93%Albergo Paola  

Best hostel I've been to. The staff was short at times (late night I think), but always helpful. The home-cooked breakfast is scrambled eggs and bacon with cereal, yogurt, and cake available. Numerous bathrooms and showers. Mattresses were a bit cheap. The good bits of Florence are... more Best hostel I've been to. The staff was short at times (late night I think), but always helpful. The home-cooked breakfast is scrambled eggs and bacon with cereal, yogurt, and cake available. Numerous bathrooms and showers. Mattresses were a bit cheap. The good bits of Florence are easily reachable by foot; 10 minutes or so to the town center.close

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by nicolasfrisby4927 – posted on Oct 3, 2008

3

cozy place, but noisy early in the morning because of the trucks outside...

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by emmanuelcorratge4008 – posted on Sep 19, 2008

1

I loved this place. Clara was lovely and we had a really nice room full of cool people. the breakfasts are amazing and the free internet isnt bad either. a definite option for a comfortable bed in florence.

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by jackwalker165019 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

6

The host, Clara is absolutley wonderful and really makes an effort for you to feel welcome. Although she does need to invest in some new showers!

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by rmulkerin1243 – posted on Aug 22, 2008

7

WOW! I loved this place! So charming, wonderful breakfast, clean, great guests, and a nice owner. You'd be crazy to stay anywhere else in Florence.

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by arwildes1705 – posted on Aug 11, 2008

2

Loved the communal breakfasts every morning. Felt very at home. The living room was great, with a lot of music if you just wanted to hang out for a while. Definitely would stay there again.

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by LeahFel – posted on Aug 11, 2008

2

good~! specially breakfast is fantastic. and clean, too.

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by bo17young442 – posted on Jul 8, 2008

3

I stayed here for 8 nights and it really felt like home! Clara is, as everyone says, absolutely amazing, and the hostel is kept sparklingly clean. Location is perfect. The place attracts a diverse, fun-loving and respectful crowd. Made some really great friends here!

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by mtolford5853 – posted on Jun 29, 2008

6

Kinda noisy mornings when all the places are taking their rubbish to the streets, and definitely hot with the sun beating down all day long. These are all things Florence, however. Great breakfast served to your room. Free internet when computer is available. Good amount of locker space.... more Kinda noisy mornings when all the places are taking their rubbish to the streets, and definitely hot with the sun beating down all day long. These are all things Florence, however. Great breakfast served to your room. Free internet when computer is available. Good amount of locker space. Very nice to get much more than your money's worth in a town built on extorting tourists.close

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by gtg572250 – posted on Jun 25, 2008

2

We had a lot of fun at this hostel. Location was excellent... right near the train station, and the rooms were beautiful. Our only complaint is the breakfast... was a bit dodgy, but still did the job... just dont get too excited about it. Definately recommend it tho.

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by Roberto3990 – posted on Jun 24, 2008

7

this place is amazing. the woman who runs it clara is incredibly sweet and helpful. she recomended the best place for dinner ever and she brings you breakfast in the room in the morning. its not a party hostel but if you are looking for a chill place...this is it.

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by hcbanks4592 – posted on Jun 11, 2008

6

I had an amazing time here, Clara was so sweet and the breakfast was amazing. The place felt like home with a kitchen and relaxed but fun environment where everyone was included. The internet access was really good and the beds were great. I really enjoyed my stay.

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by pony2point6787 – posted on Jun 4, 2008

8

A very good Hostel, when i come to Florenz in the future I book this Hostel sure. This Hostel is not big but you can speak when you are travelling with much people in your room or the common-room.

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by fabian6807 – posted on May 23, 2008

1

Great Location near train station, very clean and tidy. Great Breakfast!

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by biancanewport6802 – posted on May 15, 2008

4

este hostal es garantia, limpio seguro, , y esta en el corazon de florencia, saludos a claudia y a lili del staff quien fueron muy amables en mi estancia.

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by gdltravelonline5214 – posted on May 10, 2008

1

This was one of the best (friendliest, clean and happy) hostel we have stayed in Italy. Thanks Clara.

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by mikohill3342 – posted on May 5, 2008

3

I loved the fresh colors, which gave the hostel a unique and warm charm. I also loved the place was like a second home, where you could always listen to music, surf the net, eat cake.. just have fun and relax as you would do at your own home.

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by niller5141178 – posted on Apr 15, 2008

1

great location and very close to the train station. lots of food for breakfast but you should wake up fast for it because some of your roomates might not be nice enough to save you some food. beat them if this happens. just kidding if you're offended. there's 2.5 baths for like 20 people, so... more great location and very close to the train station. lots of food for breakfast but you should wake up fast for it because some of your roomates might not be nice enough to save you some food. beat them if this happens. just kidding if you're offended. there's 2.5 baths for like 20 people, so organize ur time accordingly. 1 computer with free internet. great place overall. i'd come back cuz it's so close to everything.close

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by wsupthu2836 – posted on Jan 3, 2008

1

amazing breakfasts!

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by sophritson4738 – posted on Dec 16, 2007

4

This was a great hostel with fantastic breakfasts every day (including hot cake). The internet is free and works really quickly. The bathrooms aren't huge but are clean and I only had to wait for one once. I had a very unthoughtful roommate who switched lights on and made heaps of noise in the... more This was a great hostel with fantastic breakfasts every day (including hot cake). The internet is free and works really quickly. The bathrooms aren't huge but are clean and I only had to wait for one once. I had a very unthoughtful roommate who switched lights on and made heaps of noise in the early hours of the morning but otherwise my stay was great.close

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by mroc21031319 – posted on Dec 10, 2007

3

Albergo Paola is very well run and has a fantastic location within walking distance of everything. The quality of your stay there may depend on who ends up in the room with you-- my first night I was in a party room (everyone yelling and drinking when I wanted to sleep), but the second night... more Albergo Paola is very well run and has a fantastic location within walking distance of everything. The quality of your stay there may depend on who ends up in the room with you-- my first night I was in a party room (everyone yelling and drinking when I wanted to sleep), but the second night amazingly I had the whole room to myself. I'm guessing most nights would fall somewhere in between. Also, the breakfast is homemade and really good.close

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by cec-xt404624 – posted on Apr 25, 2007

2

Clara was amazing. The food she cooked was incredible and the hostel was so clean and roomy. If you think its a little expensive-its totally not. you get every penny that you pay. Everything is brand new. You feel like your staying in an Ikea catalog. People actualy hung out in the hostel during... more Clara was amazing. The food she cooked was incredible and the hostel was so clean and roomy. If you think its a little expensive-its totally not. you get every penny that you pay. Everything is brand new. You feel like your staying in an Ikea catalog. People actualy hung out in the hostel during the day because it was so comfortable. You must stay here!!!!close

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by nicaelia – posted on Apr 23, 2007

3

Clara was amazing. The food she cooked was incredible and the hostel was so clean and roomy. If you think its a little expensive-its totally not. you get every penny that you pay. Everything is brand new. You feel like your staying in an Ikea catalog. People actualy hung out in the hostel during... more Clara was amazing. The food she cooked was incredible and the hostel was so clean and roomy. If you think its a little expensive-its totally not. you get every penny that you pay. Everything is brand new. You feel like your staying in an Ikea catalog. People actualy hung out in the hostel during the day because it was so comfortable. You must stay here!!!!close

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by nicaelia – posted on Apr 23, 2007

3

I happened to have 20 12 year old french kids staying in the hostel at the same time which sucked because they were loud but that has nothing to do with the hostel itself- very safe, very well-located, and overall very good - will stay there again

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by norsey5636546 – posted on Mar 24, 2007

8

Amazing Breakfast made for you!

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by sarina8435 – posted on Mar 19, 2007

2

I loved this place...she makes you this amazing breakfast and is so fun and nice. The place is really clean and charming. I loved it. Please stay here (you'll regret it if you don't). And it's in an excellent location and she shows you where to go and how to use your time wisely. It's the...

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by Mangom7899 – posted on Jan 16, 2007

2

Excellent in all aspects. Delisious breakfast, beautiful hostess.

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by derrekw – posted on Dec 8, 2006

2

Helllo fellow traveller, I told Clara the mouse was useless and what did she do go out and buy a new one within hours. So back to my theory 'did anyone tell her' NO. The accom is very clean and bright and the rooms are clean and big, breakfast is great and Clara loves to do it. Clara is... more Helllo fellow traveller, I told Clara the mouse was useless and what did she do go out and buy a new one within hours. So back to my theory 'did anyone tell her' NO. The accom is very clean and bright and the rooms are clean and big, breakfast is great and Clara loves to do it. Clara is friendly and open and can tell you anything you want to know. Information plus. I would definitely stay here again. I loved my time in Florence because of the people I met and knew. Ok there was only one draw back and that is only if you are lazy like me but didn't matter in the end, the rooms are on the 3rd floor, top floor, or the building. Still worth the climb. Love you Clara, Thanks Janelle ffom Sydneyclose

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by janel7976 – posted on Dec 1, 2006

4

I stayed here as a spur of the moment thing and I had the most fantastic time!! The place is spotless and so wonderful, worth every penny. The lockers are fantastic, and the breakfasts are well......just unbelievable. Clara is brilliant and makes you feel at home straight away. Her cooking is... more I stayed here as a spur of the moment thing and I had the most fantastic time!! The place is spotless and so wonderful, worth every penny. The lockers are fantastic, and the breakfasts are well......just unbelievable. Clara is brilliant and makes you feel at home straight away. Her cooking is amazing and Clara if you read this I really was paying attention, I cooked your fish dish today not quite as good as yours but still darn great!Stay here I will return many timesclose

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by southernfairy – posted on Nov 30, 2006

1

Clara was very nice and helpful! She made a wonderful breakfast and she brings it right into your room. The hotel is very close to the train station and everything else! Great stay! Me and my friends loved it! I would stay there again!!!

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by klt05c – posted on Oct 19, 2006

2

Cheap and clean. Free internet and breakfast. What more could you ask for?

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by DanAc619 – posted on Oct 19, 2006

1

breakfast is brought to your room in the morning, including warm cakes! mmm.

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by julsm2170 – posted on Oct 12, 2006

7

Simply amazing, the best hostel I have stayed in! Clara is the best, hints on where to go and when. The best breakfasts, the place was spotless the whole time. Great common room to meet people. Great location. Fantastic to have 2 lockers, felt ver very safe. The best place to stay in Florence

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by vk611 – posted on Oct 10, 2006

4

Excellent hostel. Please organise a couple of hooks in the bathrooms so that we can hang our towels and clothes. A fridge in the common room would be great as well, but DEFINITELY the hooks are more important.

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by desireef1830 – posted on Oct 8, 2006

9

Excellent hostel, with very friendly staff and great ppl

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by rosie2340 – posted on Oct 5, 2006

1

Clara was great! So hospitable. The breakfast was impressive... cereal, toast, muffins, eggs, oj... the rooms were very clean and there were locks on the lockers which was great. The common room was great for meeting people. Location is great, just a short walk from anywhere in Florence.

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by drtrumb – posted on Oct 3, 2006

3

Clara runs an excellent hostel and was very helpful to me when I needed to have a new credit card sent to the hostel. On third floor of a building that was very quiet, though I heard that the rooms facing the street were noisy.

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by jenny7603 – posted on Sep 24, 2006

3

Hostel is fantastic! Breakfast in bed, extremely clean, and free internet! Would recommend to anyone. And extremely resonable price. Close to everything. Good people. 10 out of 10

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by mattcol7735 – posted on Sep 4, 2006

3

This was the best hostel we stayed in during our trip. It was extremely clean, breakfast was included and the owner was extremely helpful and nice. The common room was a great way to meet other travellers. Also, there were huge security lockers for each person in each room which was great. I... more This was the best hostel we stayed in during our trip. It was extremely clean, breakfast was included and the owner was extremely helpful and nice. The common room was a great way to meet other travellers. Also, there were huge security lockers for each person in each room which was great. I would most definately recommend this hostel and I wish I could go back sooner! Clara, thank you so much for making our stay in Florence so amazing! (the Canadian girls...aka lost voices!)close

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by theshi – posted on Aug 28, 2006

1

The owner is incredible! She makes the greater breakfasts a ever eat!

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by philippe2020 – posted on Aug 11, 2006

9