Lorenzo

Casa Billi

TopBnB Very good 8.8 / 10

(22 reviews)

via Faenza, 12 - Firenze (FI) - Area: san lorenzo | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT048017B9LED47MUB

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Category
Guesthouse

Rooms
10

Breakfast
not included

Bathroom
Ensuite
for some rooms

Guests in this venue liked

In the city center
Near the station
Shopping area
Cheap
Near the metro
The design of the property
Abundant breakfast
Spectacular view

Description

Casa Billi is centrally located, downtown of Florence, close to S. Maria Novella central train station (from which it is possible to take bus or taxi), Fortezza da Basso (center of fairs in the city), from the Dome, behind the Cappelle Medicee and S. Lorenzo and its characteristic market. Casa Billi, now renewed, was opened from 1951 and it provides rooms and studios with all comforts like air conditioner (not for the studio), hairdryer, tv, tv sat, minifridge (rooms with private bathroom) free WI FI or LAN, guide map, pc in common area for the guests and much more: it is also possible to ask for more info about reservation service museums, info chartering and parking cars, scooters and motorcycle
The payments will be made by cash or by credit card like American, Carta Si, Visa, JCB, Maestro or Bancomat.

It's possible to reach Piazza Signoria and Ponte Vecchio by walk in few minutes.

In proximity of the structure, they are present a lot of typical pizzerie, restaurants, where is possible to taste the typical florentine kitchen; bookcases, Internet points, stores of souvenir, premises, and discos for you to enjoy.

You can relax and stay in Florence leaving during your vacation at Casa Billi and you can feel like home. The young atmosphere will render unforgettable your vacation in Florence

For owners of BBCard is required a minimum stay of 2 nights.

We invite the Dear customers to be in possession of BBCard, to notify in a timely manner, at the time of requests.

The discount does not apply during high season (at the discretion of the structure).

Rooms and Rates

To accommodate the needs of all our guests, we regret that we cannot accept pets.

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Number of rooms with shared bathroom:

Air Conditioning
Historic House
Romantic Atmosphere
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Heating

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Rooms with air conditioning
Internet access
English speaker

House features

Historic house
19th century house
Recently restored house
Sharing areas available for guests
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning
Room temperature controller
Double glazing or solar panels

Electric system

Certified systems
Emergency lights or fire exit directions

Location and surroundings

City centre
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 7
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 4
Number of rooms with shared bathroom: 3

Size of rooms

Between 10 and 14 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Guestbook
Discounts in local shops and restaurants for the guests

Holiday themes - the place

Arts town

Holiday themes - town size

Metropolis - over 300.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Arts or archeologic area
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Local crafts
Metropolitan area
Historic centre
Shopping area

Holiday themes - house features

Historic house
Family
Business
Romantic atmosphere

Breakfast

Breakfast (and citytax) is not included but with an extra fee we provide a ticket for breakfast at the bar under the street (50 meters from the Casa Billi) from 8. 30 until 11. 30
not available on tuesday.

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Casa Billi has been open to the public and managed by family Billi from 1951, continuously,
and is registered in the register of historical Florentine exercises
Casa Billi, from its origins, has been set as an affordable place to stay which over the years has been able to manage and confirm, through all ages, constantly reinventing itself and to meet the needs of travelers from around the world long before the advent of the Internet, blogs and the web 2. 0
It was recently renovated in order to offer more and more services like wi-fi or LAN, air conditioning everywhere and many other features
Casa Billi is open year-round.

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Conditions

Check-in from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Check-out before 10:00 AM - If you're late you may be charged for an extra night

Area San Lorenzo

Casa Billi is centrally located, from 1951, in San Lorenzo area, walking distance to the central train station of Santa Maria Novella, from where you can take buses to any other part of the city, only 2 minutes by walk from Fortezza da Basso and also 3 minutes by walk from the Duomo, our Cathedral: Cappelle Medicee and our typical San Lorenzo market are behind the building

Airports

Florence Airport - Peretola 5 Km
Pisa Airport - Galileo Galilei 69 Km

Train Stations

Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station 365 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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In The Surroundings

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella 342 m
Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station 365 m
Baptistery 362 m
Cathedral 390 m
Cenacolo di Santa Apollonia 479 m
University - Faculty of Architecture 478 m
Oratory of Vanchetoni 489 m
Accademia Gallery 519 m
Florence Fairs and Exhibitions Centre 561 m
University 595 m
Piazza Ognissanti 687 m
Piazza della Signoria 731 m
Palazzo Vecchio 775 m
Ponte Vecchio 861 m
Uffizi Gallery 913 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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Very good

Overall Rating 8.8 / 10
22 reviews

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What guests say

Reviews highlight the property's excellent central location, very close to the train station and main attractions, making it convenient for exploring the city and shopping areas. Rooms are generally described as clean, quiet, and equipped with essential comforts. The host is often praised for being friendly and helpful. Some guests did point out occasional cleanliness issues or lack of natural light in certain rooms. Overall, the value for money is considered good, and the property is recommended especially for short stays.

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stefano

Property: 6 | Cleaning: 8 | Host: 7 | Location: 8 | Price/Quality: 8

Very convenient accommodation due to its proximity to the train station. Clean, spacious room with the essential comforts for a vacation. The owner of the establishment is friendly and helpful. I will return.

stayed from 06/20/2025 to 06/24/2025

georgios

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

A simple but convenient room right in the centre of Florence, close to everything, and right opposite to the famous Pompi Tiramisu! The room had a window to the inner of the building, so there was no view, but it was quiet and I think that this combination (really central and quiet) is great. Price for this location and Florence price standards is excellent.

stayed from 05/16/2025 to 05/19/2025

hsinchih

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 8 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 7

The location is ideal for shopping, dining and sightseeing.

stayed from 05/01/2025 to 05/05/2025

lidia

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 9 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 8

Great location. My studio was a bit dark. Otherwise, it is all okay.

stayed from 10/03/2024 to 10/06/2024

rosa

Property: 5 | Cleaning: 4 | Host: 8 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 5

The manager is very kind and helpful. The structure is in the center, but cleanliness is poor.

stayed from 09/12/2024 to 09/16/2024

adriana

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 8 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 8

The location is excellent if you arrive by train and to visit the wonders of Florence. The property is equipped with comfortable beds, a clean and comfortable bathroom. The manager is kind and helpful.

stayed from 09/07/2024 to 09/10/2024

rayna

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Everything perfect, owner helpful, precise and very kind. The rooms are in order and clean, cozy. The strategic location, very convenient to move around on foot or by public transport. I booked for my parents and other friends, in their advanced age, 80-82 years old, they were very happy, with the premises, the location and the quality price. Thank you very much.

stayed from 04/10/2024 to 04/15/2024

david

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Great, Lorenzo was very helpful and the accommodation is in a great location. I definitely recommend it. David.

stayed from 10/23/2023 to 10/26/2023

thomas

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 8

Room 4 with shared bathroom very clean. The air conditioning works very well, the room is well soundproofed and the bedding is good. Very good location and friendly owner, we will come back with pleasure!

stayed from 09/04/2023 to 09/10/2023

maude

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 9

Very well located, very friendly owner.

stayed from 04/24/2023 to 04/28/2023

alexis

Property: 7 | Cleaning: 4 | Host: 9 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 5

The room was dirty and smelled like cigarettes. The air conditioner only worked some of the time. Great location.

stayed from 07/15/2023 to 07/19/2023

quentin

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 8 | Host: 10 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 10

Great location and friendly host. However, beware of mosquitoes, even with the window closed we had 15 mosquitoes in one night, we got eaten alive.

stayed from 05/08/2023 to 05/11/2023

paul

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 8

Very easy to access and very in the center! Ideal to explore the city from this point.

stayed from 04/14/2023 to 04/17/2023

angelica

It was a perfect stay, the structure is equipped with all the comforts and the host is a very helpful person, takes care of his guests. The location is very central, a few steps from the center and not far from the train station.

stayed from 10/29/2022 to 11/01/2022

mesut

Property: 10 | Cleaning: 10 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 10

Clean and practical Bnb! It is very well located between pedestrian areas and car access roads! Very quiet and looks like the pictures! Top air conditioning, thanks again.

stayed from 07/29/2022 to 08/02/2022

paula

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 7 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 6

Our stay at Casa Billi was very nice, perfect location and welcoming host. The shared bathroom was not always clean as some guests can be a bit less respectful.

stayed from 06/04/2022 to 06/09/2022

raghul

raghul rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 04/14/2022 to 04/18/2022

chiara

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 8 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 9

chiara rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 10/01/2021 to 10/03/2021

alessandro

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 6 | Host: 10 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 8

Great location, very kind and helpful owner.

stayed from 11/16/2019 to 11/18/2019

angela

Property: 8 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 8 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 9

angela rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 09/19/2019 to 09/22/2019

francesca

Property: 9 | Cleaning: 9 | Host: 9 | Location: 10 | Price/Quality: 9

Great solution to visit Florence in peace, quiet, clean, practical room! The manager is very helpful and kind, if possible I will definitely come back.

stayed from 07/10/2018 to 07/13/2018

giuseppe

Property: 7 | Cleaning: 7 | Host: 10 | Location: 9 | Price/Quality: 7

giuseppe rated this property but he didn't leave any comment

stayed from 10/19/2017 to 10/22/2017