Apartment Garden View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Balcony
Hotel · Florence · Tuscany
Palazzo Castri 1874 Spa & Garden
A 4-star boutique stay set around a garden and spa, steps from Florence's historic centre.
- Spa & wellness centre with sauna, Turkish bath, and massage
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- Central location near the train station and market
8.9
Great
1403 reviews
Booking.com 8.9 · 1403 reviews
About
Palazzo Castri 1874 Spa & Garden
Palazzo Castri 1874 is a 4-star hotel set in a boutique building on Piazza Indipendenza, about 400 metres from Via Faenza. The property combines a historic palazzo atmosphere with modern comforts, including a garden, an indoor and outdoor pool, and a full spa with sauna, Turkish bath, and massage treatments.
Guests can count on a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and a late check-out service. The hotel also offers car hire, valet parking, and a paid airport shuttle. Rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central and well-connected — About 400 metres from Via Faenza and within easy walking distance of the train station and the inner city.
- Excellent breakfast — Guests repeatedly praise the breakfast, describing it as very good, wide-ranging, and plentiful.
- Garden and spa retreat — A beautiful garden, indoor and outdoor pools, and a full spa with sauna, Turkish bath, and massage offer a peaceful escape after sightseeing.
- Helpful and welcoming staff — Guests note the personnel are very welcoming, polite, and helpful.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms can be small — While well-furnished and clean, some guests found the rooms compact.
- Price reflects a premium — Compared to a typical 3-star, the cost is higher, though the facilities justify it for some.
- Check-in window is set — Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, which may not suit early arrivals.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Suite City View Spa Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Classic Double Room Spa Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Comfort Double or Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room Spa Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Balcony
Superior Twin Room Spa Access
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Junior Suite Spa Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Junior Suite View Spa Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Double Spa Access
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Key card access
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Snack bar
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Outdoor dining area
Spa & Wellness
- Indoor swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Facial
- Treatment room
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Paid airport shuttle
For Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Baby pushchair
Accessibility
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.9/10 from 1,403 reviews
Booking.com · 8.9 · 1403 reviews
8.9Verified guest“Spotless hotel in a lovely boutique building, set right next to the garden and easy to reach from the city sights. Central, close to the Central Market with plenty of restaurants, and the room was nicely furnished. Also very handy for Via Faenza.”
8.9Verified guest“About a 10-minute walk from the railway station, which is perfect. The hotel has a garden and sits near a park, with great views from the windows. Breakfast was very good with a Swedish-style buffet: croissants, cheese, butter, jam, yoghurt, cereals, pies, tea and coffee. Staff were welcoming, and there's a luggage storage before check-in and after check-out.”
8.9Verified guest“Close to the centre. The beautiful garden made up for the smaller rooms – it felt like an oasis.”
8.9Verified guest“Good location.”
8.9Verified guest“The spa access was a lovely extra, great for relaxing after a day of sightseeing.”
8.9Verified guest“Stayed nine nights and ate at the rooftop restaurant, where the staff were kind. The beds were great and I enjoyed the garden view.”
04 — Location
Getting around Florence
The property sits in Florence.
Central Market: About 400 metres away, the Central Market offers a wide choice of restaurants and food stalls, as noted by guests.
Train Station: The hotel is approximately a 6-10 minute walk from the main railway station, making it easy for arrivals and day trips.
Fortezza da Basso: Close to the exhibition centre, a guest mentioned it was easy to walk to daily from the hotel.
Piazza Indipendenza 7, Florence, Tuscany, 50129, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 56 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is parking available?
Yes, the hotel has parking, including valet parking. There is also car hire on site.
Can I bring my pet?
Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available.
Does the hotel have a spa and pool?
Yes, there is a full spa and wellness centre with sauna, Turkish bath, steam room, and massage treatments, plus both indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
Is breakfast included?
The hotel offers in-room breakfast and a restaurant, and guests have reported a very good breakfast with a wide-ranging buffet.
Does the hotel provide airport transfer?
Yes, there is a paid airport shuttle available.
The bottom line
Palazzo Castri 1874 is a strong choice for travellers who want a garden and spa in central Florence, with a breakfast that gets consistent praise. The location is ideal for exploring on foot, and the pools and wellness facilities add real value. Just be aware that rooms can be on the smaller side, and the price sits above a basic hotel.
8.9A reliable, comfortable base in Florence with genuine spa appeal.
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