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4.0 of 5
Via Lorenzo Il Magnifico 2, 50129 Florence, Italy
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Exeter, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Excellent little hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2012

Very helpful and pleasant staff, who handled all our requests with great efficiency. The rooms are relatively spacious, with good quality beds and bathing facilities. We asked for, and got very quickly, extra pillows because those in the room were insufficient. All in all, just what we were looking for on a short visit. Close to the city centre but not at all affected by traffic noise.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Perth, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“great little hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 21, 2012

Very nice, clean and comfortable hotel. The staff were very helpful and recommended some very nice eating establishments. we were the victims of a pick pocket in Rome so by the time we reached Florence we were in need of some quiet time. This small hotel was comfortable, great breakfast and very friendly staff. I would not hesitate to stay here again.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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SanGalloPalaceFi, Direttore at San Gallo Palace Hotel, responded to this review
October 22, 2012
Dear Guest,

first of all we thank you so much for choosing our hotel and also for taking the time to write this beautiful review !
We always do our best to ensure our guests the best stay possible! Your words tell us that we are doing our job well!


Kind regards,
Oana Stancu
F.O. Manager
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Wayne, New Jersey
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“Blah...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed October 19, 2012 via mobile

Stayed at the San Gallo for two nights this past week. The hotel is located approx 5-15 minutes from the train station (9 euros) and a nice easy 10 minute stroll into the center of town.

Now to the room...The room was of decent size with a double bed that was as hard as a rock. The pillows were flatter than pancakes. I was better off sleeping on the floor with my sweatshirt as a pillow. I just had to be sure that I had to move the dirty rugs underneath the bed.

The A/C didn't work as it kept turning off but thank heavens that is was cool at night so we just slept with the windows open.

The bathroom was actually very big compared to other hotels in Italy. It appeared as if it was recently renovated. The towels however felt like sandpaper since they have exceeded its life span.

Breakfast was decent. I loved the orange,carrot and lemon juice!! Talk about a good mix.

Overall, the hotel room was just blah. It served its purpose but I would not stay here again.

  • Stayed October 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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SanGalloPalaceFi, Direttore at San Gallo Palace Hotel, responded to this review
October 22, 2012
Dear Sir,

Thanking you for taking the time to write the review, we deeply regret that the accommodation in our hotel has not fulfilled your expectations and that the only word to summarize your stay is "Blah".

Thank you to confirm the information about the location of the hotel, as described online on our website, for mentioning that the room and the bathroom size are higher than the standard european hotels.
It was a room with a beautiful parquet floor, perfectly soundproofed, and with a bed mattresses firmed of one of the best quality.
Regarding the pillows, you could have opened the wardrobe where you would have found the second pillow or order by phone the one that you preferred from our special pillows menu located on your room’s desk.

The A/C is working in all the hotel as we are still in October and the weather is nice. If you didn’t succeed to manage it by yourself, you could have called the front desk, on duty 24hrs, to check from the general panel or send an employee in your room to check it.
All this after having verified that the window was closed, since the A/C does not work with the open window and I think that this was your case.

You mentioned also that hotel was recently renovated and we inform you that on 2011 we changed the floor of the rooms with parquet. But the most important is that our hotel is very well maintained and clean, being one of the most appreciated qualities by all our guests.

We are also sorry that you didn’t find time during your stay with us to inform us about these small misunderstandings and in the same time, to give both to you and to us the opportunity for a nice stay.


Best Regards
Oana Stancu
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Hamilton ON
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Living in Luxury”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2012

San Gallo Palace is situated a nice walk from central Florence (Duomo, market, Repubblica, Signoria, etc). It is on a bus route and near a lovely Piazza - Piazza de la Liberta. We were thrilled to find that for ~$200 per night we had an amazing suite with a terrace. Beds were super comfortable and there was a bath tub - which given how much we walked was a godsend. The fitness room had three excellent machines and a small space/map for work out - it was just outside our terrace. Breakfasts were lovely - lots of choice - decor was Tuscan. Staff were helpful - I left my sunglasses in rental car and they very quickly contacted, followed up and called us in the room in minutes. They provided good references for restaurants and excellent maps and instructions for our daily outings. Ask for a room with a terrace - they were fabulous!

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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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SanGalloPalaceFi, Direttore at San Gallo Palace Hotel, responded to this review
October 16, 2012
Dear Guest,

you can’t say enough good about San Gallo Palace and we can't thank you enough for your words!
We really appreciate the time you have spent for sharing your experience with the tripadvisor users!

We are waiting to welcome you again!

Kind regards,
Oana Stancu
F.O.Manager
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Dundee
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 13, 2012

Have just returned from staying here for the past 4 nights. My husband and I were very pleased with every aspect of the hotel and would definately return to it. Annoyed that a lot of the reviews criticise the location - surely if you pick a hotel for a holiday etc you do your research first and choose accordingly so have little sympathy for all those who have moaned about this on the site We liked the fact that it was located away from the city centre and afforded a quiet place to return to in the evening and get a peaceful night's sleep. This is our second stay at the hotel and cannot fault it. We found all the staff to be very helpful in particular Ezzat the barman. We have no hesitation in recommending this hotel and hope to stay there again in the future.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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SanGalloPalaceFi, Direttore at San Gallo Palace Hotel, responded to this review
October 16, 2012
Dear Guests,

thank you so much for taking the time to share your impression about San Gallo Palace with the tripadvisor users and also that you return to us!
Your review was deeply appreciated by all our staff.
We are so glad to know that you have had a great holiday here with us!

We hope to see you again soon!

Have a great day!
Oana Stancu
F.O. Manager
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Address: Via Lorenzo Il Magnifico 2, 50129 Florence, Italy
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Region: Italy > Tuscany > Province of Florence > Florence
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Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Pets Allowed Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
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Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
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