We are traveling to Florence in February. We have narrowed down our choices a bit to the Hotel Casci or the Hotel Alessandra. Has anyone stayed at either? Any other suggestions? Thanks
Gary & Kelly
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Bellingham, WA, USA
14 posts
We just returned from a trip to Italy in late October and stayed at the Hotel Alessandra. It is a small hotel but well-located, within walking distance of most of Florence's sights (the Duomo, Uffizzi, Ponte Vecchio, etc.,) The staff are extremely helpful and accommodating, esp,. Andrea, the proprietor. We stayed in 2 different rooms (we bookended our trip with Florence) - 1 and 24. Room 1 was small and not remodeled; room 24 was larger and quite nice. We found the hotel a great value and would definitely recommend it.
Anne-Marie
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Bellingham, WA, USA
14 posts
btw forgot to mention - you have to take a flight of stairs from the entrance to the lift (which is tiny - only accommodating 1 person & 1-2 small suitcases). So if you have a disability or physical issues, this hotel may not be for you.
Anne-Marie
Posted by
Madison, Wi, USA
107 posts
We stayed at Hotel Casci about 3 years ago. It was fine. Clean and well run. B-fast was very good. Near all the sites.
I recommend it. They also set up a tour for us to to go to Sienna.
Posted by
Costa Mesa
348 posts
I was very happy with my stay at Hotel Calziouli. Reasonable and great breakfast and great location. We went in June of 2010. Email for rates
Posted by
Daytona Beach, FL
220 posts
Gary,
I have stayed in the Casci several times and always recommend it. I was in Florence last month and saved quite a bit by renting an apt. through VRBO. That is a good option if you are staying for a week or more.