Via XXIV Maggio, 5, Santa Maria Novella, 50129 Florence, Italy
#134 of 719 B&Bs and Inns in Florence
Guests' ChoiceBased on 68 B&B reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.0
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Matthew
New ZealandAmazing friendly host Marco, present every morning to check on us. Great advice, good level of communication. Lovely breakfasts. Nice little outdoor table in secure courtyard. Close enough to walk everywhere, and far enough away to be quiet.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 July 2025
Conley
United StatesGreat location, walking distance to all of the attractions.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 July 2025
Julia
AustraliaNa
Absolutely beautiful! The kitchen was large and had lots of pots, pans, and other cooking equipment so we were able to make dinner & lunch. Breakfast was lovely and filled with lots of options, rooms were big and spacious - perfect for larger groups of friends or family. Little outdoor area was a perfect way to start our mornings. Fantastic location, literally a 3 minute walk from the closest tram stop which takes you to the central part of Florence. Marco was a sensational host, very kind, communicative, and always available to help with any requests we had regarding the accomodation & also made fantastic recommendations for our visit to Florence (e.g., where the closest super market is located). Rooms were also air-conditioned and had a lovely bathroom with lots of room. The cleaning service was also great, shout out to Marco and Bruno leaving our room and the kitchen sparkling clean! Unbeatable price for what you get, I highly recommend this accomodation.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2025
Trefor
United KingdomNothing everything was great.
The hosts were brilliant, good communication before and during the stay. Very helpful and made our stay special.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Amanda
United KingdomThe location was great for access to the city. The apartment is very comfortable. Bruno is a fabulous host, showing us on a map the places we might like to see, not just the tourist traps.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 8 May 2025
Maja
SloveniaN/a
Close to center but not too close. Easy 20min walk to major sights, Market, main train station. Clean, well organised, lovely veranda! Thank you Bruno for your hospitality! We will be back!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 April 2025
Antoine
FranceFruit juice option for breakfast instead of coffee.
We really enjoyed the room, all the facilities were great, even had a little terrace to eat outside. Bruno & Marco were super welcoming, giving plenty of recommendations for touristic & local places to visit or eat in. Breakfast was great! Would highly recommend!!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 9 April 2025
Kim
United StatesEveryone at B&B l’Olivo was so sweet and accommodating. Bruno and Marco are very pleasant people! We also enjoyed the location. If you’re coming from the Santa Novella Station, it’s only a 18 minutes walk. The property is next to a park that’s nice to chill at after a long day of exploring Florence. Additionally, the breakfast was great. I love the fruit and food that was provided. There’s also a nice patio space to get fresh air.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 2 April 2025
Sagrario
United StatesWe loved how dedicated they were to make us and everyone there fell at home. We had a wonderful time. Area is walkable and transportation is not far, basically you can move around the city using public transportation from this amazing location.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 17 January 2025
James
United StatesBreakfast & facilities were excellent.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 2 December 2024
Sorban
RomaniaStaff was very extremely nice and helpfull, great communication with the hosts. Clean room, confy bed, clean bathroom, very well equipped kitchen, overall great vibes in the building and the establishment, nice, interestingly decorated balcony at garden level. Short walk from the main attractions. Good breakfast.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 15 November 2024
Laura
New ZealandPerhaps a handout of close-by places to eat?
Well positioned very close to but and tram. Accommodation was super comfy in a quiet area Good shower with plenty of hot water. Breakfast well provisioned in advance so we could eat whenever it suited us Lovely courtyard area to sit out in
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 14 October 2024
Sue
CanadaThe bed was very comfortable but as a couple, one moved every time the partner moved!
The building is charming and the room very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked well for an enjoyable continental breakfast. Lovely garden space to enjoy some quiet time. The hosts are attentive, personable and knowledgeable!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 7 October 2024
Kaiden
United StatesOnly thing that I didn’t love was that the mosquitoes formed a sort of mafia in the back yard making it quite dangerous lol. But really it was not a big deal! Plus Marco allowed us to use the washer so it made up for it!
We loved Marco and Bruno, they were great host. Breakfast was simple and great! The room was spacious and well taken care of! The property was gorgeous and well maintained. We would definitely stay here again! I already miss Florence!
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 25 September 2024
Margaret
United StatesThe property was easy to find and walkable to everything in Florence, the train station, and bus routes.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Soma
United KingdomVery helpful staff, they advised us very clearly how to get the keys when we arrived late to the hotel in the midnight. They also advised us on places to visit with details. Both room and kitchen were very clean. Placed at a very good location close to the city tourist attractions and 10 min walk to the train station.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Susan
New Zealanda little bit out of town but easy enough to get into to town on the tram
really nice and quiet and cool (was 35 degrees when we stayed!). great communication and friendly owner.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
Juan
Isle of ManBreakfast was fine. WiFi excellent. Kitchen area was available to use at any time. Air con was good. And Marco and Bruno were excellent hosts.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 16 August 2024
James
United KingdomExcellent apartment in a good location in Florence, near the train station, owner Marco was superb.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 20 June 2024
Marie-chantal
CanadaLocation close to a tram and an awesome gellato place staff was great and knowledgeable.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 30 May 2024
Gelu
RomaniaWe were guests at B&B L'olivo for 7 days at the beginning of this month. From the beginning I want to thank Bruno and Marco for the way they welcomed us and made us feel like family. They take care that everything is clean and orderly. They help you solve any problem and any information you ask for has an answer. The location is in a quiet area, away from the noise of the city and tourists (but still close to the Cathedral - only a 20-minute walk) and there are plenty of restaurants and pizzerias nearby. I must mention the terrace and the little garden. It's a dream. When I was there, the jasmine was blooming. In the cool of the morning, the aroma of coffee mingled with the smell of jasmine, and the coffee served there was a good sign for a new day of visiting Florence. Thank you Bruno, thank you Marco. Gel U
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 23 May 2024
Die4uces
TurkeyCoffee is good but don't expect much from the breakfast
Clean and wide room, beautiful patio, good coffee, fast wifi
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Vaibhav
NetherlandsThis was the one of the best B&B we stayed , it’s very clean and staff was super nice
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Harilyn
NetherlandsIt was such a lovely place to stay. Very clean, beautiful room, good breakfast and very friendly host and staff.
Stayed in April 2024
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