La Fonderia Firenze

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about La Fonderia Firenze? The name actually makes sense once you’re there – this used to be an old foundry, and they’ve kept just enough industrial touches to remind you without making it feel like some forced theme park situation. It’s tucked away on Via della Fonderia, which honestly I’d never heard of before booking (and I’ve been to Florence maybe six times), but it turns out to be this perfect little pocket south of the center where you’re close enough to walk everywhere but far enough to escape the tourist mayhem.

The whole vibe is… well, it’s hard to pin down exactly. Industrial chic, I guess, but done by people who actually understand what that means. The rooms have these beautiful exposed beam ceilings – real ones, not fake – and the bathroom fixtures are this perfect mix of modern and vintage that doesn’t feel try-hard. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound; you’d think with all that concrete and steel it might echo, but they’ve somehow made it incredibly quiet. I mean, Florence can get pretty rowdy at night, especially in summer, but I slept like a baby every night I was there. The beds are proper firm too, which might not be everyone’s thing, but after days of walking on cobblestones, my back thanked me.

Here’s the thing about the location that took me a day to figure out – you’re actually in this really authentic neighborhood where people live and work, not just the historic center where everything’s geared toward tourists. There’s this little alimentari around the corner where the owner remembers your face after one visit, and honestly some of the best coffee I had in the city was at this no-name bar two blocks away where I was literally the only non-Italian. The walk to the Duomo is maybe 15 minutes, but it’s through actual Florence streets where you’ll pass craftsmen’s workshops and neighborhood trattorias that don’t have English menus. The staff at La Fonderia seemed to get this – they’re not just giving you the standard tourist recommendations, but actually pointing you toward places they’d go themselves. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward too; none of that overly formal hotel theater, just genuine people who seemed happy to see you and knew their stuff about the city. If I had one small complaint, it’s that the elevators are a bit slow, but honestly, that’s probably the most minor thing ever. I’d definitely stay here again – actually, I’m already planning to when I go back in the spring.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $167. Double Room with Patio with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $176. Deluxe Double Room with Balcony with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $232. Family Room with Patio with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $88. Single Room with Private External Bathroom with 1 single bed for Max persons: 1

Reviews

• Really nice place to stay, would recommend. – Rochelle from New Zealand – 2 July 2025 (10/10)

  Good location, a 20 minute walk to Ponte Vecchio.
  Great room for 2 adults and 2 young adults, each pair having their own bathroom, with lovely fluffy towels.
  Our host was friendly, efficient and the breakfast had something for all- hot and cold. There were tasty snacks in the shared space and a different cake each day.
  
  What could be improved: The air conditioning struggled in extreme temperatures but so did we all!

• Friendly and very pleasant stay. – Wendy from United Kingdom – 2 July 2025 (8/10)

  Good location away from the crowds. Tranquil garden although too hot to use!
  Joan was a lovely host and very helpful with information.
  
  What could be improved: Bathroom very small. Difficult to get in and out.

• Wonderful place to stay for those willing to walk about 15-20 mins to city center! – Brianne from United States – 1 July 2025 (10/10)

  The room was clean and comfortable, we loved using our balcony, the breakfast was wonderful, and the shared space for breakfast was easy to access and beautiful. Our stay felt quiet and we were able to access the room as soon as we arrived even though we were a little early, which we really appreciated.
  
  What could be improved: Our two young kids were with us and it was a little far for them to walk and also a little hard to navigate the bus system from this location.

• A lovely short stay in Florence at La Fonderia. A lovely place to stay full of charm and character! – Jeetendrakumar from United Kingdom – 24 June 2025 (9/10)

  Size of room – spacious
  Cleanliness – very clean – spotless
  Breakfast – not a vast menu but absolutely adequate and very nice
  Staff – Joan could not do more for us – she was extremely helpful, welcoming and friendly
  THANK YOU! We will be returning.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing – all good – thank you!

• Lovely stay in a beautiful city. – Jen from United States – 22 June 2025 (10/10)

  Perfectly located next to the Arno River. 20 minute walk from town center. Comfortable rooms

• I LOVE IT HERE! La Fonderia was just magical! Alessandro and Joan really made our stay. – Kelsey from United States – 22 June 2025 (10/10)

  I LOVE IT HERE! La Fonderia was just magical! Alessandro and Joan really made our stay. The hotel is cute, colorful, and close enough to all the attractions you will want to see.

• Adorable accommodation near to the city center – Lotta from Finland – 4 June 2025 (9/10)

  The staff was welcoming and very helpful. Possibility to use the parking space was good! The location was perfect since it just not in the crowded city center but still near. For example, there is an easy bus connection to Piazzale Michelangelo. The breakfast was good!
  Our room was very small for two adults but it was still ok for 1 night visit. The patio is nice.
  
  What could be improved: The sound proofing was quite bad. If it was noisy outside the building or in the b&b lobby we could hear everything. So bring your ear plugs!

• Like Alice in Wonderland – Luna from Italy – 29 May 2025 (10/10)

  This B&B made my trip, for real. I can’t tell you how much I laughed and enjoyed my room – the one with the external bathroom. I never knew I could feel like Alice in Wonderland! I loved that they keep some things like water, coffee or tea 24/7, so you don’t have to worry about that. Breakfast is really good. Staff are the best, indeed.
  
  What could be improved: Clearly is not that I didn’t like it, for sure, but I’m giving this advice to not recommend the room with external bathroom to someone alone with mobility issues because it’s a little bit difficult to get to it – everything else was amazing.

• Joyful – Anna-marie from United Kingdom – 29 May 2025 (10/10)

  Absolutely loved the friendliness we met with. Carry on singing! Would happily return.
  
  What could be improved: A few more stairs than expected.

• Great room in great location – Chin from Singapore – 20 May 2025 (10/10)

  The location was super convenient to almost all attractions within walking distance. We especially like naoji for her service. The b&b serve great breakfast with variety of choices. The parking was just next to the property. We also love our family room that has 2 toilets.

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