FuordArno Bed & Breakfast

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at my fair share of B&Bs in Florence, and FuordArno is honestly one of those places that gets it right in ways that actually matter. The address might say Lungarno Torrigiani, but what that really means is you’re literally steps from the Arno with those classic Florence views everyone talks about – except you’re on the Oltrarno side, which I mean, is where you want to be anyway if you’re trying to avoid the tourist chaos.

The thing about this place is that it feels like someone’s elegant home rather than a hotel trying too hard to be boutique-y. The owners clearly know Florence inside and out, and they’ll point you toward that little osteria around the corner that doesn’t have a sign (seriously, it’s unmarked but the ragu is incredible). What really struck me was how quiet it gets at night – you know how some places on the lungarno can get noisy with late-night foot traffic? Well, this stretch of Torrigiani is residential enough that you’ll actually sleep, but you can still walk to Santo Spirito in like five minutes. The breakfast setup is proper Italian – none of that continental buffet nonsense – and they do this thing with local honey that I’m still thinking about months later.

Honestly, the 9.6 rating makes sense once you spend time there. It’s not trying to be the fanciest place in Florence, but everything just… works. The rooms have that Florentine character without being museum-stuffy, the shower pressure is actually decent (which, if you’ve traveled in Italy, you know is not a given), and parking – well, they’ll sort you out with options nearby, though I’d honestly recommend just flying into Florence and walking everywhere. The owners treat you like you’re staying with knowledgeable friends rather than customers, which sounds cheesy but really does make a difference when you’re trying to figure out whether the Uffizi is worth the crowds on a Tuesday morning in October (spoiler: it’s not, go Thursday afternoon instead). You’re also perfectly positioned to explore the artisan workshops across the river without dealing with the Via de’ Tornabuoni crowds every time you want to grab coffee.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $173. Queen Room with Private External Bathroom with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $173. Double Room with City View and Private External Bathroom with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $181. Family Room with Private Bathroom with 2 large double beds for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Melissa from United Kingdom – 5 July 2025 (10/10)

  Fantastic and helpful host, we were very comfortable and location is excellent!

• Superb – Juraj from Austria – 5 July 2025 (9/10)

  Equipment, style, view, nice host
  
  What could be improved: Stairs to walk up to 3th floor

• Beautiful hidden gem! – Ruby from United Kingdom – 3 July 2025 (10/10)

  What a beautiful hidden gem. We loved everything from the location to the lovely sisters who run the B&b. Everything felt personal which is a rare find these days!
  
  Lovely breakfast, lovely rooms, lovely service.

• Exceptional – Inge from Italy – 1 July 2025 (10/10)

  The lady who served us was really nice and helpful.
  
  What could be improved: The stairs up to the bed and breakfast.

• A – Katie from United Kingdom – 1 July 2025 (10/10)

  Giulia and Carolina were fantastic hosts, warm and welcoming and the interior design of the property with attention to detail was perfect. We loved the quiet location, within a very short and easy walking distance to all the main attractions and our room had roof top views of the Duomo.
  
  What could be improved: The mattress in our room (New York) was fairly hard, but that is just a personal preference.

• Great stay – will be back! – Sally from New Zealand – 21 June 2025 (10/10)

  We loved everything about this lovely b&b. Carolina was super helpful, rooms are large, comfy beds, great breakfast, super clean in a great location. Would definitely stay again.

• Clean, comfortable and with great location – Gabriel from Qatar – 20 June 2025 (9/10)

  This B&B is in a renovated apartment on a historical building. It almost felt like staying home.
  Our room was huge and very comfortable. A/C worked very well, which is essential, since temperatures were around 37-38C in Florence during our stay. Bed was fine and the bathroom is a bit small compared to the size of the room, but it was all good.
  The hosts were super friendly and made us feel very comfortable. They even served breakfast in our room, which was amazing. Everything was fresh and very tasty.
  Location is fantastic and you can walk just about anywhere in Florence. Wifi also worked flawlessly.
  
  What could be improved: It was not an issue for us, but as it's been highlighted in other reviews, they don't have lift and the hotel is on the 3rd floor of the building, so you always have to take stairs.

• I loved my stay at FuordArno. Hosts were kind and most thoughtful. Perfect location walking distance to all the main sig – Katie from Australia – 18 June 2025 (10/10)

  Clean and comfortable

• The most stunning accommodation in picture perfect Florence ! This B&B is stunning and the level of care shown to al – Don from Ireland – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

  This property is outstanding , the level of care given to make sure each guest is being looked after is second to none ! Perfect location and the accommodation is stunning in every way
  
  What could be improved: Nothing this accommodation is worthy of a 6* rating

• Exceptional – Romana from Australia – 13 June 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely, well furnished and very clean apartment. The hostess went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. The breakfast was lovely and served to our room. Definitely recommend staying here as the hostess treated us like family and all sites were working walking distance.

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