Garden Blue — Hotel in Florence

Probably the only reason this exists is because of the location. It's a hostel converted into a "hotel". The rooms are just big enough for the bed and a small desk. There are no lamps, just a giant bright overhead light. There's a small flat screen TV affixed to the wall at the foot of the bed which will crack you in the shoulder if you aren't careful when trying to squeeze your way between the wall and bed to get to the bathroom and are over 5'5" tall. There is an air conditioner, but it only goes to 22 degrees C. It will let you set it as low as you want but then will just go back to 22. The bed seemed somewhere around a queen size, maybe slightly bigger. It was not uncomfortable but it also didn't come with a blanket? Basically there was an extra sheet. There were 2 extra pillows in the cabinet, which was great because they were small and flat so two of them together worked. Our room came with 7 free gigantic mosquitos for us to chase around and smash. Our bathroom was big enough to stand in or barely big enough to sit and poop in a toilet that is designed to smear all the way down to the little puddle of nasty at the bottom. The shower is not big enough to move in at all without spraying the whole bathroom. There's only a water wand that has half of the nozzles clogged with god knows what, so it sprays in all directions at the same time. The floor in the shower is filthy. I would recommend wearing waterproof sandals if you're still thinking about staying here. Breakfast was fantastic as far as our experience with European breakfasts go. There is an assortment of things to eat, juices, coffee, yogurt, pancakes, and breads, etc. This is the best part of the whole stay, but it fills up quickly and starts a little late around 7am. There is a nice terrace outside you can eat at as well as long as you don't mind cigarette smoke. The hallways are LOUD at night when the people drinking come back in. There was a lot of yelling, shouting, laughing, and singing for several hours starting at about midnight. During the day there is a lot of kids screaming and playing because the hotel is directly next to a school or daycare. The hotel staff are a mixed bag, but all in all they seem to be embarrassed if not rude or hostile if you're wearing a face mask. The front desk folks are friendly enough but I got the distinct feeling the second we walked away they were talking about us behind our backs. But that seemed to be pretty normal everywhere in the city to be fair. They really don't like tourists, especially ones who don't want to catch COVID while traveling across Europe. At least they didn't go out of the way to cough in our faces like some people out in the city did (a surprising number of them). Location is great, it's a 10-20 minute walk to just about any of the big tourist attractions. Unfortunately there is a bunch of construction work on the streets nearby so it can be a little difficult to get a cab, but walking is pretty easy...

I had problems trying to find a hotel in Florence at short notice and ended up booking a room at this hotel. First I should explain that this hotel is on the second and third floor of a building. I was given a room by the stairs, which by the way are made of wood I think, so the noise of people going up and down was terrible. There is a lift, but it will only take you from the ground floor to the reception, so if you have a suitcase and you are given a room on the third floor, you have to drag it up the stairs, near to where my room was. ||My room was big enough, with 2 single beds, and a bathroom almost the same side of the room, painted in red! and very dark, even with the light on. The room and bathroom were clean and my linen and towels were changed every day. Breakfast was good, plenty of choice, eggs, cereal, fresh fruit, cheese, cold meat, etc. Unfortunately the reception area was dirty. There are 2 or 3 settees with a material cover, which has not been washed for some time.||The location of this hotel is excellent. 15 mns to the Duomo and 30 mns to the Ponte Vecchio. The guys at the reception were very helpful, polite and one of them, on the night shift, (regrettably I did not ask his name) never stopped smiling. Great service. Would I recommend this hotel? Yes but make sure you are giving a room away...

We recently had the pleasure of staying at Garden Blue Stay in Florence for four nights, and it was an absolute delight. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality that made us feel right at home. The check-in process was smooth and efficient, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful.

While the rooms may be on the smaller side, they are designed to be cozy and comfortable. The space is thoughtfully utilized, and the cleanliness was impeccable. Our room was meticulously maintained, with fresh towels provided daily.

One of the highlights of our stay was the breakfast. The buffet offered a delicious variety of options, from fresh pastries and fruits to savory dishes. The staff at the breakfast area were always attentive and eager to assist with a smile.

The location of Garden Blue Stay is truly unbeatable. We were within walking distance of all the major attractions in Florence, making it easy to explore the city at our own pace. Whether you're interested in art, history, or simply wandering through the charming streets, this hotel is the perfect base.

If you're looking for a wonderful accommodation in the heart of Florence, I highly recommend Garden Blue Stay. It offers a comfortable and convenient stay, with friendly staff and a...