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Hotel Franchi

3 star rated hotel
7.8/10 Good
(623 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
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Overview

Hotel Franchi is a popular choice for travellers needing a convenient base near Florence Airport. Guests consistently praise its clean and comfortable rooms and the friendly, helpful staff who go above and beyond to assist with transport arrangements. Many appreciate the hotel's proximity to the airport, though note it's not within walking distance and a taxi is typically required. While the on-site bar and limited food options are generally well-received, some reviews mention a less-than-ideal check-in process that involves using an app, which can be inconvenient for those unfamiliar with the technology. Also be aware there have been some complaints about the lack of an airport shuttle.

Guest highlights

Helpful staff who assist with transport arrangements
Clean and comfortable rooms
Onsite bar with food options

About the hotel

Nearby attractions

In the business district and near a train station, Hotel Franchi is in an area with good airport proximity. Historic Center - Downtown and Villa di Castello are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Florence Botanical Gardens and Boboli Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Visarno Arena or Stadio Artemio Franchi.

Popular amenities

Parking

24-hour drop-off airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free uncovered self parking on site

Wifi

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

1 bar
1 coffee shop/cafe
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–11:30 AM: EUR 5-15 for adults and EUR 5-15 for children
Room service available

Guest services

Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Virtual front desk

Accessibility

Accessible airport shuttle
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 26
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in room
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Outdoor

Garden
Rooftop terrace

Conveniences

Elevator
Front-desk safe

More

Smoke-free property
TV in lobby
map

Reviews that mention...

Hotel Reviews

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4 out of 5 stars

57 reviews

Review data

5 star reviews

42%

4 star reviews

25%

3 star reviews

19%

2 star reviews

11%

1 star reviews

4%

We have selected a sample of reviews which reflect what travellers have said about Hotel Franchi

Showing 1 - 10 of 57 reviews

Latest reviews (57)

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Tyler

7 Jul 2024 - 8 Jul 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Very nice hotel near the airport. Only issue is Expedia messenger makes communication hard maybe book through another site.
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Michael

26 May 2024 - 27 May 2024
reviewed on orbitz

4 out of 5 stars

Good hotel for early flight out. Close to airport but cannot walk to airport must take a taxi.
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Annette

23 May 2024 - 25 May 2024
reviewed on orbitz

5 out of 5 stars

Close to the airport and nice places to eat within walking distance
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Jack

24 May 2024 - 25 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Super close to the airport which made a very early flight much easier
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Ashley

23 May 2024 - 24 May 2024
reviewed on hcom

1 out of 5 stars

Promised shuttle service at 4:30am but it never came. Very stressful had to call a taxi. The over perfumed area and room gave me a massive headache would not recommend this hotel or your service again.
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kimberly

6 May 2024 - 7 May 2024
reviewed on expedia

2 out of 5 stars

With no front desk and virtual check in only those of us without data turned on are at a disadvantage. You have to pay the city tax via paypal - after which using, my credit card number was stolen (not the hotels fault). Taxi between the airport, though only 1 km, cost 15 Euros. Clean and simple rooms - GREAT breakfast!
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Marsha

29 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2024
reviewed on expedia

2 out of 5 stars

I had a 6am flight and wanted a hotel close to the airport, Franchi was described as having airport shuttle and that was the ONLY reason I booked it. When I asked about the shuttle I was told the hotel does not have it and that I should order a taxi. Now, it is merely 900m from the terminal, but via semi-industrial area that does not have sidewalks, no option to walk at all, let alone with suitcases. Reception assured us the taxi would be 15 euros (a rip-off, considering the distance), but then we were charges 22 euros, for 900m ride! Next time I would stay downtown instead of moving closer to the airport the night before departure, because not only the information about the shuttle was not correct, the surrounding area looks awful. Booking this hotel was a big mistake.
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Eric

25 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024
reviewed on expedia

1 out of 5 stars

Didn't respond to emails. Didn't send promised email with links to set up smartphone.They apparently speak of "emails" but mean "WhatsApp," which we don't have. Showed up and had to wait a long time as they tried to set up my smartphone. All attempts failed. Eventually gave us key card after we stood around for 15 minutes. Process is all to save 5 cents on cost of key card and be "modern"? Website includes false information about parking and, oddly, ZTL, which they acknowledged but are unlikely to change. Tired to call to determine if website info true, but it took numerous phone calls before they picked up and acknowledged info was false (about that location). And why no place to put soap in shower? Another attempt to save a couple of euros by not installing soap holder? Cheap discount-store quality furniture. As crow flies, very close to airport (which is why booked), but in reality taxi to airport is 20 euros.
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Leo J

20 Apr 2024 - 21 Apr 2024
reviewed on travelocity

5 out of 5 stars

They did not have a shuttle to the airport however they called a cab and it was an easy inexpensive ride to the airport The location being close to the airport was what we wanted and it worked well
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Shauna

14 Apr 2024 - 15 Apr 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

We enjoyed our stay. The owners are onsite, friendly, and are there for any need. We arrived 2 hours before our check in time. He walked us through the keyless entry for the building and room, kept our luggage whike we had a few drinks in the garden area, and gave us a great room which was cozy but very clean and comfortable. We had dinner here as well and it was very good. They also arranged for a cab to the airport at 4:30am (about 5 mins away by car). We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.
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