Residenza d'Epoca Palazzo Riblet

We enjoyed our stay here. Proximity to the station and value were our reasons for selecting Riblet, then we found... 1) A very helpful owner. Good communication before and during our stay. He was patient as our arrival plans changed as a result of rail strike. Provided recommendations for cooking class and nearby restaurants. 2) An enormous room. The rooms are not cookie cutter, so look at descriptions. Our had a terrace, two televisions, one long area that looked like it might have been a solarium and an adjoining king bedroom. 3) Quiet. We never heard outside street noise. First night some occupants of adjoining room were loud and easily heard. Interior noise might be an issue if other guests are boisterous. 4) secure. The building is shared so getting to your room is a three step process. Security cameras in place. In room safe. It is not an 'American style' hotel. I mean that as a compliment. If we return to Florence, we will stay here!

Palazzo Riblet is now my official home in Florence. I stayed at Elise Deluxe (the blue bathroom in the photos) for 4 nights and it really is one of the best accommodations I had in my 70 day European trip. I booked via their official website and was told that I even got a discount (yey!). Mr. Luciano the owner is the best host; He kept in touch with me before my trip, making sure about my travel plan, directions and instructions on my booking. As soon as I arrived he greeted me by my name even told me he will make sure to reserve a specific room for me on my next visit because its the name of the city where I am from. He also lent me a Rick Steves Florence travel guide book which was such a huge help during my trip. Mr. Luciano also gave recommendations on where to go and restaurants to eat which were the best! Love that he also made sure to tell me to drink the free wine provided in the room because it's a gift and he will not take no for an answer. lol As for the Palazzo Riblet, location is one of the best: It is a tram ride away from the airport, less than 3 mins walk from the beautiful Santa Maria Novella, around 10mins walk from the main train station, less than 9 mins walk from Duomo, 15 mins walk from Uffizi and Academia Gallery and Palazzio Piti and Palazzo Vecchio, In front of the oldest pharmacy in Florence and has lots of gelato and restaurants and coin laundry near the area as well. The building is understandably old which means physical keys (which I loved) and slow elevator but it gives more charm to the place. My room Elise is just lovely, it's big for a solo traveler and space is enough for a 2-3 people, comfortable bed and big enough bathroom with shower, bathtub and Italian bidet. Wifi has good connection with sparkling water and some biscuits readily available for the guest. Basic toiletries are also provided. I just love this place and no complaints whatsoever.. though I did hope to have hooks in the bathroom for towels and clothes but this did not bother me.

This hotel was a wonderful surprise for the last day of out trip in Italy. The owners made us feel like we were family. His recommendations for places to eat and visit was very helpful. The location, the room, cleanliness are 5/5. My teenage daughter said Luciano seemed to enjoy doing his job more than just running a business. I certainly will stay at this hotel again in when I return to Florence. Thank you for making our stay memorable. Nga Tuesley Date of stay: June 2022

This hotel was an wonderful surprise for the last day of out trip in Italy. The owners made us feel like we were family. His recommendations for places to eat and visit was very helpful. The location, the room, cleanliness are 5/5. My teenage daughter said Luciano seemed to enjoy his job more than just running a business. I certainly will stay at this hotel again in when I return to Florence. Thank you for making our staying memorable. Nga Tuesley