Il Grillo di Firenze

Central bed & breakfast with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Florence

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Terrace/patio
Free daily buffet breakfast
Double Room, City View | Porch
Meeting facility
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Maragliano 69, Florence, FI, 50144
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 236 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Florence

Located in San Jacopino, Il Grillo di Firenze is within 2 miles (3 km) of popular attractions such as Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio. This 5-room bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to the convention center in central Florence and also close to Uffizi Gallery and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella.

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Uffizi Gallery - 11 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 12 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 12 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Buonsignori - Liceo Da Vinci Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Porta al Prato Station - 16 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolce Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Giotto pizzeria bistrot - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪I Templari - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Giulia di Boggi Fabio & C. SNC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪pizzeria biancaneve 2 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Il Grillo di Firenze

Central bed & breakfast with free breakfast connected to the convention center in Florence
At Il Grillo di Firenze, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Self parking is available for EUR 15 per day. A multilingual staff is on hand to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find LCD TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Memory foam beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies, sitting areas, and stovetops.

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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 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Living room
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Built in 2013

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per stay

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 6.00 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 15 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per stay

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 major credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 10 AM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number IT048017B4WKNAC9FH

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 major credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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 cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Il Grillo di Firenze
Il Grillo di Firenze B&B
Il Grillo di Firenze B&B Florence
Il Grillo di Firenze Florence
Il Grillo di Firenze Florence
Il Grillo di Firenze Bed & breakfast
Il Grillo di Firenze Bed & breakfast Florence

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Il Grillo di Firenze?

Il Grillo di Firenze provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Il Grillo di Firenze?

This bed & breakfast is situated in San Jacopino within a short 18-minute walk of Visarno Arena and also 18 minutes on foot from The New Florence Opera House. You'll also find Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Il Grillo di Firenze?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 15 per day.

Does Il Grillo di Firenze have a casino at the property?

No, Il Grillo di Firenze doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Il Grillo di Firenze?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Il Grillo di Firenze?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a memory foam mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Does Il Grillo di Firenze have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Il Grillo di Firenze have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Il Grillo di Firenze offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Il Grillo di Firenze allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Il Grillo di Firenze.

Does Il Grillo di Firenze have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

How far is the airport from Il Grillo di Firenze?

The closest major airport to Il Grillo di Firenze is Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR), which is 2.7 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Il Grillo di Firenze?

Yes, every guestroom at Il Grillo di Firenze comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring city or courtyard views.

Reviews

Il Grillo di Firenze Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 150 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 150 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 150 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 150 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 150 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lara and Lorenzo are ideally suited to run a B&B. They are friendly, caring and eager to provide excellent service. Lorenzo greeted us at check-in and spent a good chunk of time orienting us to the property and providing us with a map of Florence, including a comprehensive list of the opening/closing times of churches, museums, and other historical sites in the city. On alternating days, they prepared breakfast paninis for us. A table of yogurts, breads, fruit, snacks and granola offered lots of choice. Two cappuccinos each day for my wife got her motor running in preparation for our days exploring Firenze. They engaged in lively conversation with all occupants and made us feel at home. The elevator alone is worth checking out. The B&B is only a couple of minutes walk from the T2 tram which takes you to the rail station and onward into the city. Not many restaurants in the area - go to the center of the city for much more selection, but MAKE RESERVATIONS. If you're looking for a very central and comfortable place to recharge after checking out Florence, Il Grillo di Firenze is the place for you. Many thanks to Lara and Lorenzo for making us feel welcome and giving us some lasting memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little place

Stay was wonderful with great host. Was a little apprehensive about the elevator but, small elevators are the norm in Italy. This one was just a bit smaller.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Oluwadare

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host were kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lara was such a gracious host and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! I would recommend this place for easy access to downtown Florence while staying in a quiet and clean space!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My son and I really enjoyed our stay at the B&B. The owners go out of their way to help. We arrived late and they were there. We wanted to go to Mass and the owner called the church for me to check the times of service. Taking the tram into the city center is a short walk and an easy experience. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nina, Ketton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il Grillo is conveniently close to a tram stop to the city, being just far enough away to escape the hustle of central Florence. The breakfast available is more than enough, with very good coffee. The balcony had great views of the mountains, a lovely spot for an evening sit. The room was large enough for four people and the windows were soundproofed from the streets outside. Lara and Lorenzo were perfect hosts and very easy to chat with. They had lots of advice regarding the local area and how best to navigate around the city. They both clearly have a passion for ensuring their guests feel comfortable and at home. Thank you for a lovely stay and also for the wonderful leather bound books given as gifts! A last little touch, we had to leave for an early train on our final day, the hosts went out of their way to ensure that we had a packed breakfast box to take with us, a lovely gesture which we appreciated greatly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lorenzo and his wife Lara are amazing hosts. They give you an explanation of the city, the best ways to get around, and the best ways to save money. By the end of my one night / two day stay, they had me getting around Firenze like a local. They provided a delicious breakfast in the morning, which I enjoyed on the terrace with the beautiful Florentine cityscape around it. The room was functional, clean, and surprisingly spacious for my needs. Oh and the air conditioning on the property (and the rooms) works fantastic. Stay here if you get the opportunity!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This B&B is in a nice area. The tram stop is one block away, and is easy to use. The owners are so sweet. I highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasaswi Sri Sai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s 10min away from Santa Maria Novella station. The host was super amazing! We had a good visit overall
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ludwine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived to the B&B by tram from the Airport and Lorenzo helped me with Directions. I had a warm welcome from him as well. I only stayed one night, but the vibes and hospitality make me wish I stayed longer. I had forgotten a few things and I was able to grab it from a shop right downstairs. Which had from toiletries to shoes and snacks. I feel silly that Lorenzo's wife's name is escaping my memory as she was a delight to me on the second day. After checking-out, I had a remote work meeting and she let me take it on the premises before going on with my adventure. Breakfast was great, with plenty of wonderful quick options. I only had a coffee and a banana as I often skip breakfast, but there were plenty of great options to get you going for the day. Thank you for such incredible hospitality in such a great space. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kadir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Güzel bir deneyim oldu.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Spacious, clean room with a.shared balcony. Bathroom was small especially the shower stall. It will be challenging if you’re over 6 feet and 200 pounds - although not the smallest I’ve encountered in Italy. Location is in a quiet neighborhood about 4-5 tram stops (only 10 min) from the main train station - not walking distance to any tourist sites. B&B only has 4-5 rooms so breakfast is continental. Staff was friendly and helpful. Overall a good value, especially if you want to be a bit away from the hordes of tourists.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lara and Lorenzo were great hosts. Acquainted us with the area. Breakfast was varied and good. Beds were comfortable. Quiet. Very close to the tram.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect stay for our one night in Florence. The host was lovely, and took good care of us. There was a small issue with making payment by credit card due to internet connection, but it was worked out.

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Henderson

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were friendly, and helpful with ordering a cab, directions for the area and suggestions on places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Venus

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B in a beautiful area of Florence, close to downtown and at a walkable distance from a Mall and the University. Lara and Lorenzo go above and beyond to make you feel at home. Lara even prepared us takeout breakfast when we had to leave before breakfast time! It was my first time staying at a B&B and I was not disappointed. Thanks guys for your hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent in every way

We would definitely come back here and will refer this B and B to everyone we hear of going to Florence.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A convenient place to stay!

Lara, the owner greeted us on our arrival with a big smile that radiated warmth. The breakfast was a continental style with a ham and cheese panini. We enjoyed her company and that she was always there to answer questions and make suggestions. We stayed 12 great days.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Il Grillo was superb all around. The host, Lara, made checking in very quick and easy, reaching out prior to my arrival so that she would be available to meet me. She was extremely friendly, welcoming, and accommodating to my every need. I very much hope to have more hosts like her in the future as her demeanor alone made the stay worthwhile. Aside from that, the rooms were also very nice and as clean as can be. All of the amenities, i.e. the air conditioner, TV, and shower were quite modern and the breakfast was exemplary. The metro was only a brief 2 minute walk away and led directly to the city center in under 10 minutes, making the lack of restaurants and tourist attractions in the immediate surrounding area irrelevant. That being said, the neighborhood in which this property is located still had plenty of little stores and markets for a variety of needs. Overall, I can not recommend Il Grillo enough, it left absolutely nothing more to be desired for the price and I very much look forward to staying again on my next visit to Florence.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Judith, Durham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was extremely helpful. They accommodated my dietary needs for breakfast. It is very easy to get to by local train from the airport and also just a quit train ride to the historic areas of Florence. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022