Stayed in the Hotel Caravaggio in September 2008, it was a very hot weekend, the Hotel was cool though because all the rooms are air conditioned, we had a room at the back of the hotel which was quiet, although this meant that there were no views, we overlooked a middle area of the hotel onto another window! This was fine though as we were out all day every day and only returned to change and shower for the evening, the bed was large and comfortable and the bathroom was large with a good shower, the breakfast was really good, lots of selection, buffet continental, eggs, rolls, jam, ham, cheeses, coffee and tea, fresh juice... and v.nice staff, it was a good set up for the day ahead. Florence is a beautiful city, with so much to do, and see, I was unaware that you could pre-book on line tickets for the main sights, if I had known this I would have pre-booked a few i.e Michelangelo's David, there was a long queue. Be warned though it is an expensive place we paid 12 euro for 2 ice creams! We had a wonderful time in Florence, then on the last day we went on the train to Pisa, which again I recommend an amazing sight, you have to book to go up the tower as they only allow about 30 a time, so it can be quite a wait for your turn, pisa also has a nice town with lots of shops and restaurants/cafes. also v. pretty.

Hotel Caravaggio was a gem. I have stayed at many European 3-star hotels and this was by far the best.

The room was quiet, and I had a view of the Duomo (Room 302). The staff was very friendly and more than accommodating. The room was extremely large by European standards as well as the bathroom. I even had a jacuzzi. The hotel room and bathroom were very, very clean. Decorations were modest but not tacky.

The TV was not that old when you see what actual Italians have in their homes. If you want a 42" LCD Plasma, go to a five-star hotel in Florence, and pay $600 or more per night. This hotel was very well priced. I stayed for six nights for less that $1,000.00.

As for the mini fridge not working, mine was not working at first, and the staff said they would gladly store anything for me. Additionally, they do not rip you off on the drinks and snacks inside the mini-fridge.

The only thing I missed was CNN, which was not working because of the hotel's problem with their satellite. The only real gripe I had is that Internet access in the lobby costs 1 euro for 15 minutes. They should throw that in for free.

The hotel was situated very near the train station and the San Lorenzo Market , Academeia (David), and walking distance to the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio as well as the shops along Via de' Tornabuoni.

I would definitely recommend this hotel for anyone traveling to Florence.

The hotel reception was very informal.
Even when the room was large and quiet, the amenities were minimal (broken fridge, decoration awful and the television very old)
Breakfast good but In general, I would never recommend it

Stayed for five nights (May 2008) with my husband and college age daughter. Very good value. We stayed in a triple room facing the street and park. Although there was some noise from the street, it was somewhat muted by closing the windows. Fortunately the air-conditioning worked very well which kept our room comfortable. The room was very large with plenty of space for our three pieces of luggage. The bathroom was well appointed and immaculate. It did not have a shower curtain on the tub/shower so, even with care, the water splashed out of the tub. Fortunately there was a drain on the bathroom floor for the over splashes. Again, no face towel so if you use one bring your own. They have wireless internet available in the room. The location is a short walk to the Duomo and Accademia but a little farther walk to the Ponte Vecchio area. There are several good restaurants on the same side of Via Nazionale toward the train station. Also on Via Nazionale within a few blocks is a grocery store and self serve laundry. The staff who spoke English were pleasant enough. We didn’t have the opportunity to ask for too much assistance from them so I can’t speak to that. We did not frequent the small bar and outdoor patio area. The breakfast room was very pleasant and well appointed. The buffet breakfast was good and satisfying. The train station is within walking distance. Unlike other reviewers, we had no trouble walking to the train station on Via Nationale with our rolling suitcases. Save yourself the 15 E taxi ride and walk. Directions from station to hotel: Exit to the left upon leaving the train tracks. Cross the street at cross walk and head right, passing a McDonalds. At the corner turn left and stay on this street. It becomes Via Nazionale. Continue for about 3-4 short blocks. When you reach the park (Piazza Della Indipendenza), Hotel Caravaggio will be on the right side of Via Nazionale (as you are walking) across from the park. Would definitely return. See my other reviews on Hotel Apollo, Rome and La Locandiera, Venice.