One of our top picks in Florence.In north Florence, Hotel Alex is a 10-minute tram or bus ride from the historic center. It features bright and colorful rooms with free Wi-Fi and a restaurant with porch for outdoor dining. Each room at the Alex Hotel has a modern design and a different color scheme. They are all air-conditioned and feature an LCD TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer. A continental breakfast is served daily. The restaurant serves Tuscan cuisine for lunch and dinner, and specialties include homemade cake and bread. The bar is open all day and has a furnished porch. The hotel has a quiet location just a 10-minute drive from Florence Peretola Airport and Santa Maria Novella Train Station.