Residenza Castiglioni – A Favorite for Families in Florence
About the Hotel
Historic Luxury Rooms
Residenza Castiglioni offers rooms with high ceilings and tall windows. The Superior rooms feature frescoes on walls and ceilings, while the 'Florence under the stars' Executive Suite includes neo-Baroque mirrored walls, a king-size bed, and two marble bathrooms. Classic rooms (18 SQM) and Deluxe Double rooms (24 SQM) provide marble floors, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Suites (42 SQM) accommodate up to four guests with oversized beds and private bathrooms.
Central Florence Location
The B&B is in San Lorenzo, 200 meters from Santa Maria Novella train station. It is a 5-minute walk to the Duomo, the Medici Chapels, and the Uffizi Gallery. The Fortezza da Basso conference center is 10 minutes away. Nearby landmarks include Via de' Tornabuoni for luxury shopping and Piazza della Repubblica with historic cafés like Caffè Paszkowski.
Breakfast & Services
Breakfast includes pastries, cheeses, smoked salmon, and espresso. Gluten-free options are available. The reception is open from 7 AM to 8 PM, offering guided tours, restaurant bookings, and car rentals. Parking costs €27 per day. Guests receive free Wi-Fi and can purchase organic olive oil soaps made in Tuscany.
Museum Access & Tours
The hotel arranges skip-the-line tickets for the Uffizi and Accademia galleries. Private drivers can take guests to Chianti, Pisa, or Siena. The Medici Chapels, featuring the Chapel of the Princes with marble inlay, are less than a minute's walk away.
Family & Special Stays
Suites accommodate families of four, and children under 6 stay free. The Honeymoon/Anniversary package includes champagne and a minimum 3-night stay in frescoed rooms. Kids receive carousel tickets for Piazza della Libertà.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Car hire
- Laundry
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock