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  Italy, one of the premier travel destinations in Europe, is known for its stunning architecture, fine cuisine and collection of world-renowned museums. Traveling to Italy is expensive, and when you are out exploring the area, it makes sense to stay at a cheaper hotel. If you are traveling on a budget, you will find a number of affordable hotels in both Pisa and Florence.
  
  

Hotel La Torre

• Hotel La Torre is located in Pisa, Italy. As of 2010, hotel rates start from about $56 a night. The hotel is less than two miles from the Galileo Galilei Airport and within walking distance of bus stations. It is a small hotel with 27 guest rooms. On-site visitors will find a breakfast dining room that serves daily buffet-style breakfast and a community television room. Other nearby tourist destinations include Piazza dei Miracoli, Verdi, Theatre, and the San Matteo National Museum.
  
  

Ferretti

• The Ferretti Hotel is in Florence, Italy near the Duomo di Santa Maria Novella and the Palazzo dei Congressi. The Ferretti is a small facility and has 16 guest rooms total. Complimentary Internet access is available to guests, and its multilingual staff is available to answer your questions. As of 2010, the cost of a double room was nearly $42 a night. The Ferretti is a pet-friendly hotel.
  
  

Hotel Masaccio

• The Hotel Massacio is a budget hotel in Florence near the historical center within walkable distance of the Galleria dell'Academia, Uffizi. It is a cozy hotel and only has nine rooms available for guest use. All rooms come equipped with free wireless Internet, and, as of 2010, rooms are available for less than $30 a night. The hotel offers its on-site Tuscan restaurant; however, complimentary meals are not included in the hotel cost. Nearby restaurants include Acqua Al 2, the I Ghibellini, and La Terrazza Del Principe.
  
  

The Royal Victoria Hotel

• The Royal Victoria Hotel is in the historical district of Pisa. As of 2010, rooms at the hotel start from $62 a night. The hotel is conveniently located near tourist destinations such the Church of Stefano and the Piazza dei Miracoli. The hotel has a long history that distinguishes it from other hotels; it was built in the 10th century by the Winemakers' Guild. The building initially served as an inn and an office for the guild before becoming the University of Pisa. It was not until 1837 that the Hotel Royal became a full-time inn. An on-site garage is available, allowing you to easily park your bike or car without having to worry about street parking.