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.
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Piazza del Duomo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Uffizi Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Ponte Vecchio - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Florence Airport, Peretola (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
Ooo - 3 min walk
Vecchio Cancello - 5 min walk
Trattoria La Gratella SRL - 4 min walk
Kungfu Ramen 功夫拉面 - 4 min walk
Indian Palace - 4 min walk
About this property
Essence Hotel
Essence Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Central Market and Gallery of the Academy of Florence. Also, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza di Santa Maria Novella are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Fortezza Tram Stop is 5 minutes and Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop is 6 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
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
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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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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite 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
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Free local calls
More
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 check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Policies
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, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
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 to 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 onsite 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 14 minutes' walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
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Essence Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2025
Pleasant stay
Small sized hotel on 2 floors located in a likely converted apartments
Cool and clean rooms
Friendly receptionist
Interesting/ archaic lift ☺️
Farzana
Farzana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 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 traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
It is very well located, the staff is very attentive and the rooms are very clean and comfortable.
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Florence
Nice quiet location on the park. 15 minute walk to Duomo.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Close to dining
Jose J
Jose J, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
Started in an access room which was at the rear of the hotel. En suite floods a little as no shower door. When we told them. They moved us to an upper floor room at the front. Amazing room and views. They also put out a light breakfast. Which was a welcome surprise. Great location too.
simon
simon, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2024
New and fresh hotel
Lily
Lily, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 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
8/10 Very good
Jan 21, 2025
Small but clean and nice. only issue was elevator wasnt always working
Kimberly
Kimberly, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 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
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 23, 2025
Vraiment top
Merci pour ce joli accueil, un hotel au top franchement, genial pour les familles. Je recommande vraiment cet hotel. Bien placé, proche du mercato central, et de la gare principal. GENIAL en photo la vue de notre chambre
nicolas
nicolas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2025
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Chelsea M
Chelsea M, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
Elsie
Elsie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 24, 2025
Lucio
Lucio, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2025
Todo estuvo perfecto. La atención y comunicación fue en todo momento con respuestas inmediatas. El hotel en una excelente ubicación y muy limpio
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
Der Ausblick war sehr schön. Auch der Park vor dem Hotel ist gut zum Ausruhen auf einer Bank. Leider war es Nachts und am Morgen zu laut. wir mussten deshalb die Fenster schließen. Aber trotzdem ist das kleine Hotel sehr zu empfehlen. Alles ist neu renoviert und modern.
Beate
Beate, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
anna
anna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
좋은 호텔
아주 깔끔하고 스텝들도 매우 친절함
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Execente
A estadia foi maravilhosa, desde a estrutura dos quartos até o atendimento do staff