Visiting Tuscany’s capital city is a bucket-list experience, especially if you can snag one of the incredible Florence hotels near the Duomo.

Personally, being within walking distance of the treasured Duomo – and having a highly coveted rooftop with that classic Florence skyline view to match – was a non-negotiable for me.

In an effort to help you plan your own dream stay and make the most of Florence at night, I’ve compiled 20 of the best places to stay in the city. These wonderful properties range from 3-star charm to 5-star luxury – and all are within a 15-minute walk of the Duomo.

So whether you’re spending just one day in Florence or enjoying an extended visit with some fun Florence day trips mixed in, you can look forward to an unforgettable stay!

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Locanda dei Guelfi is ideal for the budget-conscious traveler who doesn’t want to sacrifice the convenience of location.

This simple, cozy, no-frills bed & breakfast is located in Florence’s historic center.

Why my husband and I decided to stay here:

1. Reasonable cost for the location (breakfast included!)
2. Rooftop with Duomo views
3. Breakfast room with a view

While this property lacks the bells and whistles of some of the others on this list, its crowning jewel is definitely the private rooftop terrace with Duomo views.

Plus, since only hotel guests can access the rooftop (by way of a small, narrow, and winding staircase), you can really enjoy the exclusivity factor.

However, do keep in mind that the hotel doesn’t have a restaurant (nor rooftop service).

That said, you can carry up your own food/drinks and access it 24/7!

Another perk of staying at Locanda dei Guelfi is the breakfast room, which overlooks the Duomo.

I mean, it’s pretty hard to complain when you’re starting your day with this view from the breakfast room terrace!

Locanda dei Guelfi isn’t like a traditional hotel in that it doesn’t encompass an entire property. It’s also easy to miss, as there’s no standard hotel signage.

(In fact, my husband and I walked right past it on the street!)

Instead, the hotel is located on the third floor of a non-descript city building. Keep an eye out for a small plaque on the front of the building that mentions Locanda dei Guelfi (along with some other accommodations).

Since the hotel is a third-floor walk-up, there are no elevators and I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone with limited mobility.

(By the way, after spending two weeks in Italy, I confirmed my suspicion that many historic properties don’t have lifts.)

Locanda dei Guelfi is located at Via Guelfa, 45, 50123 Firenze Fl.

When it comes to Florence hotels near the Duomo, it’s hard to beat one that’s right next door!

Frankly, I’ve heard nothing but wonderful things about La Terrazza sul Duomo – and I know quite a few people who have stayed here. This luxury bed & breakfast is located just two minutes walking distance from the Duomo and has elegantly furnished rooms.

But the star of the show is definitely the stunning view from the top-floor terrace!

La Terrazza sul Duomo is located at Via Roma, 3, 50122 Firenze FI.

Another great 3-star option – located just one minute from the Duomo – is Hotel Duomo Firenze.

This property is situated on Cathedral Square right across the street from Brunelleschi’s masterpiece. What’s more, several of the rooms have balconies with direct views of it.

A stay at Hotel Duomo Firenze also includes the benefit of a sweet and savory continental breakfast.

Hotel Duomo Firenze is located at Piazza 1, 50122 Firenze FI.

Situated in a charming 17th–century building, Arte’ Boutique Hotel offers generous views of Brunelleschi’s Dome and Giotto’s Bell Tower.

Recently renovated while preserving historic character, this boutique property offers a range of spaces, from family rooms to a posh penthouse suite with a panoramic terrace.

Guests can also enjoy a plentiful breakfast buffet as well as Prosecco in the lounge bar.

Arte’ Boutique Hotel is located at Via Camillo Cavour, 14, 50129 Firenze FI.

Relais Luce Florence is a bright and clean bed & breakfast that prides itself on simple elegance.

Guests will especially enjoy a hearty continental breakfast buffet from the comfort of the breakfast room – or on the panoramic terrace with a splendid view!

Relais Luce Florence is located at Via Nazionale, 8, 50123 Firenze FI.

If you’re after an authentically noble experience, Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo is sure to make you feel like royalty.

Located in a recently renovated aristocratic palace, guests will revel at the fine furnishings and the exquisite Deluxe Suite, featuring a jacuzzi bath in the center of the sitting room.

And talk about Florence hotels with a view – you can even book a room with a jacuzzi bath overlooking the Duomo!

Plus, with a sumptuous buffet breakfast and this prime city location, you really can’t go wrong.

Palazzo Niccolini al Duomo is located at Via dei Servi, 2, 50122 Firenze FI.

If modern amenities are more to your personal taste, Hotel Spadai just might fit the bill.

Despite its location in a historic building, the interior is focused on contemporary comforts.

Credited as the most stylish and luxurious boutique hotel in the heart of Florence, this 54-room property offers spectacular panoramic views from its private observation deck.

Guests can also enjoy an extensive complimentary breakfast from an attractive skylit space and indulge at the property’s private spa after a long day of city exploration.

Hotel Spadai is located at Via de’ Martelli, 10, 50129 Firenze FI.

Grand Hotel Cavour is the embodiment of elegance, from the lobby’s marble floors to the intricate ceilings throughout.

Located in a medieval palace, this 6-floor hotel boasts a rooftop terrace with spectacular views over the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Brunelleschi’s Dome.

In addition to breakfast, guests can also dine here in the hotel’s restaurant come evening, where they’ll enjoy everything from organic offerings, to homemade focaccia, to truffles.

Grand Hotel Cavour is located at Via del Proconsolo, 3, 50122 Firenze FI.

Beautiful Brunelleschi Hotel is a luxury boutique property housed in a Byzantine tower and medieval church.

Guests will be wowed by the impressive rooms, particularly the pool suite with its terrace jacuzzi and the jaw-dropping view over Brunelleschi’s Dome.

Plus, as far as dining goes, travelers will never go hungry at Hotel Brunelleschi! That’s because the property is home to two restaurants – one specializing in local cuisine and the other a Michelin-rated delight dedicated to gourmet delicacies.

Hotel Brunelleschi is located at Piazza Sant’Elisabetta, 3, 50122 Firenze FI.

Part of the luxurious Lungarno collection, Hotel Continentale is strategically perched over the beautiful Ponte Vecchio.

Fashionistas will love the chic, 1950’s-style design of this contemporary property, which is a nod to fashion icon and hotel owner Salvatore Ferragamo.

The hotel features 43 rooms and luxury suites as well as a variety of gourmet restaurants, from a contemporary Italian café, to a swanky rooftop cocktail bar, to an exceptional Michelin-starred restaurant.

Hotel Continentale is located at Vicolo dell’Oro, 6r, 50123 Firenze FI.

Grand Hotel Minerva is more than a boutique hotel, it’s a full-on urban resort. Plus, with 97 rooms, it’s hardly small!

Equipped with a heated rooftop pool that guests can enjoy from April to October, the hotel’s popular terrace area welcomes visitors year-round.

Dining options are also plentiful at Grand Hotel Minerva, including everything from a bistrot bar to a sky lounge.

Grand Hotel Minerva is located at P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 16, 50123 Firenze FI.

Located along the Arno River bank, Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is another great option if a Florence rooftop pool with a view is on the wish list!

Plus, visitors can benefit from the perk of privacy at the Empireo Rooftop Bar & Pool, as the pool is exclusively for the use of overnight guests.

The 82 rooms and 10 suites at the Plaza Hotel Lucchesi are effortlessly elegant, seamlessly combining classic beauty with contemporary elements.

In addition to a breakfast room where guests can select from sweet and savory offerings served buffet-style, Plaza Hotel Lucchesi also serves up culinary goodness in their bar and restaurant.

Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is located at Lungarno della Zecca Vecchia, 38, 50122 Firenze FI.

F55 Hotel Calzaiuoli is a pet-friendly hotel located in the heart of Florence’s shopping district.

The property has a total of 54 rooms ranging from classic and simple to prestigious with a view.

While a generous buffet breakfast is served in a spacious common room with large windows, guests can also enjoy the convenience of room service for a private breakfast experience.

F55 Hotel Calzaiuoli is located at Via dei Calzaiuoli, 6, 50122 Firenze FI between Piazza della Signoria and the Florence Cathedral.

Hotel Croce di Malta offers visitors to Florence the unique combination of tranquility and proximity to the major city sites.

One of those coveted Florence hotels with pools, this former-convent-turned-hotel offers guests a peaceful escape from the chaos of city life in its relaxing garden.

The property’s 98 rooms have charming Tuscan touches, including handcrafted wood detailing. Many of them offer views of the courtyard area.

Guests can also take in the view of the Duomo – and the surrounding beauty of Florence – from the hotel’s rooftop bar.

Although the property also has an on-site restaurant, it’s temporarily closed until further notice.

Hotel Croce di Malta is located at Via della Scala, 7, 50123 Firenze FI.

Antica Torre di Via Tornabuoni 1 is a unique luxury property contained within a medieval tower.

Guests can enjoy the panoramic view over Florence’s historic center from atop the rooftop terrace.

This is the perfect place to savor some of the city’s finest wines as well as indulge in a delicious meal at the Tower Restaurant. Come morning, the hotel’s sumptuous breakfast includes a combination of English and Mediterranean favorites.

Rooms at the Antica Torre di Via Tornabuoni 1 range from classic to a luxurious hammam suite equipped with a Turkish bath.

Antica Torre di Via Tornabuoni 1 is located at Via de’ Tornabuoni, 1, 50123 Firenze FI.

Part of the exceptional Rocco Forte hotel collection, Hotel Savoy marries elegance and contemporary sensibilities with a strong artistic flavor.

The sophisticated suites of the luxurious Hotel Savoy are refined and stylish, and many offer views of Brunelleschi’s Dome.

In addition, guests can enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine for lunch and/or dinner at Irene, the hotel’s inviting bistro.

Hotel Savoy is located at Piazza della Repubblica, 7, 50123 Firenze FI.

Born from an 18th-century palazzo, Baglioni Relais Santa Croce embodies elegance, from its frescoed ceilings to its luxurious suites.

In addition, this stylish, 24-room boutique property is also home to the largest 2-bedroom suite in all of Florence.

Plus, the hotel’s Guelfi & Ghibellini Restaurant is an experience unto itself, with impeccably prepared authentic Tuscan dishes that resemble works of art and access to an award-wining winery. Guests can also opt for the “breakfast inclusive” option when booking.

Baglioni Relais Santa Croce is located at Via Ghibellina, 87, 50122 Firenze FI.

It’s easy to see how The Place Firenze got its name, as it’s truly the place to be in Florence.

Florence’s original boutique hotel, the property is designed to be a “home away from home.” And while it’s immaculately decorated, it still maintains its homey quality.

Here, visitors can enjoy spectacular Duomo views from the comfort of airy rooms, particularly in the Duomo Rooftop Loft.

Guests can begin the day with an al fresco breakfast in The Kitchen & The Bar, the hotel’s Renaissance plaza, and return again for a romantic candlelit dinner.

The Place Firenze is located at P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 7, 50123 Firenze FI.

A mix of classic and Renaissance Florence décor, Hotel Bernini Palace is situated in a historic 15th-century palace.

With details ranging from canopy beds to glass chandeliers, guests will feel transported to a bygone era while remaining firmly rooted in the heart of the city.

In addition to spacious rooms with Duomo views, the beautiful terrace area offers panoramic city vistas.

Plus, with a lounge bar and restaurant inside a restored portico from 1500, guests will enjoy a unique dining experience with both national and international dishes.

Hotel Bernini Palace is located at Piazza di S. Firenze, 29, 50122 Firenze FI.

Dating back to 1885 and set in a 19th-century palazzo, Helvetia & Bristol is renowned as the first luxury hotel in central Florence.

While I normally gravitate toward privately-owned boutique accommodations over hotels that belong to property groups, I’m granting an exception for the wonderful Helvetia & Bristol.

Part of the Starhotels Collection, this special property effortlessly blends art, history, and craftsmanship.

After a recent expansion and a restoration of the hotel’s historic wing, this beloved property boasts 89 rooms – 64 in the Helvetia wing and the remaining 25 in the Bristol wing.

In addition, dining is an affair to remember here, with several restaurants for guests as well as spaces dedicated exclusively to private events.

For breakfast, in particular, guests can select from an extensive buffet in the property’s Winter Garden or a light bite at Il Baretto del Bristol Bar.

Helvetia & Bristol is located at Via dei Pescioni, 2, 50123 Firenze FI.

That concludes this compilation of fantastic Florence hotels near the Duomo.

While each property has something unique to offer, all feature knock-out views and an easy-peasy walk to Florence’s most beloved monument! I hope you’ll find this guide useful as you plan your stay in the Tuscany’s Renaissance capital.

Have you ever stayed in one of these Florence hotels near the Duomo? Or perhaps you have an alternative recommendation I can add to the list? Let me know in the comments below!

Looking for some additional inspiration for your Florence trip? Check out my other guides:

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