Hotel Porta Faenza - Florence
43.777865, 11.25095Overview
3-star historic hotel in Florence with cooking class experiences and authentic Florentine decor
Accommodations
Hotel Porta Faenza offers soundproofed rooms with double-glazed windows that open onto a quiet cobblestone street. Family rooms and quadruple suites include separate shower and spa bath options for groups. Each private bathroom provides strong water pressure, and all rooms contain a large flat-screen TV.
Location
Porta Faenza Hotel sits 5 minutes on foot from Santa Maria Novella train station and a 10-minute walk to the Duomo. The Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio are within easy walking distance through a pedestrian-friendly district. Restaurants and cafes on Via Faenza provide affordable dining away from tourist crowds.
Dining
A complimentary traditional Italian breakfast is served each morning with homemade pastries, cold cuts, cheeses, and hot options like eggs and bacon. Hotel Porta Faenza Florence directly offers cooking class experiences for guests interested in Florentine cuisine. A bar and coffee house on site provide wine and special diet menus upon request.
Services
A 24-hour front desk with concierge service assists with local bookings, tour desk, and luggage storage after checkout. The hotel provides free communal computer access, express check-in/check-out, and dry cleaning services. Pet-friendly amenities include pet baskets and bowls, and all rooms are allergy-free with air conditioning.
History & Character
Porta Faenza Florence occupies the renovated home of a well-known Florentine merchant family, with original terracotta and stonework preserved throughout. A fine collection of old tools on display around the building adds to the authentic historic atmosphere. The property is located near one of the now-demolished gates of the ancient city wall.
- Location: 5-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella station
- History: Renovated merchant home with original terracotta and stonework
- Dining: Complimentary Italian breakfast with homemade pastries
- Family: Quadruple rooms with spa bath
- Services: 24-hour concierge and free communal computer
- Pet: Pet baskets and bowls provided
- Activities: Cooking classes offered directly through the hotel
Licence number: 048017ALB0391,IT048017A1HE2XS57V
Rooms and availability
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Max:1 person
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:5 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed3 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Car park
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Welcome drink
Coffee shop
Flat-screen TV
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Essential information about Hotel Porta Faenza
| 💵 Lowest room price | 53 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 500 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 6.6 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Peretola, FLR |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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