worst experience i've ever had at a hostel backpacking europe for 3 months!! if you like book camps w/ yelling nazis this is the place for you. they wake you up at 9:30AM, lock you out at 10:00AM and if you're still in bed they'll literally pull/throw you out (i made it 1/2 way across the room) and then kick... more

Cheap, easy access to florence town centre, just a 10 minute walk. Lovely friendly environment. Good facilities. more

Stayed here for a few nights in Dec 2006. Was happy with my stay here - i met new friends, and have no significant complaints. I recommend this hostel! Positives: Clean rooms with comfortable beds Efficient, english speaking staff Large common room conducive to mingling with fellow travellers Kitchen facilities (stove, sink, NO fridge as mentioned before... borrow utensils from... more

I stayed here for 3 nights as a base for my visit to Florence. The location is central, close to the Arno in Oltrarno, so saved on transport. The good points are the hostel is very clean, with excellent showers, (for a hostel). There is a kitchen and equipment can be hired for free which keeps the budget down and... more

I have just return from a short trip to Florence, Italy. Ostello Santa Monaca was the possible solution for me, as I booked my accomodation on the very last minute over their internet portal. With a good city map, the place is quite easy to find, at Oltrarno, across the river from the city center. Staff is very friendly and... more

J'ai séjourné deux nuits à l'auberge Santa Monaca au mois d'avril dernier. Le personnel y a été très accueillant et... more