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Hotel California, Florence

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About the Hotel

Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122
Very good
7.7
8.2
/10
3.8
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/5

Hotel California offers a central location on via Ricasoli, just minutes from the iconic Duomo cathedral and Galleria dell'Accademia. This 4-star Florence hotel features air-conditioned en-suite rooms with classic décor, a rooftop terrace, and a restaurant specializing in Italian cuisine.

Rooms & Amenities

Guests at Hotel California can enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and safes. The bathrooms feature Carrara marble, with options for bathtubs or showers. The hotel also provides facilities for disabled guests and boasts a welcoming lobby, considered the most lavish area of the hotel.

Dining Options

Dining at Hotel California includes a restaurant that serves traditional Italian dishes. Guests can also enjoy breakfast on the spacious garden terrace. Nearby dining options include Trattoria Mario and Gelateria Carabe, both within a short walking distance.

Services & Local Area

This Florence hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage services. Guests can take advantage of the transfer service offered and enjoy concierge services for added convenience. The hotel is located in a historic building that offers easy access to major attractions.

Location & Transportation

Within 0.3 km of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, guests at Hotel California can explore key sites such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Ponte Vecchio. Public transport options include bus stations at Via de' Pucci and Piazza di San Lorenzo, both within walking distance. The hotel is 1 km from Florence Santa Maria Novella train station.

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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
Shower
Heating
Quadruple Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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Triple Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Small Single Room
2 persons
120 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
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Facilities

Hotel California offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.6/10Review score

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
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Hotel California Location

Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122
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Via Ricasoli 28-30, Florence, Italy, 50122
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 (FLR)15 min  ·  6.0 mi
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
Wireless 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
Number of rooms:
92

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel California from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 449 verified reviews
7.4/10
Very good
73%
Recommend
Breakfast
6.6/10
Cleanliness
8.1/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.0/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
4.5/10
Staff
8.1/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 699 reviews
3.5/5
based on 886 reviews
7.7/10
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