In the heart of Downtown, Hotel Galileo offers a warm welcome with dry cleaning services and a cozy bar. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and explore nearby Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery. Helpful staff are on hand to assist you during your stay.
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 7 min walk
Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 7 min walk
Florence Statuto Station - 16 min walk
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Unità Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Fortezza Tram Stop - 6 min walk
Restaurants
Mò Si Caffetteria alla Vecchia Maniera - 1 min walk
Bondi Carlo - Le Focaccine SAS - 3 min walk
1950 American Diner - 1 min walk
Matto Matto - 1 min walk
Royal India - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Galileo
You'll be in a fantastic location at Hotel Galileo, just a 5-minute walk from Historic Centre of Florence and Central Market. Also, Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location. Public transportation is just a short walk: Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 5 minutes and Unità Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Offsite parking within 656 ft (EUR 36 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - bar.
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 6.00 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
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 36 per day (656 ft away)
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Galileo Florence
Galileo Hotel
Galileo Hotel Florence
Hotel Galileo Florence
Hotel Galileo Hotel
Hotel Galileo Florence
Hotel Galileo Hotel Florence
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Galileo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Galileo 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 Hotel Galileo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Galileo?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What's the area around Hotel Galileo like?
Hotel Galileo is in San Lorenzo, a short 5-minute walk from Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and 8 minutes' walk from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Travelers say the local area is very walkable perfect for sightseeing.
Hotel Galileo Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2024
Hotel very close to the train station steps from the market and minutes from the tourist spots many options to eat and drink.
luis
luis, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2024
Would stay here again for next trip.
Bed was very comfortable and breakfast was great!
Angelica
Angelica, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 29, 2024
Walkable from train station and close to restaurants.
Jaime
Jaime, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Close to the railway station and major attractions. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Cecilia
Cecilia, 13-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Very nice place, clean. The best stay in Florence
Pablo
Pablo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 10, 2024
Location was perfect - easy 8min walk to/from train station and walkable to all sightseeing spots. Breakfast was great; staff was super friendly and helpful. Good wifi, near market and food, always felt safe. Its quite loud at night but the location itself was well worth it. Would stay again.
Erika
Erika, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Nov 2, 2024
Lives up to three stars.
It’s a bargain three star property. Staff and location are positives. Room size was very tight, but we were not there to stay in the room.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Staff at front desk were great
Roxana
Roxana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2024
Everything was very good, the only thing is that the shower is small.
Eduardo
Eduardo, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2024
Great bathroom. Room was a bit tight as is in many hotels in Europe.
James
James, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 28, 2024
Nice staff, comfy & clean rooms + good breakfast!
Overall the hotel is very clean and the room is comfy. The condition of bathroom is great. The first day of my stay I ran into a cleaning lady that I did not get to know her name; she was very friendly and eager to help with directions. I also appreciate Julia the front desk lady and the breakfast area master Daisa—They are the most friendly hotel staff that made you feel like home. Also the breakfast is great! Both your appetite for savory and sweetness can be fully satisfied, while good coffee, tea, or juice await you. Highly recommended and I’d love to come back when I return to Florence again.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
This hotel was convenient, clean, with excellent staff. The hotel had comfortable beds with good linens and good air conditioning. Daisy ran the breakfast area with a positive attitude ready to greet you with a smile.
Flowerree
Flowerree, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
Great booking, extremely clean, front desk is very helpful and accommodating. Very central to the historic district. It’s a little noisy at night, but I highly recommend this hotel.
Julianna
Julianna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Clean hotel. The room was quick, A/C was decent. Only able to cool to 22 degrees, but overall was comfortable
Ryan
Ryan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Nice Florence hotel!
Great location near train station and Florence sites. Easy to walk to many locations and to/from the train station. The room was clean and surprisingly big! That was a really nice surprise as we had to repack our bags and we had plenty of space. Staff was nice and friendly. Breakfast was simple but good. The only complaint was the small shower - I’m petite so I managed but my tall husband had a bit more trouble. Overall I would recommend!
Rosalinda
Rosalinda, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
Great Spot for a Quick Stay
Smaller room than expected, but we had access to the downstairs lounge during the day to help cool off in the heat wave. Staff was friendly and breakfast was delectable. Great value and location to train station.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
a nice place to stay!
We enjoyed 4 nights at Hotel Galileo located close to many of the city attractions and a walking distance from the train station. The reception was extremely helpful and friendly. Our room was spacious and clean. We will be back on our next visit.
Dov
Dov, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 21, 2024
I think you could get a better room for the rates charged. Very basic rooms, staff seems friendly at first but shifts to being unhelpful
Carla
Carla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2024
Daisy was so kind and helpful. She is a wonderful team member.
james
james, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 7, 2024
The hotel is very nice, it’s decorated with antiques. Our only complaint was there weren’t proper plugs for us to charge our phones. It wasn’t until our final day that I discovered plugs for our chargers .
Carolyn
Carolyn, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 6, 2024
Excellent location. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. Air con worked really well. Will definitely recommend
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 8, 2024
Staff (both reception and housekeeping) were very friendly and helpful. Hotel’s location was great. The mattresses were awful, however, and it was difficult to get a good night’s sleep. The noise of the plumbing and the other guests was clearly audible. There were a few minor issues with the safe and the shower leaking.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 28, 2024
Close to train and clean. Nice rest room and bed.
Rodney
Rodney, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 13, 2023
Enjoyed our stay
Patricia
Patricia, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Easily accesible from train station and close to the center. We were able to get our room early and staff was helpful. Everything was clean and water was delicious. We didnt try the breakfast,