Title: Essence Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Essence Hotel Inn in Florence, 7-minute walk to Central Market ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/d4d4e6dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/88a6afc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/798de11d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/2ab384b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/ebb4b8aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Travelers are perfectly positioned at Essence Hotel in downtown Florence. Enjoy comfortable rooms with free WiFi at this smoke-free property with luggage storage. Guests are within walking distance of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Uffizi Gallery. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 5 - Nov. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 6 - Nov. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 14 - Nov. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=107951825&PinnedHotelID=107951825&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/88a6afc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107960000/107951900/107951825/d5c279fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double or Twin Room, City View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Heating Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Hair dryer Desk In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFlorence-Hotels-Essence-Hotel.h107951825.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FFlorence-Hotels-Essence-Hotel.h107951825.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.78082%2C11.25373&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b8iW_0qb5nyGBSjCSfr4tFFx9I4=) 19 Piazza della Indipendenza, Florence, FI, 50129 #### What's nearby - Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Piazza del Duomo - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Uffizi Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Ponte Vecchio - 19 min walk - 1.6 km #### Getting around - Fortezza Tram Stop - 5 min walk - Florence Santa Maria Novella Station - 11 min walk - Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪TSH Rooftop Bar - ‬3 min walk - ‪Caffè Rainer - ‬4 min walk - ‪Fuoco Matto - ‬3 min walk - ‪Base V Juicery - ‬3 min walk - ‪KUNGFU RAMEN 功夫拉面 - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Essence Hotel Inn near Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Close to Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio, Essence Hotel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and an elevator - Luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Essence Hotel offer amenities such as free WiFi, safes, and sound-insulated walls. 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Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Desk - Free local calls - Heating - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Essence Hotel Inn Essence Hotel Florence Essence Hotel Inn Florence ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Essence Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Essence Hotel? > As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essence Hotel on Nov 10, 2025 start from CA $146.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Essence-Hotel.h107951825.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Essence Hotel? > Essence Hotel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Essence Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Essence Hotel? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Essence Hotel located? > Located in Historic Centre of Florence, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Via Faenza, Central Market, and Gallery of the Academy of Florence. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Basilica of Santa Maria Novella are also within 15 minutes. Fortezza Tram Stop is 5 minutes by foot and Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop is 6 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Essence Hotel Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great small hotel close to centre of Florencr Very comfortable, clean, well equipped small hotel. Conveniently situated for exploring Florence on foot. Quirky old fashioned lift. Definitely recommend ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lily Oct 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities New and fresh hotel ##### Lily Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcial Jan 1, 2025 All the staff was very helpful and accommodating. The rooms were extremely clean, updated, and smell fresh. We would definitely stay with our family again. Thank you for everything!!!! ##### Marcial Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tristen Sep 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Raffaella at the reception was one of the most wonderful people we have met on our entire trip. She helped us out with everything and was such a joy to be around. The place was incredible, brand new everything. Quiet and comfortable rooms. I would recommend to anyone to stay here ##### Tristen Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kimberly Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Small but clean and nice. only issue was elevator wasnt always working ##### Kimberly Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grete Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely host, very welcoming and helpful. Modern, clean and spacious room with a beautiful view of the city. Very secure building. Would definitely return. ##### Grete Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### simon Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Started in an access room which was at the rear of the hotel. En suite floods a little as no shower door. When we told them. They moved us to an upper floor room at the front. Amazing room and views. They also put out a light breakfast. Which was a welcome surprise. Great location too. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/22618cd3-1ac4-4be1-a35a-271d3827555b-1752950258715.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### simon Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lucca was absolutely amazing, so friendly approachable and helpful and gave some amazing recommendations! In a great location close enough for a stroll to the duomo in about 10-15 minutes. Hotel so clean and rooms lovely and spacious. ##### Olivia Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Octavio Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel bonito, cerca del centro y la chica que nos recibió nos dio excelentes recomendaciones y se portó muy amable. Las habitaciones son pequeñas y solo tienen lo básico. ##### Octavio Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Juan Sep 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very nice ##### Juan Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tatiana Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Boa localização e bem reformado. Hotel antigo mas todo reformado boa localização. Apenas falta ter um café da manhã pois é anunciado mas ao chegar a recepcionista avisa que se trata apenas de um cafe e biscoitos. O quarto é amplo e arejado todo novo e reformado. Adoramos a vista para o topo da Duomo. ##### Tatiana Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nicolas Jul 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vraiment top Merci pour ce joli accueil, un hotel au top franchement, genial pour les familles. Je recommande vraiment cet hotel. Bien placé, proche du mercato central, et de la gare principal. GENIAL en photo la vue de notre chambre ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/708227ac-75de-4277-bc81-04d837ee5aff-1753272435757.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### nicolas Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities It was not hard to find the property. The room was nice and clean. However the property was in the middle of the building. It was somewhat hard to find the room. The elevator looked ancient and scary. It was so small that it was barely fit all our luggages. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Farzana Jun 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Pleasant stay Small sized hotel on 2 floors located in a likely converted apartments Cool and clean rooms Friendly receptionist Interesting/ archaic lift ☺️ ##### Farzana Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael Jun 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Florence Nice quiet location on the park. 15 minute walk to Duomo. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cbbc6814-6c72-4b25-b680-cac2d6affd17-1750419856803.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick May 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautiful room. Great location. The owner gave us wonderful recomendations that enhanced our trip. Really couldn't ask for any more. ##### Patrick Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zhi May 3, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Great attentive staff. Clean room and location. Good service recovery when needed. Thanks! ##### Zhi Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monica Apr 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Todo estuvo perfecto. La atención y comunicación fue en todo momento con respuestas inmediatas. El hotel en una excelente ubicación y muy limpio ##### Monica Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Beate Apr 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Der Ausblick war sehr schön. Auch der Park vor dem Hotel ist gut zum Ausruhen auf einer Bank. Leider war es Nachts und am Morgen zu laut. wir mussten deshalb die Fenster schließen. Aber trotzdem ist das kleine Hotel sehr zu empfehlen. Alles ist neu renoviert und modern. ##### Beate Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yantian Mar 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Essence hotel makes good sense We had a great stay at the Essence Hotel. It is in a quieter part of town but still close to everything. The room we stayed in was clean and modern. Most major attractions in Florence were within easy walking distance. We'd be happy to stay here again next time when we come back to visit Tuscany. ##### Yantian Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 좋은 호텔 아주 깔끔하고 스텝들도 매우 친절함 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Execente A estadia foi maravilhosa, desde a estrutura dos quartos até o atendimento do staff ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose J Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to dining ##### Jose J Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alfonso Oct 24, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Buena hotel Sin duda regresaría a este hotel, muy buena ubicación, habitaciones nuevas, zona tranquila, te dan tarjeta y código para ingresar a cualquier hora, la recepción está limitada a ciertos horarios. En general experiencia buena se los recomiendo. Huésped mexicano. ![La vista de mi habitación ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/945551B8C56733F69C82890B192D2BBCA25B855B1729764746993.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alfonso Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guadalupe Oct 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It is very well located, the staff is very attentive and the rooms are very clean and comfortable. ##### Guadalupe Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Berchielli](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-Berchielli.h521260.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Duomo Firenze](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-Duomo.h2541603.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Hotel Firenze City Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-BB-Hotel-Firenze-City-Center.h25189.Hotel-Information) > > [NH Firenze](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-NH-Firenze.h2387.Hotel-Information) > > [Plaza Hotel Lucchesi](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Plaza-Hotel-Lucchesi.h8741.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Adriatico](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Adriatico.h21881.Hotel-Information) > > [Firenze Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Firenze-Rentals.h16706180.Hotel-Information) > > [Brunelleschi Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Brunelleschi-Hotel.h2947.Hotel-Information) > > [c-hotels Ambasciatori](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-C-Hotels-Ambasciatori.h1829.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Baglioni](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Baglioni.h6371.Hotel-Information) > > [Gallery Hotel Art - Lungarno Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Gallery-Hotel-Art-Lungarno-Collection.h14614.Hotel-Information) > > [The Market Urban Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-The-Market-Urban-Hotel.h108028.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Kraft](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-Kraft.h27795.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hotel Cavour](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Cavour.h10993.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Spadai](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-Spadai.h10447242.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel David](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-David.h521254.Hotel-Information) > > [Globus Urban Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Globus-Urban-Hotel.h913526.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Pendini](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-Pendini.h54105.Hotel-Information) > > [25hours Hotel Florence Piazza San Paolino](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-25hours-Hotel-Piazza-San-Paolino.h70128094.Hotel-Information) > > [FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-FH55-Grand-Hotel-Mediterraneo.h70752.Hotel-Information) > > [AC Hotel Firenze by Marriott](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-AC-Hotel-Firenze-By-Marriott.h1593256.Hotel-Information) > > [Il Perseo](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Il-Perseo.h2693693.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Firenze](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Firenze.h1838796.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel La Scaletta Al Ponte Vecchio](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-La-Scaletta-Florence.h1604285.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Calimala Florence](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Hotel-Calimala.h37955169.Hotel-Information) > > [Aurum Uffizi](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Fiorino.h2541615.Hotel-Information) > > [Bernini Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-Bernini-Palace.h13999.Hotel-Information) > > [The Excelsior, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Florence](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-The-Excelsior.h24015.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Florence](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Florence.h439.Hotel-Information) > > [San Firenze Suites & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels-San-Firenze-Suites-Spa.h4455834.Hotel-Information)