In the heart of Florence, Hotel Alba Palace offers a warm welcome with its cozy bar and helpful staff. Connect to in-room WiFi, store your luggage safely, and enjoy express check-in. Guests rave about the attentive service.
Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Ponte Vecchio - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Piazza del Duomo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Uffizi Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 26 min drive
Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 4 min walk
Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 5 min walk
Porta al Prato Station - 12 min walk
Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Unità Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 6 min walk
Restaurants
Fratelli Cuore - 4 min walk
Osteria Pastella - 1 min walk
Trattoria Dall’Oste - 3 min walk
Ostaria Dei Centopoveri - 2 min walk
The Joshua Tree Pub - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Alba Palace
Hotel Alba Palace offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Also, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Ponte Vecchio are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Unità Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance. This property is located in the limited traffic zone of Florence, which requires registration of license number and a fee of EUR 1 per entry.
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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
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Pets
Pets stay free (dogs and cats only)
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls and litter boxes available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite valet parking (EUR 30 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1800
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
Video-game console
DVD player
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Stocked minibar (select free items)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Highchair
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
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
Covered valet parking costs EUR 30 per day
Policies
In accordance with national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 November to 30 April.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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.
Property Registration Number IT048017A1R9BEBWQP
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Alba Palace offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Alba Palace 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 Alba Palace?
Yes, cats and dogs stay free. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Alba Palace?
Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 30 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Alba Palace?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around Hotel Alba Palace like?
Hotel Alba Palace is in Historic Centre of Florence, a short 3-minute walk from Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and 10 minutes' walk from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.
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Reviews
Hotel Alba Palace Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious with many options catering to various dietary needs. (39 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
A nice hotel with good breakfast
joseph
joseph, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2025
Nice place, very clean. Good breakfast!
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Great breakfast, beautiful room. Perfect location for exploring Florence.
Kristan
Kristan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Excelente escolha
Hotel muito bom, bem localizado, entre a estação de trem e a praça da Igreja, com mercado e restaurantes muito próximo. Atendimento muito simpático, ótimo café da manhã.
Raquel
Raquel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
Great hotel, friendly staff, they kept this hotel in pretty good shape, I would stay there again.
Jon
Jon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
very friendly and helpful staff
Vincent
Vincent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Italian hospitality in Florence
Always a delight to return to this friendly hotel. Great location and helpful, hard-working staff make staying here a pleasure.
Robin
Robin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Personel güler yüzlü, otelin konumu çok güzel, kahvaltısı yeterli ve lezzetliydi, odalar sessiz, temiz ve konforluydu.
Samet
Samet, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
Facilidade para deslocamento
Perto da estação e Santa Maria Novella
LAURA MABEL
LAURA MABEL, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Great hotel and good food to start your day
The food is great. The staff is kind. We really enjoy our stay!
Vincent
Vincent, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
I think this hotel is one of the best places to stay in Florence! People are so kind, cleanliness is utmost, great breakfasts, etc., etc.
Kareen
Kareen, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
위치가 상당히 접근성이 좋음
KYUWAN
KYUWAN, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
This little hotel, just a block from the train station, is a quiet respite from the busy Florence scene. It is convenient to the sights, and provides a generous breakfast. It has an unusually large elevator and comfortable lounge areas in the lobby and third floor balcony.
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2025
sehr gut und ein hervorragendes frühstück
stefan
stefan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2025
Convenient location near the train station
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2025
I'll be back
This is a really lovely hotel with excellent service and a delicious breakfast. This is my second time staying here and I will happily return on my next trip to Florence.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2024
The hotel was very comfortable, the breakfast was great, lots if options and the staff were super friendly and helpful.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
great hotel very close to the city centre and station - all about 5 minutes walk away. great room and great breakfast. perfect stay
Edward
Edward, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Todo Excelente
Habitación comoda con todo lo necesasario, el desayuno basto y rico, muy cerca de la central de trenes y de sitios recomendables a pie.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2024
Location was great…staff was very nice…breakfast was delicious.
Annette
Annette, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
Harika
Çok keyifli bir konaklamaydı tren istasyonuna duamo meydanına köprülere çok yakın ve kahvaltısı bir Avrupa şehrine göre çok çeşitli ve iyiydi . Çok beğendik.
Merve
Merve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 21, 2024
loved staying here. Absolutely loved the breakfast too!
Nicole
Nicole, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2024
Muy buena atencion de parte del persibal del hotel, variedad en el desayuno y la ubicacion, espectacular
JESSICA
JESSICA, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
I had a great time at my short stay at Hotel Alba Palace! The staff were welcoming and the room was spotless. I was pleased to be able to store my luggage there for a few hours after I checked out while I waited for my transportation to arrive. Thank you!!
Erin
Erin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 6, 2024
As advertized, good small hotel, centrally located with good staff, clean rooms and good breakfast.