Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia
A practical Florence base with parking, a bar, and rooms that actually block out the city.
A place to stay in Florence
Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia is a three-star hotel in Florence with 1,284 guest reviews averaging 4.2/5. Room types run from singles to family rooms sleeping four, and every category comes with free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a bar and a coffee house on site, private parking available nearby at €50 per day, and a 24-hour front desk. Staff speak English, Italian, French, and Spanish, which makes the tour desk genuinely useful for guests planning day trips.
Who this stay suits
A straightforward three-star hotel in Florence with reliable basics — soundproofed rooms, parking options, a bar, and round-the-clock front desk staff.
Best for
- Couples or solo travellers on a Florence city trip
- Drivers who need hotel parking in the city
- Families wanting flexible room configurations
- Guests who prefer to book tours on-site
Less suited to
- Travellers looking for a pool or spa
- Guests wanting all meals included on-site
Rooms built for city sleeping
Every room category at Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia has soundproofing and air conditioning. The Quadruple Room, at 20 m², also has views of either a landmark or the inner courtyard, giving it a bit more character than the standard configurations.
Bar and coffee house on site
The hotel runs both a bar and a coffee house, so there's somewhere to sit down with a drink or an espresso without leaving the building. It's a modest but practical arrangement for early mornings or late arrivals.
Parking in central Florence
Private parking is available nearby at €50 per day, with valet parking and a parking garage both on the options list. For a city where driving can be complicated, having a reserved space through the hotel saves real time and stress.
Security and front desk around the clock
The hotel has 24-hour security, a security alarm, CCTV in common areas, and key access throughout. The front desk runs all night, which matters for guests on late trains or early flights.
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, guests score Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia 4.2/5. The most frequently praised aspects are the location, the staff, and the free Wi-Fi — a combination that suggests the hotel delivers consistently on the basics that matter most for a city stay in 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. Guests consistently rate the location as one of its strongest points, making it a practical base for exploring the city on foot.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes. Private parking is available at a nearby location and must be reserved in advance. It costs €50 per day. The hotel also has valet parking and a parking garage.
What room types does the hotel have?
There are five room types: Single, Double or Twin, Triple (18 m²), Quadruple (20 m²), and Family. Bed configurations vary by room and some are selectable at booking.
Is breakfast included?
The facts provided do not confirm a breakfast package. The hotel does have a coffee house and a bar on site for drinks and light refreshments.
What is the check-in and check-out process?
The hotel has express check-in and check-out available. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day, so late arrivals and early departures can be handled without issues.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Yes. There are dedicated family rooms with a three-twin-plus-queen-bed layout. The hotel also has an elevator, baggage storage, and 24-hour front desk staff.
What languages does the front desk staff speak?
Staff speak English, Italian, French, and Spanish.
Is there Wi-Fi and what does it cost?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. It is one of the most positively mentioned features in guest reviews.
Can the hotel help arrange tours or day trips?
Yes, the hotel has a tour desk where staff can assist with planning excursions and local activities in and around Florence.
What are the rates at Hotel Kursaal & Ausonia?
Rates start from €79 per night. Prices vary by room type, dates, and availability. Check the hotel directly or through your booking platform for current pricing.
Are the rooms soundproofed?
Yes. The Single, Double or Twin, Triple, and Quadruple rooms all have soundproofing listed as a room facility.
Is the hotel entirely non-smoking?
Yes. The hotel is a smoke-free property and all rooms are non-smoking.