Florence can rightfully be called the pearl of not only Italy, but of all mankind: so many great people, starting with Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, are associated with this city, and so many priceless treasures of painting and sculpture are kept in its galleries. Along with Venice, it is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the country, and it is not surprising that about 60 million tourists come here every year to see its palaces, temples and bridges.
Florence is always ready for guests' visits: the hotel fund of the city is very diverse and includes both world famous boutique hotels and more than democratic hostels. The cost of accommodation in them is directly related to the location: the closer to the historical heart of the city, the more expensive. However, a comparison of hotels shows that comfort is not always related to price and there are enough cozy rooms in less expensive establishments. Given the huge number of tourists, it is worth taking care of a hotel room in advance, especially if you are interested in budget options. There are not so few of them in Florence: at the disposal of tourists are hostels and guest houses, as well as family hotels with a small number of rooms, having 1-2 stars, but clean and comfortable.
To guarantee staying in such a budget and comfortable hotel, it is recommended that you resort to one of the options below:
- book a hotel six months before the trip;
- search for the lowest rates on Hotelhunter using the "Best Offer" search parameter;
- take advantage of special offers or promotions, which are quite common and allow you to stay even in 4-5 star hotels for ridiculous money.
Another way to keep the cost of living in Florence as low as possible is to visit it during one of those months when the city has the least number of tourists. These months are usually November and February-March. The weather at this time is cold and unstable according to Italian standards, but Florence in a light haze of fog is no less beautiful than under the shining August sun, and savings on accommodation can reach 30-50%.