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Hotel la Scala

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella

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Hotel la Scala in central Florence combines convenience with comfort. Start your day with a breakfast buffet before exploring the city. Helpful staff arranges tours, and in-room WiFi keeps you connected. Express check-out and luggage storage ensure a smooth departure.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Triple Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Luxury Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View | Room amenity

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
21 Via della Scala, Florence, FI, 50123

What's nearby

  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Piazza del Duomo - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Uffizi Gallery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Florence (ZMS-Santa Maria Novella Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Peretola Airport (FLR) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria Pastella - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Fiddler's Elbow - Irish Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Joshua Tree Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Grotta di Leo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ostaria Dei Centopoveri - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel la Scala

Hotel near Piazza di Santa Maria Novella
Located close to Central Market and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Hotel la Scala provides a free breakfast buffet. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel la Scala offer perks, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 45-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 30 per night)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 30 per night (328 ft away)

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 credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT048017A1IBORGCWN

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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
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

Hotel Scala Florence
Scala Florence
Hotel la Scala Hotel
Hotel la Scala Florence
Hotel la Scala Hotel Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel la Scala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel la Scala?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel la Scala?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Hotel la Scala located?

Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, Arno River and Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. Central Market and Ponte Vecchio are also within 15 minutes. Alamanni - Stazione Santa Maria Novella Tram Stop and Unità Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

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Hotel la Scala Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 288 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, packed us a take out breakfast when we had to leave early for tours, location was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great little hotel close to the train station and major attractions. Nice restaurants are close by and there is always the Mercato Centrale.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay in La Scala, the breakfast was delicious and Rochelle makes the best fried eggs. The beds are very comfortable and the rooms are spacious. Location is fantastic, very close to the train station
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a real gem in Florence. My family felt very safe with the setup. The location is conveniently located near the train station and great eateries. We never ran out of food options only a 5 min walk away. Breakfast was also good and they had cappuccinos, freshly baked breads, fresh omelets, juice, deli meats and cheese. Staff really works hard to make sure you are happy and that’s what we were looking for in a hotel. Will definitely stay here again when we go back to Florence.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Great staff. Amazing breakfast in the morning. Very close to the train station and center Florence. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

James L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great boutique hotel in the middle of Florence. Charming. Easy walks to David and Uffizi museum. Wonderful staff. Truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was great for a family of 4. Breakfast was fresh, lots of choice and as much as you wanted. The room was clean and spacious, nice view to Florence houses around. Convenient to the train station and sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Great neighborhood. Very friendly team to support us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

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

Great Hotel

Terrific location-friendly check-in and great room. Perfect for our one night stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place is perfect! Close to the train and city center, amazing staff and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to train able to walk in a few minutes. Busy street quaint with many restaurants. Small hotel with 10 rooms on 3 rd floor of a building. Blends in with the facade of nearby stores and places to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is near to the train station and close to Cathedral Santa Maria Fiore, the rooms ha enough space and are very clean, the beds are comfortable. The breakfast is basic but enough to start the day, the personal is very friendly and helpful. I totally recommend this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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

Excellent hotel

We have a marvelous experience. Staff is very kind and made their best for making our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful historic building transferred into a small hotel, where the staff are personable and facilities, while a bit different are wonderful to be part of in this city. The hotel manager, Medi was exceptional, friendly and knowledgeable - a rare find in a bustling city
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful small hotel, very quiet, and has a staff who is available to help with any matter. The wifi is good enough for Zoom meetings, the location is perfect (2 2-block walk to the historic area), and the breakfast is delicious with lots of different options. The only place I will stay whenever I come to Florence!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very strange place to stay. A regular "MOTEL".
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic but nice. Room was clean. Bathroom was updated. Location was fantastic. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel in nice area close to the train station. Very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was good. The Hotel also has a restaurant affiliated to it. We ate there one evening and it was really good. Very popular, even in November. You would be advised to book as queues to eat there can be long. Would definitely recommend this Hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Yasamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The building was very old and its elevator was barely functioning. The staff were very friendly and helpful .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An incredible place to stay. The foom #3 had an incredible painting on the ceiling (a tasteful nude) done i assume decades ago. Friendly staff. There was some issue with the cooling but the staff did their best to correct it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

elika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the location which is 5 min walk from the train station and 20 min walk to touristy areas. I love the receptionist( Madina) she was supper nice and helpful we wanted to go to mall and she showed me where to book the tickets and she always had a smile on her face. the breakfast was ok even it was prepared to each individual it was too many missed communication, one time they forgot to give us the paper for us to fill and the guy who has mustache working in the kitchen was giving us attitude when I was asking him how the breakfast works here. The way he acted was definitely not nice. And the second day for breakfast the lady didn’t have our paper so we had to tell her what we want. The room was clean and spacious. I like that you can book reservations for the busy famous restaurant downstairs ( Osteria pastella)easily with help of the receptionist. We had 2 dinners there since the pasta was so fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in multiple hotels during our trip to Europe, and this was our favorite. The hotel was small, the room was spacious, and we enjoyed the free breakfast which included eggs made to order. The bathroom was also spacious and allowed both my husband and me to get ready at the some time in there. The staff was friendly. There are also a number of restaurants available within walking distance, and the location of the hotel was very convenient and close to tourist sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was adequate and clean. I would have wished a desk. Staff were adequate. Breakfast serves was fine. My main complaint is the start at 7:30am is too late. I was there as a tourist and stayed for 6 nights. We have day tours booked that required us to be at the meeting place by 8am or earlier which meant we had to leave at 7:30am. We had to miss 3 out of 6 breakfast which was why we booked at La Scala for Free Breakfast. Location was excellent. It is a 5-10 min walk to the train station and tram to the airport. Everything else including the key Florence sites are 10-15 minutes away by foot. There's restaurants close by but there are so many restaurants within 10 min walk.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025