Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia
A solid Florence base with parking — rare at this price
A place to stay in Florence
Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia is a 3-star hotel in Florence, rated 4.2/5 across 1,284 guest reviews. Guests consistently point to the location and staff as standouts. Private parking is available nearby — a genuine advantage in a city where parking is notoriously difficult to arrange. The hotel runs a bar and an on-site coffee house, with a 24-hour front desk and express check-in and check-out. Rooms have air conditioning, free WiFi, and soundproofing. Staff speak English, Italian, French, and Spanish.
Who this stay suits
A straightforward, well-run 3-star hotel in Florence where the staff, location, and private parking do most of the heavy lifting.
Best for
- Travellers arriving by car
- Families needing larger rooms
- First-time Florence visitors
- Budget-conscious couples
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting on-site dining beyond bar service
- Those seeking a spa or fitness facilities
Private parking in Florence
The hotel has private parking available nearby, including a parking garage and valet parking. Reservation is required and costs €50 per day. For a city where street parking is almost nonexistent, this alone changes the calculus for road-trip travellers.
Rooms with views and soundproofing
Quadruple and Single rooms have landmark and inner courtyard views as standard. All room categories include soundproofing — a practical detail in a busy Italian city. The Quadruple room runs to 20 m².
Bar and coffee house on site
There is a bar and a coffee house on the premises. Neither requires leaving the building for a morning espresso or an evening drink — two things that matter more than they sound in a city where everything closes early or fills up.
Security and 24-hour staffing
The front desk is staffed around the clock. The property has 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, a security alarm, key access, and smoke alarms throughout.
Rooms & suites
Double or Twin Room
sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 2 twin beds
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
- Free Wifi
Triple Room
18.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed 3 twin beds
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
- Free Wifi
Quadruple Room
20.0 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed 4 twin beds
- Landmark view
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Single Room
sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed
- Landmark view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Standout features
Inside Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia
Amenities at Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Private Parking
- Family rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Elevator
- Heating
- Bar
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Valet parking
- Tour desk
- Private Parking
- Parking garage
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Bar
Parking Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 50 per day.
- Valet parking
- Parking garage
Services
- Baggage storage
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
Arriving in Florence
Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia is 5.2 km from Florence Airport (FLR), where the T2 tram runs to Firenze Santa Maria Novella. Firenze Santa Maria Novella station is about 0.5 km away, roughly a 5-minute walk. Florence operates a ZTL limited-traffic zone in its historic centre, where cameras issue automatic fines to unauthorised vehicles. This property lists parking; properties inside a zone can usually register a guest's plate, so confirm access and arrival time before driving in. Italian cities charge a tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) per person per night, collected by the property rather than included in the booking total; the rate depends on the city and the property's star rating, and many properties still take it in cash.
Across 1,284 reviews, the property holds a 4.2/5 rating. Location and staff are the two themes guests flag most often, followed by the free WiFi. The private parking arrangement also draws positive attention given how difficult car access is in central Florence.
- Staff9.1
- Facilities8.3
- Cleanliness8.8
- Comfort8.6
- Value For Money8.5
- Location9.2
- Free Wifi9
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia located?
The hotel is in Florence, Italy. The location is one of the most positively mentioned aspects in guest reviews, though the specific district is not listed in available details.
Does the hotel have private parking?
Yes. Private parking is available at a nearby location and must be reserved in advance. The cost is €50 per day. Valet parking and a parking garage are also available.
What room types are available?
The hotel has Single, Double or Twin, Triple, Quadruple, and Family rooms. Bed configurations vary by room type, and some allow you to choose between queen or twin beds at the time of booking, subject to availability.
Is breakfast served at the hotel?
There is a coffee house and a bar on site. No breakfast-specific details are listed in available hotel information, so it is worth confirming directly when booking.
Is free WiFi available?
Yes. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and in all room types.
What are the check-in and check-out options?
The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and offers express check-in and check-out. Exact check-in and check-out times should be confirmed at booking.
Are family rooms available?
Yes. There is a dedicated Family Room with three twin beds and one queen bed. The Quadruple Room at 20 m² is another option for groups or families needing extra space.
What languages does the front desk staff speak?
Staff speak English, Italian, French, and Spanish.
Is the hotel suitable for guests with luggage to store?
Yes. Baggage storage is available at the hotel, which is useful if you need to check out before your transport departs.
Can the hotel help arrange tours or activities in Florence?
Yes. There is a tour desk on site that can assist with local excursions and bookings.
What is the starting price?
Rooms start from around $86 USD per night, though rates vary by date and room type. Check current availability directly with the hotel or your preferred booking platform.
Is the property smoke-free?
Yes. Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia is a fully smoke-free property with designated non-smoking rooms.