Hotel Bigallo – A Favorite for Families in Florence

Hotel Bigallo sits on a small street just off Via dei Calzaioli, with the Florence Cathedral and Baptistery directly outside. The Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio are within a 5-10 minute walk. Santa Maria Novella Train Station is a 10-minute walk or short bus ride away.

Each room has air conditioning, wood floors, an LCD TV, and a private en suite bathroom with hairdryer. Certain rooms offer views of the cathedral, while all include a telephone and fridge. The hotel provides luggage storage assistance and a 24-hour front desk.

A daily buffet breakfast is included in the stay, with juices, coffee, muesli, yoghurts, boiled eggs, bread, cheeses, ham, fresh fruit, and cakes. The hotel bar serves drinks in the lobby. Breakfast hours and variety are designed for a continental start.

Concierge staff arrange city tours and wine excursions. Family-friendly arrangements include assistance with local navigation and unique room configurations such as duplex rooms. Valet parking and a smoke-free environment are available.

The property occupies a building dating back centuries, with a small lift from street level to reception. 74 stairs lead to reception, but the elevator reduces the climb. The hotel is a non-smoking property with heating and air conditioning throughout.

Location: Steps from the Duomo and Baptistery

Rooms: Cathedral-view duplex rooms available

Breakfast: Buffet with fresh fruit, cheeses, and boiled eggs

Services: Concierge for tours and wine excursions

Parking: Valet service in restricted traffic zone

Family: Luggage storage and flexible room configurations

Staff: Multilingual reception with local knowledge