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Pensione Bencistà

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Fiesole with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
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Step into Pensione Bencistà, a family-friendly hotel in the heart of Historic Center - Downtown. Unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services, explore the library or ropes course for adventure-seekers. Enjoy coffee/tea in the lobby and connect with free WiFi while kids play at the playground.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Comfort Single Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Comfort Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 9 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room (with air conditioning) | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Double Room (with air conditioning)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 Double Bed, City View | View from room

Suite, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Benedetto da Maiano, 4, Fiesole, FI, 50014

What's nearby

  • Path of the Gods - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Teatro Romano - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fiesole Archaeological Site - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Convent of San Domenico - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • San Francesco Monastery - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 34 min drive
  • Pian del Mugnone Station - 6 min drive
  • Florence-Le Cure Station - 6 min drive
  • San Marco Vecchio Station - 7 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Trend Café - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪ì Giuggiolo Osteria Pizzeria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buca Delle Fate - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Terrazza 45 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Piatti e Fagotti - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Pensione Bencistà

Pensione Bencistà puts you within a 15-minute drive of Uffizi Gallery and Piazza della Signoria. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza del Duomo are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Hosted evening meals daily for a surcharge
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)

What to do

  • Rope course
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (129 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1400
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Mosquito nets
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Travel crib

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

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 3.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 50 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal costs EUR 35

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from November 3 2024 to October 14 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property is closed between November 5 and March 29.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard
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.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

Pensione Bencistà
Pensione Bencistà Fiesole
Pensione Bencista Fiesole, Province Of Florence, Italy
Pensione Bencistà Hotel
Pensione Bencista Hotel Fiesole
Pensione Bencistà Hotel Fiesole
Pensione Bencistà Hotel
Pensione Bencistà Fiesole
Pensione Bencistà Hotel Fiesole

Frequently asked questions

Is Pensione Bencistà currently open?

This property is closed from November 3 2024 to October 14 2026 (dates subject to change).

Does Pensione Bencistà offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Pensione Bencistà 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 Pensione Bencistà?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Pensione Bencistà?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Pensione Bencistà?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pensione Bencistà?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 50 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Pensione Bencistà and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking, and practice your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.

Are there restaurants at or near Pensione Bencistà?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Pensione Bencistà like?

Pensione Bencistà is a short 13-minute walk from Path of the Gods and 17 minutes' walk from San Francesco Monastery.

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Reviews

Pensione Bencistà Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
View
Quiet - room
Food
Restaurant

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great experience we would recommend to anyone visiting Florence.
Jeff, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall we enjoyed our time. We did find the ads for the hotel to be misleading in terms of expectations for the quality of the room and bathroom. The hotel liaising shows very nice, well decorated and updated rooms. We did feel that our room and bathroom were very dated and plain looking in comparison. Part of the ceiling in our bathroom if was flaking off. Wished it could have been closer to what we anticipated!
Sydnee, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean, Beautiful, historic building, wonderful.
Thomas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just had 2 nights in Florence. Beautiful place to stay. The view was incredible.
Lynne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

excelent service
Luigi G, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is truly an undiscovered spot. Very quiet and great view of the city. If you Must have AC don’t stay here. They do have a ceiling fan and a floor fan for both bedrooms so it wasn’t bad even at temps in the 90’s. It’s about a 15 minute taxi ride to the city so it’s not bad and will cost you between $25 and $30 Euro. Make sure you have cash. It was very safe and a real treat. The menu for dinner was surprisingly good and was very affordable.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A fabulous hotel with one of the very best view of Florence. An unforgettable experience - fine room, an excellent kitchen with full service and daily special menus. Close to the bus stop for travel to central Florence. A great place!
Michael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Très charmant

Très bon rapport qualité prix pour cette hôtel. Petit hôtel de charme sur les hauteurs de Florence. Personnel aimable et souriant. Établissement un peu vieillissant mais très chaleureux. Ne vous attendez pas à une chambre avec marbres et dorures. Nous avons passé deux bonnes nuits avec nos grands enfants de 20 et 16 ans, une chambre avec un grand lit pour les parents et une autre avec deux petits lits. Parfait pour notre séjour.
Jean-Charles, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The couple that run this business are absolutely lovely! If you want breakfast it will be delivered to your room at the time of your choosing. It was great. The rooms are super clean and comfortable. Any questions, or directions, the owners are there to make your stay as pleasant as possible. We wanted a car to take us to Arezzo and they took care of that for us. Plus, you can't beat the location! This was a real find and we highly recommend it.
Roena, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Un paradis florentin.

Un vrai paradis au flanc d'une colline surplombant Florence, au delà d'une vaste oliveraie.
emmanuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice to get out of the noise and crowds of Florence. They arranged taxis into town every day. The view of Florence from the bar and restaurant terraces is spectacular.
Jim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A picturesque, quiet and opulent place to stay whenever visiting Florence. The view of Florence is excellent, the food is good and access to both Florence and nearby fine dining is convenient. Our "go to" place near Florence since 2012, and it will remain so.
Joseph, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Beautiful property tranquil and near to Florence and Fiosole. Some staff could benefit from hospitality training. Disappointed with restaurant hours and quality. Unreliable bus so depended on expensive taxi service.
lauren, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and facility in general but I don’t recommend eating at the restaurant. There are many better restaurants options around.
Hector, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The setting was spectacular, the common rooms wonderful. The food was very very good. The bathroom was very much on the small side.
Edward, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely place with beautiful views of Florence

Beautiful property overlooking Florence with spectacular views. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. A lovely place to get away from the hustle and bustle after walking around the city.
David, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Ganz schlechtes Restaurant, kalte Beilagen (Bohnen, Kartoffeln - bewusst kalt serviert, wie die Chefin erklärt). Eine Art Experimentierküche mit dem Gast als Versuchskaninchen. Es ist nicht leicht, in Italien schlecht zu essen - hier hat man es geschafft!
Birgit, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Italian charm at its best!

Just the most wonderful and truly Italian hotel overlooking Florence. It is so tranquil, a magical place, and the perfect place to relax on the terrace, with a drink watching the glitter of the city lights after the hustle and bustle of the day.. The staff could not do enough to make sure our stay was perfect. I would highly recommend this hotel full of Italian charm.
Maggie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location to explore Florence. The staff were extremely helpful. It is in a quiet location about 1km from the nearest town.
Darren, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

3 day stay.

Our room at the pensione was fairly large, a bit tired, with a wardrobe, nice bathroom, and a killer view of Florence. After we had checked into our room we realized the air conditioning was not working ( it was hot ). We advised reception and were told that half the air system was not working and that the next day we would be able to change rooms. It would have been nice if they had told us up front that the air wasn't working. The next day we changed rooms to a much smaller, dingy, tiny bathroom, nowhere to hang clothes, air conditioned, killer view, for the same price. The room was nowhere near the same quality as the first room. Supper that night at their restaurant was not good. It was a 4 course meal. The a la carte menu is not available on Mondays and Tuesday. One of the courses was soup, which we did not receive. The second was pasta which was ok. The main described as pork slices was in fact 4 paper thin slices of luncheon meat with slices of lettuce(no dressing) and beets. It was terrible. dessert was creme caramel which was OK. At 20 euros each we were very disappointed. We tried breakfast the next day to give it a chance but again we were disappointed. We did not go back again during our 3 day stay. We did notice on Wednesday the restaurant had plenty of customers. Does the real chef come and do the a la carte menu? In our opinion the hotel is very tired and needs a facelift. It does have a great view but that's it, we have nothing good to say.
Ian, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

The noise from below our room was not good. We prepaid all. And left a day early. They wrote and said we still owed. We had to leave as not to ruin our vacation
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A proper old family hotel with space and room. I very much enjoyed staying there.
T, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

rezeption inkompetent, distanziert holprig frühstück äusserst dürftig, war plötzlich von 8 auf €12 verteuert, hm-wie das? dann doch wieder €8 : eigentlich unseriös web: unangekündigt k e i n wellness! ohne auto viel zu fuß zum bus, fahr- kartenabzocke
ernst, 7-night trip

4/10 Fair

Die Lage des Hotels ist schön, aber in der Buchungsbestätigung war der Spa-Bereich mit kostenloser Benützung angeführt. 1. war dieser aufgrund COVID schon 2 Jahre zu und wurde uns noch mitgeteilt, dass er auch nicht kostenlos wäre, Das Frühstück war mit € 8.- im Internet bepreist- das wurde uns auch beim Einchecken gesagt - wie wir am Zimmer waren kam dann ein Anruf von der Rezeption, dass das Frühstück € 12.- pro Person koste. Wir waren dann nur am 1. Tag frühstücken- auf der Rechnung war jeder Tag verrechnet. Das Personal an der Rezeption leider unfreundlich- erst nachdem wir guten Morgen oder gute Nacht sagten wurde dies erwidert.
Waltraud, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Kändes nedstängt

Kom till ett hus som kändes nedstängt för säsongen, annars ok.
Ulrika, 1-night trip