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WOW Florence - Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, walk to Gallery of the Academy of Florence

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi
Breakfast (EUR 5 per person)
Single Room | Room amenity
Fitness facility
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Via Venezia 18/B, Florence, FI, 50121
  • Popular LocationCathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore12 min walk
  • Popular LocationPiazza del Duomo13 min walk
  • Popular LocationUffizi Gallery20 min walk
  • AirportFlorence (FLR-Peretola)25 min drive

Most relevant reviews

ExperimentalCarousel

8/10 Good

Not bad but essential services as expected. We needed laundry services as advertised but they were not available
Juan
Dec 9, 2021

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 people - Price for 1 bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Comfort Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Comfort Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (bedsit in a double room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 people - Price for 1 bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only (4 beds)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Florence

WOW Florence - Hostel is located in San Lorenzo, a neighborhood in Florence, and is near a train station. Uffizi Gallery and Gallery of the Academy of Florence are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Historic Center - Downtown and Ponte Vecchio. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stadio Artemio Franchi or Coverciano.
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What's nearby

  • Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore - 12 min walk
  • Piazza del Duomo - 13 min walk
  • Basilica of Santa Maria Novella - 16 min walk
  • Historic Center - Downtown - 18 min walk
  • Uffizi Gallery - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Florence-Le Cure Station - 12 min walk
  • Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪IL Vegano - Firenze - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Finnegan's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Antica Trattoria da Tito - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Il Vegetariano - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Cavour - ‬1 min walk

About this property

WOW Florence - Hostel

Hostel near Historic Center - Downtown
WOW Florence - Hostel is located close to Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Uffizi Gallery, and provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and concierge services
  • A computer station, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 58 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: EUR 5 per person
  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Shared refrigerator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 5 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

WOW Florence Hostel
WOW Florence
WOW Hostel
WOW Florence - Hostel Florence
WOW Florence - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
WOW Florence - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Florence

Frequently asked questions

Is WOW Florence - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at WOW Florence - Hostel?

WOW Florence - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at WOW Florence - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at WOW Florence - Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is WOW Florence - Hostel located?

Located in San Lorenzo, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Florence and Gallery of the Academy of Florence. Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Central Market are also within 15 minutes. Strozzi - Fallaci Tram Stop is 13 minutes by foot and Fortezza Tram Stop is 14 minutes.

WOW Florence - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 254 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 254 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Suzanna

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Juan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not bad but essential services as expected. We needed laundry services as advertised but they were not available
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

RENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great overall
Great terrace with classic views of Florence. Great breakfast included. Was a bit cold with only sheets no blankets
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

vania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommended stay in Florence
It was amazing stay. The staff are friendly and helpful. The check in and check out process is fast. The room is clean and comfortable. They also provide towels and hairdryer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yasaman

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This has gotta be the best hostel I’ve stayed in! Super clean, nice staff (except one older woman who had an attitude for some reason, but I found that very typical in Italy), they have sunset yoga on the rooftop which is cool. The crowd is also good!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The superhero/comic book theme was a surprise, but who doesn’t want a gold bathroom and a portrait of Thor above the bed?! This place is simple, yet fun. The staff are professional and friendly. The breakfast offers a good range of foods and nice coffee. What more do you need?
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim Carlos John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little bit of a walk from the city centre. I stayed on my own in a room, its clean, quiet, and tidy.... keep it up
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Generally all good. Just a little more warm in the rooms may be good. And a better servide in the breakefast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time to stay at a hostel, was good for a new experience, I had to deal with the idea of sharing same room with others (snoring, bad smell and shar
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not going back there
The room felt really old and dirty. The bathroom was terrible, it wasn't dirty but definitely need renovation, looked extremely old. The hallway was big but the carpet was super dirty. The kitchen was well equipped, except for the stove, it takes hours to cook there and you can use only one or two pans a at time because it's an induction stove and they only have one induction pan.... Definitely the worst part was the bed, I couldn't sleep there, wether I moved or the other guy moved the bed would shake like if it was an earthquake. I wouldn't recommend this hostel for someone who wants a good rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hostel
Basically a good hostel for people in the beginning of their 20's, also seen in the young adults partying and having fun upstairs (done by midnight and decent people, no noise disturbance). I lived there for one night, being in my 30's. For people age and who can afford it, I'd recommend to pay a few extra bucks for another place. But it's a good price with clean conditions, good breakfast buffet, close to Duomo etc, and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Upstairs bar was still open after the "mandated" time of no yelling after 2300. They closed at midnight and was still playing loud music. Just that one small thing, but otherwise awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay in Florence. A bit far from the station but close to everywhere of interest and very clean and stylish.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short and sweet
My flight landed pretty late. And I couldn’t get to the hostel until after midnight. The front desk clerk was very welcoming though, and I was able to check in with no problems, and I was very happy with the whole set-up. I only stayed one night, but I was very happy with the location and living space in general.

8/10 Good

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

G, London

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed Bugs
Found bed bugs in our room. Was given tokens to use washing machine and dryer but there was only one of each so took a while to get our stuff clean. Had to throw away everything that wasn't washable as we didn't want to infest our rental flat back home. Most staff weren't very sympathetic (the one who offered us free washing was reasonable) and didn't clean that room straight away after we found the bugs which makes me think it wasn't a priority. We were given another room on the same floor which also had bed bugs but those ones were blamed on us moving rooms. We were compensated the cost of one night but we had paid for three through Expedia. Never had a problem with bed bugs before and it was a real downer on our trip and the bites were uncomfortable (we were all covered).
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our first time staying in a Hostel. I was pleasantly surprised and would definitely recommend WOW.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

hyeonmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice hostel
Nothing really bad to say. decently walkable location, reasonably priced, but was in great condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel with good amenities
Nice hostel within a short walk of the train station and main city attractions. The entrance to the hostel was warm and welcoming. The rooms were clean and tidy. The hostel itself had a good kitchen. And the staff were always ready to help.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Simon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Consider other options
On the plus side, the l not bad, about 10 minutes walk to the duomo area. The breakfast only costs 5 euros and is worthwhile. There is also a cafe just a few doors down from the hostel which is excellent. The beds are comfortable for small people. On to the negatives, for a room I paid nearly 300 euros for 4 nights in a private room with a private bathroom. By hostel standards this isn't cheap. My room was tired, scuffed, dirty and devoid of any features except for a small dirty table. It smells really really bad. I don't know if it's a drains issue or if it they were using an industrial strength cleaner to cover up for something, but the smell is constant, overpowering and physically sickening. There are no sheet or towel changes. On day three we asked for new towels and we told they were changed every three days, we were not provided new sheets or towels for day 4. Poor show. It is noisy. Both internally with people stomping up and down the stairs to the rooftop patio (average) or up and down the sparse echoing corridors, or outside where the sounds from the children's playground way up to meet you when trying to leave the windows open to get rid of the stench in the hostel. In conclusion, stay if you have to, it isn't the worst place, but I really wish I'd have used the credit card and plumped for an extra 20 euros a night to stay somewhere better.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Munni

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bed Bugs
Stayed 2 nights, single room, two twin beds. Failed to check the bed for bed bugs during our first night. On our last night, we found several bed bugs. My younger sister had been bitten all over her arms and legs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017