Your stay — Hotel Cimabue
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The Property — Hotel Cimabue
Hotel Cimabue sits on a quiet side street near Santa Maria Novella station, a 10-minute walk from the Duomo. The lobby is compact and functional, with terracotta floors and a reception desk staffed by brisk professionals — no frills, but clean and reliable. Rooms are small and simply furnished, some with views over a courtyard. This is a sensible base for budget-conscious travellers who plan to be out all day and just need a quiet room to sleep.
Chronicles of Florence
Florence was founded as a Roman settlement in 59 BC, and its grid street pattern still survives. The city became the heart of the Renaissance under the Medici family in the 15th century, funding Brunelleschi's dome for the Duomo and artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo. The historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a living gallery of palazzi, piazzas and churches. Today, Florence blends its monumental past with a modern role as a global tourist magnet, high-fashion shopping hub and university city.
Best Time to Visit
Full Florence guide →Best months
May and September: mild temperatures (20-25°C), long daylight, fewer crowds than summer peak, and typically settled weather for walking.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: scorching heat (often 35°C+), packed streets, hotel prices double. Festa di San Giovanni (24 June) and Pitti Uomo menswear trade fair (June and January) drive demand. Expect gridlock near the Duomo.
Budget shoulder season
October and March: cooler (10-18°C), lighter tourist numbers, hotel discounts up to 30%. Risk of rain, but galleries are quieter.
Weather & packing
Summers are humid and relentlessly hot with sudden thunderstorms. Pack: a reusable water bottle (you can refill at public fountains) and a thin scarf or shawl for visiting churches that ban bare shoulders.
Live City Briefing — Florence
- The tram line T2 now runs from the airport to the city centre in 20 minutes, making taxis less essential.
- The Uffizi Gallery requires pre-booked time slots in summer; 'skip-the-line' tickets often run out two weeks ahead.
- Many restaurants in the tourist core now charge a cover fee (coperto) of 2-3 euros per person — always check the menu before sitting down.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Cimabue, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 overlooking the internal courtyard if available — quieter, less street noise, and better natural light above the roofline. These upper floors are also further from the small lift's morning and evening traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor (European ground floor) facing the street — direct pavement-level noise from pedestrians, scooters, and early-morning deliveries. Also avoid rooms immediately next to the lift shaft on any floor; its small size means frequent cycling and audible motor hum.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on upper floors (3–4) have partial views over Florence's rooftops and occasional glimpses of the Duomo dome in the distance. Internal courtyard rooms trade view for peace. No guaranteed panorama at this star rating.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — above street-level hubbub, below any potential roof-terrace activity, and served by the lift but not heavily used by staff or guests arriving/leaving.
🔊 Noise notes
This hotel is on a central Florence street — expect light traffic (scooters, small cars) and pedestrian groups from around 7am until midnight. A nearby café starts its espresso machine and table-moving at 6:30am on weekdays. The small lift is moderately noisy in operation, especially when started from rest.
Insider tips
1) If you're a light sleeper, pack foam earplugs — the early-morning street-sweeping truck passes at 5am on alternate days. 2) Request a room facing the rear courtyard when booking; it's not guaranteed, but the reception team can often accommodate if you mention noise sensitivity at check-in.
- 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 Cimabue
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps down, requires room number and surname login on first connect.
One small lift (capacity 3 people) serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only historic sections.
No digital newsstand; physical Italian daily newspapers (La Repubblica, Corriere) at breakfast. The building is a 19th-century palazzo with original frescoed ceilings in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00, luggage drop anytime; late check-out until 12:30 for €30, after 12:30 charged half-night.
Free luggage storage at reception after check-out; no storage room but secure area behind the desk.
No step-free entrance; two steps at main door (portable ramp available on request). Lift fits a standard wheelchair; no specially adapted rooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Garage Lungarno (€35/night, 5 min walk). Public EV charging available at Parcheggio Sant'Ambrogio (€5 surcharge, 10 min walk).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: Mandatory city tax: €5.60 per person per night, max 10 nights, children under 10 exempt.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required 14 days before arrival; at check-in a credit card hold of €50 for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cappella dei Magi (544 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Cappella di San Luca (576 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Cappella dei Principi (631 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Compagnia di Sant'Antonio Abate (683 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
COIN — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Piazza della Vittoria — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Cenacolo Di Sant'Apollonia — 49 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Niccolini — 733 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 25 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacia Dott. BRIZIO MAZZEI — 54 m · ~1 min walk
Carrefour Express — 342 m · ~4 min walk
Firenze Santa Maria Novella — 935 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchange counters that add high fees or poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay are common in shops, cafes, and restaurants—keep some cash for small market stalls.
Tipping is not mandatory but round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service), leave small change for baristas and taxi drivers, and tip 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 counter costs around €1-1.50; avoid table service which adds a surcharge.
A filled panino or slice of pizza from a forno or rosticceria costs €5-8, often eaten standing or on a bench.
A pasta or pizza main in a trattoria runs €10-15; look for places off the main tourist drags.
Around the Mercato Centrale and San Lorenzo market area, you'll find schiacciata, lampredotto, and pizza al taglio stalls with meals for €4-7.
Budget supermarkets include Conad, Coop, and Lidl; Carrefour Express is common in the centre for top-ups.
The main shopping streets (Via dei Cerretani and surroundings) have international high-street chains; markets like San Lorenzo sell leather goods but bargain hard.
A single ATAF bus/tram ticket costs €1.50 valid 90 minutes; a day pass is €5. From the airport, the cheap option is tram T2 (€1.50) to the centre.
1. Pick up a picnic lunch from the Mercato Centrale indoor market rather than tourist restaurants. 2. Walk or use public transport – avoid €30+ horse-drawn carriage rides. 3. Buy a Firenze Card only if you plan to visit many museums in a short stay; otherwise pay per entry.
Good to know — Florence
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Emergency Contacts
FlorenceEuropean standard 112 works for all emergencies from a mobile. For fixed-line or text, dial 113 for police, 118 for ambulance, 115 for fire, and 116117 for out-of-hours medical help. Keep 112 set as a speed-dial in your phone.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Florence, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel Cimabue
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 25 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Dott. BRIZIO MAZZEI — 54 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Florence Airport (FLR) → Hotel David via Alamanni/Santo Spirito areas
💡 Newest eco-friendly tram system (opened 2019). Fast and cheap. Single journey €2, but get tourist passes to avoid repeat ticket purchases for hotel-to-attractions transit.
Florence Airport (FLR) to City Center / Local Transit → Hotel David and Florence City Center
💡 Buy a Carnet (10-journey ticket €14.50) or 48-hour tourist pass (€16.50) for all local buses. Airport coaches cheaper than taxi but slower with stops.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Hotel David, Florence
💡 Book pre-arranged transfers through your hotel to avoid inflated rates from unofficial taxis at airport rank. Expect traffic congestion during peak hours (8-10am, 5-7pm).
Florence Airport (FLR) Terminal 1 Train Station → Florence Santa Maria Novella Station, walking distance to Hotel David
💡 Most convenient and reliable option. Connect to local trams/buses from Santa Maria Novella. Hotel David is walkable (10 mins) from station in city center.
About Florence
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 Cimabue?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 overlooking the internal courtyard if available — quieter, less street noise, and better natural light above the roofline. These upper floors are also further from the small lift's morning and evening traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Cimabue?
Avoid rooms on the first floor (European ground floor) facing the street — direct pavement-level noise from pedestrians, scooters, and early-morning deliveries. Also avoid rooms immediately next to the lift shaft on any floor; its small size means frequent cycling and audible motor hum.
Is Hotel Cimabue noisy?
This hotel is on a central Florence street — expect light traffic (scooters, small cars) and pedestrian groups from around 7am until midnight. A nearby café starts its espresso machine and table-moving at 6:30am on weekdays. The small lift is moderately noisy in operation, especially when started from rest.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Cimabue?
Front-facing rooms on upper floors (3–4) have partial views over Florence's rooftops and occasional glimpses of the Duomo dome in the distance. Internal courtyard rooms trade view for peace. No guaranteed panorama at this star rating.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Cimabue?
1) If you're a light sleeper, pack foam earplugs — the early-morning street-sweeping truck passes at 5am on alternate days. 2) Request a room facing the rear courtyard when booking; it's not guaranteed, but the reception team can often accommodate if you mention noise sensitivity at check-in.
What time is check-in at Hotel Cimabue?
Check-in at Hotel Cimabue is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Cimabue have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps down, requires room number and surname login on first connect.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Cimabue?
Mandatory city tax: €5.60 per person per night, max 10 nights, children under 10 exempt.
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Cimabue?
A filled panino or slice of pizza from a forno or rosticceria costs €5-8, often eaten standing or on a bench.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Cimabue?
A single ATAF bus/tram ticket costs €1.50 valid 90 minutes; a day pass is €5. From the airport, the cheap option is tram T2 (€1.50) to the centre.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
May and September: mild temperatures (20-25°C), long daylight, fewer crowds than summer peak, and typically settled weather for walking.
Top Attractions in Florence
💡 Check the upstairs museum (€6) for the originals. The church itself is free and usually empty, so you can sit in peace - a rarity in central Florence.
💡 Skip the expensive upstairs pasta. Head to the ground floor's Nerbone for a €5 tripe sandwich or €4 bowl of lampredotto - a true Florentine lunch.
💡 Go just before sunset to see the city glow. Stay until the lights come on - it's far less crowded than during the day and the Duomo looks spectacular.
💡 Arrive at 5.15pm weekdays in summer to hear the monks sing Gregorian chant during vespers. It's a hauntingly beautiful experience, and free.
💡 Book ahead online (€6) - they limit visitors to 30 per 15-minute slot. If sold out, show up at opening and ask about returned tickets.