Florence Hotel near Santa Maria Novella and Duomo

Our hotel is in the heart of Florence, strategically located so our guests can easily explore Florence on foot and enjoy all the wonders of our beautiful city. In addition to our central location, we also provide a peaceful escape from the crowds and are just 200 meters from the Santa Maria Novella Central Station. Of all the hotels in Florence,close to both Santa Maria Novella and the Duomo, ours is undoubtedly a privileged position.

A 5-minute walk takes you to the splendid Piazza di Santa Maria Novella with its magnificent Basilica, and a 10-minute walk takes you to the stunning Duomo. The Piazza della Signoria, the Ponte Vecchio, and all the other beautiful sights of Florence are also easily reached on foot.

The Palazzo dei Congressi - Firenze Fiera exhibition center is located 100 meters from us and in2 minutes on foot (300 meters) you can reach Fortezza da Basso.

How to arrive

By Plane

From the airport, we recommend using the tram (line T2) which runs every 6 minutes and ends at the Santa Maria Novella Central Station.A ticket costs €1.50 and can be purchased at the airport tabaccheria (a multipurpose tobacco shop, identified by a black or blue sign with a large white “T”).

If arriving from the Pisa airport, you will find a shuttle bus just outside the exit. It can take you directly to Florence with stops near the Santa Maria Novella Central Station.

By Car

Here are driving directions to reach our Hotel:

Traveling from the north (airport area): follow this route
Traveling from the south: follow this route

Please note that entrance to our private garage inside the Hotel may be difficult for large SUVs and particularly long vehicles, though the access corridor has enough space for a van to pass.

We also warn visitors to carefully follow our driving instructions to reach us, as much of central Florence is subject to traffic restrictions, with heavy penalties for those who violate these limitations. The route we have indicated allows you to reach the hotel without going through any restricted areas with traffic cameras. Please follow these instructions carefully as each time you pass in front of a traffic camera in a restricted area you will receive a fine of about 90 euros.

By train

Get off at the Santa Maria Novella Central Station and we arejust 200 meters away (about two minutes on foot).

Distances from Hotel Vasari Palace:

- Duomo: 10 minutes on foot
- Basilica di Santa Maria Novella: 5 minutes on foot
- Santa Maria Novella Central Station:3minutes on foot
- Ponte Vecchio: 20minutes on foot
- Uffizi: 20minutes on foot
- Parco delle Cascine: 21minutes on foot
- Palazzo Pitti: 22 minutes on foot
- Fortezza Da Basso: 3 minutes on foot
- Palazzo Dei Congressi – Firenze Fiera: 1 minute on foot
- We are located in the city center, close to the best shops, bars, restaurants, and sights.