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Souvenir Maya

A 5-star stay in Florence Historic Centre, 600 metres from Santa Maria Novella railway station and a short walk to the Bargello.

  • 600 m from Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
  • Pets allowed
8.1 Great 690 reviews Booking.com 8.1 · 690 reviews

About

Souvenir Maya

Souvenir Maya sits in Florence's Historic Centre district, 600 metres from Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway and 1.3 km from Bargello National Museum. The building carries a historical charm that adds to the atmosphere of your stay.

Rooms range from small singles to triple rooms with king-size beds and sofa beds. The hotel offers baggage storage, a shop, and a range of practical amenities including air conditioning, soundproofing, and free Wi-Fi in every room.

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Exceptional staff — Guests consistently highlight the warm and helpful team, with one review praising Andrea for personal recommendations and a warm smile.
  • Prime location — Within 600 m of the main railway station and a short walk of Florence's key sights, guests walked everywhere.
  • Free tea and hot water — A shared area offers complimentary tea and hot water — a welcome touch after a day of exploring.
  • Historical charm — The historical building adds character and ambiance to the stay, as noted by multiple guests.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Small rooms — Several guests mention that rooms are on the smaller side, though they are cozy and adequate for sleeping.
  • Moderate value score — Value scores 7.9, lower than most other categories, suggesting some guests may feel the price-to-size ratio isn't exceptional.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only available from 14:30 to 19:30, which may be tight for late arrivals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
  • Heating

Small Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Heating

Superior Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating

Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Heating

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Pets allowed
  • Currency exchange
  • Vending machines
  • Security

Check-in & Services

  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Baggage storage

Room Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries

Safety & Accessibility

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Allergy-free rooms

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.1
Great 690 reviews

Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 690 reviews

Booking.com · 8.1 · 690 reviews
8.1Verified guest

“The single room had central heating, an iron, and a work desk. The Italian decor was lovely. Location was marvellous, just minutes from a supermarket and grocery shop, and close to a coffee house and pizza restaurants.”

8.1Verified guest

“The place was fairly clean and we loved the triple room. We walked everywhere — the location was particularly good, close to the city centre.”

8.1Verified guest

“The historical building's charm really enhanced the ambiance of the stay.”

8.1Verified guest

“Andrea the host was lovely. The room had a nice view and was perfectly located near all the main attractions. Complimentary tea and hot water were a nice touch after a long day out. Definitely recommend this place!”

8.1Verified guest

“The staff were very amiable and the best. We booked a room with nice views at sunset.”

8.1Verified guest

“We stayed in Florence for 3 days and had a very pleasant stay. The hotel was fairly clean with a convenient and perfect location near the railway station. It had a quiet atmosphere, just off all the attractions — Souvenir Maya is right in the centre of Florence.”

04 — Location

Getting around Florence

The property sits in Florence.

Getting around: Firenze Santa Maria Novella railway is 600 m away, making arrivals and day trips straightforward.

On foot: Most main attractions, including the Bargello National Museum (1.3 km), are within a comfortable walk.

Via Xxvii Aprile 9, Florence, Tuscany, 50129, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:30-19:30
Check-out
By 04:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
8 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in runs from 14:30 to 19:30; check-out is from 04:00 to 10:00.

Is parking available at Souvenir Maya?

Parking is listed as an available amenity.

Can I bring my pet?

Yes, pets are allowed at the property.

Does the hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.

Are there family-friendly room options?

The Triple Room sleeps three with one king-size bed and one sofa bed, and the Superior Double Room is also available.

The bottom line

Souvenir Maya earns its 5-star badge with a location that puts Florence within walking distance, staff who genuinely care, and a building full of history. Small rooms and a narrow check-in window are the trade-offs, but for a short stay in the city centre, it's a solid pick.

8.1Weighing the strengths and trade-offs

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