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Reviews of Hotel Universo - WTB Hotels 3 stars

Piazza Santa Maria Novella 20, Santa Maria Novella, 50123 Florence, Italy

#293 of 378 hotels in Florence

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 415 hotel reviews

7.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    9.0
    On Florence's doorstep
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small inconveniences: the dim and indirect lighting in the bathroom; no full-length mirror, and nowhere for a suitcase holder, if there was one.

    This was a comfortable and convenient place to stay in one of the busy parts of Florence. The room was at the rear of the building, on the top floor, accessible via a lift. It was very quiet at night, and sunny during the day. The bed and pillows offered excellent comfort for a good sleep, and the shower was hot and strong. The reception staff I encountered were always friendly and helpful. A big thank you to the fellow who checked me in - he was efficient and informative and extremely polite. Its great location meant it was only a short, flat walk to the airport tram - at €1.70 that was the cheapest, easiest trip I've ever had to an airport, anywhere.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    We had a great and comfortable stay at a brilliant location for exploring Florence.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is being picky but we could have used an extra pillow.

    The location was amazingly convenient and easy to find.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    9.0
    Perfect spot, close to train station
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    A little noisy and bathroom a tad outdated.

    Great location, close to train station and all attractions. Cute restaurants near by. Felt safe, very clean, comfy and large room.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The rooms are quite small.

    Location is great, also the staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room didn't have enough lights, the view from the window was on the air conditioning installations, and the sound isolation wasn't satisfactory.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    room facility

    location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    air conditioning was not working properly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Ok. Just because of location u can chooose to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No facilities at all. Very dimly lit rooms. Single small slow lift. We were 3 families travelling together but despot request were given rooms on different floors. No kettle even provided in room.

    Location . Near to main train station and all major attractions.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Few step to 5th floor is quite hard to carry huge luggage

    Superb Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Would have been better if I had window in my room or the lights were brighter. It seemed a bit dark in the room that I was assigned.

    Great location! Very close to Firenze Santa Maria Novella Station.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room is in courtyard side.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Great location to visit Florenze!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with City View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the view from our window over the piazza! walking distance to the trainstation. Great place to get breakfast next door!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    8.0
    Great hotel for price and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom was a little run down, but functioned fine for what we needed.

    Location was perfect for us! Close to the train station and all the tours we did.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Roons too dark

    Location was great

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Excellent location and good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dark room with low lights. The minibar could be larger.

    Very comfortable bed and nice shower. Excellent location with good price.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    7.0
    Good for bagbackers, only looking for a bed to sleep and dont mind feeling cold at night
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was huge but poorly lit. The only reading night lights at head of the beds didnt help for proper visualisation after the sundown. French window next to the bed that admit lights during day time. It is impossible to sleep in during the day, esp after night travel. Some ongoing reno works. Single warm light in toilet. Impossible to see anything in the shower cubicle. Beds were without duvets and warmers were not working. It didnt state that there are rooms in mezzanine floors which need you to carry your luggages up and down the staircases from the nearest lift landing floor. The first hotel I came across that didnt provide duvets and we had to wear our thermal and jackets to beds!

    Excellent location, a few minutes' walk from Santa Lucia Novella train station and tourist buses although the cobblestone pavements are not wheelchair friendly. You will need sturdy luggages with big wheels. Best for bagpackers. No electric kettle in the room. Staff has kindly borrowed one upon request. No water bottles were provided. Huge room, high ceiling with old furniture

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    8.0
    Perfect location for an overnight stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Met my expectations.

    Location was perfect very close to train station on the way to the attractions.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    8.0
    Good position
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Room is a bit dark. Small bathroom. Mosquito. A bit expensive.

    Excellent location downtown. Shower ok. Quiet. Polite staff. Central position.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2023

    9.0
    Great location, worth the money!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have done with a bit of tlc but wouldn't stop us returning, we had a room overlooking the square which was nice but noisy which may be an issue for some!

    Friendly helpful staff, allowed to check in early, easy to find, 5 mins from train station. Location right on the square, good WiFi. Great price for the location. Easy access to all the main tourist areas, shops & restaurants.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with City View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit noisy at night if your room is facing the plaza, but it was ok

    Location was unmatched and staff was awesome 😎. Definitely will return.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    9.0
    All good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Too dark and no toiletries upon check in and we have to ask for it.

    Location perfect. cleanliness and accessible with everything

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    8.0
    Great location and clean.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You are really paying for the location. The hotel is very mediocre for the cost.

    The location of this hotel is amazing!! It’s a five minute walk from the train station. Right in front of the Piazza di Santa Maria Novella. Tons of food options within the area and it’s another five minute walk from the cathedral. The staff are also very kind and helpful. The hotel is also very clean.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room with City View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room decor, creaky bathroom doors, chipped paint on the walls, rooms are lacking style.

    Location

    Stayed in June 2023

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