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Hotel · Florence

Hotel Davanzati

A warm, family-run three-star in a medieval building moments from Piazza della Repubblica, known for its hospitality.

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The verdict

Worth the stay for…

Great for
  • If you've only got a day
  • Couples
  • Solo travellers
Depends
  • Travellers on a budget
  • Families with kids
  • History & culture buffs
  • Local-life seekers
  • Anyone here to unwind
Not for

Worth it for if you've only got a day, couples and solo travellers.

The location trade-off

What you're near — and what you're not

Walkable
  • Piazza della Repubblica (a few minutes)
  • Duomo (5–7 min)
  • Ponte Vecchio (5 min)
Cut off from
  • Resort amenities — it's a small historic hotel
  • Step-free access can be limited in the older building
Rooms & rate

What you're paying for

Comfortable, traditionally furnished rooms in a restored medieval palazzo, including some larger family-friendly rooms; amenities are modest compared with the big hotels. The owners' hospitality and breakfast are the real selling points — book directly and ask about the larger rooms for more space.

Why we say this

Insider secrets & local vibes

A genuinely warm, family-run welcome in a historic central building — the kind of personal service big hotels can't match, at a fair price.
Not independently verified — estimated
It's an older building with smaller, more traditional rooms and limited amenities; don't expect five-star polish or space.
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What it feels like

Reading the room, traveller by traveller

  • Couples

    A friendly, well-priced central base when you'd rather spend on dinners and museums than the room.

  • Families

    Helpful hosts and a central location make logistics easy, though rooms run on the smaller side.

Good to know

Before you go

Cost
Mid-range value
Last verified
2026-06-17
Best time
Year-round; book ahead in high season
Getting there
Near Piazza della Repubblica; walk to all major sights
Booking
Direct or OTA
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