🇮🇹 Firenze, Italy
Hotel Silla
📍 5, Via dei Renai, Firenze, 50125
Photo: official website
Your stay — Hotel Silla
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Silla, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd floor or above) to minimize street noise from Via dei Renai, as it's a relatively busy street. Opt for a room on the rear side of the hotel (facing Via del Proconsolo) for a quieter experience.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they may be more prone to noise from the lift and service entrance.
Best views
Rooms on the rear side (Via del Proconsolo) may offer a view of the historic townhouses and rooftops, but this is not guaranteed.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Noise from the lift and service entrance may be audible in rooms on the first floor. Street noise from Via dei Renai can be heard on lower floors.
Insider tips
Ask for a room with a view of Via del Proconsolo for a glimpse of the city's historic charm. If you're driving, consider parking in one of the nearby parking garages, as street parking in Via dei Renai can be limited and metered.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hotel Silla
free Wi-Fi on all floors, 10 Mbps speed, no login required
serves all floors, including historic wing
complimentary digital newspaper access via PressReader, no physical papers
15:00 - 00:00, early bag-drop from 08:00, €25 late check-out fee (up to 18:00)
available in the lobby, €5 per bag per day (max 2 bags)
step-free access, wheelchair ramp at entrance, some historic sections have narrow corridors
on-site parking available, €20 per night, nearest public car park is 'Parkegg' (€25 per night), electric vehicle charging available on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person, per night (mandatory city tax)
Deposit & card hold: €100 cash deposit upon check-in, €200 credit card hold for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Vergine della Croce al Tempio (494 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: San Giuseppe (509 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Salvatore al Monte (539 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di Santa Maria delle Grazie (618 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
COIN — 858 m · ~11 min walk
Giardino Wanda Lattes e Alberto Nirenstein — 612 m · ~8 min walk
Museo Casa Rodolfo Siviero — 50 m · ~1 min walk
Sala della Musica — 875 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 624 m · ~8 min walk
Farmacia Comunale di san Niccolò — 393 m · ~5 min walk
L'Angolo dell'Erta — 275 m · ~3 min walk
Firenze Campo di Marte — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or near tourist landmarks; use bank ATMs inside the city for better rates.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and cafés; but keep small cash for market stalls and some bars.
Tipping not expected but appreciated for good service—round up the bill or leave €1–2; taxis appreciate rounding up; hotel porters €1–2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at the counter for an espresso (caffè): around €1.00–1.20; sitting down doubles the price.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno/bakery: €5–8.
Pasta dish in a trattoria or a pizza margherita: €8–12 for a main.
Look for bakeries (forni) and rosticcerie near the Mercato Centrale and around Piazza Sant’Ambrogio for affordable takeaway.
Conad, COOP, and Carrefour Express are common in the 50125 area.
Main high-street chains (Zara, H&M, Mango) are along Via de' Calzaiuoli and Via Roma; for cheaper options, head to the San Lorenzo market.
ATAF single bus/tram ticket €1.70 (valid 90 min); daily pass €5.00; from the airport, tram T2 to Alamanni station costs the single ticket price.
Buy water at supermarkets, not tourist kiosks; skip sit-down service for coffee; get the Firenze Card only if you plan many museums—otherwise pay per entry.
Good to know — Firenze
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Firenze, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Silla
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 624 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale di san Niccolò — 393 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Santa Maria Novella Station → Hotel Guelfa (Unità stop)
💡 Buy ticket from machine at station (cash/card); validate before boarding or face €120 fine.
Santa Maria Novella Station → Hotel Guelfa (Guelfa stop)
💡 Less tourist-ridden than walking; check real-time on ATAF app—late afternoon gaps common.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Residence San Niccolò
💡 Take bus 23 from outside the airport terminal to 'Lungarno Cellini' stop. Walk 5 minutes over the bridge (Arno) to Via San Niccolò. Buy tickets at the airport tabacchi or with the ATAF app—validate them onboard or face a €60 fine.
Santa Maria Novella Station → Residence San Niccolò
💡 From the station, bus C4 runs direct to 'Piazza Poggi' stop—right at the hotel. Use a 90-minute ticket (valid on all buses/trams) for €1.70. Avoid the C2 which goes around the long way.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Residence San Niccolò
💡 Tram T2 runs from the airport to downtown in 20 minutes—alight at 'Alamanni-Stazione' stop. Then switch to bus C4 (same ticket) to Piazza Poggi. Cheapest from the airport but involves a transfer; allow 30 mins total.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Santa Maria Novella Station
💡 Take T1 tram direct to Unità stop (€1.50), then 5-min walk to hotel; avoid bus unless tram's down.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Hotel Guelfa
💡 Pre-book via app for €1 surcharge; queue at official taxi rank outside arrivals.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Residence San Niccolò
💡 Pre-book a taxi from the airport for a fixed rate (about €25). The hotel is in the Oltrarno district, on a one-way street near Piazza Poggi—tell the driver 'San Niccolò, Porta San Niccolò' to avoid being dropped at the bottom of the hill.
Santa Maria Novella Station → Riverbank's Hotel
💡 Walk along the Arno riverbank—cross the Ponte alla Carraia bridge for a direct route. Flat and pleasant even with luggage.
Santa Maria Novella Station → Via Pisana (Riverbank's area)
💡 Get off at the station stop for a short walk east along the river. A single ticket lasts 90 minutes and works for trams too.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Piazza dell'Unità Italiana (tram stop)
💡 Cheapest airport option. Buy ticket before boarding from machines at airport tram stop. The stop at Unità is one block from Via Guelfa, so don't bother changing to a bus—just walk.
Dimora Dionisio B&B (Via Guelfa, 51) → Any city centre stop (e.g., Duomo)
💡 You don't really need the bus for central Florence—the B&B is walkable to major sights. Use this for longer hops like Piazzale Michelangelo. Buy a 90-minute ticket from tabacchi shops.
About Firenze
Wikipedia ↗
Florence (Italian: Firenze) is the capital and most populous city of the Italian region of Tuscany, with 361,625 inhabitants as of 2026. It is also the capital of the eponymous metropolitan province, which counts 988,494 inhabitants. Florence was a centre of medieval European trade and finance and ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel Silla?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd floor or above) to minimize street noise from Via dei Renai, as it's a relatively busy street. Opt for a room on the rear side of the hotel (facing Via del Proconsolo) for a quieter experience.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Silla?
Avoid rooms on the first floor, as they may be more prone to noise from the lift and service entrance.
Is Hotel Silla noisy?
Noise from the lift and service entrance may be audible in rooms on the first floor. Street noise from Via dei Renai can be heard on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Silla?
Rooms on the rear side (Via del Proconsolo) may offer a view of the historic townhouses and rooftops, but this is not guaranteed.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Silla?
Ask for a room with a view of Via del Proconsolo for a glimpse of the city's historic charm. If you're driving, consider parking in one of the nearby parking garages, as street parking in Via dei Renai can be limited and metered.
What time is check-in at Hotel Silla?
Check-in at Hotel Silla is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Silla have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi on all floors, 10 Mbps speed, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Silla?
€2.50 per person, per night (mandatory city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Silla?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno/bakery: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Silla?
ATAF single bus/tram ticket €1.70 (valid 90 min); daily pass €5.00; from the airport, tram T2 to Alamanni station costs the single ticket price.
Top Attractions in Firenze
💡 Check the upper floor for the museum (small fee) which holds the originals; the interior is quiet and free, perfect for a break from crowds.
💡 Use the free official app for audio guide of the courtyard (download before going). Go mid-week morning to avoid queues. The free area includes a small museum shop with good postcards.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid crowds and get clear photos without tour groups blocking the statues.
💡 Skip the touristy stalls outside; head upstairs for a cheap lunch of tripe panino or pasta at the counter.
💡 Get a 5-euro panino with lampredotto from the ground-floor vendors, then take it upstairs to sit at the communal tables.
💡 Free entry on the first Sunday of each month; arrive early to avoid queues. The courtyard is a hidden peaceful spot.
💡 Buy a €1 glass of wine at a stall and nibble free bread. Best time is late morning (11am) when stalls are busy but not chaotic. Avoid the touristy leather market outside—it's overpriced.
💡 Walk the ground floor for free tasting of olive oils, cheeses, and meats. Avoid the overpriced upstairs food court.