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Academy HostelvsSina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection
Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection and Academy Hostel are both highly recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection ranks significantly better than Academy Hostel. Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection comes in at 87 with positive reviews from 8 publications including Star Service, The Telegraph and DK Eyewitness.
Academy Hostel
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Let's Go
Oyster
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Via Ricasoli 9, 50122 Florence
From $33/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
Rough Guide "Since opening in 2008, this modern hostel has won awards for its service and excellent facilities."
Frommer's "If a gated courtyard right in the center appears rather a grand address for a hostel, that is because this is no ordinary student traveler dive." Full review
Let's Go "Don’t wait another minute to make a reservation at this hostel—with only 30 beds and the best value in the neighborhood, it’s no surprise that Academy doesn’t have many last-minute vacancies." Full review
OysterBudget
"The 10-room Academy Hostel is a budget property close to the Duomo that's ideal for young travelers looking for a clean, affordable spot for exploring the city." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Wedged between Florence’s two most iconic monuments – David and the Duomo – the Academy Hostel’s location could hardly be better." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This classy 10-room hostel sits on the 1st floor of Baron Ricasoli's 17th-century palazzo." Full review
Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection
Insight Guides
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Star Service The Telegraph
Forbes Travel Guide
Fodor's Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Via Il Prato 42, 50123 Florence
From $191/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Insight Guides "With its huge bedrooms... this 18th-century villa-hotel offers every kind of comfort, and is in a good location near the station."
Travel + Leisure "Historic 18th-century palazzo with charming interiors near the Uffizi." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This 18th-century villa conversion is the only hotel within the city limits to have an open-air pool in its own gardens. Located by Porta al Prato, it is within walking distance of the centre of town."
Star Service "Once a slightly dour traditional address, the rightly-proud owners of this exceptional lodge have transformed it into the one of the most sophisticated addresses in the city." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The Sina Villa Medici is famous for hosting aristocrats and celebrities, from the Shah of Persia to Luciano Pavarotti, and exudes all the eclectic elegance of the Belle Époque." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"While it certainly is historic, the hotel has hard-to-find Florence perks, such as a lovely outdoor swimming pool and a gym." Full review
Fodor's "On the western side of the city center, this glamorous hotel built out of a 19th Century palace is a high-end escape away from the masses of tourists just a few blocks east." Full review
Frommer's "A very spacious, comfortable property with many touches that appeal to American tastes...room styles vary wildly from the dark colors and long lines of a contemporary look" Full review
Michelin Guide "The rooms and suites are, for the most part, contemporary in style as well, with occasional eclectic reminders of earlier periods...a rare outdoor pool anchors the villa’s wellness offerings" Full review
