Ferdinando II De' Medici, Florence - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Via Del Presto 2, Florence, Italy, 50122

Ferdinando II De' Medici, a 1-star hotel in the heart of Duomo, features a shared lounge and concierge service, surrounded by Florence's historic center.

Modern Room Amenities

Each room at Ferdinando II de' Medici offers city views and includes a flat-screen TV, work desk, and private bathroom with bidet. Units come equipped with slippers, and irons are available upon request.

Breakfast Options

The Hotel Ferdinando II De' Medici serves an Italian breakfast featuring a drink and cake each morning, complemented by free continental breakfast service.

Local Dining Scene

Traditional Tuscan restaurants, markets, and boutiques surround the property.

Central City Location

Located 0.1 miles from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the hotel sits within 0.2 miles of the city center. Piazza della Signoria is a 5-minute walk away, while Florence Santa Maria Novella station requires a 15-minute stroll. Peretola Airport is 6 miles from the property.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Single Room

Max:

2 persons

12 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

City view

Shower

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Double Room Private External Bathroom

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

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Deluxe Family Suite

Max:

2 persons

32 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

City view

Shower

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Florence400 m

Airports

Peretola (FLR) 9.6 km

Galileo Galilei (PSA) 84.6 km

Train

Florence Santa Maria Novella Railway Station 1.0 km

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Concierge desk
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Lift
Currency exchange
Barber shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Dinner

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Heating
Patio
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Via Del Presto 2, Florence, Italy, 50122

Map view

Via Del Presto 2, Florence, Italy, 50122

City landmarks

Square

Piazzale Michelangelo

1.7 km

Museum

Galleria dell'Accademia

840 m

Museum

Pitti Palace

1.1 km

Market

Mercato Centrale

930 m

Church

Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence

750 m

Piazza Dei Pitti 1

The Boboli Gardens

1.5 km

Church

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

810 m

Museum

San Marco Museum

940 m

Museum

Medici Chapel

800 m

Museum

Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum

650 m

Church

Ognissanti Church

1.1 km

Nearby

Museum

Gallerie Degli Uffizi

470 m

Bridge

Ponte Vecchio

500 m

Square

Piazza del Duomo

350 m

Church

Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore

260 m

Square

Piazza della Signoria

300 m

Museum

Palazzo Vecchio

300 m

Landmark

Campanile di Giotto

280 m

Museum

Bargello National Museum

180 m

Museum

Museum of Opera of Saint Maria of Fiore

380 m

Museum

Strozzi Palace

580 m

Museum

Riccardi Medici Palace

560 m

Museum

Museo Galileo

490 m

Square

Piazza della Repubblica

300 m

Church

Battistero di San Giovanni

360 m

Church

Church and Museum of Orsanmichele

280 m

Church

Brunelleschi's Dome

270 m

Piazza della Signoria

Loggia dei Lanzi

380 m

Museum

Casa Buonarroti

590 m

Restaurants

Panini Toscani

260 m

Piazza del Duomo

Bar Pasticceria Cucciolo

70 m

Via del Corso 25r

Trattoria Le Mossacce

60 m

Via del Proconsolo 55/r

I Fratellini

240 m

Via Dei Cimatori 38/r

Gustarium

210 m

Via Dei Cimatori 24/r

La Prosciutteria

330 m

Via de_ Neri

Bar 16

50 m

Via del Corso N 2R Via Del Corso N 2R

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

5.0

Location

7.2

Service

5.2

Dining

5.0

Christina

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.4/10

My stay at Ferdinando II De' Medici was a mixed bag. While the central location made sightseeing a breeze, I experienced significant issues with the internet and room arrangements. The friendly staff tried their best to accommodate me, but outdated facilities and some maintenance issues were frustrating.

Rooms

5.0

I had to change rooms halfway through my stay because I was assigned to the wrong one. The facilities are quite old, with the bathroom in need of renovation. The shower had issues that were annoying to deal with.

Service

6.0

The lady at the reception was very friendly and helpful, showing that hospitality is typical of Florence. However, the response to my room issues could have been better.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is fantastic—literally two minutes from the Duomo and surrounded by great bars and restaurants, making it perfect for sightseeing and exploring the city.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was nothing fancy, just some dry croissants, jelly, and coffee served straight to the table. It was enough to fill me up, but don't expect gourmet options.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need some attention, with issues like an improperly installed shower head and non-working electrical outlets. The old elevator also needs to be updated for better accessibility.

Hannah

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.2/10

My stay at Ferdinando II De' Medici in Florence was a mix of positives and negatives. While the location was ideal, just a stone's throw from the city’s major attractions, I encountered significant issues with service. The breakfast felt quite limited and the room had its downsides as well. Overall, it was not the seamless experience I had hoped for. 😕

Rooms

5.0

The room was spacious with ample storage, but it often smelled of cigarette smoke, especially when the window was open. This detracted from the overall comfort of my stay.

Service

5.0

While the reception staff tried to be accommodating, their communication was significantly hindered due to language barriers. There were times when I felt left without assistance, especially during check-in.

Location

5.0

The location couldn't be better, as it was within walking distance of key sites like the Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. I appreciated being close to everything Florence has to offer.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was quite basic, consisting of dry toasts, croissants, and minimal options. I ended up skipping it on some days in favor of nearby cafes, which offered a better selection.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities seemed adequate, but the overall ambiance needed brightening up. Services like dry cleaning and laundry were available but not particularly impressive.

Isaac

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.2/10

My stay at Ferdinando II De' Medici was quite disappointing. the lack of proper check-in instructions and cleanliness in the room were major drawbacks. However, the location near the Duomo was fantastic and very convenient for exploring Florence.

Rooms

5.0

The room was a letdown. it did not match the description and felt outdated. Additionally, there was no TV and I faced a noisy backyard instead of a city view.

Service

5.0

While the staff were supposed to be friendly, I struggled to get assistance during my stay. Delays and confusion regarding room access were frustrating.

Location

8.0

The location is truly fantastic. just a short walk to major attractions. It made my sightseeing much easier and enjoyable.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was pretty basic with dry toasts and coffee, but it was enough to start the day. Given Florence's culinary reputation, I expected more variety.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were quite limited, and I found the self-check-in process to be quite problematic. There was minimal staff around to assist when needed.

Luke

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.2/10

My stay at Ferdinando II De' Medici was quite the mixed bag. While the location was fantastic, just a stone's throw from the Duomo and surrounded by charming bars and restaurants, I encountered several frustrating issues that marred my experience. The facilities felt in need of maintenance, and I faced challenges with the Internet connectivity during my stay.

Rooms

5.0

My room was spacious with high ceilings, but the lack of basics like air conditioning and consistent electricity made it less comfortable than expected.

Service

5.0

The service left much to be desired, as there was little assistance available when I needed help with issues like the Internet connection, especially after hours.

Location

9.0

The location was simply unbeatable, being so close to the Duomo and other attractions, which made it easy to explore the area on foot.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was rather disappointing with limited options like dry toasts and coffee. I expected much better given Florence's culinary reputation.

Facilities

5.0

While the hotel offered some basic facilities, they were not well-maintained, and the Internet connection was unreliable, which posed a significant inconvenience.

Ava

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.8/10

My stay had its ups and downs. The location was a total win, right in the heart of Florence. However, the service was seriously lacking, and I faced multiple frustrations during my time there.

Rooms

5.0

The room was clean and comfortable, featuring a high ceiling, but it lacked basic amenities like enough functional plugs and storage options for luggage.

Service

5.0

Staff were not very welcoming and even unhelpful at times. I had significant trouble at check-in, with one employee having a terrible attitude and not willing to accommodate us when it came to payment methods.

Location

7.0

The location was excellent, situated on a lovely side street near major attractions like the Duomo and Uffizi Gallery, making it easy to explore the city on foot.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was basic but adequate, with simple offerings like toast and coffee that got the job done but didn't impress.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were minimal, with dry cleaning and housekeeping available but not much else to enhance the stay, and I often found no one at the desk to assist.