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Via Faenza 67, 50129 Florence, Italy
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International Student House Florence
2.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
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Geneva
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“What an awful place!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2010

Many travellers have left poor reviews of this place and I can only agree with them. I go backpacking regularly and have travelled across several continents: I've hardly ever had such an unfirendly experience as in this hostel. Every service costs extra and the manager even tried to charge me for things I didn't order. The overall standard was way too low for the price paid. The location is not bad, but there are many more central hostels around. I moved to a different hostel for the following night and was much happier there.
There are quite a few nice places to stay in Florence, even for those travelling on a tight budget - chose one of those and stay away from this.

  • Stayed March 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Sydney, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Happy hostel in a great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2009

I'm a bit surprised to see the poor reviews that have been attributed to this hostel! "Giuseppe" who runs the place is a true character - he added such a warmth and friendliness to the experience. I thought it was an excellent and highly affordable place to stay, in a great location only a few minutes walk away from the train station. My only constructive criticism would be that it is quite dimly lit inside, and I couldn't find the light switch to the stairway coming back late at night. Also there was only one bathroom in a room shared by six, but we all got up at different times so none of us were left waiting. Overall it was a lovely hostel.

  • Stayed May 2009, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Rio
1 review
“The best hotel in Florence!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2008

Kitchen, internet access and many other facilities Great Staff

  • Liked — Kitchen, Location
  • Stayed March 2008, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 5 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Crap Hostel...”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2008
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What a crap hostel.
There are so many rules and regulations and the guy who owns it is not nice at all.. his totally fake.
The lock out is stupid from 10-2pm.. or something.
The guy who owns the hostel charges you for keeping bags the day you check in and out of the hostel, he talks about his customers while they are in the same room.
He doesn't let you use the internet, even though he charges for it, and recommends you go across the street to use it.
it can't even be considered a hostel, it's more like coming to a strangers house and crashing for the night.
not a fan at all. it grossed me out.

Stayed February 2008
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We loved this charming little hostel. It has only 5 rooms so there is a really intimate feel. We stayed in a private double with private bathroom. The room was spacious, brightly painted and filled with light. The bathroom, kitchen facilities, and bedrooms are newly redone as well. Everything was spotless and well maintained. The owner, Giuseppe is very sweet and strives to make your stay excellent. He even greeted us with ice cream sandwiches on check in! There are also laundry facilites and an outdoor clothes line to dry clothes. Very central area in walking distance to the duomo and other sites. Would definitely come back and recommend to friends!!!

  • Liked — great owner
  • Disliked — no air conditioning, but installing soon
  • Stayed June 2007, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Via Faenza 67, 50129 Florence, Italy
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