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Hotel Calimala is situated in the heart of the historic center of Florence, occupying two adjacent historic buildings, the East and the West. We offer a range of room categories, spanning from 16 sqm superior rooms to spacious 50 sqm executive suites. Renovations led by designer Alex Meitlis involved the use of authentic materials such as pietra serena and Tuscan marble, along with contemporary furniture, to leave the Florentine soul of the building intact. The rooms and common areas are characterized by high quality prints and masterpieces by international talents: a true compendium of contemporary art, in which you will immerse yourself in every moment of your day in Florence! The hotel also has two restaurants: Meze, which is in the west wing, offers a special Mediterranean sea cuisine experience that our chef has reinvented. A stunning perspective of Florence's City and a Mediterranean-style cooking are paired together at Angel RooftopBar&Dining in the East wing.
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Hotel Calimala in Florence garners acclaim for its blend of historical elegance with modern comforts, providing guests with a stylish and inviting atmosphere. While its central location is celebrated for convenience, some travelers mention street noise as a trade-off.
The hotel's rooms, praised for their spaciousness and cleanliness, along with the rooftop views and diverse breakfast, contribute to its charm. Guests have called out the exceptional service, though opinions on value vary, with a few noting the room sizes and noise level in relation to the price.
Location
Central
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Stylish
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Stylish
Value
Expensive
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Immaculate
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Noisy
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Attentive
Amenities
Top-notch
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We wanted to be in a central area and this hotel did not disappoint. This is a building in the heart of the city, typical to most European hotels, the rooms are not huge, but all are extremely well done. I stayed in the standard room, the Junior suite and the Comfort room. I would definitely recommend the comfort room and Junior Suite as they gave just enough extra room to accommodate my need for a workspace and to manage devices. The basic room is very nice, I just wanted a little extra room. Florence is a busy city, so if you sleep with the windows open, you will hear street noise, but then again, you're downtown. I believe they have rooms that face a courtyard and they may be quieter. In any event, it's a great place to stay, the breakfast offered in the morning is very decent and all of the staff were extremely nice. The hotel is located in 2 buildings. When you get there they will tell you whether you are in the East or West location as they are essentially across the street from each other. There are breakfast options at both locations. Also, there is an open air building nearby that houses a bout 40 vendors during the day, but at night when it is empty, there are impromptu performances by musicians that are amazing. Its great hotel and i would stay there again gladly. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me!
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Date of stay: October 2024
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 14 Oct 2024
Dearest guest, thank you so much for your much appreciated review, We are extremely glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay so much and that you decided to express yourself about it in such a heartwarming way, Hotel Calimala strives in offering the best Florentine experience to all our guests and we are happy to hear that you were satisfied with both our rooms arrangement and our breakfast service, We sincerely hope that you will consider Hotel Calimala again for a new experience in Florence, Kind Regards, Guest Relations Manager
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I visited Hotel Calimala during Sept 2020 whilst some of the CV19 restrictions were in force. From the outset, the staff made me feel very welcome and entirely comfortable that my safety was their primary concern. The hotel is perfectly placed in the centre of town close to both the main square (Piazza della Repubblica) and the Ponte Vecchio, the famous covered bridge. Despite being close to all amenities and attractions, the hotel is quiet and tranquil. The multi-lingual staff were polite and attentive, and ensured that my room was ready even though I was checking in earlier than expected. My room (314) was everything that I had read about and seen online - spacious, double height ceiling, good quality finishes, a large bathroom, clean and had a very stylish decor. The air conditioning was most welcome given the high temperatures, and the large windows came with both internal and external shutters. WiFi was great and the tv gave access to a multitude of international channels. Two bottles of water were replenished daily in the fridge, as were the pods in the coffee machine. Breakfast was taken in the beautiful roof terrace, which has perfect views over the city - a truly stunning location (see photos). Given the restrictions, breakfast consisted of bread, cheese, pastries, fruit, juice and yoghurt served in a stylish wine crate with each item individually wrapped. In summary, I had an excellent stay at a truly wonderful hotel, whose staff did everything possible to make me feel comfortable and safe. I would not hesitate to recommend it for anyone seeking a memorable stay in this beautiful city. I look forward to returning soon.
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Date of stay: September 2020
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Owner at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 15 Sept 2020
Dear MontyCarl0, Thank you for your posting this beautiful review on Tripadv regarding your recent stay at Calimala Hotel. We were happy when you commented on our staff as being extremely professional. We are very proud to have a passionate and motivated team! We look forward to your return and remain at your entire disposal any time we can be of service to you. Best regards, Guest Relations Manager
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We booked this hotel at the very last minute after and AirBnB fail. They could not have been more accommodating (especially Jessica) and actually offered us a slight discount while booking directly through them! (of note!!). The hotel is an old Palazzo that has been lovingly modernized, renovated, and redesigned. The design is so chic. I absolutely loved every detail of the bathroom tiling and the bedroom, with its giant plush furniture and colorful accents. The staff was incredibly helpful and booked our dinner reservation at a nearby restaurant when we had trouble contacting them. Though we did not use it, the hotel has a nice gym and also a great rooftop called Angel. There are amazing views! Lastly, the location is perfect- on the same street as Ponte Vecchio, next to the Mercato Nuovo, Piazza della Signoria and within a few minutes from the Duomo. Highly recommend!
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 24 Dec 2021
Dear Victoria, Thank you very much for your splendid review. We are so happy that your experience at Hotel Calimala was marvellous. Thank you for your beautiful words about our Staff, Jessica and the others will be glad that they made your stay unforgettable. Thank you for sharing your feedback, it really means a lot to us. We can't wait to have you here again. Best, Guest Relations Manager
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The Hotel Calimala and all of its staff (Lavinia, Daniele, Tiziano, Mattia and Jessica) is one of the best experiences I have had as far as hotel stays and I have traveled around the world! The location is right in city center and as a planned solo female traveler, it was important for me to find somewhere that would feel safe, clean, comfortable, and cozy. This boutique hotel is glamorous, cozy, intimate yet still maintains excellent privacy and anonymity due to the layout. It felt like an upscale Italian flat. The rooftop bar was home to beautiful sunsets overlooking all of Firenze with a glass of wine (or whatever drink you prefer) every night! I chose to include the breakfast with my stay which was BEAUTIFULLY made daily. I am also a vegetarian and there was endless options to choose from the grand buffet style (italian cheeses, vegetable quiche, fruit, vegetables, croissants, pastries, nutella, fruit spread, prosecco, make your own bloody mary's). The staff here are all exceptionally professional, kind, helpful and take the extra step to help you plan your day if you need any ideas or recommendations. They offered their help and thoughts any time we would ask them and they would initiate calling the restaurants, wine tours, drivers, etc we were interested in. We were honestly blown away by their level of professionalism and kindness. I would most definitely recommend this hotel to anyone coming to Firenze. The cleanliness, location, ease of travel and stay are beyond exceptional.
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Date of stay: April 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 21 Apr 2022
Dear Pendamani, thank you very much for this stunning feedback. We are so very happy that you had an amazing time at Hotel Calimala, and that your stay here truly exceeded your expectations. Thank you for appreciating our spaces, we are so glad that your room really satisfied your needs. We're delighted to read your comments about our breakfast service and our terrace, thank you for sharing the details! Thank you for complimenting our Staff, it's wonderful to hear that we gave you a perfect service and that we assisted you in the best possible way. We are so looking forward to your next visit. With our best regards, Guest Relations Manager
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Stayed hear with my girlfriend over Valentines weekend (by chance not design) neither of us had been to Florence before and didn’t appreciate how good the location of this hotel was, 100m to Duomo, Piazza Della Signoria and much more, everything else is within comfortable waking distance. All staff were very friendly and happy to help, even with our broken Italian. We went out for dinner to Piazzale Michelangelo for a very expensive and pretty average meal, the next day we hit up the hotel restaurant, it was on another level...the pork and Tuna Tataki 👌 also the buffet breakfast is one of the best I’ve encountered. The room: bed was Comfy, Shower exceptional and even the TV even had some Sky Cinema and Sky sports channels. They’ve also partnered up with a garage which was very handy, but I’d suggest getting the train to Florence, you’ll save money on the garage and rental. As for Florence, what a beautiful city, will definitely be heading back.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Calimala H, Guest Relations Manager at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 20 Feb 2020
Dear Daniel, Thanks for this amazing review!! We are glad to know you enjoyed our delicious breakfast, as well as the design of our complex which was made with the purpose of creating a fusion between elegance and modernity. Without a doubt, the best reward is to read your lovely comments regarding the friendliness and help you received from our team members, we will make sure to share your kind words as we know it will mean a great deal to them. We certainly look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back in the very near future. Regards, Guest Relations Manager
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The Location The Hotel Calimala is located at 2 Via Calimala in Florence in the heart of the historic district. If you walk out the door and turn right you are within five minutes to the Duomo. If you walk out the door and turn left you are five minutes from the Ponte Vecchio. And if you go 10 minutes beyond the Duomo you will reach the Galleria dell’Accademia where the statue of David resides. So you could not ask for a more centrally located hotel for taking in the sties of Florence.
The Building Hotel Calimala is a wonderful Four Star hotel with 42 rooms that was converted from an old office building to a hotel in approximately 2019. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic it closed immediately for a year and just recently re-opened about a year ago. The lobby is small but functional. The décor is done in a modern Italian style, which is both beautiful and functional. We had a corner room (#306) with two exposures that was approximately 400sf. The bathroom had a good sized walk-in shower (not a tub/shower combo) which we always prefer. The bathroom also had heated towel bars, which was nice in February. The bed was comfortable and the bedding above average. The lighting was more than sufficient in both bedroom and bathroom. And the heat (we were there in February) was good. There are several passenger elevators.
The Food We had breakfast both mornings. Due to Covid restrictions there is no buffet that you would normally see. The waiter basically brings coffee or tea, a plate of pastries and one can also order eggs and bacon. There is a roof top restaurant and lounge, but it is still closed.
The Staff The front desk staff was wonderful, looked like they were sent over from central casting, and spoke fluent English. Tiziano was particularly helpful in arranging restaurant reservations. The daily maid service was also good.
In summary, one could not ask for a better situated, well maintained, expertly managed hotel in the heart of Florence. We would definitely stay there again.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Try and get a larger corner room.
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 28 Feb 2022
Dear Kenneth, thank you very much for this incredible review and for taking the time to share it. We're happy that you had a great time at Hotel Calimala, it really means a lot to us to read that we provided a wonderful experience and that our service exceeded your expectations. Thank you for complimenting our Rooms and other spaces, we're glad that you had the chance to try our breakfast and that you enjoyed it. Your words about our Staff really top it off! We're so delighted to read that we gave you a great service, and that we helped making reservations and giving directions. Can't wait to have you here again. Wishing you the best, Guest Relations Manager
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We stayed 5 nights at the Hotel Calimala for our visit to Florence. The hotel in perfectly located in walking distance to all major sights, no more than 4 minutes walk from Santa Maria del Fiore. The rooms are beautifully designed, the windows are completely sound proof and equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine and capsules. The staff are great! Tomy and Daniel were very welcoming, helped us to reserve tables at local restaurants, always with a smile. Thank you guys. Also, the breakfast staff gets a thumbs up for handling the ‘new normal’ without an open buffet.
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:The hotel provides parking services that are essential in Florence.
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 20 Sept 2021
Dear Nadav C, thank you for your feedback. We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Hotel Calimala, and that our Staff delivered a great service! It's so good to hear that you liked our rooms and their design, and that the location of the Hotel helped making your experience in Florence even more comfortable. Hope to see you soon again, Guest Relations Manager
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Had a short trip to Florence, first time. Not sure how I found Hotel Calimala out of all the options but I am glad I did. The location is excellent, of course - a couple of minutes in walking from everything you might want to see in Florence but also from the UNITA tram station (airport tram). The rooms are super duper nice and clean and they come with some nice design details, as visible in public photos. Just an example: all metal appliances in the room are golden hue or brass. But the bathroom door has a golden handle on the room side and a chrome/silver finish on the bathroom side, to match the tones in the bathroom. I found that very thoughtful. Aside from design, pluses go to the Internet (great speed), the staff (I think we were greeted by Daniele who is charming) and even the hotel’s website for recommendations (check the “three days in Firenze” tab). Happy with the choice, would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone traveling to Florence. PS - check the rooftop terrace ;)
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Guest Services / Front Office at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 21 Dec 2021
Dear Elena, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are so glad that the experience at Hotel Calimala exceeded your expectations. Thank you for complimenting our staff and the beautiful words about the hotel, we are happy that staying with us made your time in Florence unforgettable! We can't wait to welcome you again. Wishing you the best, Guest Relations Manager
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We have stayed here for 5 nights and have thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel. It started with a warm welcome at the reception, a very good service with parking the car and it felt really nice to arrive at such a nice hotel room. The decoration of the room and bathroom was superb. No cheap material was used. The location of the hotel is top. Right in the middle of all the sights. The only down side was that we found the hotel very difficult to reach by car. It was a nightmare! whereas to drive out of town was easy!
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Owner at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 6 Oct 2020
Dear CarolineB935, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your stay with us. We are so happy to read we could offer you such a positive experience. Our reception is always willing to help our hotel guest, and it is such a grat achievement to read your posting. I am happy to read that the rooms were suitable and you could appreciate the modern design and the hotel location. We are sorry if it was hard to reach us with the car, we will really take care of your considerations regarding this. We also hope you will be back soon, Thank you so much, arrivederci! Guests relations manager
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My boyfriend and I booked our summer vacation in Florence at the Calimala hotel and we were nervous about the covid-19 situation. As soon we arrived to the hotel we were amazed by the caring of the staff, the cleanliness of the room and all shared areas, the hotel made us feel super safe. Due to the covid, the breakfast is served in a box to the room or to their AMAZING terrace and the food is delicious and in a very high level!! The c/in and c/out process was very fast and efficient! The location is superb, right in the center of the city, 2 minutes walk to both, the duomo and the ponte vecchio. On the first night we booked dinner at the hotel restaurant (Angel) which is on the rooftop of the hotel- the view is breathtaking!! They have panoramic view of the entire city! The food was absolutely amazing and the service is on point. The hotel has also a professional concierge that gave us amazing recommendations on restaurants and places to see! I would like to mention the hotel manager that made us feel like vip- Angela, she was super caring and she helped us with everything we needed! If I could have give more than 5 stars I would have definitely rate them higher, we had the most amazing vacations and a lot of it is thanks to the hotel!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Calimala Hotel, Owner at Hotel Calimala Florence
Responded 10 Sept 2020
Dear LeeTalmasky, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us and other travellers. We are delighted we met your expectations and look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip to Florence. It is our main goal to make our guests feel welcome and to provide the best services. We do hope to see you soon at Calimala Hotel in Florence. Best regards, Guest Relations Manager
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Hello!
The Balcony rooms are exclusive to the East wing, while Suites and Prestige rooms are exclusive to the West wing.
The other categories are found in both wings.
At your disposal for every other necessity.
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Dear Scott,
thank you for your message,
Of course, we will store your luggage free of charge until you wish to check in.
Always at your disposal,
Hotel Calimala
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PRICE RANGE
€160 - €294 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
ItalyTuscanyProvince of FlorenceFlorenceDuomo / Florence Historic Center / Piazza della Repubblica / San Giovanni / Centro Storico
NUMBER OF ROOMS
103
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