Maja

10.08.2025

Nice place – a bit pricey, but with excellent rooms and good service. It has everything you need for a stay, including a good bar for coffee and a nice restaurant. I really liked how the common areas are designed, especially the swings outside. It’s a bit of a walk from the city, but there was also a really cool pop-up vintage market within the hostel.

Sheila Garcia

09.08.2025

The main reason we selected this hotel was because of the pool and its amenities like the laundry. However both of these proved to be a pain to use. The pool was impossible to use unless you were there to grab a spot at 9am when they open or maybe around 12pm when some people would go to lunch. But as a tourist planning to do some exploring in the morning and pool lounging in the afternoon, it was impossible. We read the pool was by reservation, however they removed the reservations and now it is impossible to find a spot after 1pm. The “hotel” is very big with 200+ rooms and the pool area is the size of a room, so not enough space for even half the guests. The laundry was another appeal of this place, however you can only use 1 machine at a time and it only has one setting which is 40 minutes so if you have clothing that need to be washed separately then you will spend half a day here doing laundry. Even if you want to pay for the extra machine, you can’t because it’s all handled through an app. Additionally, there is no space to add your detergent, it says the machine already dispenses it. However while washing my load it all looked clear and like there was zero soap. The hotel is a mix of students and tourists, but is more catered to students with tourist prices (breakfast was €17.50 if reserved ahead of time or €19.50 on the spot, insane!). Because the building is so big not all areas connect, so you might have to take 2-3 elevators to reach your destination depending where you are. The rooms are nice and modern, but the AC inside is weak, we had to buy a fan to be able to sleep in the summer when the temperature was rising to 100’F. The rest of the room was ok, bathrooms were clean and the room had a minimalist style which I appreciate. Overall I am giving it 3 stars because the main appeal for staying in this hotel versus one closer to city center was the pool & laundry and we were unable to use either one properly. Additionally, the distance from any main attraction is an average of 20 minutes which is inconvenient if you need to come back mid day for a break. Because of this, I would recommend staying somewhere closer to city center.

Brittani Bracken

07.08.2025

We really enjoyed our stay at The Social Hub Lavagnini. It’s clean, modern, and well-designed with a young, international vibe. We’re in our early 30s and felt like we fit right in. It’s ideal for younger travelers or anyone who prefers something more relaxed and social than a traditional hotel. An older couple might feel a little out of place, but that depends on what kind of atmosphere you’re after. The rooms were spotless and comfortable, and the staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating. Anytime we needed something, they handled it quickly and with a great attitude. The common areas downstairs are a real highlight. There’s lots of space to work, hang out, or meet other travelers. It really does have a community feel, just like the reviews say. There’s also a rooftop with a pool and bar. It’s nice to have, but to be honest, we didn’t find the bar particularly exciting. More of a perk than a destination. It’s about a 25-minute walk to the Ponte Vecchio and the historic center, so you’ll be doing a bit of walking each day. Still, we thought the location was a good balance; close enough to everything, but far enough to be out of the thick of the crowds. For the price and the comfort of the hotel, it felt totally worth it. Overall, a great spot if you’re looking for a clean, stylish, and social place to stay in Florence.

Bill's Leftovers

04.08.2025

I had an amazing stay at this hotel. The views from my room were one of the best I've seen in Florence - breathtaking! The staff was incredibly accommodating, and when I mentioned that the airflow in our room was a bit still, they promptly delivered a fan to our door upon my return. The rooftop bar was another highlight - not only did it have an amazing view, but the staff were attentive and knowledgeable about their creative drink recommendations. And speaking of attentive service, the restaurant at the hotel really stood out. We were initially seated outside, but when it started to drizzle, the server kindly offered to move us inside for dinner, which we happily accepted. One of the best things about this hotel is its location - it's just a short walk from the primary train station in Florence, Santa Maria Novella. Overall, I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a great place to stay in Florence.

Nikhil H A

02.08.2025

Hotel is very beautiful and delicately set. You can observe each and every minute details put up perfectly. Feels like room was setup carefully with perfection for you. Also staffs are really helpful and welcoming. Main plus is the roof top bar. You can enjoy amazing sun set from there which has a pool side view.

Maureen

29.07.2025

this hotel was located pretty close to the center of the city, which was great, and the amenities (pool etc.) were great, and the room looked really good. as time passed however, we were quite disappointed ; we had no body wash in the room and had been given only two pillows for two people (other rooms actually had four). we also only had coffee the first day, as it was never refilled even when we asked reception and they told us they would bring it up to us. room service was okay, but they would come at all hours of the day, which made it difficult for us to be sure to leave the room before they got here. it was also pretty noisy during the night, especially as we were a few meters away from an elevator that was creaking all day and night. it was still a nice stay for a few days, but a confusing experience at times.

Anastasia Maksimova

19.07.2025

The stay was excellent. Rooftop pool is not too big,but clean and everyone found a good place for himself.Drinks and food - overpriced, but not more than any other rooftop bar with the view like this. .And the view is the 💎.Bed is hard but it’s the question of preference. My room was next to the lift,but slept like a baby.,which is not usually the case. Location is great- 10 min walking to the Cathedral or central market and tram to the airport right in front of the entrance.Clean and luggage storage available. Absolutely loved the place.

Ranjot Singh

16.07.2025

This hotel was perfect. Room was 100% brand new & renovated. Pool & bar area were awesome. Lot's of spaces around the hotel to get work done + close enough to the main attractions by foot.