Stay in the heart of Florence – Excellent location – show map One of our top picks in Florence.Set in a historic building from the 1700s, Hotel Merlini is 800 feet from San Lorenzo Market. It offers bright Tuscan-style rooms and a communal terrace with snack bar. This family-run hotel is just a 5 minute walk from Santa Maria Novella Train Station and less than half a mile from Fortezza da Basso conference center. The hotel also provides a shuttle service to any destination within the city limits. All rooms at the Merlini are air conditioned and have lots of natural light thanks to large windows. They come with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They offer views of the grounds, the cathedral or other Florence monuments. Your day at the Merlini Hotel begins with a continental breakfast that includes hot drinks, pastries and sweet and savory items.