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Academy Hostel vs Villa La Massa
Both Academy Hostel and Villa La Massa are highly recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Academy Hostel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Villa La Massa. Academy Hostel ranks #19 in Florence with accolades from 5 reviews including Let's Go, Frommer's and oyster.com.
Academy Hostel
Rough Guide
Frommer's
Let's Go
Oyster
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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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Villa La Massa
Michelin Guide
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Jetsetter
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Via della Massa 24, 50012 Candeli
From $524 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Michelin Guide
"Surrounded by tranquil green hills, this 17C Medici villa offers superb views of the Arno. Period-style decor, as well as a shuttle seivice to central Florence."
Fodor's
"A shuttle bus runs every hour to and from the center of Florence, but the place is so peaceful, you might not want to bother."
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Travel + Leisure
"16th-century Medicean villa, the sister property to Lake Como’s historic Villa d’Este. ."
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Star Service
"This evocative villa-hotel excites well-heeled visitors with its opulent period surroundings, well-rounded facilities and good service. "
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Jetsetter
"When you stay at Villa La Massa in Bagno a Ripoli, you'll be on a river and close to Villa Gamberaia and Stadio Artemio Franchi."
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