Hotel Ester  

In the heart of Florence’s historic center, steps from Santa Maria Novella and just 200 m from the central train station. Walk to the Duomo, the Central Market, Uffizi and Ponte Vecchio in minutes — a compact downtown Florence hotel perfect for sightseeing and short stays.

A Tuscan-style boutique with 19 air-conditioned rooms that feel neat and lived-in rather than overdone. Rooms feature Select Comfort beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, private bathrooms with rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries, LED/LCD Smart TVs and minibars. Some rooms include kitchenettes and extras like DVD players and slippers.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet everywhere keeps you connected. Hit the bar/lounge for an evening drink, pop into the snack bar/deli or order 24-hour room service. There’s a hair salon, a TV in a common area, a vending machine, tour/ticket assistance and on-site self parking (fees may apply). Buffet breakfasts are served daily from 7:30 AM to noon (for a fee).

Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet, public computers, express check-in and check-out, plus dry cleaning and laundry services. Safes and desk space in rooms make short work trips easy.

A casual bar/lounge and snack bar/deli cover light bites and drinks. You can also use 24-hour room service, and a buffet breakfast is available daily (7:30 AM–noon) for an additional fee.