In the heart of Florence, Hotel Garibaldi Blu offers an upscale retreat near Historic Center - Downtown. Start your day with continental breakfast, grab a coffee at the on-site cafe, and take advantage of laundry facilities to refresh during your stay. With in-room WiFi and a bar for evening relaxation, guests praise the helpful staff and ideal location.
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Pet friendly
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Self parking
Bar/lounge
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
2 meeting rooms
Airport shuttle
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Snack bar/deli
Laundry service
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Minibar
Bathtub or shower
Digital TV service
The current price is $303
$303
$350 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Why we love this property
Dining options galore
This hotel tantalizes taste buds with a cafe, a bar, and free continental breakfast. Vegetarian dining options provide choices for all.
Heavenly sleep retreat
Wrapped in soft bathrobes, guests drift into blissful sleep on premium bedding. Midnight cravings are satisfied with minibar treats.
Piazza Santa Maria Novella, 21, Florence, FI, 50123
What's nearby
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Via de' Tornabuoni - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Piazza del Duomo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 25 min drive
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 6 min walk
Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 7 min walk
Porta al Prato Station - 15 min walk
Unità Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 6 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Osteria Belle Donne - 2 min walk
Ristorante Buca Mario - 1 min walk
Cafe dei Fossi - 1 min walk
The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub - 1 min walk
Cantinetta Antinori - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Garibaldi Blu
Located just 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from the airport, Hotel Garibaldi Blu offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio are within just a 10-minute walk. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Unità Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
DONE
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (3 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 48 per day)
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's games
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Vegetarian dining options
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 48 per day
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number IT048017A1G83N62FF
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Garibaldi Blu offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Garibaldi Blu does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Garibaldi Blu?
Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Garibaldi Blu?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 48 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Garibaldi Blu?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Garibaldi Blu?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What's the area around Hotel Garibaldi Blu like?
Hotel Garibaldi Blu is in Historic Centre of Florence, a short 3-minute walk from Unità Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Hotel Garibaldi Blu Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and well-stocked with a good variety. (59 reviews)
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Piazza
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2026
Location was great. Very good breakfast. Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff.
Krister
Krister, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2026
Breakfast is great. The variety is good.
Ka Man
Ka Man, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2026
Very clean and well located hotel. Comfortable and well appointed room
Sean
Sean, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
It’s a very beautiful place it’s very nice quiet and clean
Hector
Hector, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2025
Great location, delicious fresh breakfast, convenient location to train station.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
We arrived late in the evening and had a super early flight so we didn’t get to experience seeing much staff or breakfast but those we did see were super helpful and even offered to make up an early breakfast to take. It was a cool stay and was comfy!
Cameron
Cameron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2025
Amazing location ,, nice rooms
Shahad
Shahad, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
The hotel faced a piazza with lots of food options and was walking distance to a lot of the attractions. It’s so artistic and clean inside and was our favorite hotel during our trip to Italy.
Bin Susan
Bin Susan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Lovely hotel with comfortable bed & pillows, well-designed room with enough space for luggage, drinks, misc + good lighting.
Swanky lobby, friendly staff and ideal location, by scenic square & close to train station, river & key destinations, inc Duomo & Plaza del Vecchio.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
A very nice hotel right in the middle of the city with many great restaurants outside of the hotel.
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2026
Great Hotel,, Professional & Friendly Reception Staff,,Great Breakfast again with nice Friendly Staff attending your needs in Clean eating area..
Nice little court yard area to sit with coffee after eating,,
Lovely room ,, all spotless,& we got one 2nd floor with beautiful view of the Pieassa below,,
5min walk to main attractions,,
Just a shame they said they did not receive my room request for twin beds,, even though I have their reply in Hotel . Com messages that their house keeping team have been notified..
Big bed , they did least try with seperate single bedding,,,not to bad,,, our room with a view did compensate for this so not a big issue.
Would highly recommend this Charming Hotel
👌👏👏
Vince
Vince, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Great central location. Main sightseeing spots are within a walking distance.
Indreet
Indreet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Excellent location, friendly and helpful stuff!
Dina
Dina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2025
This is a lovely hotel. The rooms are clean and quiet with nice toiletries in the bathroom. Great breakfast with delicious coffee and cappuccino and a bar w drinks in the evening. Staff was very friendly and extremely responsive. Our last morning we left for an early flight and they gave us bags of food with snacks for breakfast which was very thoughtful. I would recommend!
Victoria
Victoria, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
This hotel is super close to train station and all attractions. The staff is very helpful and a pleasure to deal with daily. Would stay here again definitely.
Laura
Laura, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2024
Would stay here again in a heartbeat! Good location and lovely hotel.
Olivia
Olivia, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2024
It was a very comfortable stay and conveniently located within walking distance of the train station, main attractions and good food.
Ahmed
Ahmed, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Friendly staff, nice rooms!
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Perfect place to stay in Florence. Close to everything. Staff were so attentive and kind
Cole
Cole, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Everything was great
Very beautiful hotel, located in the center of the city. Excellent breakfast and nice staff.
Nicole
Nicole, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2024
Great breakfast, amazing view of piazza, friendly staff!
Aja
Aja, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
It’s super close from train station, staffs were all very friendly and welcoming
Hungseock
Hungseock, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2025
Well maintained property. Professional staff. Great air conditioning. Very good breakfast. Great location. I will return!
Nina
Nina, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2024
Perfect place for the visit. The breakfast is really good.