 27

Rosalia salad gourmet

1400 ft

Piazza Giovanni Spadolini 6 Novoli

Getting around

City Centre

Florence5 min · 1400 ft

Airports

Peretola Airport (FLR)15 min · 6.0 mi

Pisa International Airport - Galileo Galilei (PSA)127 min · 52.6 mi

Train

Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station10 min · 2700 ft

Bus

Bus stop3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:30-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 28 per day.

Internet

is available in for additional charge.

Breakfast

The hotel California provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, German, Italian, Arabic

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Hotel California, Florence

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