About Mercure Firenze Centro
Located on Via Nationale between Santa Novella train station and historic Independence Square, four-star Mercure Firenze Centro is a stylish hotel in the prestigious San Lorenzo district of the city.
Air-conditioned rooms feature sleek contemporary furnishings, plasma-screen TV, Wi-Fi, work desk, tea/coffeemakers and mini bar. All have private bathrooms with bath or shower, while some have an extra sofa bed.
Amenities at Mercure Firenze Centro include a 24-hour reception, a business centre, Wi-Fi in public areas as well as a dry cleaning and laundry service. Babysitting is available on request.
Start the day with a hearty American-style breakfast. Apollo Lounge Bar provides a relaxing environment to enjoy an aperitif or a gourmet Italian meal. Room service is available until midnight.
From this property, San Lorenzo Market is 0.2 miles, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral is 0.4 miles, Fortezza da Basso is 0.5 miles and Ponte Vecchio Bridge is 0.7 miles.
Positive Reviews
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A Rooms with a View
Reviewers rave about the luxurious beds, conscientious soundproofing and blackout blinds which provide a real haven from the vibrancy outside. Bombproof Wi-Fi, contemporary lighting, immaculate bathrooms and breath-taking balconies with city views are among the long list of reasons guests adore these comfortable accommodations.
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Perfectly Placed
Situated between the Uffizi Gallery and the Galleria dell'Accademi, culture vultures couldn't be better located. Surrounded by eateries and coffeehouses, you're a short walk from the Duomo and its abundant attractions. The Arno is reachable by foot, while a short bus journey takes you to the Piazzale Michelangelo.
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Remarkable Receptionists
Warm, welcoming and quick to check you in, front-of-house staff are fountains of local knowledge. With a host of hints to ensure you make the most of the city, they offer maps to assist you, as well as complimentary bus passes to encourage you visit further-afield attractions.
Negative Reviews
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Morning Meal Moans
Breakfast is served in the basement, which lacks the ambience of other parts of the hotel. At busy times, the whole place can fall into a state of disarray. Some guests feel the buffet is basic and quite costly compared to the offerings of other eateries nearby.
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Hard to Park
With no car park of its own, some arrivals to the hotel have experienced trouble locating a suitable spot to leave their automobile. A nearby garage offers guests a discounted rate, but this is still costly according to some, who highly recommend arriving by train if possible.
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Towering Temperatures
One issue that routinely raises its head relates to heating. High temperatures throughout make the hotel feel stuffy, while erratic A/C units, especially on uppermost floors, do little to alleviate the issue. Some guests recommend opening a window, though this can lead to problems with noise.