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Hotel Ester

3.0 star property
Guests plan their Italian adventures with expert concierge guidance while relaxing in stylish surroundings at this downtown retreat

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Hotel Ester sits in the heart of Downtown, offering a stylish base with practical amenities. Travelers can unwind at the bar, visit the on-site hair salon, or use the in-room WiFi to stay connected. The helpful multilingual staff receives consistent praise from visitors.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Double or Twin Room

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Select Comfort bed
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Select Comfort bed
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Select Comfort bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Select Comfort bed
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panoramic Double Room

Panoramic Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Select Comfort bed
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Historic Centre of Florence neighbourhood, Hotel Ester is connected to a shopping centre. Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Uffizi Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fortezza da Basso and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Florence Botanical Gardens and Boboli Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Florence travel guide
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Largo Fratelli Alinari 15, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella which includes a garden, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
    Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Province of Florence featuring street scenes and heritage architecture
    Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Central Market which includes markets, food and interior views
    Central Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore showing a city, religious elements and heritage architecture
    Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Via Faenza
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop
    2 min walk
  • Florence Santa Maria Novella Station
    4 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Tonarelli
    2 min walk
  • Caffè Alinari
    1 min walk
  • Bondi Focacceria
    4 min walk
  • Livio
    2 min walk
  • Gallery Caffè
    3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ester

Hotel near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore
Close to Basilica of Santa Maria Novella and Central Market, Hotel Ester provides a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and luggage storage
  • A lift, a TV in reception and a vending machine
  • A porter/bellboy, multilingual staff and laundry services
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Ester offer perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and electrical adapters/chargers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 20 per night)
  • Extended parking on site (EUR 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (81 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

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

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 20 per night
  • Extended parking fee: EUR 20 per night
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30 (subject to availability)

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Ester Florence
Ester Hotel
Ester Hotel Florence
Hotel Ester Florence
Hotel Ester
Hotel Ester Hotel
Hotel Ester Florence
Hotel Ester Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Ester pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ester?

As of 11 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ester on 15 Mar 2026 start from AU$194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Ester?

Self-parking is available for EUR 20 per night. Extended parking is available for EUR 20 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ester?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ester?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for EUR 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Ester located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Via Faenza, Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella. Central Market and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore are also within 10 minutes. Valfonda - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Unità Tram Stop is 2 minutes.

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Reviews

Hotel Ester Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 195 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to amenities and good size for families
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient and close to the main train station. Walkable to all the attractions sights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a spacious, clean room. walking distance to the train station. Other than the wifi issue, everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayse Inel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to train station. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Disliked: Room comfort

Is OK; but I expected more

This is an 3 star hotel; but compare with others, feel a little less. Have a very good location near to the principal train station and to Mercato Centrale San Lorenzo. The size of the room is OK, but it smelled damp when we entered on it. For hygiene reasons, I would have preferred a small new bar of soap to a used bottle in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great and quiet room!

This hotel was better than what I expected. We only stayed for one night but I really enjoyed the room's cleanliness and the setup. This hotel is within walking distance to the train station and the staff is amiable, English-speakers and professional. I will go back to this hotel in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room was clean and spacious, but not enough towels for our guests, 1€ for additional towels. no extra cots or any sort of bed that could be brought to our room. Limited room availability for us to get one with enough beds. Front desk person had a horrible attitude and was very rude during check in for the price we paid for one night…
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Feeling cosy in Florence

Nice little boutique hotel just off the main street. on the right hand side. Both host and receptionist were very friendly and helpful. Room was small but comfortable. Old style lift was a little quirky. Great little place for those on a budget.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location near to train station clean tidy room and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location, comfortable room

Convenient for Unità tram stop and historical centre. Comfortable room. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jing

Liked: Staff & service
Very convenient location, but room are out of date, no blanket, staff are very nice!

10/10 Excellent

Irsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel ester is conveniently located beside the train station, which is exactly what I needed. The area around the building is not quiet, but that is expected. There was a grocery store nearby, which was great. The duomo was only a short walk away. The hotel room was clean and well maintained. The bathroom walls were the only ones that might need maintenance at some point, due to moisture buildup over time. Overall a nice convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

hyungsik

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very poor facility

everything is so below the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Rajesh

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Try to avoid staying in this place. The hotel is located seperately. The picture and reality is different. Also, when I asked for room change the attendant became rude. I has to calm him down. After that he was fine. But the initial lack of empathy reaction to my ask for a change and I gave the reason on why I need to change. I will never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adrian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this property inside the hotel room was extremely dirty. While the surface appeared clean when I drew back the fitted sheets, they were stains all over the mattress. On top of that there was very little toiletries in there. The door will not lock. The carpet and I use that word loosely on the stairs was coming up and half of it was missing. There was tape that they used on the stairs. This is not a three star property. This is a two star at best. The one good thing about this property was the view from my room as I saw the top of the cathedral. For the price it is not worth what you're paying. I didn't even stay the whole time. I left out of concerns for my own safety and cleanliness. The staff was cordial but cold. The area, however, was convenient for walking the sites

4/10 Poor

Donald

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was not what my family of 3 Expected and the pictures do not accurately portray what this hotel looks like. You cannot see The Duomo from your windows! Complete false advertisement. Finding this place was kind of hard as you could walk past it and miss the entrance because they don’t even have a Facade! Just small lettering with 4 other hotels that you can’t even see from the other side of the street so we walked right past it. It was a bad sign when two local merchants had never heard of the hotel. Once inside the entrance is an ugly dungeon with a cranky 100 year old lift for your bags. The check in was fine and the Gentleman was nice but our room was completely separate from the hotel back near the ugly entrance . The room is 2 floors which I liked. The mini fridge had a freezer which most hotels do not so that was nice for making ice. And the Air Conditioning was excellent! The beds were fairly comfortable and the shower was nice. But there was no dresser to store your clothes so we had to stuff them in the night stand drawer or keep them in our suitcases. There were almost zero extras like shampoo stuff. The remote control for the TV was missing the cover for the batteries so they kept falling out which is just shows that they don’t even care. This is not a 3 star hotel. More like 2. It’s for young people backpacking around Europe and staying for a night or 2. I do blame myself for not researching the place better so you live and you learn.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicodemos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente localização, perto de tudo no centro

Excelente localização, foi o principal motivo da escolha. No geral o quarto estava limpo e bem conservado
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente opção

Foi uma excelente escolha. Hotel bem estruturado, localização muito boa, staff simpático, sem dúvida tudo isso contribuiu para uma ótima primeira visita à cidade. Quando for novamente a Florença, pretendo me hospedar novamente no Hotel Ester.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación de la estación de trenes y de los lugares de interés
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación, sin embargo mucho ruido de la calle, camas cómodas y limpias, regadera muy pequeña, el personal muy atento. En la publicación del hotel dice que tenía lavandería y caja de seguridad en la recepción, sin embargo no hay ninguna de las 2.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

MAGDOLY

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Las fotos son totalmente diferente a lo que te entregan la habitación
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dulce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es muy bonito y buena ubicación
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ottima struttura da provare assolutamente
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Gus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Florence is an old city but full of history the hotel is also very old our room was the biggest the bathroom was very spacious for the price we paid is worth it and is with in walking distance to the train terminal and the light rail that take you to the airport next to the hotel I paid €1.50 per person straight to the airport no need for taxi at all if you stay at this hotel loved it, the staff was nice friendly helpful, all the restaurants are very close.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022