best budget accommodation
if you need advice, i know of a super cheap guesthouse in florence just a 5 min. walk from the train station. i have stayed there a few times and really enjoy the owner's son, who runs the front desk. there is something to be said for hospitality. you get a room, and have the opportunity to share the room or have your own. it's really tidy and comfortable, simple. shared bathrooms, one male, one female. it's called ottaviano.
here's the link:
http://www.pensioneottaviano.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6&Itemid=6

