Hotel Santa Croce - Florence

2-star hotel in a 17th-century building steps from the Uffizi Gallery

Location

Hotel Santa Croce is housed in an independent 17th-century building 270 meters from the Uffizi Gallery and Signoria Square. The Santa Croce Basilica Church is 120 meters from the property, and the cathedral is an 8-minute walk away. The street follows the curve of ancient Roman walls, and Michelangelo's childhood home is next door.

Rooms & Amenities

All rooms at the Hotel Santa Croce Florence feature an en suite bathroom with hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, an LCD TV, and a safe box. Selected rooms offer air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and family-friendly configurations such as triple rooms and studio apartments. The building has no elevator, but staff carry luggage to rooms on all floors.

Services & Staff

The owners, brothers Mario and Gabriele, provide personalized concierge service including detailed paper maps and restaurant recommendations with discounts. Staff offer valet parking for a private locked garage 2 minutes away, and will retrieve the car upon request. Luggage storage is available after checkout, and the hotel arranges taxi transfers for early departures.

Breakfast

A daily buffet breakfast includes freshly-baked croissants, fresh fruit, yogurts, sliced meats and cheeses, and made-to-order cappuccinos and espressos. The breakfast also offers non-lactose milk and gluten-free options upon request. The hotel's coffee house on site serves additional wine, champagne, and special diet menus throughout the day.

Parking & ZTL Access

Santa Croce Florence provides a private secure parking service for €25-30 per night, with staff driving the car to an external facility. The hotel gives detailed ZTL (limited traffic zone) directions before arrival, and staff meet guests on the street to guide them in. Car hire and bicycle rental are also available through the tour desk.

• Location: 120m from Santa Croce Basilica, 5-10 min walk to all main sights
• Rooms: Economical rooms with en suite bathroom, LCD TV, and safe box
• Services: Concierge by owners Mario and Gabriele; luggage storage after checkout
• Dining: Buffet breakfast with fresh croissants, cappuccinos, and dietary options
• Parking: Valet parking in a private locked garage, ZTL guidance included

License number: 048017ALB0213,IT048017A1LOFLX2EH