Hotel Number Nine

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Hotel Number Nine? The fact that it’s tucked away on this narrow medieval street that most tourists completely miss, even though you’re literally a three-minute walk from the Duomo. I mean, Dei Conti Street is one of those cobblestone lanes where you can actually hear your footsteps echo off the ancient walls – pretty magical when you’re rolling your suitcase over those stones at sunset.

The building itself is this gorgeously restored 15th-century palazzo, and honestly, they’ve nailed that sweet spot between historical charm and modern comfort. The lobby has these original frescoed ceilings that make you crane your neck like you’re in the Sistine Chapel, but then there’s perfectly functioning WiFi and USB ports exactly where you need them. My room (I stayed there twice, actually) had this incredible view over the rooftops toward Santa Maria Novella – you can see the church’s geometric marble facade from certain angles, which is pretty spectacular when the morning light hits it just right. The beds are legitimately comfortable too, not just hotel-marketing comfortable, and the AC actually works during Florence’s sweltering summer months.

What really sets this place apart is the location knowledge you get from the staff. They’ll tell you to hit the Mercato Centrale around 11 AM before the cruise ship crowds arrive, or which osteria on Via del Trebbio serves the best ribollita (it’s the one with no English menu, by the way). The concierge recommended this tiny gelato spot on Via dei Tavolini that I never would’ve found otherwise – locals were literally lining up there while tourists queued at the overpriced places near the Ponte Vecchio. Parking is tricky in this area, like everywhere in Florence’s centro storico, but they’ve got arrangements with a garage about five minutes away, and they’ll actually coordinate the whole thing for you instead of just handing you a map and saying “good luck.”

The breakfast situation is solid – not one of those sad continental spreads, but proper Italian coffee (they use local roaster Ditta Artigianale beans) and fresh pastries from a nearby bakery. You eat in this beautiful courtyard garden that feels like a secret hideaway from the crowds already gathering outside. I actually ended up spending extra time there each morning just people-watching and planning my day, which tells you something about how relaxing the atmosphere is. The whole hotel runs quietly too – you’re not dealing with slamming doors or elevator dings all night, even though the building is pretty full most of the time.

Look, Florence has no shortage of luxury hotels, but most of them either feel like generic international chains or they’re so obsessed with being “authentic” that they forget about basic comfort. Hotel Number Nine gets both sides right – you’re sleeping in a piece of Renaissance history, but your shower has proper water pressure and your room stays cool in August. Plus, you’ll spend less time figuring out where to go and more time actually enjoying the city, which is worth a lot when you only have a few days in Florence.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $232. Superior Double Room for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $331. Superior Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $353. Deluxe Double Room with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $371. Luxury Triple Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $446. Junior Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $462. Luxury Quadruple Room with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $488. Deluxe Junior Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $530. Standard Suite with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $553. Suite with City View with 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $649. Queen Suite with Spa Bath with 2 double beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $720. Suite with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Very good – Benedicte from United Kingdom – 28 June 2025 (8/10)

  Central location and great location
  
  What could be improved: Pick your room wisely, if possible not on the street as very noisy at night even on a high floor. Some staff are a bit abrupt but it might be a cultural difference.

• Fabulous hotel in the center of Florence – Aghogho from United Kingdom – 24 June 2025 (10/10)

  Hotel Number Nine is definitely in the top hotels I’ve ever stayed at. We were in Florence to celebrate my husband’s 30th and the staff made our stay a very memorable experience from helping me to organise balloons and bubbles on arrival to surprising him with a birthday cake at breakfast. We are so thankful to everyone at the hotel for a wonderful stay! The hotel was incredibly clean, breakfast was fabulous and the service was 10/10. Need to also mention the gym and the fact that guests can also take part in free workout classes. Great location too, literally 3 mins from the Duomo. If you get a chance to book, do not hesitate! If back in Florence, this would be our first choice to stay.

• Perfect location, wonderful room, exceptional staff! – David from United States – 27 May 2025 (10/10)

  The service was amazing and our room was spectacular.
  
  What could be improved: The decor in the hallways is a little tired, the breakfast was not amazing.

• 5 min to Duomo! – John from Singapore – 23 May 2025 (9/10)

  Super convenient location to Duomo, San Lorenzo and market – literally 5 min. Valentina and Laura Jiang were very responsive and helpful before we arrived
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Cosy fun well located – Sophie from United Kingdom – 18 May 2025 (8/10)

  Location – 2 mins from the Duomo or the central food market
  Part of a Private member club with a Friday music night – v good fun, nice atmosphere
  Lovely steam rooms / hammam area – felt fantastic after an hour in there
  Very comfortable large bed
  Congenial and friendly staff – very hospitable and lovely people
  
  What could be improved: Temperature control in shower stuck (on relatively hot temperature for me)
  Safe not working – broken door
  For me the layout / decoration / fixtures / fittings and therefore atmosphere didn’t hit the mark – very eclectic and mad but not elegant with it, slightly rabbit warren internally – Suspect I’m not target market (51F). Didn’t feel the level of luxury I would expect at the rate I paid (and have paid in other Florence hotels)

• I wish I had tried a meal there otherwise everything there was beyond my expectation. The spa was world class but the st – Rischard from South Africa – 1 May 2025 (10/10)

  Service was the best I’ve experienced in Italy
  
  What could be improved: Nothing I can think of actually

• A fabulous couple of days in Florence. – Alison from United Kingdom – 13 April 2025 (10/10)

  Staff all very friendly and helpful their restaurant recommendations were excellent , the bed was really comfortable as were the pillows , the breakfast was very good and service fast and efficient. Loved the interior design.Would definitely recommend.

• Exceptional – Stanislav from Russia – 7 April 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect! Above expectation

• Almost perfect! – Jason from Spain – 1 April 2025 (8/10)

  Amazing location and excellent apart from the rooms service. Food was not up to standard and very dissatisfied with this one aspect. The charge was removed from the bill but just for reference for the owners. Spa was outstanding. Highly recommend.

• We had such a great stay at Hotel Number Nine that we will come back and stay again! – Melanie from United States – 17 March 2025 (10/10)

  Conveniently located, walking distance to everything. The staff were so pleasant, knowledgeable and accommodating. The breakfast was excellent with lots of options. The Deluxe King room was very spacious, modern and clean! Daisy’s restaurant and bar were an added bonus, great atmosphere with live music in the evening.

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