HOTEL BIGALLO, Florence

Hotel Bigallo is a 3-star property on a small street just off Via dei Calzaioli, overlooking the Florence Cathedral and Baptistery. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Train Station and steps from the Uffizi Gallery and Piazza della Signoria. Guests can walk to Ponte Vecchio and the Accademia Gallery within 5-10 minutes.

All guest rooms have private en suite bathrooms, air conditioning, an LCD TV, and a fridge. Recently refurbished rooms feature wood floors and wood furnishings; some rooms offer direct views of the Duomo. The hotel also offers duplex rooms with separate sleeping areas, suitable for families with children.

A daily buffet breakfast with continental options is included in the stay, served each morning in the breakfast room. The hotel has its own bar where guests can get drinks throughout the day. Breakfast includes cheeses, hams, boiled eggs, bread, pastries, yoghurts, fresh fruit, and hot beverages.

The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service, luggage storage assistance, and valet parking for guests arriving by car. Concierge can arrange city tours and wine excursions in the Tuscan countryside. Multilingual staff provide local navigation assistance and restaurant reservations.

Family-friendly arrangements include duplex rooms, assistance with strollers, and guidance on child-friendly attractions. The hotel's central location allows families to walk to major sights such as the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio without needing transportation. Groups can book multiple rooms and use the luggage storage service for early arrivals or late departures.

Location: Steps from Florence Cathedral and Uffizi Gallery

Rooms: Some rooms with Duomo views; duplex family rooms

Dining: Daily buffet breakfast included in stay

Services: Concierge for wine excursions; valet parking

Family: Duplex rooms and luggage storage for groups