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Hotel Alba Palace

3.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, steps from Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
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Reception
Front of property
Standard Double or Twin Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

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Via Della Scala 22, Florence, FI, 50123
  • Place, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponte Vecchio
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪10 min drive‬
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Quadruple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Quadruple Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Triple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Florence

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, Hotel Alba Palace is adjacent to Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Each of the 30 rooms at this 3-star hotel includes a minibar, a coffee maker, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piazza del Duomo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uffizi Gallery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 4 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fratelli Cuore - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osteria Pastella - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Dall’Oste - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Joshua Tree Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Grotta di Leo - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alba Palace

Hotel with a bar, steps from Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
A local mainstay since 1800, Hotel Alba Palace offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Valet parking is available for EUR 30 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls and litter boxes.
TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free minibar items, coffee makers, and video-game consoles are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (EUR 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1800
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance. This property is located in the limited traffic zone of Florence, which requires registration of license number and a fee of EUR 1 per entry.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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.

  • Covered valet parking fee: EUR 30 per day

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; cash is not accepted
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: 1 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number IT048017A1R9BEBWQP

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. Cash is not accepted. 

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.
  • Air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from November 01 to April 30 in accordance with national or local laws.
  • 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

Alba Hotel
Alba Palace
Alba Palace Florence
Alba Palace Hotel
Alba Palace Hotel Florence
Hotel Alba
Hotel Alba Palace
Alba Palace Hotel
Hotel Alba Palace Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Alba Palace?

Hotel Alba Palace offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Hotel Alba Palace?

This hotel is situated in Historic Centre of Florence, just steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. You'll also find Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Alba Palace?

Yes, covered valet parking is offered for EUR 30 per day.

Does Hotel Alba Palace include a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Alba Palace doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Alba Palace?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel Alba Palace a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar with some free items as well as a bar and proposal/romance packages.

Does Hotel Alba Palace have a hot tub?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel feature private indoor spa tubs.

Does Hotel Alba Palace have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Hotel Alba Palace doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Alba Palace allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free at Hotel Alba Palace and the property also provides food and water bowls and litter boxes.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Alba Palace?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Alba Palace?

The closest major airport to Hotel Alba Palace is Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR), which is 4.4 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Alba Palace?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Alba Palace.

Hotel Alba Palace Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Afaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, breakfast offering a lot of options and top location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George, Frisco

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with personality. I actually felt like I was back in time. Excellent location. We walked everywhere. And the train station is around the corner. So we came from Roma by train, walked to the hotel from the station. My 68 yo mother walked that distance with a carry-on, you can do it to :). Everything was clean. Had a safe inside large enough for laptop. We have one queen and one small bed. The small bed was not the most comfortable, but manageable. Air conditioning was working fine and you can control the temperature yourself from inside your room. Hot water, amenities, all there, nice. The restroom door is a sliding door, so is not like a regular door but it does the trick. I might be blind but only could find one electrical outlet. Luckily, I carry a power strip so I could charge, camera, battery, and phones, computer all at once. Breakfast was great. Also there is a free drink during happy hour. Nice. Can store bags before or after check in/out before you head out to your next destination. Very nice hotel. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Breakfast Buffet was fabulous - so many options which catered to all dietary needs such as gluten-free and vegan. Staff were so friendly and helpful, particularly with helping store luggage before check-in and after check-out.
Lobby Bar
Lobby Travel Information
Gluten-Free Breakfast Basket
Gluten-Free Breakfast Basket
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Afaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast selection is great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vatche, MONTREAL

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rossana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

parviz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place stay. Very close to main train station
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

jilene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

SUPERB BREAKFAST & LOCATION

Breakfast buffet
Breakfast buffet
Front of hotel
Single room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is a gem. It is under five minute walking from the Florence train station. The hotel staff was nice, the hotel was very clean, and had a very nice breakfast. Also good air conditioning.If you’re traveling with the family of four they offer a wonderful two story room that has a big queen size bed on the first floor and then upstairs a loft area with two twin beds. It is walking distance to all of the shopping and restaurants in Florence. They have a nice happy hour with a free drink on certain nights of the week, but always have some snacks and water available in the bar area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great time at my short stay at Hotel Alba Palace! The staff were welcoming and the room was spotless. I was pleased to be able to store my luggage there for a few hours after I checked out while I waited for my transportation to arrive. Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very clean. Good breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great experience. I was traveling with my husband and two children aged 11 and 14. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms are large. In fact, our bathroom had two sinks a bathtub and shower. The breakfast had a lot of options and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The biggest shout out and praise goes to Marco, who helped us out in a bind! Unexpectedly, our flights going home to the United States were canceled, and Marco helped us call our Italian airline to get us on a different flight. He also helped us find a hotel reservation in Rome and spoke Italian to the people there and that resulted in a reduced rate. This is a great place to stay, especially for a family. We stayed here at the end of our 14 day trip and really loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bhavesh

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This little hotel, just a block from the train station, is a quiet respite from the busy Florence scene. It is convenient to the sights, and provides a generous breakfast. It has an unusually large elevator and comfortable lounge areas in the lobby and third floor balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
A nice hotel with good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance from to train station.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel very close to the train station and the T2 tram from the airport. About a 10 minute walk to downtown Florence and the sights. Staff was very friendly and even held our luggage for us after check out before we could catch our train to Rome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025