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Villa Royal

Villa Royal
Villa Royal – Florence, IA
Villa Royal – Florence, IA
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM

About Villa Royal

Set in an elegant 18th-century building, Villa Royal features a garden, car park, and swimming pool less than 0.6 mi from Florence cathedral. This splendid Florentine villa was built in 1700. It was a noble family residence up until 1956 when it was converted into a hotel. It is set in a green neighborhood of Florence, next to the Fortezza da Basso exhibition center and its park. Each guest room at Villa Royal is air conditioned. The rooms and common areas are all tastefully decorated with period furnishings. This hotel guarantees a friendly and relaxed atmosphere and an attentive service. The swimming pool is great for a refreshing dip after a day sightseeing around Florence. The car park is available at an additional cost. Both Palazzo dei Congressi conference center and Santa Maria Novella Train Station are 0.6 mi away. License Number(s): 048017ALB0130

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.2 / 5
Great 502 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The staff was very nice and friendly they were super helpful Pool was great specially in over 100 degrees weather Nice breakfast Easy access to main attractions No complaints

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Lovely pool, location, service, and grounds. On the T2 metro, easy access to the train. Water in the room was not as cold as I might wish for, but the pool did the trick.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Friendly staff, nice pool, great breakfast, comfortable rooms. Easy to get to from train station. Ac didn't work great in our room, but it was cool enough.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Clean and comfortable. Easy walk to main attractions. Good breakfast. Loved the pool!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The apartment was perfect for our family to use while we stayed here. The pool was NECESSARY for Florence's 103 weather days. The staff was phenomenal! So sweet and kind, very helpful, and great towards my children! My daughter has allergies and they went above and beyond to make the breakfast special for her.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    It was well situated in a residential zone

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful common areas. The pool was so refreshing. The rooms were nice a s the staff very friendly A bit pricy, but worth it

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Nothing

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The staff was welcoming and supportive, the rooms were beautiful, The bad were comfortable, the breakfast was good with many choices. The swimming pool was great. The garden is beautiful. I would appreciate if was possible to extend the hours of the swimming pool

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful villa from 1700s converted to a hotel gives the feeling of being in a historical building. Breakfast is amazing (so much fruit!!), staff are very kind, round the clock reception, really nice pool and garden area. Big bathroom and high ceilings and chandeliers. Bed is super comfortable and the furnishings are on theme with the villa. There’s also an elevator. Big comfortable communal area to sit and read books or do some work. Feels like living in your own villa! This is on the outer edge of the main city so the neighborhood is quiet. It’s about 26 minute walk to Ponte Vecchio and 15 minutes to Mercato Central. Nearby there’s a Carrefour and a pharmacy. From the train station it’s a 15 minute walk or a 5 minute taxi. The AC was stuck at 25 C in our room which was a bit warm for me however it seemed to be fixed by the last day.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    I don’t have anything negative to say, every aspect was on point!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Beautiful property! They even made us warm croissants for us early in the morning before we had to catch our train!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Location was wonderful—walkable to town but outside of it enough to be quiet & peaceful. Breakfast & the pool were wonderful. Gardens were beautiful. Apartment was spacious & comfortable. Wonderful hotel. Nothing!

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Complete lack of character! Austere! Bathroom okay!

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Dog friendly Pool is in very rough shape, extra fees for parking

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Car parking is large space but over value parking fee for guest

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Great location, only a 15‑minute walk from the train station. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the breakfast was excellent, and the room was extremely comfortable.

  • Engine customer Mar 2026

    Location. Welcoming, friendly staff. Bed was a little uncomfortable.

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    5/5 stars! The hotel was incredibly clean and well-maintained. Perfect location for walking to all the main sites, and having secure parking was a massive plus. Highly recommend for a stress-free stay in Florence.

  • Engine customer Nov 2025

    Nothing

Frequently asked questions about Villa Royal

Does Villa Royal have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Villa Royal offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Villa Royal offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Villa Royal.
Does Villa Royal have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Villa Royal offers meeting spaces for business and group use. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Villa Royal have a fitness center?
Villa Royal does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Villa Royal located, and how walkable is the area?
Villa Royal is located at Via Delle Ruote, 52, Florence, IA 50129. With a Walk Score of 98, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

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