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Hotel Palazzo Guadagni vs Academy Hostel
Both hotels are praised by experts. On balance, Hotel Palazzo Guadagni is the choice of most professionals compared to Academy Hostel. Hotel Palazzo Guadagni is ranked #40 in Florence with positive reviews from 4 sources such as The Telegraph, Rough Guide and Oyster.
Hotel Palazzo Guadagni
Rough Guide
The Telegraph
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Piazza Santo Spirito 9, 50125 Florence
From $95 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Multilingual
Rough Guide
"Beautifully refurbished in 2009, this three- star hotel has 15 rooms on three floors, furnished with family antiques."
The Telegraph
8.0
"Many veteran Florence-lovers would like to keep Palazzo Guadagni their own little secret but the word is out and anyone seeking good value and quirky charm in the centro storico appreciates this hotel."
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"Situated on Piazza Santo Spirito and away from hectic tourist crowds, the 15-room Hotel Palazzo Guadagni is a mid-range property with beautiful historic features and individually-designed rooms."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This romantic hotel overlooking Florence's liveliest summertime square is legendary – Zeffirelli shot scenes from Tea with Mussolini here."
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Academy Hostel
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Let's Go
Oyster
The Telegraph
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Via Ricasoli 9, 50122 Florence
From $33 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Multilingual
- Air Conditioning
Rough Guide
"Since opening in 2008, this modern hostel has won awards for its service and excellent facilities."
Frommer's
"If a gated courtyard right in the center appears rather a grand address for a hostel, that is because this is no ordinary student traveler dive."
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Let's Go
"Don’t wait another minute to make a reservation at this hostel—with only 30 beds and the best value in the neighborhood, it’s no surprise that Academy doesn’t have many last-minute vacancies."
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Oyster
Budget
"The 10-room Academy Hostel is a budget property close to the Duomo that's ideal for young travelers looking for a clean, affordable spot for exploring the city."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"Wedged between Florence’s two most iconic monuments – David and the Duomo – the Academy Hostel’s location could hardly be better."
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