Kursaal and Ausonia Hotel Florence
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Hotel Overview
Amazing Staff and Location
We chose the Hotel Kursaal Ausonia strictly on price, and jackpot! The staff was incredibly...
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bldbthmcg
- May 1, 2012
Great Location, Nice Room, Helpful and Informative Staff
The Kursaal and Ausonia hotel was a delightful spot from which to explore Florence, conveniently...
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Gryphonisle
- Nov 12, 2012
Boutique charm and homey comforts in the heart of Florence
"Experience Florence from the inside" is the motto of the Kursaal & Ausonia Hotel Florence. This boutique, family-run hotel makes its mission to provide a warm, comfortable home-away-from-home. Located in the historic city center, midway between the Duomo and central train station, the hotel is an ideal base for exploring all of Florence's treasures. Of particular note is the hotel's eco-friendly focus, with energy-saving systems designed to minimize its carbon footprint.Highlights
- Eco-friendly hotel with energy-saving systems
- Hands-on, professional staff deliver personal customer service
- Prime location: Near Florence's most impressive sites
Rooms
Find a warm, serene atmosphere inside the guest rooms of the Kursaal & Ausonia Hotel Florence. Like a traditional Florentine home, every room is unique in layout and furnishings. Some include a separate living room, while others offer a balcony overlooking the Duomo. All offer a blend of contemporary design and amenities, including air conditioning, satellite TV, Wi-Fi (fees apply), refrigerator, direct dial telephone, and laptop-size safe.
Features
Providing a home-away-from-home experience is the mission of the Kursaal & Ausonia Hotel Florence. This boutique, family-run property serves as an ideal base for exploring the majority of Florence's sites by foot.
The hotel also emphasizes personalized service. The hotel's owner is a qualified tour guide and prides herself on customizing sightseeing itineraries that speak to individual tastes and preferences, the ultimate convenience for those too busy to wade through one-size-fits-all guidebooks.
The hotel has a particular environmental consciousness that seeks to minimize its carbon footprint, a "go green" embrace that includes carefully designed water and lighting systems, biodegradable and eco-friendly cleaning products, and steam cleaning as its primary sanitation method.
Transportation
- Florence Airport (4.9 mi/6.6 km)
- Santa Maria Novella train station (0.2 mi/250 m)
Kursaal and Ausonia Hotel Florence Rooms
- Standard Single Room
- The hotel offers 2 types of rooms based on the size: Standard and Superior. Some of the Superior also have a comfortable living room, some look out on the Cathedral, other on the roofs of Florence and some others have private balconies. The atmosphere is warm and cosy with pieces of ancient furniture together with modern details. Bathrooms follow the same logic: spacious, functional and comfortable. Two of the superior rooms have bathtubs.
- Standard Double Room
- The hotel offers 2 types of rooms based on the size: Standard and Superior. Some of the Superior also have a comfortable living room, some look out on the Cathedral, other on the roofs of Florence and some others have private balconies. The atmosphere is warm and cosy with pieces of ancient furniture together with modern details. Bathrooms follow the same logic: spacious, functional and comfortable. Two of the superior rooms have bathtubs.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- General
- Pets allowed
- Dining
- Room service
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Firenze, Via nazionale, 24 City center Italy
- Nearby airports
- International Airport: amerigo vespucci (firenze) Closest Public Transport: Santa Maria Novella railway station; Autostradale-bus station; Florence Airport shuttle station; Pisa Airport shuttle station.
- Area description
- City center. 10 min walk from: - the railway station; - Accdemia Gallery; - Santa M.Novella; - San Lorenzo Market; - Fair and congress center; - Fortezza da Basso and 20 min walk from the most important monuments and museums. By car From the Firenze Nord exit follow for the city center (centro). When you get to Fortezza da Basso, take Viale Spartaco Lavagnini and turn right at the first traffic light on Via Santa Caterina d'Alessandria. After the square with trees (Piazza Indipendenza), Via Nazionale starts, our hotel is on the left at number 24 (black). From the Firenze Sud exit follow for the city center. Once you get to Piazza della Libertà take Via Lorenzo Il Magnifico: at the first traffic light turn left on Via Poliziano and continue until you get to Via Santa Caterina d'Alessandria. After the square with trees (Piazza Indipendenza), Via Nazionale starts, our hotel is on the left at number 24 (black).
Nearby points of interest
- Mercato Centrale: 0.1 mi
- Basilica di San Lorenzo: 0.2 mi
- Medici Chapels (Cappelle Medicee): 0.2 mi
- Galleria dell'Accademia: 0.3 mi
- Laurentian Library (Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana): 0.3 mi
- Museo di San Marco: 0.3 mi
- Church of Santa Maria Novella: 0.3 mi
- Santa Maria Novella Train station: 0.3 mi
- Duomo - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore: 0.4 mi
- Piazza del Duomo: 0.4 mi
- Giotto's Bell Tower (Campanile di Giotto): 0.4 mi
- Duomo Museum (Museo dell'Opera del Duomo): 0.4 mi
- Basilica di Santa Croce: 0.4 mi
- Centro Storico: 0.5 mi
- Piazza della Repubblica: 0.5 mi
- Mercato Centrale: 0.1 mi
- Basilica di San Lorenzo: 0.2 mi
- Medici Chapels (Cappelle Medicee): 0.2 mi
- Galleria dell'Accademia: 0.3 mi
- Laurentian Library (Biblioteca Medicea Laurenziana): 0.3 mi
- Museo di San Marco: 0.3 mi
- Church of Santa Maria Novella: 0.3 mi
- Santa Maria Novella Train station: 0.3 mi
- Duomo - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore: 0.4 mi
- Piazza del Duomo: 0.4 mi
- Giotto's Bell Tower (Campanile di Giotto): 0.4 mi
- Duomo Museum (Museo dell'Opera del Duomo): 0.4 mi
- Basilica di Santa Croce: 0.4 mi
- Centro Storico: 0.5 mi
- Piazza della Repubblica: 0.5 mi
- Museo di Palazzo Davanzati: 0.5 mi
- Museo Nazionale del Bargello (Bargello Museum): 0.6 mi
- Piazza della Signoria: 0.6 mi
- Uffizi Gallery (Galleria degli Uffizi): 0.7 mi
- Corridoio Vasariano: 0.7 mi
- Sinagoga di Firenze e Museo ebraico: 0.7 mi
- Museo Galileo - Institute and Museum of the History of Science: 0.7 mi
- Pitti Palace: 0.7 mi
- Boboli Gardens: 1 mi
- Piazzale Michelangelo: 1.2 mi
- Museo Stibbert: 1.3 mi
- Basilica di San Miniato al Monte: 1.5 mi
- Baptistry (Battistero): 43 mi
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1400
- Check-out:
- 1030
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (17)
Ratings and reviews for Kursaal and Ausonia Hotel Florence
- All travelers (17) 4.1 / 5
- Couples (7) 4.1 / 5
- Families (2) 3 / 5
- Friends (3) 4 / 5
- Singles (2) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.2
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 3.6
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 4
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Would recommend
1st time in Europe
Bigger & better than expected, with bath
Much nicer than we expected, as it was large, had a private bathroom (definitely a plus compared to other places we stayed), was kept clean, had big comfortable beds, had an in-room safe, offered a decent breakfast, and had friendly staff. Window was facing a busy(er) street, but it was cold and cloudy when we were there so the closed windows kept us from noticing. And while the TV only changed channels in one direction, we weren't there to watch more than the weather report in the morning news.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Florence has a small city center, so even the long walk to the train station and bus depot isn't too bad. There is an internet point across the street that was convenient but still cost a lot of euros. Be aware that the laundromat a block away charges 7 euros a load.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
prims79
Great location at affordable price
The hotel staff was extremely polite and helpful. The location was perfect since it was close to all the tourist sights and train station. The breakfast buffet was okay - with not much selection. Although not fancy, the room was comfortable. Would definitely visit again and recommend to anyone looking for affordable hotel near the local attactions.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Torc
Florence 23 September-29 September 2009
Typical size for a mid-budget Italian hotel. Traveling with my father, we stayed at six hotels in five Italian cities on this trip, all in roughly the same price range. At first they had us booked in a reasonably-sized double (one bed), but since I had requested two twins, they immediately moved us to a larger room with a double (two twins pushed together) and another bed against a different wall. This worked very well for us. Power outlets were abundant and the air conditioner, although noisy, didn't bother us. I have traveled a lot (usually on a tight budget) and have reasonable expectations for what a European hotel room and bathroom will look like. My dad has traveled very little and was on a larger budget with very American expectations. I was happy with just about everything; he was displeased with the size of the showers, condition and choice of the television, and the choices for breakfast (standard continental - again, something I was used to getting). The neighborhood is very noisy, but the double-paned glass does keep most of the sound out. The position of the TV is also pretty odd.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
A few public internet stores are a block away. Their rates were €1.50 per hour vs. €1 per 15 minutes at the hotel.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
the nicest front desk staff in Florence!
This hotel, though not luxurious, is conveniently located and has the most helpful and friendly staff in Florence. We did not spend much time in our room, but when we did, it was cool and quiet and comfy.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Katilee, world traveller
I would stay there again.
The staff were helpful, the rooms clean, the view of the Duomo amazing, breakfast included-that saves a few euro-, location closes enough to walk to all the sites!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
The hotel is #24 in blue. Not red, which is a gelato stand.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
nice and helpful staffs,good price
nice and helpful staffs,good price to live in.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
philippe
quelques details sans trop d i
quelques details sans trop d importance.. bon petit dejeuner pris dans salle un peu petite. pas de tv5 à la télé. situe sur une rue passante ou on entend pas trop la circulation a 5 minutes du dome a pied. bref bon rapport qualité/prix à 42euros la double avec pdj
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4