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Universo

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

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A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a historic building with a tall tower.
A modern reception area with a desk, chairs, a green rug, and a wall with a unique pattern.
A breakfast room with tables set for dining, a sign indicating the room, and a decorative bottle on the table.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a chair.
A hallway with black and white checkered flooring, white doors, and a patterned tile wall.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Piazza Santa Maria Novella, 20, 20, Florence, Tuscany, 50123
  • Place, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A double bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a floral wallpaper pattern.

Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view through a glass door.

Deluxe Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Classic Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape through a window with green curtains.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Single Room

Classic Single Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Florence

Heart of Florence.A stay at this Historic Centre of Florence hotel places you steps from Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and within a 10-minute walk of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Piazza del Duomo and Ponte Vecchio are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piazza della Signoria - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Unità Tram Stop - 1 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 4 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Osteria e Vinaino Cicalone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Banki Ramen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria La Madia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Storico Sabatini - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Universo

3-star hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
There's a restaurant on site. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. You'll find a business center on site. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Universo. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Florence hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Universo offers 42 accommodations with minibars and slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Florence hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle available
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.

Property Registration Number IT048017A1SHCBGE33

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hotel Universo Florence
Universo Florence
Hotel Universo Hotel
Hotel Universo Florence
Hotel Universo Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

How close is Universo to the airport?

Universo is 4.2 mi (25-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Universo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Universo.

Does Universo offer free breakfast?

Universo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Universo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Universo?

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

Is there free parking at Universo?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Universo have a pool?

Universo does not have a pool.

Does Universo have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Universo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Universo to downtown Florence?

Universo is 0.4 mi away from Florence.

Universo Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 811 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 811 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 811 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 811 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 811 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was in great location, staff was friendly, overall the stay was very enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kyrylo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great place for short stay

Perfect location with all the attractions in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place with a friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Vasquez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Florence. Location was perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is well located.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful with suggestions for things to do, where to go etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Excellent location for a hotel. Friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Seoung Kyung

Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mario

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

Great hoteel

Nice and quiet central easy to get anywhere in florand A++
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, cute room with everything I needed. Staff was very helpful and easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. We found the location to be ideal for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Happy with the location and services provided.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miss Tamsin

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

Recommend for location and facilities

Superb location, room and views. Lovely staff and really helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a one stay close to the train. Staff was very polite and exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. Short (5 min) walk from the train station and close to shopping, great food, and next to the Piazza Santa Maria. Room and Facility is plain and small but nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maryjo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very pleasant and we enjoyed the cafes and plaza right outside the hotel. Desk staff was very pleasant and helpful. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant staff, very clean room great balcony with view of Santa novella. Many restaurants within the block
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo López

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really well located, very near of the train station, near for the downtown and outside there's plenty of very good restaurants. The employess are very kind and the facilities are in a very good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location. Very nice bathroom. Staff at front desk very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

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

Great Florence location!

The hotel was great! Perfect location, walk to everything. Nearby ATM, pharmacy and grocery. Plenty of restaurants near as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ka fai joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was my first time visiting Florences, the hotel is easy to get around all the areas. If I visit Florence again, I’d search this hotel first!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023