Hotel Ottantotto Firenze, Florence
Hotel Ottantotto Firenze is a hidden gem tucked away in the Oltrarno, Florence’s most authentic and “artisan” district. Housed in a building that dates back to the 14th century, the property has undergone a fascinating evolution; it began as a baker’s workshop and home, later becoming a noble residence and eventually a philanthropic institution for orphaned children before its current life as a boutique hotel.
The hotel was restored and converted by owner and architect Fabrizia Scassellati, who masterfully blended the building’s historical bones—like the centuries-old brick chimney and original stone fireplaces—with a playful, eclectic modern aesthetic. With only seven unique rooms, the property feels like an intimate private home. A standout feature is its quiet, leafy walled garden, which serves as a serene escape from the bustling city streets.
Inside, the design is a sophisticated mix of heirloom antiques, custom pieces crafted by local artisans, and bright, contemporary fabrics. The common areas are equally welcoming, featuring an honesty bar and a library that invite guests to relax as if they were locals themselves.
Its location in the Oltrarno puts you just steps away from some of Florence’s most iconic treasures. You are within easy walking distance of the historic Ponte Vecchio and the grand Pitti Palace. Whether you are exploring the nearby artisan workshops or heading across the river to the Uffizi Gallery, the hotel provides a peaceful, stylish sanctuary that captures the true spirit of Florence.
Expert reviews
“An elegant, unfussy hotel for people who want to see the cooler side of Florence.This renovated historic ‘palazzetto’ in the less-touristed Oltrarno neighborhood has just seven rooms, each decorated with different floral and botanical printed fabrics, antique decor, and funky-cool furniture.”
Featured in CN Traveler’s 2018 Hot List
What guests liked
- Interior design
- Great breakfast
- Friendly staff
- Top location
- Excellent Wifi
Location
Recent guest reviews
17 October 2025
Absolutely perfect, staff was super helpful…place was impeccable
Absolutely beautiful
4 October 2025
Well situated and maintained with lovely staff but check your room number before booking.
Beautifully maintained.
Well situated.
Nice breakfast.
Very helpful staff.
Room #5 is a decent size.
Room #1. The bedroom is tiny. We couldn’t unpack. The bathroom is lovely.
25 September 2025
Very welcoming comfortable stay in small and luxurious hotel. Loved it!
Fabulous staff, gorgeous hotel, lovely comfortable room, delicious breakfast. We could not fault it!
Everything!
25 September 2025
Beautiful palazzo in a fab part of Florence
Beautiful palazzo. Our room was gorgeous and so comfortable. We also really appreciated the bottle of Prosecco left for our honeymoon.
25 September 2025
Had a great stay here and in Florence
Great location, comfortable bed and good size room. Delicious breakfast
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22 September 2025
Perfect Florence stay
Great location, bed was on the firmer side but still comfortable! Very friendly and helpful staff and a great breakfast!
30 August 2025
Beautiful Hotel in a Great Location
We walked all over Florence from here. Loads of restaurants very close. Our favourite was Angiolino - Ai 13 Arrosti, about a 7 minute walk. The included breakfast was great. The garden setting outside was a lovely spot to relax in after a day walking around the city. There is a Wash & Dry laundry right opposite which was very convenient. Overall, we loved this hotel and the staff were so friendly & helpful.
21 August 2025
Beautiful property in a great neighbourhood !
Really central location, beautiful property where everything is considered, stylish and comfortable.
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29 July 2025
Charming hotel, loved it!
Hotel and rooms were lovely, had a lot of character and charm. The staff was lovely, breakfast was great each morning and was nice to have the courtyard as an option. Bathroom was big and shower was nice!
19 July 2025
Design boutique hotel in great location
Loved the design and aesthetic. Also loved the location
My room was on the 1st floor. Wish it had been higher
29 June 2025
Fantastic little B&B!
Great location, beautiful building and design, with a very cute garden it has well organised check in. Lovely staff.
It was perfect there was nothing to not like.
13 June 2025
Cosy hotel in nice location.
Location & everything was spotless.
Our room was very small, however it was cosy & the bathroom was beautiful.
24 May 2025
Superb hotel, location and staff!
Breakfast was exceptional. Beautifully curated property in both public spaces and in private rooms. Stunning back garden to enjoy morning breakfast or a drink at the end of the day. Bathroom in room was a marvel to see with gorgeous fixtures, etc. Hotel very accommodating in calling us a taxi when needed. The room was a little small but the focus on decoration detail made it a magical place to stay.
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19 May 2025
The perfect bookend to our honeymoon!
Beautiful property, unique and special. Perfect location. Great staff and lovely breakfast!
Our room was a little small, but very charming.
7 May 2025
Very comfortable and made to feel very welcome
Very well located and a lovely house. Beautifully furnished, lovely staff a d a great breakfast too.
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4 May 2025
We would like to repeat our stay here at Ottantotto Firenze during our next visit to Florence.
I like its charming interior design, its color scheme, its cleanliness, its quietness+birdsongs amidst its central location, its good espresso+croissant and most importantly its small yet lovely team.
Like most places in the older part of town, we have to know how to keep plumbing smell under control, which we managed to have it pleasantly under control here.
22 April 2025
Beautiful and comfortable stay in Firenze
The location is really good, close to the centre but at the same time the street is not busy and sleeping in the room that is streetside, was not noisy. Bathroom was beautiful and functional - everything was fit comfortably into a relatively small space.
We had to leave early in the morning and we were given food bags to take away.
I would stay again, liked the design and small garden and closeness to everything, (including nearby parking).
6 April 2025
Memorable uniquely designed hotel with very warm reception
We had a room with a view to beautiful garden. Made the Firenze experience very peaceful.
24 March 2025
Ottantto is exceptional.
The kind and generous family, the beautiful garden, the architectural design and the wonderful breakfasts!
23 February 2025
Beautiful and characterful boutique hotel in a fantastic location
Located in Oltrarno near Santo Spirito - a great area full of character, bars and restaurants- much quieter than the very busy centre across the river. The hotel was beautiful - a fantastic 13th century conversion - so many original features. Our room (no.2) was at the back overlooking the pretty garden and was spacious , luxurious and comfortable. Breakfasts were varied and plentiful. The staff were friendly and helpful.
All excellent- only tiny things like having some fresh milk in our room fridge, more hangers and bath robes - but these are just suggestions and in no way deterred our opinion of this lovely hotel.
20 January 2025
Really enjoyable little place that was both relaxing and cosy.
Beautifully presented place. Cosy and comfortable and everything works perfectly. Great serviced breakfast and friendly helpful staff at reception and breakfast area. Really enjoyable experience. Location is a great in San Spirit.
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11 November 2024
Comfortable, peaceful and low key.
Design, easy going. Nice staff
Nothing. All very considered.
11 October 2024
Wonderful Gem in Florence for Couples
The location is a great hidden gem. 20 min walk (very flat) from a handful of historic sites, major leather markets, and fantastic food spots.
The staff is very friendly/helpful and the breakfast was plentiful and very good.
The room we stayed in was #5, and it was comfortable and intmate (ideal for couples/honeymooners). It is a nice place to recharge after a day on our feet before heading out to grab a bit to eat for dinner.
Overall, when we come back to Florence, we definitely will want to stay here again if possible.
The staff is not onsite after 13:00. It wasn't an issue for us, but I could see it being something a guest should know before booking.
So we are from the States, and A/C is standard for us. Our first night, we did not have AC due to it not being turned on for the room by the staff. This is because of the regulation, NOT the hotel itself. The next morning, we asked, and the staff was happy to turn on the AC for the remainder of our stay!
3 October 2024
Hidden gem in a stylish neighbourhood. So chic
Great neighbourhood, really beautiful interiors and great bath products. Everything felt curated. The epitome of a boutique hotel.
The only downside was that we were on the ground floor, and the staff coming in for breakfast preparation at 6am woke me up. Otherwise gorgeous stunning decor, smells amazing.
29 September 2024
Great weekend away
Beautiful, great area, nice cosmetics
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28 September 2024
Our favorite place - we wish we were staying longer!
Absolutely delightful experience. Room was clean and very comfortable, excellent bathroom facilities, and charming breakfast area with a lovely hostess. Our favorite was the little outdoor seating area with garden - so relaxing to start the day sipping coffee and eating delicious cheeses and croissants and prosciutto.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
Outdoors
- - Garden
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Heating
- - Air conditioning
Services
- - Luggage storage
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
Reception services
- - Invoice provided

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26 October 2025
The most exceptional stay amongst all my travels