Elevate your stay at this stylish guesthouse with delicious meals from the on-site restaurant. Enjoy seamless service from check-in to tour assistance.
Nestled near the iconic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Benci House offers a charming retreat with a rooftop terrace and on-site restaurant Moyo serving breakfast to happy hour. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a hair salon while taking advantage of express check-in and concierge services.
Located in Historic Centre of Florence neighbourhood, Benci House is connected to a railway/underground station. Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Palazzo Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stadio Artemio Franchi or Nelson Mandela Forum. Visit our Florence travel guide
A short walk from Ponte Vecchio and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Benci House provides a free manager's reception, a rooftop terrace and a hair salon. The on-site Fusion cuisine restaurant, Moyo, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Express check-out, express check-in and babysitting (surcharge)
A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and a vending machine
Room features
All guest rooms at Benci House have thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to noon for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free manager's reception (select days)
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Moyo
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Guidebooks
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Computer station
Outdoors
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Well-lit path to entrance
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1 building
1 floor
Built in 2016
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Tuscan architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Minibar
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Free weekday newspapers
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 25.0 per day
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately EUR 10.00 for adults and from EUR 6.00 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per person (return)
Self-parking fee: EUR 30.00 per day
Valet parking fee: EUR 35 per day
Nearby parking fee: EUR 45 per day
Late check-out fee: EUR 20.00
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 25.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Benci House Florence
Benci Florence
Benci
Benci House Guesthouse Florence
Benci House Guesthouse
Benci House Florence
Benci House Guesthouse
Benci House Guesthouse Florence
Frequently asked questions
Is Benci House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Benci House?
Self-parking is available for EUR 30.00 per day. Valet parking is available for EUR 35 per day.
What time is check-in at Benci House?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Benci House?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 20.00.
Does Benci House provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 25 per person applies.
Where is Benci House located?
Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this luxury guesthouse is within a 5-minute walk of Arno River and Palazzo Vecchio. Piazza della Signoria and Uffizi Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Unità Tram Stop is 16 minutes by foot and San Marco University Tram Stop is 17 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Benci House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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What a wonderful stay at this lovely boutique hotel. I loved the quirkiness of the room and coffee on the small roof terrace was very relaxing after long days of sightseeing. Sophia was very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely recommend
We loved our stay at Benci! It’s in a prime location and surprisingly quiet, given it’s above a bar. Super clean, cute, and comfortable. If you have a larger checked bag be aware there are steps up to the guest house, but it wasn’t an issue for us. The bar downstairs (Moyo Bar) is also very hospitable and a great spot for an espresso or drink. We had a car and the parking garage Benci recommended was close and easy to find. Would definitely book again and highly recommend!
Clarissa
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cooper
25 Jul 2024
Spent three nights visiting Florence. A lot of attractions and restaurants are within walking distance. Shopping, David,, etc. Enjoyed our day.
Lovely place to stay with great service. We arrived by car, and Sofia prearranged our garage entrance and also called an hour ahead so the car was ready for us. Sofia also helped us make a reservation to a restaurant that was fully booked. The room was beautiful and comfortable and clean. Breakfast at a cafe downstairs was also really good with eggs/bacon options. The location was great, we did not hear the club downstairs, as mentioned by other reviews.
There is a lot to love about this guesthouse and any critiques are more FYIs than true cons.
As a guest house it isn’t like a traditional hotel but we loved it.
Pros
- staff was amazing. They used what’s app to communicate with no language barrier and were friendly and helpful.
- free breakfast and serve yourself coffee
- room was beautiful, the bed was so comfy and as we had an interior room, we didn’t hear any street noise at all.
- loved the location near a trendier area away from the main tourist area. But still walkable from Tram 2 (but a bit of a hike!)
Cons
- second floor so not accessible
- room was very small. We stayed two nights and had backpacks but if you are a heavy packer this may not be for you.
- bathroom felt a bit dark. If you like brighter lighting to do your make up it may not be for you.
Beautiful room, looks newly renovated. Great style. I loved the full size shower. Great location close to main museums and amazing restaurants. Will def book again.
The property was absolutely lovely! The rooms are appointed with modern, high end finishes and felt very fancy. The staff was amazing and helpful, and the included breakfast was wonderful. It's super convenient to all the attractions and easy to get in and out. That being said, it is neighbors with a nightclub and the music can be heard in the rooms until late at night. We were able to sleep through it, but some might struggle. Also, the room was fairly small, although lovely. And the bathroom was high end, but very, very dark. Shower was great, but almost impossible to put on makeup!
Struttura ben curata e con materiali di qualità.
Bellissimo ingresso con possibilità di avere caffè e acqua.
Self Check in molto semplice.
Camera moderna, spaziosa e pulita.
Personale molto disponibile.
Parking disponibile a 200mt in Corso dei Tintori ma costo elevato (37€ per la notte)
Excelente habitación en un pequeño edificio, muy acogedor y trendy. Excelente servicio y atención. Ubicación céntrica, puedes caminar a los puntos importantes fácilmente. Buena comida cerca por igual.
Benci House is a small boutique inn with only four rooms. Rooms are very modern with high end furnishings. Maria, the inn manager is very service oriented. The inn has a balcony where you can have cocktails at night (BYOB). The location is also ideal near Santa Croce.
David
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
6/10 Okay
Ro, München
21 Aug 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Rather serviced apartment than hotel
The accommodation is located at the eastern edge of the city's historic centre. It's a 25 min. walk to the central station and a 10 min. walk to do Dome. There are lots of good restaurants nearby, e.g. in Via Torta, and excellent ice cream shops, e.g. Gelateria dei Neri in Via dei Neri. To reach the apartments from the airport you can take the bus to central station and switch to a mini bus to benci, which may take up to one and a half hours altogether. So we chose to go by taxi which took us 25 minutes. As Benci house is rather a serviced apartment accommodation than a hotel, there is no reception desk. The staff contacted us in advance to set a date for checkin. The room was one of the most stylish and though one of the most comfortable we ever had. It was very clean and very new. The breakfast which was included was served in a bar on the ground floor of the adjacent building. It seemed that it was not well defined what exactly was included in the booked breakfast. For freshly squeezed orange juice you had to be lucky, the contingent of oranges was limited to a few per day and if you didn't pay attention orange juice from the supermarket sneaked in. Black tea was also out of stack after I had the chance to be served the last teabag on day one. Personnel was very nice and helpful whenever asked.
Vi havde tre overnatninger og var rigtig tilfredse med opholdet. Stedet var super fedt indrettet og værelserne var store og rummelige. Det lå lige op af en bar, så der var lidt støj om natten, men vi havde ørepropper med og var derfor ikke generet af det. Morgenmaden der er inkluderet var på cafeen nedenfor og var glas juice eller kaffe samt croissant eller sandwich. Ikke det bedste, men fint at det var der.
Melanie
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
2/10 Terrible
Constantinos
10 Jul 2017
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed by the service
Booked for 2 nights. Stayed for 1. They moved us the second day to another hotel. They told us that is even better, but was a fraud. I imagine they overbooked (in Italy they do this often). When moved to the other hotel, i called them to ask for another hotel. The answer I got was disappointing: "sorry there is nothing we can do..."
They didi not give us the room I had booked, but passed us from 2 other rooms first. I had to fight to get the room I had booked.
After they moved us to the other hotel, and their indifference, i got ungry, and all they had to say was that I could not behave! (That was their trick to avoid their responsibilities)
Great location and it looks just like the photos! Our room smelled like smoke so that was the only downfall. Staff super friendly and it was very quiet (yay!). Only 4 rooms which was really nice! Would stay again.
Pequeño alojamiento con buenos servicios y situación perfecta, en el centro historico de la ciudad. Decoración elegante y con mucho estilo. Por encima de todo esto destacamos a Sofía, siempre dispuesta a ayudar en cualquier cosa que puedas necesitar de forma inmediata.
Si estás pensando en viajar a Florencia, sin duda "Benci House" es una elección segura.
Un séjour merveilleux dans ce superbe hôtel avec un personnel gentil, serviable et attachant !
Très bien situé, à pied, vous visitez les merveilles de Firenze !
En bas, vous avez un café restaurant très sympathique.
J'y reviendrai!!!
Una gran experiencia en este hotel. En concreto estuvimos en la habitación Rovere, preciosa, original y acogedora. El hecho de que no tenga recepción es un punto a su favor, mucho más íntimo . Trato formidable y cercano por parte de la persona que nos recibió, Sofía . Deseando repetir pronto!!