Cosy hotels for a quiet night's sleep in Florence
Calm, restful stays away from noise and crowds, good for a relaxing weekend. We've scored 45 cosy hotels for a quiet night's sleep in Florence; Hotel La Gemma leads at 7.0/10. Ranked by cosy score.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked away on a quiet side street yet steps from the Duomo, this family-run boutique hotel wins hearts through the warmth of its named staff, Gian Luca, Nenad, Viridiana and others, emerald-green décor, beautifully appointed suites, fluffy towels, and breakfasts served at a Michelin-starred restaurant, all combining to create a stay that feels, as multiple guests put it, less like a hotel and more like a home.
- Florence, Italy
Staying at Tre Gigli feels less like checking into a B&B and more like being welcomed into a Florentine home, where host Fernanda sits you down at the kitchen table with a map, marks out her favourite hidden corners of the city, makes you coffee on arrival, and has stocked the lavishly decorated, vintage-furnished rooms, including the much-loved Sun Room, with thoughtful touches from snack bowls to filtered drinking water, all just five minutes' walk from Santa Maria Novella station.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the Tuscan hills just fifteen minutes from Florence, this intimate 14th-century villa, with only seven rooms, tastefully furnished with antique pieces, immaculate bathrooms, and a serene saltwater pool, wins repeated devotion through its attentive staff, notably Francesca, Emiliano, and Carolina, who anticipate guests' needs with quiet efficiency, and a breakfast that, though modest in scale, leaves little wanting.
- Florence, Italy
Hotel Kraft achieves a warm, intimate atmosphere through exceptionally attentive staff who know guests by name and remember their preferences, combined with a characterful rooftop breakfast terrace overlooking Florence and comfortable rooms with high ceilings and balconies, though smaller room sizes and occasional maintenance issues prevent it from reaching the highest cosiness tier.
- Florence, Italy
Guests are won over by the warmth of hosts Florence and Olivier, the garden terrace breakfasts made with locally grown produce, the restful pool and well-appointed rooms, and the easy five-minute stroll into the heart of Mont-de-Marsan, all presided over by the much-petted house dog, Griotte.
- Florence, Italy
Housed in a 13th-century tower at the heart of Florence, this historic hotel wins devoted guests through the warmth of named staff, Nadine, Nirvan, and Giuseppe among them, sunlit junior suites with views of the Palazzo Vecchio, Chef Tomasso's celebrated breakfasts, a lobby bar where a resident cellist plays beside exceptional cocktails, and a calm, elegantly maintained atmosphere that leaves most guests feeling, as one put it, like returning to one's own home after a day in the city.
- Florence, Italy
A short stroll from Palazzo Pitti, this art-filled Florentine B&B in an ancient palazzo charms with beamed ceilings, parquet floors, spacious rooms with large modern bathrooms, and Fabio's multilingual, attentive hospitality, crowned each morning by a lovingly prepared breakfast served in a green, oasis-like garden.
- Florence, Italy
Presided over by the warmly attentive Silvia and Leonardo, this family-owned Florentine villa charms with spacious, light-filled rooms boasting wooden floors and shutters, a cosy breakfast room where fresh-baked buns, real coffee, and a generous spread await each morning, and a peaceful walled courtyard perched above the city, all just a short walk or bus ride from Porta Romana.
- Florence, Italy
The villa's gardens, olive groves and attentive staff create moments of warmth and retreat, though small rooms and mixed maintenance reports suggest the intimacy is more about setting than consistently thoughtful interior design.
- Florence, Italy
Just a three-minute stroll from the Duomo on a quiet Florentine street, this warmly run B&B wins hearts through host Andrea's tireless personal touches, from homemade tiramisu and Italian pastries at breakfast to helping guests book restaurant tables and train tickets, all in beautifully renovated rooms with notably spacious bathrooms, a terrace for morning coffee, and the resident dog Lola lending the whole place the easy comfort of a private home.
- Florence, Italy
This convent guesthouse achieves real cosiness through its caring sisters, tranquil garden oasis steps from the Duomo, and unpretentious monastic simplicity, though cramped rooms, thin walls, and basic facilities prevent it from reaching the warmest tier.
- Florence, Italy
Perched beside the Arno with a rooftop terrace offering sweeping views over Florence, this intimate, all-white hotel wins hearts through its attentive staff, Fabio and Adriana among them, a generous breakfast of fresh pastries and varied spreads, complimentary afternoon snacks, an honesty bar, and softly lit communal spaces where dimmed lights and quiet music lend the whole place a quietly romantic, unhurried warmth.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked quietly just outside Florence's centre, this small, spotlessly kept hotel wins hearts with its beautiful inner courtyard, a shaded retreat of lounge chairs where guests decompress after days in the city, alongside a carefully curated breakfast, comfortable rooms, and warmly attentive staff who make arrivals feel immediately at home.
- Florence, Italy
Rossella's spotless, spacious rooms, including a comfortable blue room with an en-suite, are matched by her warmly hospitable welcome and a breakfast table laden with homemade cakes, fresh brioches, and fruit salad, all in a quiet neighbourhood just minutes from a tram into the heart of Florence.
- Florence, Italy
A recently renovated little hotel on the outskirts of Florence, praised by guests for its stylish interiors, cosy bar, pretty inner courtyard where breakfast is served al fresco, a small pool, young and attentive staff, and a bus stop just 200 metres away connecting you to the historic centre in under half an hour.
- Florence, Italy
Presided over by the warm-hearted Marco, Manuela, and Roberto, this family-run Florentine hotel charms with its soaring-ceilinged rooms, step-out balconies, and a reception-bar where barista-made cappuccinos and a generous spread of fresh fruit, pastries, and prosciutto set guests up each morning before the short stroll to the Duomo.
- Florence, Italy
Clean, comfortable rooms overlooking a quiet courtyard, a breakfast worth lingering over, a small pool for afternoon respite, and staff whose warmth and attentiveness made even weary families with young children feel perfectly looked after, though early risers should note the breakfast service starts no sooner than seven o'clock.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the heart of Florence just minutes from the Duomo, this family-run residenza charms with spacious, fresco-painted rooms boasting high ceilings and antique décor, attentive staff, Christina in particular, who will wait up late for arriving guests and arrange birthday sparkling wine without being asked, and a fresh breakfast of pastries, cold cuts, fruit, and made-to-order cappuccino that sets you up beautifully for a day on foot.
- Florence, Italy
Hotel Silla trades on attentive, warm staff who remember returning guests and a leafy terrace breakfast setting that feels neighbourly rather than corporate, though the rooms themselves are described only as clean and comfortable rather than characterful or distinctly charming.
- Florence, Italy
A welcoming, family-run Florentine bolthole where the warm-hearted hosts greet arrivals with coffee, carry luggage up the stairs, and remain just a WhatsApp message away, all within easy walking distance of the Duomo, though travellers should know the building's character is decidedly rustic rather than polished, and the rooms vary considerably in size and comfort.
- Florence, Italy
A spacious, well-lit B&B in the heart of old Florence where the attentive owner Valentino greets every arrival with a city map, restaurant tips, and unhurried personal guidance, the generously sized rooms are quietly tucked away from the bustle outside, and breakfast, served with cold cuts, cheese, eggs, fresh fruit, and a spread of pastries, sets guests up handsomely for a day's walking to the Duomo and beyond.
- Florence, Italy
A well-kept, modern room in a quietly connected corner of Florence, where host Roberto greets you with warmth and small welcoming touches, biscuits and sweets on arrival, a borrowed umbrella when needed, and where waking to cats outside the window adds an unexpectedly charming note to a clean, comfortable stay.
- Florence, Italy
The rooftop terrace with its sweeping views over Florence's rooftops and the Duomo, best enjoyed with a self-assembled picnic and a glass of wine at sunset, is the heart of this clean, unpretentious, centrally located hotel, where staff members like Marco, Mario, and Giovanni go well beyond the desk to hand-draw maps, carry luggage up sixty-odd stone steps without complaint, and even accompany guests to hospital, making up handsomely for rooms that are compact, thin-walled, and occasionally showing their age.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the heart of Florence on the fourth floor of a grand city-centre building, Residenza Gambrinus wins guests over with soundproofed, well-appointed rooms, a complimentary bottle of local Chianti on arrival, lobby espresso and water, and the sort of attentive, map-in-hand service from staff like Franco and Sylvia that makes navigating the city feel effortlessly personal.
- Florence, Italy
Hosted with disarming warmth by Marco, who greets every arrival with a hand-marked city map, restaurant tips, and unhurried local knowledge, this unpretentious Florentine B&B in the peaceful San Frediano neighbourhood offers clean, simply furnished rooms, a shared kitchen, and breakfast of coffee and croissants at the café across the road, all within a pleasant twenty-minute walk of the Ponte Vecchio.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into a neighbourhood still lived in by Florentines, this quietly run guesthouse earns its warmth through owner Riccardo's hotel-trained attentiveness, thoughtful touches like complimentary shampoo, a washing machine, a loaner umbrella in the rain, and prompt replies to late-night messages making it, for at least one seasoned Florence visitor of seventeen years, a top-three stay in the city.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into a lively street in the heart of Florence within easy reach of the Duomo and Santa Maria Novella station, the Accademia offers classically decorated, quiet rooms and a well-regarded breakfast, though some guests have noted worn furnishings and maintenance issues that temper the overall experience.
- Florence, Italy
Hotel Golf offers friendly, attentive service and a satisfying breakfast, but is undermined by inconsistent room conditions, some guests praise cleanliness and comfort whilst others report broken blinds, insects, and dirty carpets, making it feel more like a convenient transit stop than a place of warmth and care.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked quietly above the lively Piazza Santo Spirito, this well-priced B&B wins guests over with spacious, cool rooms, a comfortable bed, and warmly attentive hosts like Filippo, who readily supplies restaurant tips, museum recommendations, and a booked taxi to send you on your way.
- Florence, Italy
Hotel Rapallo offers welcoming personal service, spotless comfortable rooms, and a proper breakfast experience in a quiet park-adjacent setting, but lacks the intimate character details, fireplaces, distinctive décor, warm lighting, natural materials, that would elevate it beyond a well-run, pleasant boutique hotel.
- Florence, Italy
A reliable, well-priced base on the outskirts of Florence, where comfortable, well-appointed rooms, a well-regarded breakfast buffet served by attentive staff, and a bus stop right outside the door make up for the distance from the centre with quiet surroundings and soundproofed doors.
- Florence, Italy
A compact, retro-styled hotel on a lively Florentine street, where attentive staff greet you with a warm smile at every turn, rooms are kept spotlessly clean, and a generous breakfast of cornetti, eggs, and cold cuts sets you up for a short stroll to the Duomo, though the narrow bathrooms and occasional organisational hiccups mean it suits a night or two rather than a longer stay.
- Florence, Italy
Perched directly opposite the Cathedral, this characterful hotel wins hearts with its balcony rooms framing the Duomo at dawn, a breakfast terrace where the church bells carry across the rooftops, attentive staff who sort dinner reservations and restaurant tips with cheerful ease, and the rather delightful touch of complimentary gelato available around the clock.
- Florence, Italy
A quietly positioned retreat a short stroll from Florence's centre, the Ariele wins returning guests with its cosy, well-kept rooms, a charming terrace garden, a satisfying breakfast spread, and staff whose warmth and helpfulness leave a lasting impression.
- Florence, Italy
A charming, owner-run bolt-hole steps from the Duomo, where a warm-hearted couple, known to hunt down soya milk for vegan guests and press complimentary breakfasts on Christmas travellers, more than compensate for rooms that are clean and comfortable rather than polished, and a terrace where guests linger over a glass of wine after long days walking Florence's historic streets.
- Florence, Italy
The Residenza's warmth stems from the two brothers' hands-on, empathetic management and the intimate, spotlessly maintained rooms that guests repeatedly describe as feeling like home, though its functional, hospital-adjacent character and lack of breakfast service keep it from reaching the highest cosiness tier.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked quietly away just three minutes from the Duomo, Hotel Brunelleschi wins consistent praise for its attentive staff, concierge Raphael and Sergio among them, well-appointed, peaceful rooms, and an excellent breakfast in a classy dining room, though a minority of guests have encountered maintenance and communication shortcomings that sit uneasily with the premium rates charged.
- Florence, Italy
A quietly charming small hotel on Florence's outskirts, the Alex wins returning guests with its renovated yet characterful rooms, excellent breakfast, warm and welcoming staff, and the pleasing bonus of a neighbouring bar where locals gather for their morning coffee, all within easy reach of the tram into the city centre.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked beside the Medici Chapel in the heart of Florence, this small, immaculately kept hotel wins guests over with its pretty internal garden, a beautifully decorated breakfast room, double-glazed windows that hush the lively neighbourhood streets, and attentive staff on hand around the clock.
- Florence, Italy
Hotel Roma trades on its prime piazza location and friendly service rather than intimate warmth, with guests praising the convenient position and helpful staff, though mentions of noisy plumbing, weak hairdryers, and street-level views of rough sleepers suggest a functional rather than characterful stay.
- Florence, Italy
Freshly renovated rooms, a well-regarded breakfast, and warmly attentive staff combine with a quietly situated ten-minute stroll from the city centre to make Il Malaspina a polished, comfortable base for exploring Florence's galleries and markets.
- Florence, Italy
Splendidly placed for exploring Florence's great landmarks on foot, this small, atmospheric hotel wins consistent praise for its warmly attentive staff, with Clara, Andreï, and Youssef singled out by name, and a notably varied breakfast served next door, complete with homemade cakes and excellent coffee, though a handful of guests found the standard rooms rather too modest for the four-star billing.
- Florence, Italy
Tucked into the lively Santa Croce neighbourhood, Le Contesse wins guests over with spotlessly kept rooms, a shared kitchen stocked with coffee and fresh water, morning croissants, and the sort of warm, unhurried helpfulness from hosts Abby and Marina, full of thoughtful local restaurant tips, that makes a clean, fairly priced bolthole feel far more welcoming than its modest size might suggest.
- Florence, Italy
Breakfast served by the warmly attentive Luca, a multilingual dining room run with quiet authority by Sabina, and comfortable if traditionally furnished rooms place this centrally located Florence hotel firmly in dependable four-star territory, though lighter sleepers should note that some rooms face the railway line.
- Florence, Italy
The staff, particularly a front-desk concierge singled out by name for welcoming guests like family, draw consistent praise, and a peaceful outdoor garden tucked within the city offers a welcome retreat, though worn corridor carpets, unreliable air conditioning, and inconsistent housekeeping standards mean the hotel falls some way short of the polished experience a discerning traveller might reasonably expect.
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