Althea is a guest house situated in the ancient quarters of Florence called "Oltrarno", which means "On the other side of the river Arno". Althea is located near monuments, museums, churches, palaces and parks: the Pitti Palace, the Old Bridge, Santo Spirito, the Gardens of Boboli - just to name a few. There you can find traditional artisan workshops: mosaic, wood carving, ceramics, antiques, goldsmith and much more.

Althea is located in the lively district named “ Santo Spirito “ in the historical area of Florence; Santo Spirito is part of the Oltrarno and is known for its high concentration of art galleries, artisan workshops and antique dealers.

The rooms are equipped with: private bath, heater, air conditioning unit, telephone, refrigerator, color T.V. and safe box.

We provide our guests with keys to all entrances to allow for complete independence during their stay in Florence. American Express, Visa, Mastercard, Diners are welcome.

The location of Althea in the heart of Florence will provide easy access to all museums and to convenient public transportation.

The parking “ Oltrarno “ at Porta Romana , a 5-minute walk from Althea, is advised for visitors who arrive by car.

By Train:
Most trains arrive at Florence’s main train station, FIRENZE SANTA MARIA NOVELLA (Firenze SMN), except for trains arriving to Florence between 11:00 PM ~ 12:00 PM and 07:00 – these trains stop at FIRENZE CAMPO MARTE (easier to get a cab from this station, after midnight the buses are running only once per hour.
The Santa Maria Novella station is about 1,3 miles from the Althea.

By Taxi from Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station:
Exit the train station to the left, close to the pharmacy (Farmacia), and take a right to the cab stand. The approximate cost to the Althea is 13 Euro (price may fluctuate regarding day/night/weekend/holiday fare differences and luggage fees).

By Bus (ATAF) from Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station:
Bus 11 - 36 and 37 - Get out from the train station through the main entrance\exit (the big hall were tickets are sold) and reach the platform down the steps in front of the little gardens.
Bus n 11-36 or 37 follow the same path, ask to the driver for the second stop of via dei Serragli (it is the third stop after the bridge "Ponte alla Carraia") than walk in the same direction as the bus for a few meters until you find the intersection with Via del Campuccio. Take a left onto Via del Campuccio, walk to the next intersection and turn right. You have arrived - congratulations! You are now on Via delle Caldaie, and the Althea is #25 at the corner with via del Campuccio on the left sidewalk.

By Air:
Florence’s Amerigo Vespucci (PERETOLA) Airport is 7 km from the center of Florence, and a cab costs approximately 20 Euro to reach the Althea. Bus #62 goes to the Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station from the airport.