Best hostels in Florence – Where to sleep on a budget
Sleeping in Florence can be very expensive, especially in high season, and hostels are a great way to save money, and meet new people as well. Hostels in Florence are several and most of them are located just outside the historic center. However, keep in mind that the city is not so big: most of the times they are a 10-15 minute walk away from the center and there’s no real need to take public transport.
If you are looking for a low budget accommodation to spend a few days in the heart of Tuscany, I have selected for you the best hostels in Florence to help you making your choice, considering location, services and price.
About costs: to get the price of the hostels listed, click on their names and check pictures, price and availability for the desired period on Booking.com. Depending on the season prices may change, but Booking always guarantees you the lowest price available for that room.
Best hostels in Florence – where to sleep on a budget
Wow Florence – a colorful hostel, just a few steps from Piazza San Marco and the Accademia Museum. In addition to common kitchen, laundry and free fitness area, there is also a nice terrace overlooking the dome of the Duomo. Dorms for 4 to 8 people and single, double and triple rooms are available.
Gallo d’Oro – one of the best hostels in Florence according to Booking.com guest ratings. Centrally located a few steps from the Duomo and the Accademia museum, it’s clean, modern and welcoming. A generous complimentary breakfast with homemade cakes is included, and there is even a buffet of savory snacks available for free throughout the day.
My Friends – a small hostel with a very family-like atmosphere where you feel right at home. Rooms are clean, simply furnished and with single beds (no bunks). There is no air conditioning but every room has a ceiling fan. The location is very central, near the station and the San Lorenzo market.
Plus Florence – a 10-minute walk away from Santa Maria Novella Station, Plus Florence is a large, modern and lively hostel with so many comforts. The dorms welcome from 4 to 8 people; all have air conditioning, private bathroom and flat-screen TV. An indoor pool, sauna and steam bath, complimentary continental breakfast and a cocktail bar in the garden are completing the offer.
Archi Rossi – a very welcoming and conveniently located hostel, very close to the Santa Maria Novella station and therefore to the Duomo and to the whole historical center. There is a beautiful garden with a pergola and a terrace where you can relax or sunbathe. Breakfast is free and plentiful.
Locanda Daniel – a clean and friendly hostel; dorms have air conditioning and there’s a terrace overlooking the Duomo where you can relax and enjoy the sunset. It’s located in via Nazionale, a crowded street but in a very convenient location full of shops, bars and restaurants.
Ostello del Bigallo – This hostel is located in the municipality of Bagno a Ripoli, in the countryside just outside of Florence city limits. Don’t be discouraged by the outlying location: it’s well connected by regular buses. It’s located in such unique place that really deserves to spend here a few nights. The hostel is housed in the Antico Ospedale del Bigallo, a former medieval monastery surrounded by nature. Dorms have stone walls and ceilings with wooden beams, and are simply furnished with large wooden beds. The atmosphere is special, it really feels like being back in the Middle Ages.
I hope my post was useful for making your choice among the best hostels in Florence. If you decide to book and stay in one of these hostels leave a comment and let me know how the experience was!
If you prefer another type of accommodation, check my post about where to stay in Florence, where you can find hotel tips for any budget.
