Hotel Grifone Firenze

The soundproofing in the room was quite poor; I could clearly hear even slightly loud noises from next door. The curtains didn't block out the sunlight effectively, so it was very bright when the sun came up. There were also very few power outlets, and they were all a bit loose. On the plus side, the price was great, and the bathroom was nice.

The room was a bit basic, like a budget hotel in China. I booked a single room and the bed was only 80 cm wide. It was quiet though, and had a small balcony. The air conditioning/heating was too dry and couldn't be adjusted, so my throat was really dry at night and I had to get up for water. The bathroom fan was very loud, so I had to turn it off. For over a thousand (presumably currency units) without breakfast, it felt really expensive for this standard. But I guess everything near tourist attractions in Florence is pricey. It's about a 20-minute bus ride or 35-minute walk to the sights. I'd generally recommend staying closer to the Duomo to save time, as the price difference isn't huge. Do note that some B&Bs don't have elevators, which can be tough with a lot of luggage. This place, however, does have one.

Great hotel. The room was spacious and bright, and well-equipped. The staff were also very helpful. They offer a self-service refill for drinking water. It's a bit far from the city center, so you'll need to take a bus or taxi to get there. There are two restaurants located near the hotel.

The breakfast was excellent, and the coffee was hand-brewed. The environment was also very pleasant. Definitely recommend it!

The location is quite good, very convenient for taking public transport. The room is small, but it has everything you need, and the little balcony is very comfortable. The surroundings are very quiet, as it's a residential area. The room is a bit old, and the hallway is quiet, but the floors feel too thin between levels; you can hear chairs being dragged around. There's no noise at night though. The front desk staff are friendly. You can refill free water daily.