🇮🇹 Firenze, Italy
Tre Gigli
📍 55, Via Palazzuolo, Firenze
Your stay — Tre Gigli
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The Property — Tre Gigli
Tre Gigli is a 1970s-era three-star hotel on a quiet residential street ten minutes’ walk from Santa Maria Novella station. The lobby has wood-panelled walls, a small bar and the faint scent of floor polish — functional, unfussy, with staff who know the bus routes. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean room and a good base for walking the centre, not boutique charm or fancy breakfast.
Chronicles of Firenze
Florence was founded as a Roman garrison town in 59 BCE, later becoming a powerful medieval commune. Its golden age came under the Medici family in the 15th–16th centuries, when Brunelleschi, Michelangelo and Leonardo reshaped art and architecture. The historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site, dense with Renaissance palazzi, bridges and piazze that still function as everyday public spaces. Today’s Florence is a city of 380,000 residents, balancing mass tourism with a thriving university and artisan economy. The Duomo, Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio remain the core draw, but the Oltrarno neighbourhood offers a more local pace.
Best Time to Visit
Full Firenze guide →Best months
May and September offer warm sunny days (22–27°C) with lighter crowds than midsummer, and the city’s gardens and terraces are open. October is also good — cooler but still pleasant, with fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak, driven by European school holidays and the heat. Hotel prices at Tre Gigli typically double from the June rate. The main events are the July fireworks for San Giovanni (24th) and the August Ferragosto (15th), when many locals leave town but tourist numbers stay high.
Budget shoulder season
Late October through November sees the biggest discounts — rooms at Tre Gigli can drop 30–50% from August. The weather is mild (12–18°C) but wetter, and queues at the Uffizi and Accademia are short.
Weather & packing
Florence in early July is hot and dry, with afternoon highs often 35°C+ and very little breeze. Pack light linen or cotton, a sun hat, and comfortable walking shoes — no open-toe sandals for serious sightseeing.
Live City Briefing — Firenze
- New car-free zone in the city centre: from April 2026, restricted traffic hours expanded to 10:00–20:00 daily in the ZTL (limited traffic zone), with camera enforcement. If you drive, check your hotel’s permit or park outside.
- Uffizi Gallery now requires online pre-booking at least three days ahead in summer; same-day tickets are almost never available in July. Book directly via the official B-Ticket system.
- Construction on the tram line extension to the airport continues — the T2 line runs every 5 minutes from Santa Maria Novella station to Florence Airport (Peretola), journey time about 20 minutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tre Gigli, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within reach if the lift is busy, and the courtyard side cuts traffic rumble from Via Palazzuolo.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on floor 1 (ground level) – these face the street directly and pick up the worst of the pedestrian and traffic noise. Also avoid any rooms near the lift shaft (typically central on each floor); the lift is old-style and can be clattery.
Best views
No great views here – the hotel sits on a busy commercial street. A courtyard-side room gives a blank wall or inner courtyard, but that’s quieter than the street view which looks onto a mix of shops, traffic and pavement activity.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above are the quietest – less street noise, less lobby chatter, and fewer early-morning luggage drags past your door.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Palazzuolo is a main through-route for taxis, buses and scooters – expect constant low rumble from 7am to 11pm, with peak noise around 8-9am and 5-7pm. The hotel's ground-floor lobby can echo; groups arriving late also add noise.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on floor 3 or 4, courtyard side, when booking – it’s the best chance of a decent sleep. 2. The lift is small and slow; if you’re on floor 2 or lower, take the stairs – it’s quicker and less hassle.
- 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 — Tre Gigli
Free throughout, no login required; speed around 25 Mbps download
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free digital access to PressReader via hotel tablets in lobby
Check-in 14:00–23:00. Early bag drop allowed from 09:00. Late check-out (until 12:30) costs €35; after 12:30 charged half-night rate
Free for check-in/check-out day; longer storage €5 per bag per day
No step-free access – main entrance has three steps. Wheelchair entry possible via side ramp (request in advance). Lift is standard size (fits a standard wheelchair). No adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Garage Santa Maria Novella (Via degli Avelli, 5 min walk) €30 per night (07:00–23:00). No EV charging on property
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5.50 per person per night (exempt for under-10s)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in (refundable if no extras)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Salvatore al Vescovo (155 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Cappella dei Principi (229 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Misericordia (338 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Cappella dei Magi (399 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
COIN — 844 m · ~11 min walk
Giardino Bardini — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Museo di Casa Martelli — 106 m · ~1 min walk
Auditorium al Duomo — 36 m · ~1 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Pulker Farma — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Sapori & Dintorni Conad — 203 m · ~3 min walk
Firenze Santa Maria Novella — 812 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for the best rate; avoid airport and tourist exchange bureaux that charge high commissions and poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; Visa/Mastercard preferred. Contactless and mobile pay common. Small bars or markets may prefer cash.
Not expected but appreciated; round up the bill or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at the bar counter: around €1.10-1.30. Sitting down at a table doubles the price.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: €5-8. A daily lunch menu at a trattoria: €12-15.
A main pasta or pizza course in an ordinary trattoria: €10-15. Total meal with drink: €20-25.
Mercato Centrale (indoor food hall) or the San Lorenzo market area for cheap bites; also the streets around Piazza Santo Spirito for evening food stalls.
Conad, Carrefour Express, and Coop are common budget supermarkets in central Florence.
Chain stores like Zara, H&M, and OVS on Via de' Calzaiuoli; also the San Lorenzo outdoor market for leather goods and souvenirs.
Cheapest way: walk. Single bus/tram ticket (ATAF): €1.70. Day pass: €5.00. From Florence airport (FLR): tram T2 to city centre, ticket €1.70.
Buy water at supermarkets or fill from public fountains (fontanelle) – avoid €3 bottled water at stalls. Skip sit-down coffee – drink at the bar counter. Book major museum tickets online to avoid queues and extra fees.
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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 Tre Gigli
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 119 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Pulker Farma — 142 m · ~2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Tre Gigli?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within reach if the lift is busy, and the courtyard side cuts traffic rumble from Via Palazzuolo.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tre Gigli?
Steer clear of rooms on floor 1 (ground level) – these face the street directly and pick up the worst of the pedestrian and traffic noise. Also avoid any rooms near the lift shaft (typically central on each floor); the lift is old-style and can be clattery.
Is Tre Gigli noisy?
Via Palazzuolo is a main through-route for taxis, buses and scooters – expect constant low rumble from 7am to 11pm, with peak noise around 8-9am and 5-7pm. The hotel's ground-floor lobby can echo; groups arriving late also add noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Tre Gigli?
No great views here – the hotel sits on a busy commercial street. A courtyard-side room gives a blank wall or inner courtyard, but that’s quieter than the street view which looks onto a mix of shops, traffic and pavement activity.
What are insider tips for staying at Tre Gigli?
1. Request a room on floor 3 or 4, courtyard side, when booking – it’s the best chance of a decent sleep. 2. The lift is small and slow; if you’re on floor 2 or lower, take the stairs – it’s quicker and less hassle.
What time is check-in at Tre Gigli?
Check-in at Tre Gigli is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tre Gigli have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout, no login required; speed around 25 Mbps download
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tre Gigli?
€5.50 per person per night (exempt for under-10s)
Where can I eat cheaply near Tre Gigli?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery: €5-8. A daily lunch menu at a trattoria: €12-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tre Gigli?
Cheapest way: walk. Single bus/tram ticket (ATAF): €1.70. Day pass: €5.00. From Florence airport (FLR): tram T2 to city centre, ticket €1.70.
When is the best time to visit Firenze?
May and September offer warm sunny days (22–27°C) with lighter crowds than midsummer, and the city’s gardens and terraces are open. October is also good — cooler but still pleasant, with fewer tourists.
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.