“Peaceful location - lovely hotel”

The hotel is a tranquil retreat after the bustle of the historic city centre. Whilst not central, it is on a bus route - if you prefer not to walk. The rooms are spacious, tastefully furnished and decorated, with good en suites. The staff are helpful and pleasant and the reception staff speak excellent English If we return to Florence, we will stay there again.

“Countryside in the city”

The Hotel Villa Betania is a very pleasant 25 minute stroll into the heart of Florence. Surrounded by tree lined avenues, the hotel is situated in its own grounds. The hotel which I believe was originally a residental property has been turned into a rather nice small hotel with a lot of character. The area is quiet and the abundance of trees and bushes makes it very rural, although close to the centre of Florence. When the weather is good breakfast and drinks from the bar can be taken outside. I found the staff to be very friendly and extremely helpful with information on Florence, and booking taxies to the airport, etc. The hotel is clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend this hotel.

“It was great”

Everything was great. Especially guys at the front desk. They were especially helpful with directions and maps. Breakfast was really good, fresh every day in pleasant surroundings. The only thing we did not love was the TV, all channels in Italian or German. Would have been nice to have one station with english speaking shows.

“It is a hike to get to town, but perfect nonetheless”

If you book this hotel, know that it is about 1.5 miles to the Ponte Vecchio. Don't complain about it! You should have read up on it. Besides that, this place is great. From a very good and varied breakfast, to free parking and free internet, to great customer service, and a clean, comfortable room to boot. If the walk sounds like a good way to work off the extra pizza, pasta, and gelato, then book this place now!

“Le havre de Florence”

Parking, ce qui permet d'aller à pied à Florence, petit déjeuner, environnement naturel, charme toscan, état de l'hotel, confort des chambres, déco, prestations offertes...on revient ici sans hésiter.

“Very Good Hotel to Explore Florence Area”

Villa Betania Hotel is a very good place to explore Florence and surrounding area (good value). The staff is friendly and helpful. To leverage the location use of local bus system is essential and the tourist information office can provide a map of bus routes. The walk to Ponte Vecchio via Porta Roma is a down grade and takes about 20 to 25 minutes. Bus number 11 covers the distance in about 10 minutes. Review based upon length of stay 6 nights in early May.

“trés bon séjour”

une villa florentine récement rénovée de grande chambre (un peu fraiche !)bon petit déjeuner emplacement idéal (calme & proximité du centre historique)service compétent et souriant une tres bonne adresse pour visiter florence

“Excellent ,comfortable hotel in convenient location”

Villa Betania is exactly what we were looking for regards accommodation. There was ample off street parking and the hotel was within walking distance of central Florence and restaurants. We never used the car while in Florence. The service was excellent and the continental breakfast very good.I recommend Villa Betania for any travellers.

“great experience”

We're glad we stayed here. Especially good choice if you have a car as it's just outside the city, but walking distance.

“For those who want to dicover Tuscany by car”

Very good location : in a quiet neighborhood, in the middle of a terrific garden, with an excellent parking which is free. 20 minutes walk to the very center. If lazy - take a taxi for just 11 Euros or a bus. It's an ideal location for those who want to discover not only Florence but the whole Tuscony by car. The day-shift receptionist is extremely helpful and speaks english and french. The breakfast was just a little poor but anyway of a good quality.