Florence Accommodation
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Florence offers an array of accommodation options. If you stay in the historic center around Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio, you will be within walking distance of most major attractions and the best shopping in Florence.
Hotels in Italy are rated from one to five stars. A three star hotel is a mid-range hotel, however, the services you may get vary. A four or a five star hotel is in the luxury category. Read more about luxury hotels in Florence.
Hotels in Italy will usually let you confirm your reservation by fax or e-mail. You will usually have to provide a credit card number. Cancellation policies vary greatly, anywhere from 24 hours to one week. Before making a reservation, find out whether taxes and breakfast are included in the price.
During low season, between November and March and in July and August, hotel prices in Florence are negotiable. You can e-mail the hotel you are interested in and find out if is offering special rates. During the low season it is possible to find a better price at a four-star hotel by inquiring about specials than at a three-star hotel.
