We really ejoyed staying here. We could easily walk to everything from our location, and it was extremely easy to find when we arrived at the train station. Just a very short and easy walk. The owners were very nice and gave us a map when we checked in and circled all the "must see" locations on it for us.... more

Two friends and I stayed 6 nights at Il Ghiro Florence in mid May and we are very happy with this little gem right in the middle of everything. The main train station, bus stations and the shuttle bus to the airport are all within walking distance, so are the main tourist attractions. The location is nonetheless quiet and safe.... more

The service and support from the hostel was amazing. Right when we got there, we were shown a map and places that were recommended for us to see. We felt safe and secure at Il Ghiro (you need a key to get in the main door and then you punch in a security code on a punchpad). The location was... more

Good service right from the start. We received a personalised email from the owner giving us the instructions we needed and confirming our booking had been received. On arrival in Firenza we followed the directions and found the place easily, a short walk from the main train station. The owner was very friendly and happy to recommend places and draw... more

This place was great. We stayed in a double private room with a semi-private bathroom. Federico (one of the owner) was always around and was very helpful in suggesting local places to eat at. The Hostel was within walking distance from the train station. The rooms were quite and clean. I will be staying when I visit Florence again more

I had a reservation for this hotel for months. A few weeks before my coming there the hotel canceled my reservation without a real explanation, and re-booked me at another hotel. When I inquired about the reason they did not respond. So here I was, stuck either to go to a hotel not of my choice (and less expensive than... more

My friend I stayed at Il Ghiro for a couple of nights in Aug05. I'm surprised to be the first to comment on this place, as it proved to be the friendliest places we stayed in during our trip across Europe. I don't think I've met nicer people than the two guys that run this place. Upon our arrival, they... more