In the heart of downtown, Essence Hotel offers a comfortable stay with free in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the smoke-free premises and convenient luggage storage, while enjoying nearby attractions like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery.
Gallery of the Academy of Florence - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Peretola Airport (FLR) - 29 min drive
Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 11 min walk
Florence Statuto Station - 11 min walk
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 11 min walk
Fortezza Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop - 6 min walk
San Marco University Tram Stop - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Matto Matto - 5 min walk
Osteria Vecchio Cancello - 4 min walk
La Gratella - 4 min walk
Crown of India, Ristorante Indiano a Firenze - 6 min walk
TSH bistrot - 3 min walk
About this property
Essence Hotel
When you stay at Essence Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Also, Central Market and Piazza del Duomo are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is only a short walk: Fortezza Tram Stop is 5 minutes and Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop is 6 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Free local calls
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Also known as
Essence Hotel Inn
Essence Hotel Florence
Essence Hotel Inn Florence
Frequently asked questions
Does Essence Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Essence Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Essence Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Essence Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Essence Hotel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Essence Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What's the area around Essence Hotel like?
Essence Hotel is a short 5-minute walk from Fortezza Tram Stop and 12 minutes' walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella.
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Reviews
Essence Hotel Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
10
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2026
Clean and good location
Shu-Chen
Shu-Chen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Best view in Florence for a great price.
Howard
Howard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 Jan 2026
Very good staff and location
Arjay
Arjay, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2025
Nice, clean, big room and friendly staff.
Eui Jin
Eui Jin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2025
Very nice and great hotel , oustanding views to the Duomo and all of the city of Florence, room was impecable , very clean, espacious , modern , great Location , very friendly and kind staff that made our Florence experience great ,will definarelly recomend it
Claudia
Claudia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2025
Easy to walk to the city center and safe. Staff are nice and helpful. The room is clean and room service is also good. Recommended.
Ayse
Ayse, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Oct 2024
It is very well located, the staff is very attentive and the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Lucca was absolutely amazing, so friendly approachable and helpful and gave some amazing recommendations! In a great location close enough for a stroll to the duomo in about 10-15 minutes. Hotel so clean and rooms lovely and spacious.
Olivia
Olivia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Sept 2025
I stayed at the Essence for 3 nights. I received a free upgrade from Raffaella when I checked into the hotel. She was very helpful and made a dinner reservation for us. The hotel was clean and in a good location. My room was also very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Ruben
Ruben, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2025
Great small hotel close to centre of Florencr
Very comfortable, clean, well equipped small hotel. Conveniently situated for exploring Florence on foot.
Quirky old fashioned lift.
Definitely recommend
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
Beautiful property near dining within walking distance. Quiet and safe.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 May 2025
Great attentive staff. Clean room and location. Good service recovery when needed. Thanks!
Zhi
Zhi, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Mar 2025
Essence hotel makes good sense
We had a great stay at the Essence Hotel. It is in a quieter part of town but still close to everything. The room we stayed in was clean and modern. Most major attractions in Florence were within easy walking distance. We'd be happy to stay here again next time when we come back to visit Tuscany.
Yantian
Yantian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan 2025
All the staff was very helpful and accommodating.
The rooms were extremely clean, updated, and smell fresh. We would definitely stay with our family again.
Thank you for everything!!!!
Marcial
Marcial, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Sept 2024
Raffaella at the reception was one of the most wonderful people we have met on our entire trip. She helped us out with everything and was such a joy to be around. The place was incredible, brand new everything. Quiet and comfortable rooms. I would recommend to anyone to stay here
Tristen
Tristen, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Sept 2024
Lovely host, very welcoming and helpful. Modern, clean and spacious room with a beautiful view of the city. Very secure building. Would definitely return.
Grete
Grete, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
21 Jan 2025
Small but clean and nice. only issue was elevator wasnt always working
Kimberly
Kimberly, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Oct 2024
Property centrally located, park/city view, walking distance to important sights. Friendly welcoming. Totally ultra modern remodeling, floors, lightning, paint, bathroom fixtures (Atomic bidet! )
My experience is 5 star stay.
Ciao
Carlos
Carlos, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
29 Jun 2025
It was not hard to find the property. The room was nice and clean. However the property was in the middle of the building. It was somewhat hard to find the room. The elevator looked ancient and scary. It was so small that it was barely fit all our luggages.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Sept 2024
The property is hidden away in the streets of Florence. Not too far from the train station but about a 15 min walk to Florence centre. Staff, in particular Raphaella, were amazing, so friendly and helpful with giving recommendations and travel advice. The room was perfect, spotless clean and modern interior, it was our anniversary so they prepared a small surprise in the room with some Prosecco. It was a lovely stay and I would definitely come back!
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 Oct 2024
The hosts were wonderful and the rooms were pristine. The room view was also amazing. This is a new property so still some adjustments to be made. Front desk is available until 9:00 pm. Somehow didn’t feel like a hotel.. more like a boarding. I was assured that the surroundings were safe but some guys hung around all day on the park benches opposite the building and were pretty loud, well into the evening. Good for a short term stay.
Kelly Ann
Kelly Ann, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Sept 2024
We had the most incredible stay at Essence Hotel in Florence! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed warmly by Rafaella at the front desk. She went above and beyond to make our stay memorable, providing us with a map of the city and offering amazing recommendations for gelato and local food spots. Her suggestions really helped us make the most of our time in Florence!
The hotel itself is a gem. The facilities are modern, new, and absolutely immaculate. Every corner of the hotel feels fresh and well-kept. Our room was spotless and had all the comforts we needed after long days of exploring.
Location-wise, you can’t ask for better. The hotel is within walking distance of many of Florence’s main attractions, which made it so convenient for sightseeing. We were able to walk to the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and many other historic landmarks in just minutes.
I highly recommend Essence Hotel. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Florence!