How far is Hotel Residence La Contessina from Santa Maria Novella Railway Station?
The hotel is located just 0.5 km from Santa Maria Novella Railway Station.
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Residence La Contessina – A Favorite for Families in Florence
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About the Hotel
Via Faenza 71,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
- Close to the historic old town
Great
8.6
8.5
4.6
Loved by Residence La Contessina guests
"We had a big apartment with a kitchen and its lovely in the courtyard away from the busy street."
"Our rooms had everything we needed and breakfasts were wonderful."
"The location and the full kitchenette make this a find for the price."
Rooms & Apartments
Hotel Residence La Contessina offers rooms and apartments in classic Florentine style with terracotta flooring. Rooms include LCD TVs, safes, hairdryers, air conditioning, and mini-fridges. Apartments feature kitchenettes, high Renaissance vaulted ceilings, and large windows. Some have loft spaces suitable for families. King Apartments consist of two adjoining studios with two double beds, two kitchenettes, and two bathrooms.
Dining Options
A free breakfast buffet is served daily in the basement breakfast room, featuring hot dishes like eggs and bacon, breads, cereals, and pastries. The breakfast room has an arched ceiling, terra-cotta floor, and antique furniture. Nearby, Via de' Tornabuoni and Central Market offer shopping and dining options.
Leisure & Events
The hotel has a meeting room with video projection and audio facilities, accommodating up to 70 people. An interior courtyard provides a quiet space to relax. Nearby attractions include Torrigiani Garden and Cascine Park for outdoor exploration.
Location & Transport
The hotel is on Via Faenza, a 5-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station. Amerigo Vespucci Airport is 7 km away, accessible by taxi or Tram Line T2. Key landmarks nearby include Mercato Centrale (0.5 km), Basilica of Santa Maria Novella (0.5 km), and Piazza del Duomo (0.5 km).
Services & Policies
Reception operates from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with self-check-in available after 7:00 PM. The hotel is pet-friendly and offers free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and surveillance cameras. Rooms are sanitized after each stay. Children under 2 stay free, and an extra cleaning fee applies for excessively dirty rooms.
“Hotel Residence La Contessina stands out as a family-run establishment that provides a distinctive experience, a welcome change from typical chain hotels. The spacious apartments, complete with kitchenettes, make it particularly suitable for families, plus the quiet courtyard offers a relaxing escape. In my opinion, the personalized service elevates this hotel beyond just a place to stay, creating a genuinely hospitable environment.”
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Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Double Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Triple Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Quadruple Room
2 persons
280 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
room details
Double or Twin Room
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
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Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Vending machines
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Residence La Contessina Location
Via Faenza 71,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
Map view
Via Faenza 71,
Florence,
Italy,
50123,
Tuscany
City landmarks
Museum
Gallerie Degli Uffizi
4200 ft
Bridge
Ponte Vecchio
3600 ft
Square
Piazza del Duomo
2400 ft
Church
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
2700 ft
Museum
Galleria dell'Accademia
2900 ft
Square
Piazzale Michelangelo
1.6
mi
Square
Piazza della Signoria
3700 ft
Museum
Palazzo Vecchio
3700 ft
Museum
Pitti Palace
1.0
mi
Landmark
Campanile di Giotto
2500 ft
Church
Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence
1.1
mi
Church
Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
2100 ft
Museum
San Marco Museum
3000 ft
Museum
Strozzi Palace
2900 ft
Museum
Bargello National Museum
3900 ft
Museum
Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore
4600 ft
Church
Battistero di San Giovanni
2200 ft
Museum
Museo Galileo
4500 ft
Square
Piazza della Repubblica
2700 ft
Church
Ognissanti Church
3400 ft
Church
Church and Museum of Orsanmichele
3100 ft
Church
Brunelleschi's Dome
2700 ft
Museum
Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum
2900 ft
Landmark
The Boboli Gardens
1.2
mi
Landmark
Loggia dei Lanzi
3700 ft
Nearby
Market
Mercato Centrale
1100 ft
Museum
Riccardi Medici Palace
2000 ft
Museum
Medici Chapel
1500 ft
Event hall
Palazzo Degli Affari
900 ft
Restaurants
Trattoria Za Za
1300 ft
26r Piazza del Mercato Centrale
Trattoria Enzo e Piero
600 ft
Via Faenza 105 rosso
Lalibela
500 ft
Via Faenza 87 Number 87 of the black numeration
Ristorante Le Fonticine
500 ft
Via Nazionale 79/r
Trattoria I Due G
500 ft
6/red Via Bernardo Cennini
Livio Pizzeria Napoletana
500 ft
Via Nazionale 77 R
Trattoria Mario
1400 ft
Via della Spada 27
Ristorante Pizzeria Da Duccio
400 ft
Via Faenza 49r
Trattoria Bondi
500 ft
Via Nazionale 45/47 r
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-19:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 30 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Japanese, Arabic
Year renovated:
2009
Number of floors:
4
Number of rooms:
18
Family-focused reviews and ratings
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Pros
Clean room
Great breakfast
Convenient location
Cons
Narrow parking entrance
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FAQs
About Residence La Contessina
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Residence La Contessina?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Is parking available at Hotel Residence La Contessina?
Private parking is available on-site for 30 EUR per day with prior reservation needed.
What type of accommodations does Hotel Residence La Contessina offer?
The hotel offers independent apartments and regular hotel rooms.
What room amenities are provided at Hotel Residence La Contessina?
Rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and a private bathroom with toiletries.
What dining options are available at Hotel Residence La Contessina?
The hotel offers a daily breakfast buffet with Italian and continental dishes.
Are there any notable attractions near Hotel Residence La Contessina?
Notable attractions include the Duomo Cathedral (0.5 km) and Palazzo Vecchio (1 km).
Which nearby restaurants can guests find close to Hotel Residence La Contessina?
Nearby restaurants include Chianineria Trattoria dall'Oste (0.5 km), Trattoria Enzo e Piero, and Ristorante Le Fonticine (both 0.5 km).
Is Wi-Fi available at Hotel Residence La Contessina?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
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