Il Grillo di Firenze

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Double Room, City View
Meeting facility
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Via Maragliano 69, Florence, FI, 50144
  • Historic Centre of Florence
    16 min walk
  • Visarno Arena
    18 min walk
  • Fortezza da Basso
    3 min drive
  • Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    14 min drive

Room options

Double Room, City View

  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room

  • 12.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Triple Room, City View

  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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About the area

Florence

With a stay at Il Grillo di Firenze, you'll be centrally located in Florence, within a 5-minute drive of Historic Centre of Florence and Fortezza da Basso. .This bed & breakfast is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore.

What's nearby

  • Historic Centre of Florence - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fortezza da Basso - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Piazza di Santa Maria Novella - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ponte Vecchio - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Buonsignori - Liceo Da Vinci Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Porta al Prato Station - 16 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Tortuga - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Delizie J e G - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Giulia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Bike - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Giotto Pizzeria Bistrot - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Il Grillo di Firenze

Central bed & breakfast connected to the convention center in San Jacopino with free breakfast
Il Grillo di Firenze offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Stay in one of 5 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your room comes with a memory foam bed. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and an elevator. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Fridge (on request)
  • Separate living room

Conveniences

  • Lift

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Fridge (on request)
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT048017B4WKNAC9FH

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Il Grillo di Firenze
Il Grillo di Firenze B&B
Il Grillo di Firenze B&B Florence
Il Grillo di Firenze Florence
Il Grillo di Firenze Florence
Il Grillo di Firenze Bed & breakfast
Il Grillo di Firenze Bed & breakfast Florence

Il Grillo di Firenze Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My son and I really enjoyed our stay at the B&B. The owners go out of their way to help. We arrived late and they were there. We wanted to go to Mass and the owner called the church for me to check the times of service. Taking the tram into the city center is a short walk and an easy experience. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Nina, Ketton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Il Grillo is conveniently close to a tram stop to the city, being just far enough away to escape the hustle of central Florence. The breakfast available is more than enough, with very good coffee. The balcony had great views of the mountains, a lovely spot for an evening sit. The room was large enough for four people and the windows were soundproofed from the streets outside. Lara and Lorenzo were perfect hosts and very easy to chat with. They had lots of advice regarding the local area and how best to navigate around the city. They both clearly have a passion for ensuring their guests feel comfortable and at home. Thank you for a lovely stay and also for the wonderful leather bound books given as gifts! A last little touch, we had to leave for an early train on our final day, the hosts went out of their way to ensure that we had a packed breakfast box to take with us, a lovely gesture which we appreciated greatly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lorenzo and his wife Lara are amazing hosts. They give you an explanation of the city, the best ways to get around, and the best ways to save money. By the end of my one night / two day stay, they had me getting around Firenze like a local. They provided a delicious breakfast in the morning, which I enjoyed on the terrace with the beautiful Florentine cityscape around it. The room was functional, clean, and surprisingly spacious for my needs. Oh and the air conditioning on the property (and the rooms) works fantastic. Stay here if you get the opportunity!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This B&B is in a nice area. The tram stop is one block away, and is easy to use. The owners are so sweet. I highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasaswi Sri Sai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s 10min away from Santa Maria Novella station. The host was super amazing! We had a good visit overall
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ludwine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived to the B&B by tram from the Airport and Lorenzo helped me with Directions. I had a warm welcome from him as well. I only stayed one night, but the vibes and hospitality make me wish I stayed longer. I had forgotten a few things and I was able to grab it from a shop right downstairs. Which had from toiletries to shoes and snacks. I feel silly that Lorenzo's wife's name is escaping my memory as she was a delight to me on the second day. After checking-out, I had a remote work meeting and she let me take it on the premises before going on with my adventure. Breakfast was great, with plenty of wonderful quick options. I only had a coffee and a banana as I often skip breakfast, but there were plenty of great options to get you going for the day. Thank you for such incredible hospitality in such a great space. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oksana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kadir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Güzel bir deneyim oldu.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value
Spacious, clean room with a.shared balcony. Bathroom was small especially the shower stall. It will be challenging if you’re over 6 feet and 200 pounds - although not the smallest I’ve encountered in Italy. Location is in a quiet neighborhood about 4-5 tram stops (only 10 min) from the main train station - not walking distance to any tourist sites. B&B only has 4-5 rooms so breakfast is continental. Staff was friendly and helpful. Overall a good value, especially if you want to be a bit away from the hordes of tourists.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lara and Lorenzo were great hosts. Acquainted us with the area. Breakfast was varied and good. Beds were comfortable. Quiet. Very close to the tram.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect stay for our one night in Florence. The host was lovely, and took good care of us. There was a small issue with making payment by credit card due to internet connection, but it was worked out.

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Henderson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were friendly, and helpful with ordering a cab, directions for the area and suggestions on places to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Henderson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were great
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Venus

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B in a beautiful area of Florence, close to downtown and at a walkable distance from a Mall and the University. Lara and Lorenzo go above and beyond to make you feel at home. Lara even prepared us takeout breakfast when we had to leave before breakfast time! It was my first time staying at a B&B and I was not disappointed. Thanks guys for your hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

blaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent in every way
We would definitely come back here and will refer this B and B to everyone we hear of going to Florence.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A convenient place to stay!
Lara, the owner greeted us on our arrival with a big smile that radiated warmth. The breakfast was a continental style with a ham and cheese panini. We enjoyed her company and that she was always there to answer questions and make suggestions. We stayed 12 great days.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Il Grillo was superb all around. The host, Lara, made checking in very quick and easy, reaching out prior to my arrival so that she would be available to meet me. She was extremely friendly, welcoming, and accommodating to my every need. I very much hope to have more hosts like her in the future as her demeanor alone made the stay worthwhile. Aside from that, the rooms were also very nice and as clean as can be. All of the amenities, i.e. the air conditioner, TV, and shower were quite modern and the breakfast was exemplary. The metro was only a brief 2 minute walk away and led directly to the city center in under 10 minutes, making the lack of restaurants and tourist attractions in the immediate surrounding area irrelevant. That being said, the neighborhood in which this property is located still had plenty of little stores and markets for a variety of needs. Overall, I can not recommend Il Grillo enough, it left absolutely nothing more to be desired for the price and I very much look forward to staying again on my next visit to Florence.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Judith, Durham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was extremely helpful. They accommodated my dietary needs for breakfast. It is very easy to get to by local train from the airport and also just a quit train ride to the historic areas of Florence. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rory

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really hospitable, clean and welcoming. Thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome!
We were warmly greeted and were told about how to navigate around Florence as well as a restaurant around the corner. We picked this for its proximity to the airport. Taxi fare to and from about 21 EUs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful patio with cozy atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lara was amazing and helpful! we had an excellent stay at Il Grillo di Firenze and would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019