Jenster8

I found a couple of B&B's near the Santa Maria Novella station but read some old posts about it being a little sketchy. I'm just wondering if it's worth spending a little more in a safer area.

bachslunch

Unless things have changed since I was in Florence a good few years ago now, it'll be fine. I stayed in a small inexpensive hotel in the area at the time.

bardo1

<i>"I'm just wondering if it's worth spending a little more in a safer area." </i>

It's safe, but I would still spend a little more to be in a NICER area!

I am always shocked that people will spend $1000 to travel overseas, use up all their vacation, and then stay in what is usually the least charming part of a town (usually that means in one of the many super budget options near the train stations) just to save 20E or so a night. Just spend a little more (or give up something like a private bath or elevator) and stay somewhere NICE (and central). Just MHO.

kybourbon

What is your budget? Perhaps we will know of something in your price range in a bit better area.

Jenster8

I'll be there for my honeymoon so I don't mind splurging a bit but not go overboard. My range is $150-200/night.

What about the San Lorenzo area?

nygvic

Look to the Relais Grand Tour which is a B&B roughly 5 minute walk north of Duomo and 10 minute walk to SMN. Website is www.florencegrandtour.com Have stayed there on 4 or 5 occasions. Cristina, the owner, is marvelous help and thier accomodations are great. Rates typically around 110-120 euro

ellenem

San Lorenzo area is fine, just a few minutes beyond the SMN station area, still very convenient.

Jenster8

Thanks for the input! I just booked a suite at Relais Grand Tour!