Santa Maria Novella Travel Guide

Florence

A historic church with intricate architecture and a large open plaza with people.
A historic building with intricate architectural details, a prominent clock tower, and a statue in the foreground.
A bustling outdoor cafe area with outdoor seating and umbrellas, surrounded by historic buildings with ornate facades and balconies.
A building facade with a large, weathered astronomical instrument, possibly a sundial, and inscriptions in Italian.
A stone structure with two turtle statues on top, a decorative wall with a geometric pattern, and a tall tree in the background.

Stay near popular Santa Maria Novella attractions

A historic building with striped arches and a tall bell tower.

Basilica of Santa Maria Novella

9.4/10 (5,881 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Florence with a visit to Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Discover the fascinating museums and churches in this vibrant area.
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Top hotels in Santa Maria Novella

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore

4 out of 5
Viale Belfiore, 55 Florence FI
The price is 3.077.310 ₫ per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
3.077.310 ₫
3.806.066 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cathedral of Santa Maria del ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (636 reviews)
"Lo único que no me gustó es la ubicación poco lejos del centro histórico"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

The Social Hub Florence Belfiore
c-hotels Ambasciatori

c-hotels Ambasciatori

4 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni 3 Florence FI
The price is 3.124.907 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
3.124.907 ₫
3.858.393 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
c-hotels Ambasciatori
25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino

25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino

4 out of 5
Piazza Di San Paolino 1 Florence FI
The price is 4.757.035 ₫ per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
4.757.035 ₫
5.653.764 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Well located hotel within central Florence in easy reach of the airport and main train station. Our red garden room was spacious and comfortable. Hotel has nice spaces to relax with a large courtyard garden. We didn’t try the restaurant."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino
Aurum Firenze

Aurum Firenze

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale 8/a Florence FI
Fully refundable
The price is 6.971.516 ₫ per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
6.971.516 ₫
8.089.692 ₫ total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Good location. Travel family of 4. If you only need basics it is perfect. Breakfast was a surprise, it was fresh and good overall. Enjoyed to stay there just for sleeping."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Aurum Firenze
Hotel Atlantic Palace

Hotel Atlantic Palace

4 out of 5
Via Nazionale, 12 Florence FI
The price is 2.733.928 ₫ per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
2.733.928 ₫
3.428.346 ₫ total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
"This is an old property. Great location but the building needs a total renovation. We suffered for 3 nights sweating with almost no air conditioning."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Hotel Atlantic Palace
Hotel Delle Nazioni

Hotel Delle Nazioni

3 out of 5
Via Luigi Alamanni, 15 Florence FI
The price is 3.462.520 ₫ per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
3.462.520 ₫
4.169.651 ₫ total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florence. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Delle Nazioni
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Where to stay in Santa Maria Novella

Find the best Santa Maria Novella areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with buildings on the right bank.

Historic Centre of Florence

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and stunning river views, there's plenty to explore in Historic Centre of Florence. Top attractions like Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Piazza della Signoria are major draws. Catch the metro at Unità Tram Stop or Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A historic building with intricate architectural details, including a dome and ornate facades.

Duomo

Visitors to Duomo rave about its fascinating museums, stunning cathedral and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore or Piazza del Duomo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A historic bridge with arches over a river, surrounded by yellow buildings and a crowd of people.

San Giovanni

If you're spending some time in San Giovanni, Piazza della Signoria and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are top sights worth seeing.

An ornate building with intricate architectural details and a clear blue sky in the background.

Santa Croce

Santa Croce is known for its interesting museums, and you can plan a trip to Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza Santa Croce while you're in town.

A historic bridge over a calm river at twilight, reflecting the surrounding buildings.

Oltrarno

Oltrarno is a destination visitors seek out for its fascinating museums, picturesque gardens and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Pitti Palace or Via Maggio while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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