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.
Gallery of the Academy of Florence - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 11 min walk - 1.0 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
Matto Matto - 5 min walk
Osteria Vecchio Cancello - 4 min walk
La Gratella - 4 min walk
Crown of India, Ristorante Indiano a Firenze - 6 min walk
TSH bistrot - 3 min walk
About this property
Essence Hotel
When you stay at Essence Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Also, Central Market and Piazza del Duomo 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.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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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
Bed sheets provided
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
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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 6 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
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 12 minutes' walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella.
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Reviews
Essence Hotel Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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The location, accessibility, cleanliness, and comfort were all excellent.
SEMA
SEMA, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2025
Clean room, great views, lovely kind staff
Yeeun
Yeeun, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Nice, clean, big room and friendly staff.
Eui Jin
Eui Jin, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2026
They do not have activities, location in front Piazza Independencia
Ivette
Ivette, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Fantastic accommodations, great location and Raphaela was fantastic! She provided great recommendations and suggestions! Would definitely stay there again!
Gina M.
Gina M., 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2025
Very nice and great hotel , oustanding views to the Duomo and all of the city of Florence, room was impecable , very clean, espacious , modern , great Location , very friendly and kind staff that made our Florence experience great ,will definarelly recomend it
Claudia
Claudia, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Easy to walk to the city center and safe. Staff are nice and helpful. The room is clean and room service is also good. Recommended.
Ayse
Ayse, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
It is in a safe location at walking distance to main places to visit. Nice and helpful staff. Room was very clean. Room service was good. Highly recommended.
Ayse
Ayse, 1-night trip
Verified
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
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Lucca was absolutely amazing, so friendly approachable and helpful and gave some amazing recommendations! In a great location close enough for a stroll to the duomo in about 10-15 minutes. Hotel so clean and rooms lovely and spacious.
Olivia
Olivia, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2025
Good room, sub-prime location
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
Verified
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
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2025
Beautiful room. Great location. The owner gave us wonderful recomendations that enhanced our trip. Really couldn't ask for any more.
Patrick
Patrick, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2025
I stayed at the Essence for 3 nights. I received a free upgrade from Raffaella when I checked into the hotel. She was very helpful and made a dinner reservation for us. The hotel was clean and in a good location. My room was also very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
Ruben
Ruben, 2-night trip
Verified
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
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2024
New and fresh hotel
Lily
Lily, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Beautiful property near dining within walking distance. Quiet and safe.
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Close to dining
Jose J
Jose J, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2025
Very nice
Juan
Juan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2024
Close proximity to SMN train station and easy walking distance to city centre. Lovely check out experience and bag storage option.