Hotel St. James

2.0 star property
Hotel in Florence, near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

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Reception
Duplex, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Duplex, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Via XXVII Aprile 18, Florence, FI, 50129
  • Place, Fortezza da Basso
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Duplex, 1 Bedroom

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room, Private Bathroom (External)

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Single Room

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Classic Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Superior Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Classic Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Florence

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, Hotel St. James is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. This 25-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and concierge services.

What's nearby

  • Fortezza da Basso - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gallery of the Academy of Florence - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • San Marco University Tram Stop - 5 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 10 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Rainer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fuoco Matto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪1950 American Diner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KUNGFU RAMEN 功夫拉面 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nab Firenze - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel St. James

Hotel in Florence, near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Hotel St. James features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Self parking is available for EUR 30 per day. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Safes, phones, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 30 per day)

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel St. James?

Hotel St. James offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Hotel St. James?

This hotel is situated in Historic Centre of Florence within a short 10-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and also 12 minutes on foot from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. You'll also find Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Signoria less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel St. James?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 30 per day.

Does Hotel St. James have a casino at the property?

No, Hotel St. James doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel St. James?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Hotel St. James have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel St. James feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel St. James doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel St. James allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs stay free at Hotel St. James and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Hotel St. James have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel St. James?

The closest major airport to Hotel St. James is Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR), which is 4.6 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel St. James?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel St. James.

Hotel St. James Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 196 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Uthayaruban

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul Antonio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location. Rooms were ckean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was spacious and adequate for four people. Staff was amicable and room was overall clean. Location was very central and we walked to the Duomo in ten minutes. One unexpected issue was that it was tricky to get to the hotel by car due to the restricted zones you aren’t allowed to drive into. And, once you get to the hotel, it turns out that parking is located at another hotel. Not far (maybe two blocks away) but, again, tricky to get to and would have been nice to know from the get-go. Also, during the second/last night the A/C broke. E think it was something to do with the fan as it started banging so loudly that all four of us woke up around 2:15 or so. We had to turn it off completely (hello stuffiness and heat) and for the next hour it continued to make noises every two or so minutes. I didn’t go back to sleep until 5:45am…. With a 6:15am wake, that was really inconvenient. Probably nobody’s fault, but very unfortunate. Interestingly, my SIL told me later that their fan didn’t work either…she stayed in the same hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hobel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JOSE RAUL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
They charged a city fee but according to Hotels.com my reservation included all the taxes and fees.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauricio

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The entry was less than inviting. If the room was painted and furniture cleaned would help make it more presentable. Felt old and dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hundreds-years-old building is tired—in need of sprucing up. But our 2 rooms were fantastic! 4 stars for the stylish, spacious and super clean rooms. Easy walk to everything too. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alma

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was great, however, I did not see the rating of 2 before I booked. I prove my would not have booked it. Although clean and a great location,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Wei-Chuan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
convenient location. clean but could be cleaner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

thx
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josefa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
NOS ENCANTO EL HOTEL ESTA MUY CENTRICO, FUERON MUY AMABLES MUY LIMPIO, LIMPIABAN LA HABITACION DIARIO SIN FALTA, CERCA DE LA ESTACION CENTRAL DE TRENES, CERCA DE TODO EL CENTRO Y RESTAURANTES. MUY RECOMENDADO
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jong Soo

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Chi Cheong

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary-Jo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is tired! When you enter off the street it feels dirty, although our room was clean. I would not recommend this hotel, since it is expensive for the quality and condition of the building.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not sure why it's only rated as a 2 star. We stayed for 1 night with 2 rooms. It was very comfortable and super clean. Our rooms were very large, had a fridge, desk, etc. I would have no concern staying there again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Traveled with family
It was confusing on locked doors to the elevator and stairs after hours
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

nelson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff were friendly and helpful with guidance. Being able to stow our luggage was a big help for our last day. The only changes I would suggest are, Have a light handy for the stairs at night. A fan to move the air better in the loft area.(from some one used to sleeping with a fan)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was centrally located and very walkable to different sights. The staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was shocked the minute I entered the room, the room is really small and outdated .. it is really highly priced for it’s condition, the fan grill in the washroom was super disgusting the towel dryer was rusted , outlets were loose so you had to actually support the sockets to keep charging…
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Houston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the hotel was very nice. We had a quadruple room and it was large and comfortable. The hotel is close to the train station which is nice if you are traveling by train. The hotel is located a few blocks away from the extremely touristic areas of town, which was nice. However, there are several restaurants and shops close by. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024