Stayed 3 nights here, based on the fact that I had no way to check reviews & this was the first place recommended by a friend that had a room when I needed it. Had I been staying longer than 3 nights, I would have tried to find another place. Pros: Very friendly, helpful staff, they were always right there... more

Great breakfast in the mornings, and the staff learned our preferred espresso drinks and brought them by the second day. The beds were very firm, but that was tolerable. Good size room and bathroom. Location was good. Hotel was quiet. Wireless available in the lobby. One tip about the neighborhood: note the closing time to the laundromat next door BEFORE... more

We arrived at the Carolus after a very long day. We walked from the train station (only 10 minutes away). We needed a shower and a comfy bed for a nap. We got a tiny, tiny room with 2 single beds despite the fact we'd requested a double. When we asked to be moved they advised us there were no... more

We stayed at Carolus for 4 nights. We read the reviews from here and most were right on. We got there a bit early and they got us into our room with no problems. As we walked the hallway down to our room, we noticed the carpet was heavily tracked and worn. We also noticed some damaged to the walls.... more

Stayed in the Carolus Hotel for three nights in May this year on business and found it unimpressive. The room was very small and I was glad I was only there on my own, I think it would be too small for two people although it was a double. My room was at the front of the hotel but I... more

After reading some of these reviews, we had high hopes for our stay in Florence. The good stuff: The bell staff is very friendly and fluent in English. The view from our room was pretty. The location is convenient to most of the central Florentine sights. The bad stuff: Overall, the hotel is a dirty... the carpets in the hallways... more

My wife and I stayed here for 3 nights in February 2008, and paid less than £50 per room per night, including a very decent continental breakfast. Room was comfy, air-con, satellite tv, staff all wonderful, including the "bag man" on arrival. Position good, we thought, a 5 minute walk to the action. If we return to Florence, which I... more

We booked the Carolus on lastminute.com as one of the "Top Secret Deals" - meaning that we only got a brief description of the hotel, no specifics before booking, at which point you learn the details of where you'll be staying. The idea is that these hotels don't want their name published with such a low rate, leading one to... more

Wow, when we got to the hotel, there was a doorman to take our bags! We weren't expecting that. This hotel was great. The reception staff were friendly and helpful for eating & shopping tips. The rooms were a decent size, and clean. I couldn't quite get my bearings in Florence, but every time I thought that I was completely... more