Oltrarno Splendid

Recent Reviews: 94

• User:Onbarefeet

  Trip type: Couples

  Quiet Luxury in the Heart of Florence

  17 May 2026

  Our stay at Oltrarno Splendid was truly memorable and one of the best hotel experiences we’ve had in all our travels.On arrival, we genuinely thought the taxi driver had dropped us at the wrong place. There was a huge door with a keypad, followed by another heavy gated door and a tiny lift ahead. Without the hotel signage stand outside, it honestly felt like we were about to trespass into a private residence — an amusing and very unique start to the stay.Pre-arrival communication from the hotel: Excellent Getting a taxi from Florence airport was easy, around a 30-minute drive costing just over €30.Corner Suite: SplendidThe room was spacious, beautifully designed and full of character. The balcony caught the morning sun and became our favourite spot for coffee while overlooking the neighbouring terracotta rooftops and the top of a nearby church with faint church bells in the background. The room amenities were superb: excellent tea selection, espresso machine, minibar, and a bath that was absolute heaven after long days exploring Florence.Staff and service: BrilliantReception, housekeeping and the breakfast staff were all warm, attentive and genuinely helpful. Daily housekeeping was especially commendable.Breakfast and the all-day drinks and snacks: DelightfulLocation: QuietThe hotel is peaceful and quiet, close to the Arno River and perfectly positioned to enjoy both the Oltrarno side and the main historic centre with plenty of excellent restaurants nearby.Overall: StellarNo hotel is ever absolutely perfect and there were a couple of minor quirks but overall this was a stellar stay. With only a limited number of suites available, booking well in advance is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

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• User:Jane L

  Trip type: Couples

  Unique and arty place to stay in Florence

  16 Apr 2026

  Loved our stay here. It is a perfect location, only a couple of minutes walk from the River Arno, about 10 mins walk to Santa Maria Novello train station and 5 mins walk upto Piazza Santo Spirito for a range of bars and restaurants. You wouldn't know from the street that there's a hotel here, it's like a secret hidden behind a massive door from the street. The rooms themselves are on 2 floors - ours was down a narrow stone staircase as this is an old building, but theres a main lift and separate luggage lift. The hotel is design led, with arty touches, unlike anywhere I've ever stayed before. Our room was huge with high ceilings, a double monsoon shower with C O Bigelow toiletries, antique furniture and quirky decoration. Loved it. Slept well in our huge comfy bed and with no street noise at all. The shared spaces are really well done with books and maps to browse and coffee and cake available all day if you need a little oasis break from the hectic city outside.

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• User:loobeloo

  Trip type: Couples

  Great stay at OS!

  27 Jan 2026

  Beautiful place to stay - very convenient but away from the main central area. The staff were always friendly, even when we checked out earlier than breakfast time, the lady serving us was willing to make the great cups of coffee. The lounge area was great for relaxing, esp when the weather turns ugly - & great playlist too! Definitely recommend!

• User:jonrD2381IH

  Trip type: Couples

  Peaceful stay in Florence

  06 Jan 2026

  This hotel is a peaceful haven in the middle of busy Florence. Beautiful rooms in a stunning historical building make it an easy place to relax. The service was excellent, all the staff were very attentive and friendly. The breakfast was delicious with lovely fresh coffee and a continental selection. The decor was quirky and interesting and there were plenty of places to relax which made us feel at home. The location is brilliant, it's a short walk over the river right into the heart of the city and there's loads of lovely restaurants and cafes close to the hotel. Our suggestions for improvement are more wardrobe space in the rooms to store clothes and a full-length mirror/space for my wife to do her hair. Overall though, we had a fantastic stay and will be back again!

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• User:john h

  Trip type: Couples

  One word - wonderful

  16 Nov 2025

  When you arrive at the massive street door, go through a huge iron gate and get in a tiny lift to the third floor of an old building in the lovely Oltrarno area of Florence, you aren't sure what to expect.Go through the front door and you are warmly welcomed into what was described by Alberto the on-duty conciege as "Your home in Florence for the next few days". There is a small sitting area which doubles up as part of the breakfast room and our Superior room (one of their smallest but very large by most big city standards) is on the same floor - the larger suites are a floor below.Our room was big and well furnished with a huge and very comfortable beds, sofa, table and adequate clothes space. The bathroom was well equipped and the separate shower was one of the best I've had anywhere in my travels around the world - powerful hand held and rain head with very hot water and a hot towel rail beside.The only minor complaint was an intermittent sound of the plumbing (not during the night) but as we were told, this was due to the age of the building - not a big deal overall.Breakfast is included with a good range of breads, patisserie, cheeses, meats etc. and various cereals, dried fruit/nuts and yogurt. Tea, coffee and fruit juices. During the day you can help yourself to pastries, fresh fruits and cakes.There are plenty of quirky pieces of art and objects all over and the atmosphere is relaxed. It was great going back after walking around this fascinating city and really feeling "at home". Highly recommended as a change from a cookie cutter hotel.

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