Globus Urban Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Florence
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Globus Urban Hotel offers 25 modern rooms with USB slots, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi. Rooms range from 12 to 18 m^2, with options like Single (queen bed), Double Budget (twin beds), Double Deluxe (spacious for couples), Triple (family-friendly), and the Twentysix Studio Apartment (with kitchen and terrace). Some overlook the Medici Chapels. All include air conditioning, premium bedding, and soundproof windows.
Dining & Breakfast
The breakfast buffet serves scrambled eggs, sausages, pastries, fresh fruit, and plant-based options like vegan, gluten-free, and Asian dishes. Ingredients are organic and locally sourced. The breakfast area overlooks a courtyard with a vertical garden. Open daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM. Guests receive a welcome drink (Monday-Friday) at the lounge bar.
Location & Transport
The hotel is 20 meters from San Lorenzo Church and 650 meters from Santa Maria Novella Station. Tram T2 and Volainbus connect directly to Peretola Airport (10 km away). Nearby landmarks include Mercato Centrale (220 meters), Duomo (450 meters), and Galleria dell'Accademia (650 meters). Parking is available at Garage S. Antonino (80 meters) for €26-€45/day.
Sustainability & Services
The hotel uses energy-saving domotic systems for heating and lighting. Staff provide dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk service, and concierge assistance. Ethical labor practices align with ESG standards. The lobby has a fireplace, free newspapers, and a TV.
Nearby Attractions
Walk 10 minutes to Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral or Piazza della Signoria. Palazzo Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, and Mercato Centrale's food court are within 1 km. The San Lorenzo Market offers Tuscan products and handmade delicacies.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Paid shuttle service
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor