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Hotel Alba PalacevsSanta Maria Novella Hotel
Both hotels are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Santa Maria Novella Hotel ranks marginally better than Hotel Alba Palace. Santa Maria Novella Hotel comes in at #32 in Florence with praise from 6 reviews such as DK Eyewitness, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Alba Palace
Star Service
Oyster
Michelin Guide
Via della Scala, 22/38r, 50123 Florence
From $60/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
"This is an affordable, family friendly hotel that provides comfortable accommodations and a convenient location just two short blocks from the train station and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella." Full review
Mid-Range
"In a convenient location near Santa Maria Novella Station, the mid-range Hotel Alba Palace is a mid-range hotel is walking distance to several of Florence’s top attractions." Full review
3 Stars
"This is one of the world's greatest museums." Full review
Santa Maria Novella Hotel
Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Oyster
The Telegraph
Piazza Santa Maria Novella 1, 50123 Florence
From $106/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
"Welcoming... Enjoy superb views of this magical city from the hotel's delightful panoramic terrace."
"The bland exterior of this excellent four-star choice gives no hint of the spacious and elegant rooms within." Full review
"Furnished in Empire style, this superb hotel couples grandeur with tranquility. Standard doubles overlook Via delle Belle Donne, while the superiors face Santa Maria Novella and the Piazza."
"This hotel's tasteful yet subdued eclectic flair captures the best of town house style, though its generously proportioned common areas give it a leg up." Full review
Upscale
"This luxury boutique hotel dating to the 19th century has elegant decor and a focus on art." Full review
8.0
"This four-star hotel, with its unique rooms, helpful service, a cocktail bar, fitness room, sauna, and good breakfasts, holds its own." Full review