Finding cheap deals for accommodation near Florence’s main train station, Firenze Santa Maria Novella, puts you at the heart of the city’s transport system, as well as within walking distance of the historic Old Town.
Santa Maria Novella, often shortened to SMN, is located on Piazza della Stazione and well connected to Rome and the rest of Italy, as well as other European cities by fast modern trains, including overnight services from Paris, Vienna and the major towns of Germany.
Everyone loves visiting Florence, or Firenze, the capital of Tuscany in Italy and a popular city-break destination throughout the year. Making reservations for hotels near the SMN railway station, means that once you arrive by train in Florence, you’ll soon be unpacked and exploring. Check out 4 of the best hotels near Florence Italy train station.
Distance to Station: 2 minutes walk
Walking Distance, Single & Double Rooms
Distance to Station: 4 minutes walk
Affordable Hotel, Rooms up to 4 Guests
Distance to Station: 5 minutes walk
Good Value for Money (Affordable), Top Reviewed
Distance to Station: 4 minutes walk
Cheap Hotel, Nice Views
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50123, Florence, Via Faenza 24
Housed in a renovated historic house with authentic... read more
EUR 115
50125, Florence, Via Dell' Ariento 2
With a terrace, Emerald Palace is located in... read more
EUR 120
50129, Florence, 5 Via del Romito
Situated in Florence, 500 metres from Fortezza da... read more
EUR 130
50123, Florence, Borgo SS Apostoli 17
Just 250 metres from the Uffizi Gallery, Hotel... read more
EUR 147
50144, Florence, Via Luciano Bausi 5
AC Hotel Firenze is set next to the... read more
EUR 149
50122, Florence, Piazza Della Signoria, 8
La Casa Del Garbo is in the heart... read more
EUR 169
50123, Florence, Via Dei Banchi 2
Set in a 17th century Florentine palace, the... read more
EUR 169
50122, Florence, Via del Proconsolo 3
Grand Hotel Cavour has a rooftop terrace with... read more
EUR 170
50123, Florence, Via Magenta 14A
Offering free WiFi, and a patio with al-fresco... read more
EUR 175
50123, Florence, Via De' Fossi 12
Set in a historic building in the historic... read more
EUR 179
50123, Florence, Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 4/ A
Offering a sun terrace and a seasonal rooftop... read more
EUR 185
50123, Florence, Via Nazionale 10
The Machiavelli Palace is set in a 14th-century... read more
EUR 185
50129, Florence, Via XXVII Aprile 3
Set in the historic centre of Florence, Room... read more
EUR 194
50123, Florence, Santa Caterina da Siena 11/R
Just 200 metres from Santa Maria Novella Church,... read more
EUR 194
50123, Florence, Piazza Carlo Goldoni 2
Set at the heart of Florence in a... read more
EUR 195
50129, Florence, Via Guelfa 45
The Locanda offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi... read more
EUR 203
50129, Florence, Via delle Ruote 52
Set in an elegant 18th-century building, Villa Royal... read more
EUR 209
50122, Florence, Via Dei Calzaiuoli 11 Blu
Hotel Maxim Axial is in the heart of... read more
EUR 212
50129, Florence, Via Martelli, 6
Featuring free WiFi, Martelli 6 Suite and apartments... read more
EUR 214
50123, Florence, Via Dell'Amorino 20/r
Hotel Art Atelier is a 4-star boutique property... read more
EUR 223
50122, Florence, Via Della Condotta, 4
Hotel Renaissance is set in Florence centre, a... read more
EUR 230
50123, Florence, Via Nazionale 24
The family-run Kursaal & Ausonia is an eco-friendly... read more
EUR 230
50123, Florence, Via Solferino 2
The panoramic terrace on the top floor of... read more
EUR 234
50123, Florence, Piazza Santa Maria Novella 1
This elegant 4-star hotel features a rooftop terrace... read more
EUR 239
50123, Florence, Piazza Santa Maria Novella 8
Hotel Roma is housed in an 18th-century building... read more
EUR 239
50123, Florence, Piazza Di San Paolino 1
Situated in Florence, 400 metres from Strozzi Palace,... read more
EUR 239
50123, Florence, 2 Via Calimala
Featuring a fitness centre, a terrace as well... read more
EUR 269
50123, Florence, 5 Via dei Conti
Situated in Florence, Palazzo dei Conti Residenza d'Epoca... read more
EUR 271
50124, Florence, 33 Piazza del Carmine
Located in the centre of Florence, just 800... read more
EUR 273
50123, Florence, Via del Giglio 9
Palazzo Gaddi is housed in the Renaissance Palazzo... read more
EUR 294
50123, Florence, Via Calzaiuoli 6
Offering free WiFi and friendly service and a... read more
EUR 300
50122, Florence, 3 Via dei Cimatori
Set 250 metres from both the Cathedral of... read more
EUR 330
50123, Florence, Via Porta Rossa 19
Located 350 metres from Ponte Vecchio, NH Collection... read more
EUR 385
50129, Florence, Piazza Indipendenza 7
Featuring a wellness centre with an outdoor pool... read more
EUR 470
50129, Florence, Viale Spartaco Lavagnini 70 - 72
Set in a 19th century palazzo, The Social... read more
EUR 472
50123, Florence, Piazza Ognissanti 3
Located on the banks of River Arno in... read more
EUR 555
Florence is full of world-class museums, beautiful architecture, fine dining, and attractive walks along the banks of the River Arno.
The city’s heyday was during the Renaissance years of the 14th to 16th centuries, when it was at the political, cultural and economic heart of Europe. Florence gets its name from the gold florin invented by its bankers.
Florence is full of amazing museums, with the Uffizi probably being the most famous. All of Firenze’s museums and historical attractions are within a short walking distance of the SMN railway station, making it easy to visit sights early and avoid the queues.
Other must-see attractions are the Ponte Vecchio Bridge over the River Arno, with its jewelry and souvenir stalls, the Santa Croce Church and the magnificent bronze doors of the Baptistry. Uphill you can reach Piazzale Michelangelo for the best view of the city.
As the station is just outside the inner historic area, you’ll find accommodation prices slightly cheaper, with a good range of options. For the best deals book ahead, or look out for special weekend prices on hotels that are full of business and exhibition visitors during the week.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella or Stazione di Santa Maria Novella – Firenze SMN is the main national and international train station in Florence, Italy. The Florence Train Station was built in the early 1930’s, but did not follow the architecture of the time instead the station has a modern design. Located in central Florence, the station is a walkable distance away from major attractions such as the Duomo.
It is located in the northwest corner of central Florence. The Pisa Air Terminal is also located within the terminal. The SITA bus station is just to your right if you’ve exited the station and orient yourself facing the Santa Maria Novella church.
High-speed, long-distance trains connect Florence Santa Maria Novella with other Italian and European cities via the the main north south line running from Milan city centre to central Rome Termini (see hotels).
The SMN is a modernist construction, designed by the Gruppo Toscano architects and built between the years of 1932 and 1934, on the footprint of an earlier station layout.
The concourse has a striking modernist look and is fronted by local Pietra Forte stone, designed to contrast with the Gothic architecture of the nearby Santa Maria Novella Church. The station’s interior has a dramatic glass and metal roof, with large skylights flooding the platforms with sunlight.
The railway station also functions as a pedestrian street, linking two parts of the city, another reason for making it the ideal location when you book hotels and other cheap accommodation in the area.
The station is also well located for the city’s trade and exhibition centres.
Whether you choose to stay near the train station, in the centre of the city, further out on one of its many bus routes, or in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, you’ll discover a good choice of luxury accommodation, and including many bargains and cheap deals on hotels, budget friendly hostels and furnished apartments.
Also close to the Santa Maria Novella railway station are some convents, which offer bed and breakfast rooms to women only. If you enjoy the quiet life, these can provide an intriguing base for exploring Florence.
Air Connections — Peretola Airport, Florence Airport (Italian: Aeroporto di Firenze) or Amerigo Vespucci Airport (IATA: FLR, ICAO: LIRQ) is an airport located close to Florence, Italy, but administratively located within the territory of Sesto Fiorentino.
It is one of two main airports in the Tuscany region, the other being Galileo Galilei Airport in Pisa.
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